Virginia State University is a public, historically black college located in Petersburg, Virginia. The university is the first fully supported, four year institution for African Americans in the United States and is one of two land-grant colleges in the State of Virginia.

The university was founded on March 6, 1882 as the Virginia Normal and College Institute after the state legislature passed a bill sponsored by Delegate Alfred W. Harris, a black attorney, which chartered the university. The state established the university to serve the needs of a population that was at the time excluded from other public institutions in Virginia. Virginia Normal and College Institute opened as a teacher training college for both male and female black students but it also included a modest liberal arts curriculum. @ Virginia State University

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Motel 6 Petersburg, VA - Fort Lee : Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Super 8 by Wyndham Petersburg : Laundry facilities along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Travelers Inn By OYO, Templeton VA : Enjoy access to the laundry facilities and 24-hour front desk, as well as room amenities like a private balcony. Flagship Inn : A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. OYO Hotel Petersburg VA I-95 & E Washington St : Enjoy access to the free parking, laundry facilities, and 24-hour front desk.

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"Would stay again "

AED 325 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

"Wonderful stay"

AED 247 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

"Excelente "

AED 325 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

"everything very clean "

AED 228 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

"Always a pleasure staying here."

AED 227 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sep - 4 Sep

"Great clean place with courteous staff "

AED 284 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

"Perfect "

AED 309 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Aug - 15 Aug

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

"I had a problem with my room and the young lady didn't have a problem with putting me in another room. She was very nice about it. The rooms are nice and clean. Overall my stay was pleasant. "

AED 339 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

"Nice and clean and affordable. Exactly what I needed. "

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

"Was an awesome stay "

AED 280 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

"Great front desk staff. Nice stay. No complaints."

AED 268 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

"Nice place"

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, bed sheets

"The property is hard to get to, when I got to my room there was no phone, no trash can, no TV remote, no towels, and NO toilet paper, and the carpet was ripped just as you walked into the door. Would not recommend to anyone."

AED 195 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

"i never got no room never even stay there "

"This place was a DUMP‼️. Do not book it ever‼️‼️horrible ‼️"

"Very quiet and charming "

Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

"The first greetings that I got was from Bugs. I did not stay there got my money back and run. This place should never be listed. Dangerous for even animals not to mention human being."

"Not the best but better than most "

AED 240 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

"The attendant at the front was rude from the minute I came in to the second I left. Then I get to the room and no tv ( it wouldn’t even power on) let’s just say I would never stay here again. "

"The owners are trying to make things nice in the older motel. They were friendly. If you need something cheap, this is good enough. "

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Quirk Hotel Richmond

10/10 Excellent

"Fun decor, good location for Altria events and be sure to get breakfast at Perly's!"

The Berkeley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I loved that the check in process was easy! We requested a refrigerator and it was in our room before we got there. The upgrades to the room were beautiful! We had the option of using Valet Parking or using the parking garage that was just a short walk away. The only thing that was a little inconvenient was the channel guide for the tv. The channels didn’t match the channel guide we had in our room. Other than that…I still give our stay 5 stars across the board. "

The Commonwealth

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay. Everyone was helpful and very friendly. I wish I had names, but we checked in the and the young gentleman grabbed us a cart and went to our car and helped us with the luggage. He also brought everything to our room. I think he also was the valet at that time. The night time valet was super great!!! The hotel is very nice and we had a great stay. "

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What can I expect from a motel trip to Petersburg?

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What's it like to stay in a motel?

Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Petersburg?

Motel 6 Petersburg, VA - Fort Lee: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Super 8 by Wyndham Petersburg: Laundry facilities along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Travelers Inn By OYO, Templeton VA: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities and 24-hour front desk, as well as room amenities like a private balcony. Flagship Inn: A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. OYO Hotel Petersburg VA I-95 & E Washington St: Enjoy access to the free parking, laundry facilities, and 24-hour front desk.

How many motels will I find in Petersburg?

Expedia has 7 low-priced motels in Petersburg.

What things can I to do in Petersburg?

In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Appomattox River, Petersburg National Battlefield Park, and Pamplin Historical Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Iron Bridge Sports Park, Uptown Alley, and Swaders Sports Park. Some historical places you might want to see include Trapezium House, Old Blandford Church, and Poplar Grove National Cemetery. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Rogers Stadium, Virginia Motorsports Park, and National Museum of the Civil War Soldier.

What's the seasonal weather like in Petersburg?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Petersburg to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 76°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 43°F. Average annual precipitation for Petersburg is 47 inches.

What are my options for getting around Petersburg when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Petersburg to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC), which is located 19.5 mi (31.4 km) away from the heart of the city. If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Petersburg Station.

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Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va

Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va

Motel 6 Richmond, VA - Midlothian Turnpike

Motel 6 Richmond, VA - Midlothian Turnpike

Red Roof Inn Richmond, VA

Red Roof Inn Richmond, VA

Red Roof Inn Richmond - Airport/ Sandston

Red Roof Inn Richmond - Airport/ Sandston

Motel 6 Petersburg, VA - Fort Lee

Motel 6 Petersburg, VA - Fort Lee

Americas Best Value Inn Richmond South

Americas Best Value Inn Richmond South

Super 8 by Wyndham Petersburg

Super 8 by Wyndham Petersburg

Econo Lodge Richmond-North Chesterfield

Econo Lodge Richmond-North Chesterfield

Days Inn by Wyndham Chester

Days Inn by Wyndham Chester

Express Airport Inn

Express Airport Inn

WHITEHOUSE MOTEL

WHITEHOUSE MOTEL

Travelers Inn By OYO, Templeton VA

Travelers Inn By OYO, Templeton VA

EXECUTIVE INN

EXECUTIVE INN

Turnpike Motel

Turnpike Motel

Flagship Inn

Flagship Inn

OYO Hotel Petersburg VA I-95 & E Washington St

OYO Hotel Petersburg VA I-95 & E Washington St

Capitol Inn by Belvilla Richmond Airport VA

Capitol Inn by Belvilla Richmond Airport VA

Budget Inn

Budget Inn

Snow White Motel

Snow White Motel

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