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Lexington Super 8 Motel

1139 North Lee Hwy
Lexington, VA 24450
Nightly Rates: ( 82.00 - 82.00 )
2 Star

Property Description

I-81, Exit 191; I-64 Exit 55 Virginia Horse Center - 1 miles Virginia Military Institute - 5 miles Washington and Lee University - 5 miles Natural Bridge - 12 miles

Amenities

· Copy Service
· 24 Hour Front Desk
· Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
· FAX
· Free Parking
· Free Local Telephone Calls
· Modem Lines in Room
· Modem Lines in Room
· No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
· Pets Allowed
· Parking
· Refrigerator
· Television with Cable

Room Information

Overview
Total # of Guest Rooms: 50 # of King Size Beds: 4 # of Non-Smoking Rooms: 27 # of Handicapped Accessible Rooms: 1 # of Double-Double Beds: 17 # of Suites: 1 Guest Room Features: Newly Redecorated Rooms with choice of 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed, or 1 King Bed; 19" remote control color cable TV with HBO/ESPN; TDD and Closed Caption TV's available; Microwave & Refrigerator available upon request. Suite Features: 1 King Size Bed; 25" Remote Control Color TV; Table and Seating Area for 2-4 persons; Vanity Area & Separate Bathroom; Hairdryer; Microwave; and Refrigerator. (Suite can be converted into a small meeting area on request)
Guest Room with 2 beds
Clean and comforable rooms with firm beds, remote control color TV with HBO, and free local calls.


Guest Room with 2 beds
Clean and comforable rooms with firm beds, remote control color TV with HBO, and free local calls.


Guest Room with 1 bed
King rooms offer one king size bed, a recliner, and lots of room.


Guest Room with 1 bed
King rooms offer one king size bed, a recliner, and lots of room.


Guest Room Suite
Suites offer a king-size bed, a large amount of space, table and chairs, a vanity separate from the bathroom, a microfridge, and 2 large chairs.


Guest Room Suite
Suites offer a king-size bed, a large amount of space, table and chairs, a vanity separate from the bathroom, a microfridge, and 2 large chairs.

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Indicative rates for search purposes only; check for specific rate when making a reservation.

Miscellaneous Information

· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 01:00 PM
· Check out time is 11:00 AM
· Time Zone is EST
· Opened in 1987
· 50 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 3 floors.

Directions

I-81, Exit 191, Motel on right corner at Route 11 and Route 39

I-64, Exit 55, Motel on left corner of Route 11 and Route 39

Route 60 to Route 11 North, Motel is at corner of Route 11 and Route 39

Route 60 to Route 11 North, Motel is at corner of Route 11 and Route 39

I-81 South to Roanoke - Hershberger Rd Exit

Roanoke Regional Airport

Guarantee Policy

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellation penalties may apply if cancelled after the policy deadline. Please review the reservation details before confirming your reservation as policies vary.

Restaurant Information

The Wilson Walker House

30 North Main StreetLexington, VA 24450540-463-3020Open Tues.-Saturday; Lunch 11:30AM-2:30PM; Dinner 5:30PM-9PM* Elegant dining in a restored 1820 Classical Revival Town House* Creative American Cuisine* Deliciously Unique* Casually Elegant* Unexpectedly Affordable* Reservations Requested* Casual Dress* Catering on/off Premise* Banquet Rooms Available* Children's Menu* Famous $5 Lunch Specials

The Palms

101 West Nelson StreetLexington, VA 24450540-463-7911Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30AM-2AM; Sat 10AM-2AM; Sun 10AM-11PM" A Lexington Tradition"* Full menu includes beef, seafood, poultry, and pasta* Cocktails, wine, and beer

IL Palazzo

24 North Main StreetLexington, VA 24450540-464-5800Enjoy fine Italian cuisine from homemade pizza and subs to complete dinners.

