Abingdon wasn't always the dynamic town it is today. Native tribes including the Chisca, Xualae, and Cherokee lived in the area long before European settlers arrived in the mid-1700s. They called the new settlement Wolf Hills, after a pack of wolves attacked the iconic frontiersman Daniel Boone's dogs during a hunting trip.
While 27 wolf sculptures around the town recall the incident, the name didn't stick. Upon its official establishment in 1778, the town changed its name to Abingdon, allegedly after Martha Washington's ancestral British home.
Despite its small population, Abingdon has grown to become a haven for visitors. You'll love strolling the historic streets and enjoying all the recreational activities this vibrant Virginian town offers.
When would be the best time to visit the town of Abingdon, VA?
As a relatively small town, Abingdon is shielded from the major visitation increases of other larger cities. Its weather is also relatively mild and pleasant throughout the year, so you won't find a bad time to visit.
Summer travel always appeals, especially in Abingdon where daily temps reaching the low to mid-80s Fahrenheit are comfortable enough for sightseeing. The temperatures stay down because summer is the wettest time of year. You'll need an umbrella if you plan on outdoor activities.
Spring and fall are much drier and accommodation prices are a little more affordable. These seasons are wonderful for anyone with a more flexible schedule. Daily temps range from the high 50s to high 70s, depending on your time of travel.
Winters are much milder than in many parts of the country, with average daily temperatures in the mid- to upper 40s. You'll still need a coat and sweater to feel comfortable outdoors, but the weather will feel almost balmy to many visitors.
Below is a chart of the current pricing seasonality of hotels and motels in Abingdon, VA:
Averate Rates by Star Rating
Below are 3 charts displaying average price trends by star rating class in Abingdon, VA. Analyze these line graphs to calculate the cheapest seasons to stay in Abingdon for your upcoming travels.
What are the Abingdon, VA luxury hotel options?
4 Star Average Prices: £130.14
Abingdon doesn't have the five-star hotels of Richmond or Charlottesville, but some establishments roll out the red carpet for guests. Choose the best rooms and you'll always feel like a VIP.
Hampton Inn Abingdon's rooms with two queen-sized beds will suit families, but for real luxury, leave the kids at home and choose a spacious room with a plush king-sized bed. Kick back watching premium cable on your HDTV, check in with loved ones using the free Wi-Fi, or swim leisurely laps in the outdoor pool. Breakfast at the Hampton Inn is always free. Linger over the buffet or grab an On the Run bag as you race out the door. While the buffet and breakfast bag both have nutritious options, guests worried about calories can use the on-site gym.
Friendly service and spacious, impeccably clean rooms help set Comfort Suites in Abingdon apart. If you love feeling pampered, book a king-sized whirlpool suite. These rooms are enormous, with generously sized plush beds, private whirlpool tubs, kitchens, and fireplaces. The hotel has its own whirlpool, too, along with an indoor pool, which is heated for comfortable swimming throughout the year. Guests who want to supercharge their workouts can find a fitness center with a treadmill and stationary bikes. Guest perks include free Wi-Fi, free weekday newspapers, and a complimentary breakfast buffet with plenty of hot and cold options served each morning.
Where are the most affordable hotels near Abingdon, VA?
3 Star Average Prices: £96.61
Abingdon is home to some of America's most popular budget-friendly hotels. Choose the following hotels for some of the lowest accommodation prices in town.
Super 8 by Wyndham Abingdon's modern rooms, with colorful comforters and bold wall art, make great homes away from home. While they aren't flashy, you'll appreciate their ergonomic workstations, flat-screen TVs, and air conditioning. Wi-Fi is free in all rooms, and while the free breakfast buffet is small, all your morning favorites such as fruit, toast, and waffles are available.
The Motel 6 in Bristol, less than 10 miles southwest of Abingdon, offers slightly more affordable accommodations than hotels within the town's limits. Like the Super 8 by Wyndham, it keeps costs down by doing without the extras such as pools or business centers.
Instead, this Motel 6 focuses on quality accommodation. Its rooms have an appealing modern feel, with wood-effect floors, flat-screen TVs offering expanded cable channels, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel doesn't serve breakfast, but it offers free coffee, just the thing for providing the energy required to venture out to nearby restaurants.
2 Star Average Prices: £69.14
Where are the best discount hotels in Abingdon, VA?
No one wants to pay full price for Abingdon accommodations. Book one of the following hotels, and if you meet the criteria, you'll enjoy some big discounts.
