The Colonies at Williamsburg  

In Williamsburg's shopping district, minutes from the Williamsburg Premium Outlets and about a 6-minute drive to the College of William and Mary. Family-friendly and convenient — Busch Gardens is roughly 11 miles away. Nearby spots include Bounce House, Alewerks Brewing Company and Waller Mill Park; the preferred airport is Newport News–Williamsburg Intl. (PHF).

A Colonial-style hotel with 152 guestrooms. Rooms feature fireplaces, flat-screen TVs, private furnished balconies or patios and full kitchens with full-sized refrigerators, ovens, stovetops and microwaves. Many rooms include DVD players and cable. The lobby centers around a cozy fireplace and the vibe mixes classic touches with easy, practical comfort.

Splash in the complimentary water park, unwind in the indoor pool or spa tub, and hit the outdoor tennis courts. Kids get an arcade and playroom. There’s tour/ticket assistance, picnic and BBQ areas, a fitness center with table tennis, and free self-parking — perfect after a day at the outlets.

24-hour business center and computer station, a meeting room (~400 sq ft), 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Complimentary wireless internet is available throughout the property.