Oasis

18 East Nelson StreetLexington, VA 24450540-464-4483* The place for good food and fun* Traditional American Cooking

Box Car Cafe

2511 Beech Ave.Buena Vista, VA 24450540-261-1525Open Daily 11AM-10PMEnjoy great home cooking with the best pies and cakes in the county. Located approximately 15 miles from Super 8 Lexington

Berky's Restaurant

2516 North Lee Hwy.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-3478Open Daily 24hrs.* Features a daily hot bar special with fruit and salad bar* Friday and Saturday seafood bar* Breakfast available anytime* Banquet room available

Applebee's Neighborhood Bar and Grill

870 Lee Hwy.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-1524

Southern Inn

Lexington, VA 24450540-463-3612* A Lexington tradition since 1932* Casual-Upscale* Serves lunch & dinner* Live music on Thursdays and Fridays* Reservations requested

Sheridan Livery Inn

35 N. Main StreetLexington, VA 24450540-464-1887* Features scrumptious surf & turf menu* Relaxing lounge* Outdoor cafe

Golden Corral

Rte. 11 North Lee Hwy.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-1546Open 7 days a week 11AM-9PM* Steaks, buffet, bakery

G Willikers Restaurant & Hobbies Lounge

25 Willow Spring Rd.Lexington, VA 24450540-464-9499* Every Thursday is Greek night* Steaks and seafood* Banquet rooms available* Fine cuisine

Pizza Hut

600 E. Nelson St.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-7000Hours: Sun--Thurs 11AM-12AM; Fri-Sat 11AM-1AM* Lunch buffet* Pasta, sandwiches, & salad bar* Carry out and delivery available

Spanky's

110 S. Jefferson St.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-3338Open Mon-Sun 9AM-1AM* Deli* Gourmet foods* Mixed beverages* Beer & wine* Carry out* Specializing in tailgate parties and all types of catering* Gift baskets* Wine shop* Delivery

Hunan Garden Restaurant

E. Nelson StreetLexington, VA 24450540-463-3338Open Daily 11AM-10PMChinese cuisine

Recreation Information

General Information Virginia Horse Center

Rte. 39Lexington, VA 24450540-463-4300This is an indoor coliseum with permanent seating for 4500 people and stabling for 577 horses. An outside arena with a covered grandstand seats 1000 and there is a 36,000 sq. foot covered arena. There are 2 winterized barns with 180 stalls, 3 dressage rings, 5 miles of horse trails, and a hunter trail course. They have been recognized as one of the finest equestrian facilities in the US. They have a recreational vehicle park and the American work horse museum. Plans are in the making for developing a world-class combined training, driving, & steeplechase course. More than 40 breeds of horses hasve showed or competed at VHC. There are also dressage clinics, rodeos, and polo matches with scheduled events running from mid-January through mid-December every weekend and some during the week. Some of the scheduled shows include: Appalossa, Arabian, Virginia horse trials, Hunter-Jumper horse shows and finals, Turnbull brokerage horse and tack sale, metra team roping, Wild horse and burro adoption, Llama and Alpaca show, Clean run dog agility, VQHA region I East coast championship, Virginia beef expo, Old dominion pony games, Bonnie Blue, Eastern Penn reining horse association, Rockbridge regional fair, Ashav, and many more.

Goshen Pass

West of Lexington on Rte. 39Lexington, VA 24450Hours: Yearly tourismTwelve miles from Lexington on Rte. 39, enter a great mountain gorge. There are 3 miles of rushing, boulder-strewn river with rhododendron, mountain laurel, ferns, magnificent pines and hemlock, maples, and dogwood lining the stream and climbing the steep slopes of the surrounding mountains. Aside from it's natural beauty, the pass offers a variety of recreational activities. Some of which include: swimming & tubing in the cool mountain water during the summer months, canoeing, fishing, hiking, and picnicking during both the summer and cooler months. The pass has a history as a natural thoroughfare through the mountains. In the 19th century, it was used by the stagecoach lines. The pass is managed by the Virginia department of transportation and is a game forest preserve.

