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Relax Williamsburg SpringHill Suites.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Williamsburg

April 5, 2022

The newly renovated SpringHill Suites by Marriott in historic…

Bassett Motel

April 5, 2022

Bassett motel is currently located among Virginia's most desirable…

Relax Williamsburg Travelodge.

Travelodge by Wyndham Williamsburg Colonial Area

April 5, 2022

Enjoy historic and thrilling attractions when you book your vacation…

Relax Williamsburg Kingsgate.

Kingsgate Resort

April 5, 2022

Furnished in the Colonial style, this resort offers all the modern…

Club Wyndham Kingsgate

April 5, 2022

Located close to historic Williamsburg, the decor and atmosphere…

Club Wyndham Governor’s Green

April 5, 2022

Club Wyndham Governor’s Green is three miles north of historic…

Relax Williamsburg La Quinta Inn.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Williamsburg Historic Area

April 5, 2022

Welcome to our La Quinta® by Wyndham Williamsburg Historic Area…

Relax Williamsburg Days Inn.

Days Inn by Wyndham Williamsburg Historic Area

April 5, 2022

Located in the heart of Williamsburg, our Days Inn Williamsburg…

Best Western Historic Area Inn

April 5, 2022

Welcome to the Best Western Historic Area Inn! The only Best…

Applewood Bed & Breakfast

April 5, 2022

Our B&B is conveniently located just a short walk from the…

THE HISTORY OF WILLIAMSBURG

Prior to European settlement, the area around modern-day Williamsburg was settled by the indigenous American tribes of the Powhatan Confederacy. Williamsburg was first settled in 1638 and was originally referred to as Middle Plantation due to its location on the high ground in the middle of the Virginia Peninsula. In 1699, Middle Plantation was renamed Williamsburg in honor of King William III of England.

By the turn of the 20th century, Williamsburg was a quiet country village, and many colonial buildings, while still standing, were in disrepair. The Reverend Dr. D.A.R. Goodwin made it his goal to restore Williamsburg to its colonial spendor, seeking financial help from none other than John D. Rockefeller Jr., the heir to Standard Oil. It was due to the Rockefeller contributions that Williamsburg became what it is today: A living museum, with history preserved and on exhibit every day.