Plan your Itinerary

With lots to do just around the corner from New Kent, and the excitement of Horse Racing, there is no reason you should not visit and join the fun.

Where to stay

Shamin Hotels with special Colonial Downs rates

SHAMIN HOTELS LOCATED NEAR THE RICHMOND AIRPORT

Homewood Suites by Hilton

5995 Audubon Drive
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 737-1600
125 Rooms – all suite hotel
Our services and amentities are complimentary to guests. They feature breakfast daily, wireless internet, local, credit card and 800# calls, fitness center, business center, indoor swimming pool, hot tub and 24-hour airport transportation.
Colonial Downs rate is $92.00.

Hilton Garden Inn

441 International Center Drive
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 222-3338
Great American Grill & Bar serving breakfast & dinner.  Complimentary internet access.  Indoor Swimming pool, Hot Tub, Fitness Center & Business Center.  Complimentary 24 hour airport transportation.  All rooms have microwaves & refrigerators.
Colonial Downs rate is $99.00.

Hampton Inn

421 International Center Drive
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 226-1888
Complimentary Hampton Inn On the House Hot Breakfast, Complimentary internet access. Indoor Swimming pool, Fitness Center & Business Center. Complimentary 24 hour airport transportation. All rooms have microwaves & refrigerators.
Colonial Downs rate is $89.00.

Holiday Inn Express

491 International Center Drive
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 222-1499
100 Room Hotel
Services and amenities are complimentary to guests. They feature breakfast daily, wireless internet, local, credit card and 800# calls, fitness center, business center, indoor swimming pool, hot tub and 24 hour airport transportation.
Colonial Downs rate is $79.00.

Holiday Inn

445 International Center Drive
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 236-1111
1607 Bistro & bar serving breakfast & dinner. Complimentary internet access. Indoor Swimming pool, Fitness Center & Business Center. Complimentary 24 hour airport transportation. All rooms have microwaves & refrigerators.
Colonial Downs rate is $74.00.

Comfort Inn

5240 Airport Square Lane
Sandston, VA 23150
(804) 226-1800
61 Room Hotel
Complimentary services and amenities are breakfast daily, wireless internet, local, credit card and 800# calls, fitness center and 24 hour airport transportation.
Colonial Downs rate is $69.00.

Holiday Inn Express Downtown

201 E Cary St
Richmond, VA 23219
(877) 865-6581
Welcome to the newly renovated Holiday Inn Express Downtown Richmond, Virginia located on Cary Street. You will find us located in the heart of historic Richmond’s River District. Our hotel has convenient access to Interstates I-95; I-195, 64 and located 10.5 miles from Richmond International Airport (RIC).
Colonial Downs rate is $79.00.

Other Hotels

Williamsburg and Richmond locations are 20+ minutes away.
When making reservations, check to see if the hotel/motel offers a horsemen’s discount.

Clarion with special Colonial Downs Rates 25% off normal rates!

Full-service amenities and features include:

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free wireless high-speed Internet access in all rooms
  • Free local calls
  • Free coffee
  • Full breakfast buffet

The 100 percent non-smoking guestroom Clarion Hotel® is conveniently located just five minutes from the Richmond International Airport. This Sandston hotel is less than 30 miles from Paramount's Kings Dominion amusement park, historic Maymont House, The Diamond baseball stadium, the Richmond International Raceway and the Greater Richmond Convention Center

Call - 804-222-6450 for reservations and be sure to mention Colonial Downs!

Red Roof Inn

on 5209 Williamsburg Road. Special Colonial Downs rate @ 15% off normal rate!

Call 804-440-5770 for reservations!

Apartments/Guest Suites
Kings Point, Richmond - 804-788-4588
Homewood Suites, Sandston - 804-737-1600

Bed & Breakfast
Jasmine Plantation B&B, Providence Forge - 804-966-9836
Wallace Manor, Providence Forge - 804-966-7001

Hotels/Motels
Airport Inn, Richmond - 804-222-7981
Comfort Inn, Richmond Airport - 804-226-1800
Hampton Inn, Mechanicsville - 804-559-7001
Holiday Inn, Richmond Airport - 804-222-6540
Clarion, Williamsburg Road - 804-222-6450
Holiday Inn 1776, Williamsburg - 757-220-1776
Ramada Inn, Williamsburg - 757-220-1410
Quality Suites, Williamsburg - 757-220-9304
River’s Rest Motel , Charles City 804-829-2753

Area Attractions

New Kent Attractions

Golf Courses

  • Brickshire
  • Royal New Kent
  • Stonehouse

Richmond Attractions

New Kent is a 30 minute drive from the capital city of Richmond. Richmond has many attractions including live music at many of the bars and pubs downtown. There are theaters other forms of entertainment all over.

Or if you prefer, a quiet walk on the Canal Walk or a stroll down Belles Isle.

There are several golf courses around the Richmond are for the golf entusiasts and several hotels ranging from "budget" to "five star".

Williamsburg Attractions

Williamsburg Virginia, 20 minutes from New Kent was where the earlier settlers of Jamestown landed. In one of the most historical cities in America, walk the grounds that the earlier settlers walked on. Enjoy viewing actors showing what it was like to live in Jamestown in that period. You can see the ships that brought the settlers and much more.

Williamsburg is also know for the famous "Busch Gardens". Experience live animal shows, ride the thrilling roller coasters such as the "Loch Ness Monster" (the coaster that does the "double back flip" as advertised) or even enjoy watching muti-cultural dance and shows. A must see for any family or couple.

Hampton Roads Attractions

One of Virginia's largest cities, you can find anything to do within these 3 cities that are all nested together. The Hampton Coliseum shows many different events ranging from sports to music. The largest events in Virginia are typicaly held at this location.

The beach is a great place to settle down and unwind in the hot days of summer with your signifcant other. In addition to the waterfront there are numerous clubs and bars along or near the boardwalk.