Franklin-Colonial Travel Guide
Roanoke
Visit Franklin-Colonial
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 Franklin-Colonial

Colony House Motor Lodge
"Most amazing experience ever. Reliving the past in a newly restored experience."
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Quality Inn Tanglewood
"Very inexpensive, and not so appealing outside, but room was huge, clean, and quiet. Breakfast included eggs, bacon, waffles, etc (not just a muffin). Staff at the front desk were friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Salem Roanoke Area
"I loved that pets stayed free, but I was disappointed with cleanliness and comfort."
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
"Propre et très bien."
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Fabulous hotel and will definitely be returning."
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

The Liberty Trust
Where to stay in Franklin-Colonial

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.
Alpine Hills
Though Alpine Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center and Valley View Mall.
Airport
Though Airport may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Valley View Mall and Splash Valley at Green Ridge Recreation Center.
South Roanoke
While visiting South Roanoke, you might make a stop by sights like River's Edge Sports Complex and Mill Mountain Park.




