Best hotels in Charlottesville
Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown
315 W Main St, VA, 22903
Set on the outskirts of downtown Charlottesville, this modern Marriott hotel is the perfect rest stop after a busy day exploring the city.
The spacious suites are your home-away-from-home, featuring a fully equipped kitchen and separate living space. Reservations also come with free breakfast and on-site parking.
Omni Charlottesville Hotel
212 Ridge McIntire Rd, VA, 22903
Your every need is catered to at this luxurious four-star hotel in Charlottesville’s leafy suburb.
Take a dip in the indoor and outdoor heated pools then dine in the outdoor restaurant before relaxing in your complimentary plush robe.
Boar's Head Resort
200 Ednam Dr, VA, 22903
Stay just outside the city at this indulgent resort, close to US-250. Adventure and relaxation go hand in hand here, with premium tennis and squash facilities, three outdoor pools and a wellness spa.
Rooms exude elegance with a fireplace, patio and terrycloth bathrobes.
Best restaurants in Charlottesville
The Ivy Inn Restaurant
2244 Old Ivy Rd, VA, 22903
Located in a historic house close to the university, the Ivy Inn is a popular choice with students searching for traditional home-style cooking.
Sit out on the heated patio as you enjoy a seasonal menu of chicken biscuit pie, seafood chowder or wild mushroom ravioli.
C & O
515 E Water St, VA, 22902
This Downtown restaurant will take you from the bustling streets of Charlottesville to the romantic ambiance of Paris with its rustic interiors and French-inspired cuisine.
The fixed three-course menu is a feast for the senses, with sweetbreads and fettuccine starters, glazed duck and mountain trout mains and indulgent crème brulée desserts.
The Virginian
1521 University Ave, VA, 22903
Standing as Charlottesville’s oldest restaurant, the Virginian is packed with Southern charm, bearing historic photographs and traditional wooden booths.
Here, you can try signature burgers, baby back ribs, cobb salads and crab cakes.
What to do in Charlottesville
Monticello
931 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy, VA, 22902
Thomas Jefferson’s plantation, located just outside the city, is a significant historical landmark.
Visitors can tour the estate to see original rooms and furnishings and learn about the third president’s life. The sprawling gardens also provide a lush backdrop with shaded trees and colorful blooms.
Downtown Mall
E Main St, VA, 22902
Charlottesville’s downtown area is made even more beautiful by being completely closed off to vehicles. With one of the longest pedestrian malls in the US, featuring more than 120 shops, Downtown Mall is a great place to soak up the city’s splendor.
Once you’ve had your retail fill, find one of the outdoor cafes to watch the world pass by.
Shenandoah National Park
Elkton, VA, 22827
The start of Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park is just 45 minutes from Charlottesville.
Enjoy a breathtaking drive into the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, stopping off at various vantage points to soak up the panoramic views. You can also park up to hike one of the many trails in this 200,000-acre park.