Lakeside
Richmond
Popular places to visit
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.
Short Pump Town Center
During your trip to Richmond, you can do some window-shopping at Short Pump Town Center. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the charming coffeehouses while you're in the area.
Kings Dominion
Bring the family to Kings Dominion and enjoy the excitement of this amusement park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Greater Richmond Convention Center during your trip to Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
Virginia Commonwealth University
Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your stay in Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
University of Richmond
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Richmond, during your trip to Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the charming coffeehouses while you're in the area.
Things to do
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Lakeside Hotel Deals
Omni Richmond Hotel
The room is clean and comfortable. The location is great, love the easy access to Starbucks and Chick Fil A for quick bites and coffee right downstairs. Logging into free wifi a little tricky but quickly resolved.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Beautiful property we visit often.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Always a good experience when I stay at Drury Plaza in Richmond, Virginia. I left too early to have breakfast, but it has always been an asset to this stay.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Friendly & helpful staff. Conveniently located.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The bathroom was impressively clean! Love the unique decor of the halls, rooms and lobby! Walls are a bit on the thin side but luckily most neighbors were pretty quiet at night!
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
Great room, great hot tub, great breakfast, ample parking, great customer service. I'll definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside
Dumbarton
Well-liked for its restaurants and shopping, you might stop by Bowlero West End and Shops at Willow Lawn while you're exploring Dumbarton and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Scott's Addition
While Scott's Addition might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arthur Ashe Athletic Center and The Diamond.
Museum District
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Carytown
While visiting Carytown, you might make a stop by sights like Carytown and Byrd Theater.
Fan District
Boasting a long stretch of Victorian architecture, this residential area is home to VCU's Monroe Park Campus, tree-lined avenues, and numerous parks. Explore local cafes, restaurants, and the nearby Virginia Center for Architecture at Branch House.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
