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Relax Inn Emporia

Relax Inn Emporia offers budget-friendly rooms with free Wi-Fi and parking, close to Village View Mansion House and Rosie's Gaming. Ideal for visitors to Emporia, VA.

1586 Skippers Rd, Emporia, VA 23847, United States View on map
5.8/10
Average Based on 235 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned Pet-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Simple and affordable stay with basic comforts

Visitors appreciate the motel’s very competitive pricing, cleanliness, and friendly service, while noting the modest amenities and older style of the property. It suits travelers looking for a practical overnight stop near Interstate 95.

Guests often praise

  • Clean and tidy rooms with comfortable beds and basic necessities
  • Friendly and helpful staff, including accommodating late check-ins
  • Great value for the price, especially compared to nearby options
  • Convenient parking directly in front of rooms, suitable for trailers
  • Working air conditioning and reliable Wi-Fi service

Worth knowing

  • The motel is older and has a simple, no-frills atmosphere without onsite dining or fitness facilities
  • Breakfast is not provided despite some listings suggesting otherwise
  • Wi-Fi speeds can be slow according to some guests
  • The property is not smoke-free, and some rooms may have a mild odor that requires airing out
  • Outdoor pool is not available at this location

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers seeking a basic, clean stopover
  • Those needing convenient access off Interstate 95 near Emporia
  • Guests traveling with pets, as the motel is pet-friendly
  • Travelers who prioritize value and practical amenities over luxury
  • People looking for easy parking, including those with trailers
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About this property

Welcome to Relax Inn Emporia

Relax Inn Emporia is a modest roadside motel located conveniently off Interstate 95, just a mile from the Village View Mansion House and close to Emporia Shopping Center. The property offers basic, no-frills accommodations with air-conditioning and free parking, making it a practical stop for travelers seeking budget-friendly lodging along this busy route.

The rooms are described as simple yet clean and functional, with many guests appreciating the comfortable beds and attentive staff. Free Wi-Fi is provided, although some visitors have mentioned the connection can be slow at times. There is no on-site restaurant, fitness facilities, or pool; guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast to start their day before continuing their travels.

Its setting is quiet and surrounded by countryside, which some guests find peaceful, while others note the older style of the property. Recent reviewers highlight the motel’s value for money, with the emphasis placed on practicality rather than luxury. This makes Relax Inn Emporia a reasonable choice for those needing an efficient overnight stay without extra amenities.

Nearby points of interest include the Historic Belfield District and Rosie's Gaming Emporium, offering options for leisure close by. The motel sits about an hour’s drive from Richmond International Airport, adding to its accessibility for road travelers. Overall, the property tends to attract visitors looking for affordability and convenience rather than upscale accommodations.

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 parking
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Pool
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Smoke-free
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.

MM
Max Minds Mar 25, 2026
10

Giving 5 stars just because of the price charged ($60 for 3 people), which they should raise (to pay another employeee to make sure all is okay) to avoid negative reviews, which also I don't find accurate (negative reviews), for you can't expect a luxurious place for $20 per each of 3-staying people from 1pm to 11am, and for the cleanliness of the place. My suggestion to the owner again is to raise the price to$100 for a couple and for 3 people $125, and Problem solved! Such a nice and decent staff!!! And the young Jenny was so nice with me, my wife and my son! One suggestion for customers is that if it is Winter move the heater to 80 until dry or humidity smell dissapear, and in Summer put the AC the coolest you can until the room smell goes away; I think that as the rooms' doors are facing the wind, then when you open the door, the cold or the heat inside the room kind of react to the temp of the outdoor wind temp entering the room and causes the smell, that, as I could appreciate. So just be patient for couple of minutes (maybe more than 5 mins). This Motel is in the middle of the countryside, surrounded by plenty of trees, which even alter the movement of an airplane that overfly them!!! We didn't see any bugs. Toilet and shower were Okay, and the 2 beds in our non-smoking room. Hope this help. I'm sorry for the Physics Class!!! * Honestly, this is my personal review, I don't know these people (admin).

TA
Thomas Anzalone Mar 23, 2026
10

I have been traveling i-95 since it was built and before that 301. This Motel is one of those old motels fully renovated that reminded me when I was a child very efficient like it was in the old days. I think they did a beautiful job in renovating the motel it really is on 301 and next to the new i-95.. I started traveling this route from the age of 5 years old to my current age of 69 years. It really reminded me how well-organized motels were built in the 50s I just don't understand the bad reviews that this motel got irrelevant of the good price it is my favorite motel to stay on along the route from New York City to Miami which I do very frequently

OMB
Odrily Montenegro Blandon Mar 11, 2026
10

The room was very clean and had everything we needed in our room, the only thing to improve is the wifi was a little slow, the reception gentleman was very friendly

JKJ
Jessica Kelly Jasso Mar 09, 2026
10

First of all this is an older place but maintained well enough. The price was the best I’ve seen. The ice machine worked , the room and bed were clean . The bed was very comfortable! Parking right in front of your door with plenty of other parking if you are pulling a trailer. The staff were friendly and had coffee ready at 7 am. The value and comfort . Not a Hilton or something snazzy , but perfect for overnight stay . Pleased !

JM
Jessica Matthews Mar 03, 2026
8.0

It wasn't bad at all you get what you pay for a little over $46. That's including the tax. Before you freak out that there isn't a bathroom, look behind the door! It took me about five minutes to realize that the bathroom was behind the door when you walk in. It is a very old sort of run-down sort of place but the refrigerator seems new. it had nice clean sheets and we were able to sleep. You're able to park right in front of your door way.

MA
Mauricio Arcila Feb 21, 2026
10

Best deal for a hundred miles clean and tidy. You're not paying for glamour here. But everything is in very good shape, hospitable and great prices. Place is kept up.

HC
Huan Cai Feb 12, 2026
10

Clean, reliable, AC or the split unit is working, and have a working Wi-Fi

EC
Esther Carneiro Dec 29, 2025
10

The price is good and the owner Sam helped with the late-night check-in. Very good service.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Relax Inn Emporia

Emporia, Virginia, USA

Set off Interstate 95, this down-to-earth hotel is 1 mile from Village View Mansion House. Emporia Shopping Center is 2 miles away.

  • Richmond International Airport 1 hr 4 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.

Rosie's Gaming Emporium 443 reviews

Rosie's Gaming Emporium

700 W Atlantic St, Emporia, VA 23847, United States

4.2 · Casino
Historic Belfield District 1 reviews

Historic Belfield District

Halifax St, Emporia, VA 23847, United States

5 · Historical Place
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