Theater at Lime Kiln

14 S. Randolph St.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-3074Call for informationThe ruins of a 19th century lime quarry and kiln have been transformed into a magical setting for enjoying music and drama with stone ruins as a stage and a starstudded sky for a roof. They present professional works of theater that celebrate the history and culture of Virginia and the Southern mountains. Plays are presented Tuesday through Saturday during the summer. On Sundays, talented musicians come to lime kiln playing everything from Bluegrass to Zydeco as part of the Coors Concert Series.

Blue Ridge Parkway

Open YearlyThe parkway runs along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains for 470 miles in Virginia and North Carolina. It is only a 15 minute drive from Lexington. Besides beautiful views of the Southern Appalachian Mountains and valleys, the parkway provides a look at the natural and cultural history of the region. Popular times for the parkway are the late spring, when the rhododendron and mountain laurel are in bloom, and also the fall leaf season. You can spend a few hours or several days traveling the blue ridge parkway, and see new and different things around every turn. If you enjoy natural beauty and scenic views, take a drive on the parkway while you visit the Rockbridge area.

Woods Creek Park and the Chessie Nature Trail

Lexington, VA 24450540-463-3777 (Lexington Visitor Center)Open Yearly from Dawn to Dusk except Christmas DayThe park is 2 miles long running virtually from one end of Lexington to the other and contains open spaces and a playground. Enjoy a walk through groves of pines, cleared forest, grassy areas, and back through cleared areas. The trail passes under a large stone culvert that once carried the railroad over Woods Creek. Chessie Nature Trail follows the Old Road Red of the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad for 12 miles between Lexington and Buena Vista. Along the trail, hikers can see relics of the railroad and of the canal that comes up the Maury to Lexington. Of particular interest is Reid's Dam and Lock, about 2 miles downstream from Lexington on the Chessie trail. The lock allowed canal boats to pass rapids in the river. The canal was built in the 1850's and carried passengers and freight up and down the James and Maury Rivers from Richmond to Lexington and Buchanan. The remains of the dams and locks can still be seen along the river. There is a trail map available at the visitor center. No vehicles/bicycles are permitted on the trail.

Lexington Lanes

Rte. 11 NorthLexington, VA 24450540-464-2695Hours varyLexington lanes is a bowling establishment with 24 auto scoring lanes, "bumper bowling" available for kids, a video game room, and pool tables. Every Friday and Saturday enjoy "Neon Nights" from 11PM-1AM.

Lake Robertson

State Rte. 251 to Collierstown and Rte. 770Lexington, VA 24450540-463-4164Summer Hours: May 20-Labor Day 6AM-10PMFall & Spring Hours are posted.Enjoy 581 acres of forest and rolling hills. Lake Robertson is 14 miles west of Lexington and offers camping, fishing, swimming, tennis courts, picnic areas, and hiking trails.

National Bridge Natural Bridge Zoo Enchanted Castle George C. Marshall Museum Stonewall Jackson House Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery Lexington Carriage Company Robert E. Lee Chapel Cyrus McCormick Farm V.M.I. Museum Sam Houston's Birthplace Washington & Lee University Southern Virginia College Lexington Visitor Center Lexington Antique Mall Boxerwood Gardens RockBridge Historical Society The General Store Washington State Purveyors

Area Attractions

General Information

Downtown Lexington has both a historic past and a heritage of architectural preservation. The oldest downtown buildings date from the late 18th century and early to mid 19th century. The 19th century atmosphere has attracted the attention of Hollywood scenes for the movie "Sommerby". Several other theatrical and television productions have been shot in and around the downtown area.Shoppers in downtown Lexington will find a diversity of merchandise and services. Book stores offering new, used, and collectible books, antiques, and historical artifacts and documents are available at a number of local shops. Specialty food stores sell such things as locally roasted coffees, gourmet chocolates, herbs & organic foods, and fresh-baked breads, cakes, and pastries. Other shops stock distinctive gift items, original art, prints & posters, college merchandise, and men's and women's clothing.Lexington's churches represent a variety of denominations and architectural styles. "Stonewall" Jackson was a member of the Lexington Presbyterian Church; his regular pew is marked with plaque.

