Title: Best Hotels Near Lake Phoenix Scuba and Family Campground, | Expedia.ca [Virginia Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Virginia.dx248)[Vacation Rentals in Virginia](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Virginia.d248.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Flights to Virginia](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Virginia.d248.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Virginia](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Virginia.d248.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Lake Phoenix Scuba and Family Campground Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lake-Phoenix-Scuba-And-Family-Campground.d553248621532661444.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lake Phoenix Scuba and Family Campground Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Phoenix-Scuba-And-Family-Campground-Virginia.d553248621532661444.Vacation-Attraction) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [Jan 23 - Jan 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532661444&startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Jan 24 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532661444&startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532661444&startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532661444&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Star rating ## Top Lake Phoenix Scuba and Family Campground Hotel Reviews ![Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Emporia by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1046300/1046235/2983a7b1_y.jpg) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Emporia by IHG 10/10 Excellent "Clean room, friendly staff, excellent breakfast " [](https://expedia.ca/Emporia-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Emporia.h1046235.Hotel-Information) ![Hampton Inn Emporia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25800/25760/943be811_y.jpg) ### Hampton Inn Emporia 10/10 Excellent "All staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel was very clean. Good breakfast " [](https://expedia.ca/Emporia-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-By-Hilton-Emporia.h25760.Hotel-Information) ![Comfort Inn Emporia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1730000/1723300/1723231/878de3db_y.jpg) ### Comfort Inn Emporia 10/10 Excellent "all but especially the friendly and helpful staff" [](https://expedia.ca/Emporia-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Emporia.h1723231.Hotel-Information) ![Days Inn by Wyndham Emporia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18400/18356/87161b2d_y.jpg) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Emporia 10/10 Excellent "Room spotless great and welcoming staff will definitely be coming back " [](https://expedia.ca/Emporia-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Emporia.h18356.Hotel-Information) ![Relax Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8200/8196/c8a9c93c_y.jpg) ### Relax Inn 10/10 Excellent "Clean room" [](https://expedia.ca/Emporia-Hotels-Red-Carpet-Inn-Emporia.h8196.Hotel-Information) ![Best Western Emporia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18600/18590/98b9fe3d_y.jpg) ### Best Western Emporia 10/10 Excellent "Staff was friendly, hotel was nice, room was clean, bed was comfortable. Breakfast offered a good assortment, food was hot and tasty. " [](https://expedia.ca/Emporia-Hotels-Best-Western-Emporia.h18590.Hotel-Information) ![ Travelers Inn By OYO, Templeton VA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41960000/41953700/41953632/a929e3d6_y.jpg) ### Travelers Inn By OYO, Templeton VA 10/10 Excellent "Room was comfortable and the AC worked well. Staff was polite during check-in." [](https://expedia.ca/Richmond-Hotels-Hotel-Petersburg-VA-Templeton.h41953632.Hotel-Information) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Emporia, VA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2243100/2243009/b36f30f1_y.jpg) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Emporia, VA 10/10 Excellent "Everything was great!! Clean rooms, great amenities, staff was awesome. I will definitely be staying there in the future!!" [](https://expedia.ca/Emporia-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h2243009.Hotel-Information) ![Inn at Blackstone](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74680000/74675100/74675083/c14ba86d_y.jpg) ### Inn at Blackstone 10/10 Excellent "This is our 2nd stay here. Virginia, at check in, was so nice the first time we came back. This hotel smells AMAZING! Everyone is super nice..the pool was nice and clean. The rooms are spotless. I love this place." [](https://expedia.ca/Blackstone-Hotels-Inn-At-Blackstone.h74675083.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Lake Phoenix Scuba and Family Campground attractions ### Petersburg National Battlefield Find out about the history of Sutherland when you spend time at Petersburg National Battlefield. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6083653) ### Lucky Lake Gem Mine 3.9/5 (13 reviews) Learn about the local history of McKenney when you spend time at Lucky Lake Gem Mine. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532661445) ### Robert Thomas Carriage Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Robert Thomas Carriage Museum during your travels in Blackstone. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621561864416) ### Trend 4.0/5 (27 reviews) Enjoy an outing to Trend during your stay in Blackstone. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621558115051) ### Blackstone Emporium, Inc. 3.4/5 (8 reviews) Enjoy an outing to Blackstone Emporium, Inc. during your stay in Blackstone. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532661443) ### Poplar Hill Wedding and Events Venue After visiting Poplar Hill Wedding and Events Venue, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Blackstone. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=828201843602489344) ### Hatcher's Run Battlefield 2.8/5 (11 reviews) Learn about the local history of Petersburg when you spend time at Hatcher's Run Battlefield. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. 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