The Best Hotels Closest to Virginia Museum of Transportation in Roanoke for 2026

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

A room with a wooden floor, a black and white patterned rug, a table with a lamp and a plant, and two black and white striped chairs.

A staircase with a red handrail and a blue wall with a geometric design.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

1. Fire Station One Boutique Hotel

Downtown Roanoke, 0.7 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Adam

￥29,494

￥40,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A large, historic building with multiple windows and a central tower. There are flags on poles and a fountain in the courtyard.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central table, surrounded by stone walls and a pool.

A spacious lobby with red armchairs, chandeliers, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a grand chandelier.

2. Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gainsboro, 0.7 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Kierstin

￥31,398

￥35,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining areas, green seating, and a mural of tropical plants on the wall.

A kitchen with a dark wooden cabinet, a black refrigerator, a tiled backsplash, and a shelf with glasses and a framed picture.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, a floor lamp, and a vase with flowers.

A modern living area with a sofa, armchairs, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

3. The Promissory Hotel

Downtown Roanoke, 0.6 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Morgan

￥23,683

￥26,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A grand lobby with ornate doors, a chandelier, marble flooring, and a central seating area.

A hotel room with a wooden door, a bed with white bedding, a tufted headboard, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A spacious lobby with two plush armchairs, a reception desk, a staircase, and a chandelier.

A grand entrance with a large clock and columns, leading to a dark interior.

4. The Liberty Trust

Downtown Roanoke, 0.6 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Robert

￥18,293

￥20,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor patio with brick flooring, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a brick facade and a covered entrance.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and lounge chairs.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Roanoke – Civic Center by IHG

Williamson Road, 1.8 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Chantale

￥15,180

￥17,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A rustic dining area with brick walls, wooden tables and chairs, and two TVs mounted on the walls.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a gray sofa.

A brick building with a sign reading "The West End Flats."

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.

6. The West End Flats

West End, 0.8 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Debra

￥13,814

￥15,651 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, turquoise chairs, and a table.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "spark by Hilton" and a well-lit driveway.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a green carpet.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a chair.

7. Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center

Gainsboro, 1.1 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

johnny

￥12,878

￥14,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A beverage vending area with two refrigerators and a wall sign indicating treats.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small desk, a sofa, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown

Downtown Roanoke, 0.8 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

april

￥21,020

￥23,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious hotel lobby with a large seating area, a bar, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in shelves, and a patterned backsplash.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen displaying sports.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a covered walkway.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Roanoke

South Jefferson, 1.8 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Jessica

￥22,866

￥25,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A reception area with a red sofa, a potted plant, a travel information board, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, patterned cushions, a dining area with chairs, a table, and a large window with blinds.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, microwave, and a juice dispenser.

10. Econo Lodge Roanoke Civic Center

Williamson Road, 1.5 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Thomas

￥10,474

￥11,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

A modern interior with seating arrangements, a bar area, and a view through large windows.

A gym with exercise equipment, a wall-mounted TV, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Roanoke Hollins/I-81

Alpine Hills, 9.5 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

kranthi

￥15,675

￥17,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A large, multi-story wooden house with a stone exterior, a front porch, and a swimming pool.

A large log cabin with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a stone wall.

A spacious log cabin with a high ceiling, a fireplace, a dining area with a long table, and a view of the surrounding forest.

A spacious cabin with a stone fireplace, wooden dining table, and large windows offering scenic views.

12. Shirley's Bed and Breakfast

7.6 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Gerard

￥31,159

￥34,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A swimming pool with a sign reading 'Colony House' in the background.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a rack of dumbbells.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door leading to a kitchenette.

A modern building with a glass balcony, a parking lot, and a rainbow in the background.

13. Colony House Motor Lodge

Franklin-Colonial, 4.5 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

jona

￥22,147

￥25,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a ceiling with recessed lighting, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A modern hotel with a blue exterior, outdoor seating area with blue chairs and umbrellas, and a landscaped garden with small trees.

A hotel reception area with a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, a reception desk, and a 'Welcome' mat.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

14. Hampton Inn Daleville

16.5 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

John

￥17,558

￥19,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a central entrance, surrounded by landscaped areas and trees.

A swimming pool with a metal fence, a brick building, and a clear sky.

A reception desk with a computer, printer, and chairs. There are plants and awards on the desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

15. Holiday Inn Express Troutville by IHG

14 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Edward

￥15,540

￥17,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A sign for affordable corporate suites offering fully furnished short-term rentals.

A parking lot with a sign for affordable corporate suites.

A brick building with two brown doors, a security camera, a sign indicating an office, and a potted plant.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a sofa.

16. Affordable Corporate Suites - Florist Road

6.3 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Tim

￥14,237

￥15,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and several lounge chairs.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and seating area.

17. Springhill Suites By Marriott Roanoke North

Alpine Hills, 9.6 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Samantha

￥18,552

￥20,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A sign for affordable corporate suites with a fully furnished picnic table and barbecue grill.

A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with a red and white bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and decorative wall art.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a painting on the wall.

