Blue Ridge Abbey exterior near Southern Virginia University

Hotels near Southern Virginia University in Buena Vista

A comfortable Buena Vista stay about two minutes from SVU for campus visits, family weekends, events, and move-in trips.

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Stay Close to Campus

Blue Ridge Abbey is a bed and breakfast and historic inn in Buena Vista about two minutes from Southern Virginia University. Parents, families, alumni, and visiting guests can stay near campus while enjoying a quieter, more personal setting than a standard hotel.

Rooms include WiFi, smart TVs, mini-fridges, complimentary coffee and snacks, parking, and the option to add made-to-order breakfast.

Nearby Places

DestinationApproximate Drive
Southern Virginia University2 min
Downtown Buena Vista2 min
Glen Maury Park6 min
Blue Ridge Parkway10 min
Lexington, VA12 min
Washington and Lee University14 min
Virginia Military Institute14 min
Natural Bridge State Park19 min

Good For SVU Visits

  • Parent weekends and campus events
  • Move-in, move-out, and student visits
  • Alumni trips and Buena Vista weekends
  • Pet-friendly stays in the Carriage House
  • Easy access to Lexington, VMI, Washington and Lee, and Natural Bridge

Guest Reviews

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Cherilyn Harline
Google Google reviewJuly 27, 2026
Our hosts couldn’t have been more gracious. Breakfast was delicious and we were right next to campus. Highly recommend.
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Cherilyn Harline
Google Google reviewJuly 27, 2026
Our hosts couldn’t have been more gracious. Breakfast was delicious and we were right next to campus. Highly recommend.
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Annette Evans
Google Google reviewMay 4, 2026
I was in Buena Vista to attend a graduation from SVU. I thought I would spoil myself while there and stay just a few blocks from the school. It was really awesome to stay in a 1903 Victorian house with many of the original furnishings. The host, Daniel, is fantastic. He gave me a tour of the house and was easy to contact for any questions. In addition to my lovely room and modern bathroom, there is a dining room with access to hot drinks or milk and even cereal 24/7. Each morning’s breakfast was homemade deliciousness. And he even made me a breakfast to go- biscuit w/ bacon, egg, cheese- not even on the menu, for when I needed to leave early. There is also an open parlor for visiting as well as a large front porch. I will definitely be staying there again!
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Annette Evans
Google Google reviewMay 4, 2026
I was in Buena Vista to attend a graduation from SVU. I thought I would spoil myself while there and stay just a few blocks from the school. It was really awesome to stay in a 1903 Victorian house with many of the original furnishings. The host, Daniel, is fantastic. He gave me a tour of the house and was easy to contact for any questions. In addition to my lovely room and modern bathroom, there is a dining room with access to hot drinks or milk and even cereal 24/7. Each morning’s breakfast was homemade deliciousness. And he even made me a breakfast to go- biscuit w/ bacon, egg, cheese- not even on the menu, for when I needed to leave early. There is also an open parlor for visiting as well as a large front porch. I will definitely be staying there again!
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Michelle Davenport
Google Google reviewMay 17, 2026
Spent the weekend here for our daughter’s graduation. The front porch alone was worth the cost of the stay. Enjoyed the beautiful old Victorian.
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Michelle Davenport
Google Google reviewMay 17, 2026
Spent the weekend here for our daughter’s graduation. The front porch alone was worth the cost of the stay. Enjoyed the beautiful old Victorian.

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