• Visit the Blue Ridge Mountains on a trip to Charlottesville.virginia blue ridge image by John Keith from Fotolia.com
  
  Thomas Jefferson loved Charlottesville, and it's easy to see why. The graceful southern city in the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills is home to the Jefferson-designed University of Virginia, and not far from his home, Monticello. Ash Lawn, the home of President James Monroe, is nearby, as is President James Madison's Montpelier. Hike the Blue Ridge Mountains, enjoy the area's fine dining or visit the many antique shops. AAA members may receive discounts at certain Charlottesville motels and hotels.
  
  

Omni Charlottesville Hotel

• Next to the city's Pedestrian Mall, the Omni Charlottesville is only 20 minutes from the airport. It includes 208 guest rooms, and AAA members receive special rates. The hotel boasts a heated indoor and outdoor pool and high-speed wireless Internet access. Other amenities include a fitness center, whirlpool, business center, on-site restaurant and concierge. The hotel permits pets less than 25 lbs. for an additional fee. The Omni is close to golf courses, tennis courts, the Blue Ridge Mountains and the city's historic district.
  
  Omni Charlottesville Hotel
  
  235 W. Main St.
  
  Charlottesville, VA 22902
  
  434-971-5500
  
  onmihotels.com
  
  

English Inn of Charlottesville

• Experience a bit of Britain in the midst of a southern city. The English Inn features complimentary breakfast, indoor pool, and sauna and exercise room. The inn serves high tea every afternoon. Cable TV and HBO are available in all rooms, as is high-speed wireless Internet access, coffeemakers, microwave and refrigerator. For long visits, choose an extended stay luxury suite with kitchenette.
  
  English Inn of Charlottesville
  
  2000 Morton Drive
  
  Charlottesville, VA 22903
  
  434-971-9900
  
  englishinncharlottesville.com
  
  

Comfort Inn Charlottesville

• Only 3 miles from Jefferson's home, the Comfort Inn offers guests free high-speed Internet access, free coffee, complimentary continental breakfast and weekday newspapers. It features an exercise room, business center, outdoor pool, in-room safe, cable TV and refrigerators in rooms. Some room have in-bath whirlpools. Play miniature golf nearby. Very conveniently located for Charlottesville sightseeing.
  
  Comfort Inn Monticello
  
  2097 Inn Drive
  
  Charlottesville, VA 22911
  
  434-977-3300
  
  comfortinn.com