It is believed that the small town of Burkeville, Virginia, was named either after Col. Samuel Burke or the railroad stop near Burke’s Tavern. On April 6, 1865, the last Civil War battle took place at Sayler’s Creek, just 10 miles from Burkeville.
The Comfort Inn in Burkeville is located near several area attractions, such as Sayler's Creek, Briery Creek, Civil War Trails and the Railroad Museum. A 24-hour restaurant is near the hotel. Complimentary coffee and continental breakfast are served daily. Guests can use the indoor heated swimming pool and fitness room throughout their stay. Each of the 60 rooms is equipped with cable television, computer hookups, high-speed Internet access and a refrigerator. Rooms are available with whirlpool bathtubs. A limit of two pets under 40 lbs. are allowed in each room for an additional fee.
The Hampton Inn in Farmville offers 72 rooms equipped with a coffeemaker, television with a free in-room movie channel, microwave and refrigerator. Located 14 miles from Burkeville, the hotel is close to Robert Russa Moton Museum and area restaurants. Guests can use the outdoor pool, jogging track and exercise room. Complimentary beverages and breakfast are served daily, and free breakfast bags are available Monday through Friday.
The Super 8 in Farmville is 15 1/2 from Burkeville and offers free continental breakfast, free high-speed wireless Internet and rooms equipped with a microwave, refrigerator and cable television. The hotel is near several restaurants and area attractions, including Sayler Battlefield, Sayler's Creek and Briery Lake.
Also 15 1/2 miles from Burkeville is the Days Inn in Farmville. The hotel has an outdoor pool that can be used during warm months. Free continental breakfast is served each morning. Several casual dining and fast food restaurants are nearby. Days Inn is near Historical Robert E. Lee’s Retreat Trail, James Retreat and Natural Bridge. Each room is equipped with cable television and a refrigerator; some rooms come with a microwave.
