Happiness and Horses in Virginia Pet-friendly hotel near Virginia Horse Center with free large-vehicle parking. Marvel at gorgeous mountain views when you stay at our Howard Johnson Inn Lexington hotel. Located near Blue Ridge Parkway and a short drive to downtown Lexington, our pet-friendly hotel boasts scenic vistas, happiness, and easy access to popular sites that include the Virginia Horse Center, major colleges and universities, and several parks. Start your day the happy way at our pet-friendly hotel, and Start your day off with a free light breakfast item together with your choice of coffee, tea and juice. Upload photos or check email with free WiFi, and stay fit and trim in our 24-hour fitness center. Relax with a dip in our seasonal outdoor pool, and take advantage of ample free large-vehicle parking. Visit the 600-acre Virginia Horse Center and get up close and personal with equines, or take the short trip to Virginia Safari Park and meet wildlife not typically found in our state. Hike through rugged natural beauty and marvel at scenic vistas from the breathtaking overlooks of Goshen Pass, sample vintages at Rockbridge Vineyard, or enjoy a vintage movie experience at the Bourbon Drive-In Theatre. Virginia Military Institute and Washington & Lee University are a short drive from our hotel.