National Bridge

PO Box 57, NNatural Bridge, VA 245781-800-533-1410 or 540-291-2121The National Bridge, a national historic landmark, is 1 of 7 natural wonders of the world. Enjoy a 45 minute cavern tour, a wax museum and factory tour, the gift shop, a blacksmith and craft barn, the Summerhouse Cafe, and Virginia foods, wines, and crafts.

Natural Bridge Zoo

RFD 1Natural Bridge, VA 24579540-291-2420Natural Bridge Zoo offers the largest animal petting area in Virginia, a breeding center for rare and endangered species, elephant rides, giraffe exhibits, a rare white tiger, a safari shop, free picnic areas, and over 400 species of exotic reptiles, birds, and mammals.

Enchanted Castle

Rte. 11 SNatural Bridge, Virginia 24579540-291-2684Hours: Memorial Day Weekend and June Weekends 10AM-6PM July through October open daily 10AM-6PMThe enchanted castle offers a tour designed for all age groups with a world created to expand your imagination, a bungee jumping pig, and a 10ft. tick. You can also get zapped to Mars or enjoy a ghost tour through the back streets, alleyways, and cemetery in Lexington.

George C. Marshall Museum

V.M.I. Parade Ground-Drawer 1600Lexington, VA 24450540-463-7103Open 9AM-5PM Daily; Admission $3 Adults & $1 Children (7-18yrs)Visit the museum, archives, and research library of the person responsible for the Marshall Plan. Photomurals, videos, and artifacts trace General Marshall's life from boyhood through WWI and II, and his years as Secretary of Sate and Secretary of Defense.

Stonewall Jackson House

8 East Washington St.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-3777Open 9AM-5PM Monday through Saturday; 1PM-5PM SundayThe home of General Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson was restored in 1979 and furnished with many of Jackson's own possessions. Enjoy an audio-visual program guided tour and the museum shop.

"Stonewall" Jackson Memorial Cemetery

Lexington, VA 24450540-463-3777Visit the burial grounds of over 100 Civil War Veterans built in 1789. The statue of Jackson was dedicated in 1891 and drew in one of the largest crowds ever assembled in Lexington.

Lexington Carriage Company

130 S. Randolph St.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-5647Open: April 1-Oct. 31 10AM-4:30PM; June-August 9AM-5PMAdmission: $12 per person 14-64yrs; $7 ages 7-13yrs; $4 ages 4-6yrsGroup tours are available. Enjoy horse-drawn carriage tours through the restored historic downtown area, "Stonewall" Jackson cemetery, Lee Chapel, and Washington-Lee University area. Tours are narrated by professional carriage drivers/tour guides.

Robert E Lee Chapel

30 S. Main St.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-3101 or 540-463-8768Hours: 9AM-4PM Monday-Saturday; 2PM-5PM Sunday* Lee Museum and Robert E Lee's Office* Lee's horse, "Traveller", buried in plot beside chapel* Washington/Custis/Lee Collection

Cyrus McCormick Farm

Exit 205 off I-81 @ Raphius onto Rte. 606Raphine, VA 24472540-377-2255Hours: 8:30AM-5PM Daily Admission: FreeThis is a 634 acre farm, called Walnut Grove, with a restored blacksmith shop, gristmill, and museum. Cyrus McCormick's invention was the 1st successful mechanical reaper.

