Downtown Roanoke Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Roanoke
Things to do

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Top hotels in Downtown Roanoke

The Liberty Trust
"Really great hotel. The views from the upper floor were amazing; the room was spacious, with a comfortable bed; they have an excellent bar with good craft cocktails (the Vault -- loved the "Tokyo" for a whiskey drink); and overall friendly staff. The location is good, and parking was very reasonably ..."
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

The Promissory Hotel
"This place was awesome!! Great room. Great location."
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown

Fire Station One Boutique Hotel
"It was difficult to know what to do or where to go. It is a very neat place, which is lovely but a little bit interesting to navigate as a guest. We came on a Monday and the restaurant was closed so we couldn’t have dinner there. There was also a large group that was taking up the shared space upstairs ..."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
"We had a wonderful experience at the Country Inn & Suites in Hollins, VA."
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
Where to stay in Downtown Roanoke

Old Southwest
Old Southwest might not have many top sights, but Jefferson Center and Virginia Museum of Transportation are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Franklin-Colonial
While Franklin-Colonial may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tanglewood Mall and River's Edge Sports Complex.
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.
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.
South Roanoke
While visiting South Roanoke, you might make a stop by sights like River's Edge Sports Complex and Mill Mountain Park.




