West End Travel Guide
Roanoke
Popular places to visit
Mill Mountain Star
Visit this iconic mountaintop landmark and admire panoramic views over the city of Roanoke. Look up at the symbol from the city at night when it shines bright.
Center in the Square
Enjoy a stop at Center in the Square, an entertaining place to visit in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
Virginia Museum of Transportation
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Virginia Museum of Transportation during your travels in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Taubman Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Taubman Museum of Art in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
Mill Mountain Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Mill Mountain Park, a lovely green space in Roanoke. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
St. Andrews Catholic Church
After visiting St. Andrews Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour
3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke
Top hotels in West End
The West End Flats
We had a couple of problems the first night with a bedside lamp that didn't work and our inability to get the TV to work. Both of those items were worked out the next day.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Good
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center
Great location, if a little pricey. Staff always available and friendly to all guests. Was in need of a sewing needle...but who has everything? Sat with family in back patio. Guests who smoked gathered there too, which was bothersome for a short time until they finished. Solid hotel breakfast. Ample ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
I knew for the price and the reviews that I had already read that it wasn’t going to be any big fancy hotel but I just needed somewhere quick to stay overnight for surgery in the morning. The biggest complaint we had was you could not block all the parking lot lights out, our room was lit up all ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Roanoke/Hollins Near I-81
The good; The breakfast was by far the best thing about this place. The attendant was there to refill at the ready. No fruit though. But the fresh waffles were delicious as well as the sausages. We were able to park right in front of our room.The room was clean. The towels were plentiful and clean. ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
The staff was great but the rooms are nothing special and are way over priced. Dinner left my girlfriend and myself with stomach issues most of the night.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Downtown Roanoke
If you're spending some time in Downtown Roanoke, Center in the Square and Virginia Museum of Transportation are top sights worth seeing.
Old Southwest
Old Southwest might not have many top sights, but Virginia Museum of Transportation and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gainsboro
While there might not be top attractions in Gainsboro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Berglund Center and Taubman Museum of Art.
Wasena
Wasena might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South Jefferson
South Jefferson might not have many top sights, but Mill Mountain Star and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Belmont
Belmont might not have many top sights, but Taubman Museum of Art and Center in the Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
