Designed with the business traveler in mind, the luxury accommodations at the Wingate will appeal to people traveling for pleasure as well. Located next door to the Shortpump town center, home to restaurants, shopping centers and theaters, the Wingate provides deluxe rooms and suites and has on-site massages available for a fee. More than two dozen restaurants within two miles of the hotel provide a myriad of dining choices, with chain restaurants as well as local establishments like the Copper Grill Lobster and Steakhouse and Maggiano's Little Italy in the Shortpump Mall. Approximately 30 minutes from the hotel you will find the Metro Richmond Zoo in one direction, and in the other direction you will find King's Dominion theme park, home to over 400 acres of fun.
Offering concierge desk, multi-lingual staff, snack shop and fitness room, the Hilton prides itself on offering luxury accommodations. It also has a pool, day spa and on-site beauty salon. Dining and entertainment selections on-site include Shula's American Steakhouse, serving premium Black Angus Beef, Shula's Lounge, which showcases all the biggest sporting events, the Aroma Café, serving specialty coffees and pastries, and The Restaurant, which serves an All-American breakfast and lunch. With all the amenities at the Hilton you never need leave the grounds, but if you wish to, you are only minutes away from the Shortpump town center, which provides a plethora of shopping opportunities, boasting both chains and local boutiques.
An extended stay hotel, the Hotel Sierra Richmond West offers rooms with full kitchens, microwaves, refrigerators and separate sitting areas. It also provides a complimentary breakfast that features made-to-order omelets. The second floor terrace has a whirlpool, fire pit and cabanas with a seating area. To enjoy the nightlife on-site, head into the Bistro, an upscale lounge with premium beers and wines. Just steps away from the Shortpump town center, hours of shopping await. For an evening out, dine at a local eatery located in the town center, like the Lehja Indian restaurant, or sample Firebird's wood-grilled entrees. Finish the evening off with a laugh at the comedy club located in the town center.
The Candlewood Suites, an extended stay hotel, offers apartment-size suites with a full kitchen equipped with everything but the food. Dining out options within five minutes are plentiful in the town center and beyond. Casa Grande offers authentic Mexican food, or if your sweet tooth needs to be satisfied, head to the Cheesecake Factory and sample one of their 50 cheesecakes. They also serve dinner. For science and history buffs, spend a day at the museums, all within a 15-minute drive. These include the American Civil War Center, the Science Museum of Virginia and the Holocaust Museum.
