| the 1- and 2-bedroom suites add separate living areas; some feature fireplaces. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. off interstate 581, this modern all-suite hotel is 2 miles from roanoke-blacksburg regional airport and 4 miles from the taubman museum of art. other amenities include a fitness center, a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub, plus a convenience store and a business center. the contemporary studios come with fully equipped kitchens and free wi-fi, as well as pull-out sofas, desks and flat-screen tvs. freebies include hot breakfast, an airport shuttle and parking, plus weekday evening socials with snacks
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport 7 min
Mill Mountain Park (15 min)
Mountaintop hiking & biking trails with scenic overlooks, plus a zoo & discovery center. The Harrison Museum of African American Culture (8 min)
Museum featuring exhibits on African-American history, as well as African & contemporary art. McAfee Knob (17 min)
Landmark spot on the Appalachian Trail known for its panoramic rock ledge, reached by a 4-mi. hike. Mill Mountain Star (16 min)
100 ft. neon-lit star & regional landmark overlooking Roanoke from the top of Mill Mountain. Science Museum of Western Virginia (8 min)
Center for wide-ranging exploration of the scientific world, with a butterfly garden & planetarium. Virginia Museum of Transportation (8 min)
Planes, trains & cars are displayed in a former freight depot with all-ages rides & tours. Dixie Caverns & Pottery Inc (19 min)
Mellow campsite featuring free WiFi & underground caves with a gift shop. Mill Mountain Zoo (14 min)
Small zoo with a train open year-round housing 50+ native & exotic animals, birds & reptiles. History Museum of Western Virginia (7 min)
Weapons, costumes & more exhibited in a museum devoted to the region's cultural heritage. Explore Park (21 min)
Reserve with 9 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, plus boat launch & visitor center. Center In The Square (8 min) Taubman Museum of Art (7 min)
Modern facility housing permanent & traveling exhibits, interactive area for kids, cafe & gift shop. Black Dog Salvage (12 min)
Acclaimed warehouse carrying an eclectic variety of antiques & restored furniture in an airy space. Splash Valley (6 min)
Summertime spot for outdoor swimming with 2 water slides, a children's spray area & a lazy river. Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge (7 min)
Outdoor recreation and beer | 
