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Days Inn by Wyndham Charlottesville/University Area

Stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Charlottesville near Monticello. Offers free breakfast, parking, gym access, and comfortable rooms in a convenient University Area location.

1610 Emmet St N, Charlottesville, VA 22901, United States View on map
7/10
Good Based on 872 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced stays with friendly service and convenient location

Recent guests highlight good value, cleanliness, and helpful staff, while noting modest accommodations and some noise due to location. The straightforward amenities and proximity to local attractions make this hotel appealing for budget-conscious travelers looking for comfortable, no-frills lodging near the University of Virginia area.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and helpful staff providing smooth check-in and check-out experiences.
  • Rooms that are clean, comfortable, and often described as recently renovated.
  • Convenient, quiet location with easy access to nearby restaurants and stores within walking distance.
  • Adequate complimentary continental breakfast featuring waffles and basic items.
  • Ample free parking with some guests highlighting available spaces on the left side of the hotel.

Worth knowing

  • Rooms open to the outside and bathrooms are small, which may feel cramped to some guests.
  • Breakfast is limited to standard fare without protein options such as eggs or sausage.
  • Some noise disturbance reported from traffic on US Route 29 and other guests.
  • The hotel design is older with a mix of cosmetic updates needed inside and out.
  • No on-site pool or airport shuttle; pets are not allowed, but the property includes a fitness center.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking affordable, clean lodging near the University of Virginia and local attractions.
  • Travelers who value friendly service and a quiet residential neighborhood setting.
  • Guests with basic needs looking for free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking at a moderate price.
  • People planning to explore Monticello, local orchards, and cultural museums nearby.
  • Budget-conscious families and solo travelers comfortable with simple, functional accommodations.
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About this property

Welcome to Days Inn by Wyndham Charlottesville/University Area

Days Inn by Wyndham Charlottesville/University Area offers straightforward accommodations in a residential suburb known for its specialty stores and eateries at Seminole Square mall. The hotel provides a practical base for visitors, with free Wi-Fi, complimentary continental breakfast, RV parking, and an on-site fitness center to cover basic needs during a stay. Rooms open to the outside and are air-conditioned, with many guests appreciating the cleanliness and comfort of the beds.

The property is conveniently located near several popular attractions, including Monticello, the historic home of Thomas Jefferson, and the Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia. Nature and food lovers can explore Carter Mountain Orchard, just a short drive away. With ample parking available and a business center on site, the hotel suits both leisure and business travelers. Check-in begins at 3 PM and check-out is at 11 AM.

Guest reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff, a quiet setting despite proximity to U.S. Route 29, and reasonable affordability. While the hotel’s design and some room features show their age and the continental breakfast is basic, most find it meets the needs of a simple overnight or short stay. Noise and traffic sounds were noted by some, so light sleepers may want to consider this. The hotel does not offer a pool, airport shuttle, or pet-friendly rooms.

Nearby accommodations include chain hotels and inns, many within a short distance, providing alternative lodging options in the University area. This modest property is a practical choice for travelers seeking easy access to local attractions and straightforward amenities without premium frills.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Business center
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Fitness center
Golf course

Not available at this property

Pool
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

T
toddmo1 Apr 08, 2026
8.0

I enjoyed the staff who were friendly and helpful. The room location was perfect, and the surrounding area was quiet. There were a few things they could have done do make the hotel a little nicer...mainly cosmetic items inside and out. Overall, I was pleased and will stay here again.

JB
JASON BROCKINTON Mar 27, 2026
10

Wonderful stay for an affordable price. The staff was very friendly and informative. The location is just a short distance from many popular destinations. Ample parking is available on the LEFT side of the hotel as other properties converge on the same block. The rooms were VERY CLEAN, and the beds were VERY comfortable. Overall, it was a well run establishment with lovely staff and a fabulous location. I will be staying here again the next time I am in town.

TR
Tony Relyea Mar 18, 2026
10

It's an older hotel design, the rooms open up to the outside. They're pretty updated and clean. The bathroom is small but the shower has great pressure. It was a great location and the staff was very friendly. The breakfast was standard hotel fare and overall it was a great stay. Absolutely met our needs and I would stay again. Lots of restaurants and stores within walking distance.

AN
Andrew Norris Feb 04, 2026
10

Rooms are nice and clean, the staff is friendly. Walking distance from fast food and convenience stores. (Food lion too) Centrally located, has its own stop light to help with getting into traffic. Continental breakfast isn't much of a breakfast, however the waffles are good. Other guests can get quite a bit noisy, but you can't control grown adults LOL Also lots of traffic noise, but what can you expect for being right on 29?

AM
Aundrea Miller Jan 12, 2026
10

I stayed in a smoking room and if I hadn’t been told this was smoking room, I would not have known because when I walked in, it smelled clean like bleach. The room was absolutely amazing and I was thoroughly shocked! I thought that it was gonna be mediocre and I was completely wrong! I will definitely be booking here again.

LB
Lisa Brundage Jan 08, 2026
10

For what it is, this hotel is five stars for me. The rooms seem recently renovated and well thought out. Quiet and comfortable. Breakfast is basic but fine. Check in and check out were easy and staff was nice. Location works if you're trying to go to UVA. For a basic place to sleep, this is a good find.

VB
Vaibhav Bhatia Jan 02, 2026
8.0

Would call it a 'Budget Hotel' - Cozy rooms with small bathrooms. Might be tight if you're big. Complimentary Breakfast had Bagels, Bread, Waffles, Juices, Coffee but No Protein like sausages or eggs. Paid $90 for one night for a Non-smoking king-bed room.

MT
Michael Tuffelmire Dec 28, 2025
8.0

This place was good enough for the value. Some in the reviews have made this place out to be trash dump which I believe to be unfair. I will preface my review with, I have stayed in way worse places for more. Including the Quality Inn we stayed at the night previous in Lexington which was truly nasty for $140. I believe this place is a good value and is kept to an acceptable standard of cleanliness. The staff are friendly and overall it appears safe. There is one higher-end hotel and two lower-end motels directly adjacent to the property. I suspect that the two lower-end motels contribute to some of the complaints bit there is nothing the Days Inn staff can do about this. Besides calling the authorities for disturbances, they have zero responsibility to the other businesses. In the end, I believe you are getting a decent room at a good price in a great location. I would stay here again.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Days Inn by Wyndham Charlottesville/University Area

Charlottesville, Virginia, USA

Residential suburb with specialty stores & eateries at Seminole Square mall plus chain hotels.

  • Charlottesville 1 hr Walk
  • Emmet St at Earhart St 17 min Walk
  • Emmet St at Angus Rd 2 min Walk
  • Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport 16 min Car · 57 min Transit
  • Shenandoah Valley Airport 52 min Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Virginia. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Monticello 11,220 reviews

Monticello

1050 Monticello Loop, Charlottesville, VA 22902, United States

4.7 · Historical Landmark
Carter Mountain Orchard and Country Store 4,323 reviews

Carter Mountain Orchard and Country Store

1435 Carters Mountain Trail, Charlottesville, VA 22902, United States

4.5 · Orchard
The Fralin Museum of Art 181 reviews

The Fralin Museum of Art

155 Rugby Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22904, United States

4.5 · Art Museum
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