Places to stay in Romney, West Virginia

Romney is a city in and the county seat of Hampshire County, West Virginia. It is a city with a very historic background dating back to the 18th century. Originally settled in 1725 by hunters and traders, Romney was known as Pearsall's Flats and was the site of the French and Indian War stockade Fort Pearsall. Romney holds the title of West Virginia's oldest town, chartered December 23, 1762. Named for the Cinque Ports town of Romney, Kent by Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, the town still bears placenames and symbols from its colonial past such as its Marsham Street, named for Robert Marsham, 2nd Baron Romney. It is also home to the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and Blind and the nation's First Confederate Memorial in Indian Mound Cemetery. Places to eat in the region include Romney Diner, Romney Brew Station, Brady’s Cafe’ Bella Aurore, and The Brass Rail.

If you are travelling in the area, Romney is located close to Thrush Cemetery, Cornwell School (historical), Mill Creek District, Walnut Grove School (historical) and The Trough.

The center of Romney ( which is at is longitude -78°45'21.24 and latitude 39°20'37.32 ) is located 8 miles away from Augusta and 9 miles away from Springfield.

Available Romney lodging

We currently have 5 accommodations in and around Romney.

Romney Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Romney Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Other useful links:

• Romney Chamber of Commerce
• Romney, West Virginia on Wikipedia