18. Affordable Corporate Suites - Lanford

4.8 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Timothy

￥12,799

￥14,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and exposed wooden beams.

A street view at dusk with a restaurant named 'Salem' on the left, a 'Dine Out' sign, and a 'Salem' sign on a building to the right.

A bedroom with a brick wall, a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand, and a floor lamp.

A hallway with a wooden bench, a red rug, a wall-mounted shelf with a red jacket, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. The Lofts at Downtown Salem

10.1 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

Megan

￥18,500

￥21,940 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious lobby with a curved balcony, a staircase, and multiple seating areas.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and two sofas.

An outdoor patio area with brick flooring, red umbrellas, and wooden tables and chairs.

A lobby with a patterned carpet, wooden flooring, and several armchairs.

20. Hampton Inn Salem East - Electric Road

7.5 km from Virginia Museum of Transportation

JUDITH

￥16,947

￥19,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Virginia Museum of Transportation

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Fire Station One Boutique Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 119 reviews	View
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Promissory Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 143 reviews	View
The Liberty Trust	9.2 Wonderful 1,326 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Roanoke – Civic Center by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View

Top Virginia Museum of Transportation Hotel Reviews

The Promissory Hotel

8/10 Good

"This place is super cute, modern, stylish, and clean. The location is great! The only negative was that our bed was in the small side."

Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding breakfast! Friendly and helpful staff. Nice room."

The Liberty Trust

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and staff. Comfortable room with a great view. Just a short walk from Amtrak which gets in late from NYC and Boston."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Roanoke, VA

8/10 Good

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Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean and the staff was super friendly and helpful!"

Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center

10/10 Excellent

"Pretty clean rooms with a nice, welcoming vibe. The location is great too, really close to the Roanoke Star and downtown, which made getting around very convenient."

Other attractions near Virginia Museum of Transportation

Center in the Square

8.8/10 (649 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Center in the Square, an entertaining place to visit in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

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Jefferson Center

8.6/10 (27 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Jefferson Center during your stay in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

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Shaftman Performance Hall

You can get tickets for a performance at Shaftman Performance Hall during your stay in Roanoke. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

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Roanoke Pinball Museum

9.0/10 (27 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Roanoke Pinball Museum during your travels in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

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Science Museum of Western Virginia

7.8/10 (66 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Science Museum of Western Virginia during your travels in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

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History Museum & Historical Society of Western Virginia

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at History Museum & Historical Society of Western Virginia in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

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Harrison Museum of African-American Culture

7.4/10 (27 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Harrison Museum of African-American Culture in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

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Arts Council of the Blue Ridge

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Arts Council of the Blue Ridge during your travels in Roanoke. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Virginia Museum of Transportation?

Virginia Museum of Transportation is located in a welcoming area of Roanoke known for its magnificent mountain views and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 101 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Virginia Museum of Transportation?

Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Virginia Museum of Transportation. Other good choices close by include The Liberty Trust and Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center.

How many hotels will I find near Virginia Museum of Transportation?

Expedia has 101 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Virginia Museum of Transportation.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Virginia Museum of Transportation, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Virginia Museum of Transportation.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Virginia Museum of Transportation?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Virginia Museum of Transportation, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Virginia Museum of Transportation?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Science Museum of Western Virginia, Taubman Museum of Art, or Roanoke Pinball Museum. You can watch performances at Jefferson Center, Mill Mountain Theater, and Shaftman Performance Hall if you're interested in local theater. Bring the family to Center in the Square, Hopkins Planetarium, and Mill Mountain Zoo while you're checking out the area near Virginia Museum of Transportation.

How can I get to Virginia Museum of Transportation?

If you're hopping a train into the city, Roanoke Station is the closest station to Downtown Roanoke. There might not be many public transit stops near Virginia Museum of Transportation so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Virginia Museum of Transportation hotels

1. Fire Station One Boutique Hotel

2. Hotel Roanoke & Conference Ctr, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. The Promissory Hotel

4. The Liberty Trust

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Roanoke – Civic Center by IHG

6. The West End Flats

7. Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Roanoke

10. Econo Lodge Roanoke Civic Center

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Roanoke Hollins/I-81

12. Shirley's Bed and Breakfast

13. Colony House Motor Lodge

14. Hampton Inn Daleville

15. Holiday Inn Express Troutville by IHG

16. Affordable Corporate Suites - Florist Road

17. Springhill Suites By Marriott Roanoke North

18. Affordable Corporate Suites - Lanford

19. The Lofts at Downtown Salem

20. Hampton Inn Salem East - Electric Road

Compare popular hotels close to Virginia Museum of Transportation

Top Virginia Museum of Transportation Hotel Reviews

The Promissory Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke Airport

The Liberty Trust

Home2 Suites by Hilton Roanoke, VA

Spark by Hilton Roanoke Airport

Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center

Other attractions near Virginia Museum of Transportation

Center in the Square

Jefferson Center

Shaftman Performance Hall

Roanoke Pinball Museum

Science Museum of Western Virginia

History Museum & Historical Society of Western Virginia

Harrison Museum of African-American Culture

Arts Council of the Blue Ridge

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