Hotel Weyanoke, located across from French Hall at Longwood University, isn’t only a hotel; the newly renovated building also serves as a social hub for students and members of the community alike.
While the age to be able to reserve a room in the hotel is 21, students can grab a bite to eat at Effingham’s, which is located inside and accepts Lancer Cash. The name “Effingham’s” comes from the historic Effingham Tavern, which was located in Cumberland, Virginia.
Beginning at 6:30 a.m., students can enjoy a full breakfast inside the restaurant which includes hot and iced coffee options.
For those looking for a quick lunch option in the middle of their day, Effingham’s offers a Quick Lunch Combo which features a personal pizza and salad for only $8.
When dinner time rolls around and classes end for the day, the coal-fired oven is reignited and more fresh pizzas are made from local ingredients, according to the hotel’s Food and Beverage Manager Sydney Notameni.
Notameni also noted a new menu is in the works, which will move toward a more European style with smaller portions and healthier options to choose from.
The restaurant offers a $2 per pizza slice happy hour deal on Thursdays from 4-6 p.m., among other daily food specials.
For those not looking to fill an empty stomach, Hotel Weyanoke also offers the Catbird Rooftop Terrace which overlooks the whole Town of Farmville as a hub to study and relax while also enjoying the views. Tables, benches and seats are included with free Wi-Fi for those using the space.
The Hotel Weyanoke can be contacted at (434) 658-7500.