V.M.I. Museum

Jackson Memorial HallLexington, VA 24450540-464-7232Hours: 9AM-5PM Monday-Saturday; 2PM-5PM Sundays* Dates back to 1856, * History of V.M.I. 1907 memorabilia of "Stonewall" Jackson, Matthew Fontaine Maury, General George S. Patten* V.M.I. 1901- General George Marshall* V.M.I. 1908 - Medal of Honor awarded to Polar Explorer Admin. Richard Byrd* V.M.I. 1935 - World famous firearm collection of Henry Stewart

Sam Houston's Birthplace

Rte. 11Lexington, VA 24450Open Anytime* Monument with a plaque commemorating the birthplace of Texas Hero Tom Houston.* Born on March 2, 1793 in a nearby house that no longer exists* Monument is a 38,000 lb. piece of Texas pink granite dedicated in 1986, which replaced the previous marker that had deteriorated.

Washington & Lee University

Lexington, VA 24450540-463-8400Hours: 9AM-4PM Monday-Friday; By Appointment Sat-Sun* 9th oldest university in U.S. founded in 1749* George Washington was the 1st major donor* Robert E Lee served as president from 1865 until his death in 1870* The front canvas is a national historical landmark

Southern Virginia College

Buena Vista, VA540-261-8400Call for appointmentThe main hall was built in 1892 and is considered the heart of the campus. It was built in Romanesque style as a resort hotel when Buena Vista was at the center of Western Virginia's land boom. It is on the national registry of historic places and is a Virginia landmark.

Lexington Visitor Center

106 E. Washington St.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-3777Hours: 9AM-5PM daily Sept-May; 8:30AM-6PM June-AugustTravel counselors are knowledgeable about Lexington and RockBridge County attractions, recreation, accommodations, and the history of the area. They offer brochures, walking tour information, state and local maps, exhibits, slide shows, research books, and some information on other areas of Virginia.

Lexington Antique Mall

Rte. 11 College Square Shopping CenterLexington, VA 24450540-463-9511Hours: Jan-April 10AM-6PM Mon-Sat; 12:30PM-5PM Sunday May-Dec 10AM-6PM Mon-Thurs; 10AM-8PM Fri-Sat; 12:30PM-5PM Sunday Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas* 40,000 sq. ft of quality antiques and collectibles* 250 dealers* Country/primitive and formal furniture* Glassware, jewelry, dolls, toys, books, Civil War memorabilia, quilts, folk art, and more

Boxerwood Gardens

963 Ross Rd.Lexington, VA 24450540-463-2697Hours: Thursday-Sunday 9AM-4PMSelf-guided tours by appointment.Mature collection of Magnolias, Dwarf Conifers, Dogwoods, Azaleas, Rhododendrons, and Japanese Maples. Ask about the Orchard House.

RockBridge Historical Society

101 E. Washington St.Lexington, VA 24450540-464-1058Open April 15th-Sept 15th; Hours: 10AM-3PM Tuesday-Saturday* Room-by-room walk through the periods that have been significant for this county, the state, and the nation* In the Native American display, there is a Howard Pyle oil painting titled "The Forest City" and a report on the excavation of the Havs Creek Indian Mound. * The early settler's room includes the Borden Grant map and the magnificent cradle used by Mary Moore* From the Civil War Era, the society has the Margaret Jenkins Preston desk on display and some new prints of Lee and the people around Him. * Other rooms are of the Victorian period and the 1920-Plus rooms

The General Store

2522 Beech Ave.Buena Vista, VA 24416540-261-3860* 7 miles from Downtown Lexington* Established in 1891* Tin, stone, and ironware* Unique gifts and accessories* Hand-crafted toys* Classic casual clothing* Fashion jewelry* Hiking boots and shoes* Western-wear and boots* Bib overalls and red long johns* Virginia wines* Cookbooks* Stone ground mill products* Tee-shirts* Souvenirs * Candies* Old-time ice cream counter* Free museum displays

Washington Street Purveyors

9 East Washington StreetLexington, VA 24450540-464-9463* Fine wines* Microbrews and imports* Gourmet snacks* Premium cigars and tobacco* Home-brewing supplies* Stemware and accessories* Picnic and gift baskets* Monthly wine club* "Home of the Cajun Peanut"