By Isabel Prontes
Williamsburg is a city in southeastern Virginia that is famous for its historical attractions, particularly in the Colonial Williamsburg district. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the
United States, and every year, millions of people travel there to explore everything from Virginia's first Capitol building to the oldest church in America, Bruton Parish Church. If you are planning to visit this historical city, you should research some of its best hotel accommodations beforehand.
Clarion Hotel
The Clarion Hotel is conveniently recorded just a short walk away from the historic Colonial Williamsburg area. This bright, airy and vibrant hotel consists of 198 guest rooms and offers its guests many exciting and comforting amenities, including room service, complimentary high speed wireless internet access, free coffee and newspaper, heated indoor swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, business facility and meeting center. This hotel welcomes pets (maximum of three pets per room) for a $25 daily fee.
Clarion Hotel
351 York Street
Williamsburg, VA, US, 23185
Tel: (757) 229-4100
Crowne Plaza Hotel
The Crowne Plaza Hotel in Williamsburg is within walking distance of Colonial Williamsburg, and has a friendly, hospitable atmosphere. One pet (under forty pounds in weight) is allowed per each guest room. There are 303 guest rooms in this hotel which was renovated in 2004. There are both smoking and non-smoking accommodations. The hotel amenities include a tennis court (complete with equipment), twenty meeting facilities, a bar/lounge and a restaurant located on the first floor.
Crowne Plaza Hotel
6945 Pocahontas Trail
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Tel: (757) 220-2250
Williamsburg Hospitality House
The Williamsburg Hospitality House is a hotel that has a historical, traditional and rustic charm. It is two blocks away from Colonial Williamsburg, and is also very close to the College of William and Mary. The hotel offers its guests a lot of modern conveniences and amenities, such as laundry service, souvenir shop, free underground parking, swimming pool, high speed wireless Internet access (for a fee), meeting center, fitness room, room service, gaming room and two restaurants.
Williamsburg Hospitality House
415 Richmond Rd
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Tel: (757) 229-4020
Williamsburg Marriott
The Williamsburg Marriott is close to everything in Williamsburg, from the historical attractions to the shopping outlets. This is an attractive, modern hotel that provides non-smoking rooms to guests. Some of the exciting activities and amenities offered at the Williamsburg Marriott include tennis courts, a fitness center, a large conference facility, free parking, high speed wireless Internet access, air conditioning, cable television, videos, movies and rollaway beds.
Williamsburg Marriott
50 Kingsmill Road
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Tel: (757) 220-2500
Wedmore Place
Wedmore Place is a lovely boutique hotel located at the legendary Willamsburg Winery. This luxury country style hotel is relaxing, and offers hospitality, delicious wines, tranquility and tasty cuisine. There are twenty-eight suites and rooms at this hotel. Some amenities and features provided at Wedmore Place include free Continental buffet breakfasts every morning, an outdoor swimming pool (complete with snack service), king sized beds and fireplaces.
Wedmore Place
5810 Wessex Hundred
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Tel: (866) 933-6673
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