Comfort Inn Abingdon treats seniors and AARP members, AAA and CAA auto club members, government and military personnel, and large traveling groups that need 10 or more rooms to special rates. Big discounts aren't the hotel's only appeal. You'll love its convenient location off Interstate 81 and its outdoor pool, which is heated for year-round use. The rooms aren't large, but they have everything you need such as flat-panel TVs, coffee makers, and work desks. The extras you need don't cost more at the Comfort Inn. Wi-Fi, parking, and breakfast are all free for guests.
Red Roof Inn Abingdon has some of the town's lowest rates, especially if you qualify for a discount. AAA and CAA auto club members, seniors, International Air Transport Association members, and government and military personnel all enjoy discounts when they stay at the Red Roof Inn. The two-bed rooms are a little cramped, but the king-sized rooms, especially the superior ones, are generous. They're also well-appointed with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, work desks, and microwaves and refrigerators for basic meals. You'll also find several restaurants, including Burger King, Wendy's, and Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n' Biscuits, less than a mile away.
What value hotels are in the Abingdon, VA area?
The following Abingdon hotels always represent great value. Enjoy complimentary perks and friendly service at these great local hotels.
While the award-winning Quality Inn & Suites in Abingdon isn't the town's lowest-priced hotel, it offers so many amenities that it always feels like a real bargain. With a business center, meeting space, fitness room, and outdoor pool open in warmer weather, the Quality Inn has the facilities leisure and business travelers need. Its rooms are generously sized and well-appointed, with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and coffee makers for your early morning pick-me-up. Free Wi-Fi and a complimentary breakfast buffet, with toast, pastries, and yogurt, help make your stay more affordable.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Abingdon, VA, is a charming hotel with a variety of rooms, ranging from double rooms for friends to king studio suites with whirlpools for romantic weekends away. The hotel features a Read It & Return Lending Library and complimentary cookies and coffee in the lobby. The outdoor pool opens between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Outside these dates, the fitness center across the street can help you stay in shape. Access is free for all Country Inn & Suites guests, along with Wi-Fi, breakfast, daily newspapers, and parking.
What are the best attractions on Main Street in Abingdon, VA?
Main Street is the heart of Abingdon, a historic strip dotted with museums, galleries, and other great attractions. Below are some of the sites worth your attention on this 20-block Abingdon street.
Seven local artists share the Main Street space known as the Arts Depot. Here you can see their studios and witness them at work if you're lucky. The Arts Depot's gallery showcases local artists' work through its rotating exhibitions.
You'll find the Abingdon Farmers Market a stone's throw from the Arts Depot. Open at the Market Pavilion every Tuesday and Sunday, the market is the best place for finding local cheeses, fruits, vegetables, handcrafted goods, and muscadine wine. Gather some interesting ingredients to test out your hotel's in-room kitchen.
Main Street is also home to Barter Theatre, the state theater of Virginia and one of the longest-running professional theaters in the country. Since its opening in 1933, acclaimed actors such as Ernest Borgnine, Gregory Peck, and Jim Varney have trodden the boards here. See the next generation of stars performing in its plays and musicals.
While Barter Theater has a storied history, it's nothing compared to The Tavern. Built in 1779, it's the town's oldest building. Charcoaled numbers, used to identify soldiers' beds, are a reminder of its heritage as a field hospital during the Civil War. Today it's a family-friendly restaurant serving American classics such as oysters Rockefeller, Caesar salad, and marinated New York strip steak. The extensive wine and beer list is the ideal companion for The Tavern's meals.
For a getaway with big-city tourist facilities and small-town charm, Abingdon makes an excellent choice. The city's size means accommodation options are limited, so book your room early to secure the best rates for your Abingdon accommodations.
FAQs about hotels in Abingdon
Recent traveler reviews of Abingdon, VA
Below are reviews of the city of Abingdon, VA from an actual visitor's perspective.
"The Creeper Trail"
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4.0 / 5
I come here for a play and a day on the Creeper Trail.
Claire M., from 02-Nov-2024
"Nice Town"
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4.0 / 5
Nice town!
Addison B., from 30-Jun-2024
"Nice ballfields and places to eat."
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5.0 / 5
Ballfields were nice; plenty of places to eat.
Jonathan H., from 25-Jun-2024
"Hip Places to Eat & Drink "
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4.0 / 5
Cute town with hip places to eat and drink. The Acreeoer Trail.
Francie L., from 11-Jun-2024
"Love the Little Shops!"
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4.0 / 5
I love the little shops!
Sharon A., from 06-Jun-2024
"Good!"
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4.0 / 5
Good!
Aubrey H., from 01-Jun-2024
"Historic & Fun Place!"
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5.0 / 5
Very historic area with a fun downtown!
Marcella M., from 03-Jan-2024
"Beautiful City & Christmas Lights!"
