Amherst Travel Guide

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Big Rocky Bow - Amherst County, VA
Big Rocky Bow - Amherst County, VA
View from the Appalachian Trail in the grassy meadows atop Cole Mountain (a.k.a., Cold Mountain) in Amherst County, Virginia
View from the Appalachian Trail in the grassy meadows atop Cole Mountain (a.k.a., Cold Mountain) in Amherst County, Virginia
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Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg

2.5 out of 5
5704 Seminole Ave Lynchburg VA
The price is NZ$175 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$175
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lynchburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Room was adequate though the bathroom needed attention which, once reported was taken care of promptly. The workout room is inadequate. Staff was friendly.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.

3 out of 5
3320 Candlers Mountain Rd Lynchburg VA
The price is NZ$158 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$158
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lynchburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
Staff was extremely courteous. Will be back.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.
Wingate by Wyndham Lexington

Wingate by Wyndham Lexington

2.5 out of 5
1100 N Lee Hwy Lexington VA
The price is NZ$160 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$160
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lexington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The mattress was very worn. It had large "body dents". Aside from the that, the staff was courteous and polite and everything was clean.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Lexington
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2br/2ba: Million Dollar View from Luxury Condo on the Ridge.

2br/2ba: Million Dollar View from Luxury Condo on the Ridge.

Roseland VA
Stay at this condo in Wintergreen. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Wintergreen Resort and Raven's Roost Overlook ...
9/10 Wonderful! (301 reviews)
Excellent view. Great location

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

2br/2ba: Million Dollar View from Luxury Condo on the Ridge.
Love Ridge Mountain Lodging

Love Ridge Mountain Lodging

3 out of 5
45 Royal Oaks Ln Montebello VA
Stay at this cabin in Montebello. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Wintergreen Resort and Sherando Lake Recreation Area are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
The cabin was very clean. The area is nice and quiet. Short drives to local groceries, restaurants, shopping and outdoor activities andactivited

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Love Ridge Mountain Lodging
The Modern Mountain Condo

The Modern Mountain Condo

Wintergreen Resort VA
Stay at this condo in Wintergreen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Wintergreen Resort and Raven's Roost Overlook are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Very good host, good with communication! Nice clean place to stay and close to a lot of the places we were wanting to go!

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

The Modern Mountain Condo
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Popular places to visit

Sweet Briar College

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Sweet Briar College during your trip to Amherst. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Sweet Briar College

Winton Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Amherst at Winton Country Club. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.

Winton Country Club

Mary Helen Cochran Library

Mary Helen Cochran Library is just one of the places to see in Amherst, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's live music and shops.

Mary Helen Cochran Library

Lower Sweetbriar Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lower Sweetbriar Lake during your travels in Amherst. Discover the area's live music and shops.

Lower Sweetbriar Lake

Amherst County Museum and Historical Society

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Amherst County Museum and Historical Society during your trip to Amherst. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's entertainment choices.

Amherst County Museum and Historical Society

Rebec Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rebec Vineyards during your travels to Amherst. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.

Rebec Vineyards

Cities near Amherst

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