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4.0 / 5
The city is beautiful! Love the Christmas lights and the people are very nice there.
Donna B., from 06-Dec-2023
"Great Town & Restaurants"
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5.0 / 5
Great town. Interesting Main Street. Highly recommend breakfast at The Girl and the Raven Cafe.
Bonnie H., from 12-Nov-2023
"Quaint Restaurants"
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4.0 / 5
Restaurants are quaint!
Byrd D., from 05-Sep-2023
"Downtown Restaurants!"
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4.0 / 5
Downtown restaurants!
Byrd D., from 03-Sep-2023
"Great Location!"
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4.0 / 5
Easy traveling distance to restaurants, gas stations and the university.
Edward W., from 06-Aug-2023
"Our room was comfortable, clean and the staff was very professional, friendly and polite!"
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5.0 / 5
Our room was comfortable, clean and the staff was very professional, friendly and polite!
Terri L., from 18-Jul-2023
"Appalachian Trail!"
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4.0 / 5
Abingdon is so close to Damascus and being a through hiker of the Appalachian Trail, I loved it
Patty W., from 23-May-2023
"Close to DMV"
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4.0 / 5
Very nice town. Hotel is close to the DMV where I will have business tomorrow morning.
Daniel V., from 20-Feb-2023
"Beautiful, quaint, historical hotel."
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5.0 / 5
Beautiful, quaint, historical hotel.
Phil P., from 05-Nov-2022
"The Barter"
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4.0 / 5
The food at Peppermill Restaurant was delicious.. loved the play at The Barter.
Wanda M., from 19-Oct-2022
"The Barter"
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5.0 / 5
The food at Peppermill Restaurant was delicious.. loved the play at The Barter!
Wanda M., from 16-Oct-2022
"Barter Theater"
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5.0 / 5
Barter Theater
Sharon S., from 13-Oct-2022
"Creeper Trail"
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4.0 / 5
Creeper Trail
Michael B., from 13-Sep-2022
"Creeper Trail"
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4.0 / 5
Creeper Trail
Michael B., from 13-Sep-2022
"The Tavern was wonderful!"
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5.0 / 5
The Tavern was wonderful. I had the best meal of my life there- stuffed filet mignon.
Walt D., from 24-Jul-2022
"The Tavern Inn was wonderful!!!"
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4.0 / 5
The Tavern Inn was wonderful. I had the best meal of my life there - stuffed filet mignon.
Walt D., from 24-Jul-2022
"Very Good!"
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4.0 / 5
Very good!
Barbara P., from 10-Jul-2022
"Very Good Hotel"
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5.0 / 5
Very good hotel.
Barbara P., from 09-Jul-2022
"Virginia Creeper Trail"
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5.0 / 5
Virginia Creeper Trail
G S., from 28-Jun-2022
"Mountain View!"
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4.0 / 5
Mountain view!
Katie P., from 26-Jun-2022
"Very accommodating and gracious"
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5.0 / 5
I loved Abingdon and Damascus beautiful old town . Lots of stuff to do outside if your a outside hiking ,trail , wafer kind of person you love it here
Jason G., from 02-Jun-2022
"Virginia Creeper Trail and shopping!"
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4.0 / 5
Virginia Creeper Trail and shopping!
Deborah B., from 08-Apr-2022
"Abingdon has great shopping for art, antiques, and food!"
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5.0 / 5
Abingdon has great shopping for art, antiques, and food. Can't wait to see all the other things I missed.
Geneiva J., from 03-Jan-2022
"Convenient location near food and shopping."
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4.0 / 5
Close to grocery store, gas station & fast food.
Della D., from 23-Dec-2021
"Everything you need!"
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5.0 / 5
Everything!
Sue S., from 24-Nov-2021
"Quite Area"
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5.0 / 5
Quite charm.
Derrick H., from 26-Jul-2019
"Awesome Location "
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4.0 / 5
Our event was held at Pleasant View United Methodist Church in Abingdon for two full days. We attended Barter Theater on Friday night. Great play and laugh-out-loud hilarious was the Church Basement Ladies!
Kay P., from 22-Jul-2019
"Beautiful Area"
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4.0 / 5
We really didn't frequent the area. Went to Bristol Race Track and stopped at the Cracker Barrel for dinner. Beautiful area.
Warren J., from 17-Apr-2016
"Quaint"
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4.0 / 5
Quaintness of the city, friendliness of the people, large number of businesses and shops nearby. Enjoyed visiting the Barter Theater and the new Wolf Hills Brewing Company just down from the firehouse.
Eric R., from 17-Mar-2014
The average traveler rating of the city of Abingdon, VA shown above is
4.4 out of 5 based on 36 reviews