Government Island Tours

Protected from development, Government Island attracts a broad range of birds and other fauna. Learn about how the local community has collaborated to preserve the natural habitat here.

If you've got time to stop for a while in Stafford, Government Island is a great place to start your sightseeing. This nature reserve is one of many attractions that'll keep you on the go here. Potomac Point Vineyard and Winery, Widewater State Park, and Augustine Golf Club are also waiting to be explored close by.

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Home2 Suites By Hilton Ashburn, Va

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ashburn, Va

3 out of 5
Price was $260, price is now $156 per person
$156
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Jan 16 - Jan 19
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Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Washington (DCA)
No reviews
Hotel Arboretum

Hotel Arboretum

2 out of 5
Northeast
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Price was $723, price is now $416 per person
$416
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Feb 12 - Feb 16
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Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Washington (DCA)
8/10 Very Good! (1,178 reviews)
Yes the room was spotless and staff was great

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

The Graham Georgetown

The Graham Georgetown

4 out of 5
Georgetown
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Price was $697, price is now $450 per person
$450
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Feb 15 - Feb 19
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Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Washington (DCA)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,786 reviews)
This is a very nice, clean, and conveniently located hotel in the heart of Georgetown. Very comfortable bed and nicely decorated room.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Popular places to visit

Embrey Mill Dogwood Dog Park

Embrey Mill Dogwood Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Stafford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Embrey Mill Dogwood Dog Park

Stafford Hospital

Though Stafford Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Stafford while you are here.

Stafford Hospital

Potomac Point Vineyard and Winery

5/5(4 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Potomac Point Vineyard and Winery during your travels to Stafford. Discover the live music in this family-friendly area, or seek out its jogging trails.

Potomac Point Vineyard and Winery

Widewater State Park

You can take time to visit Widewater State Park during your travels to Stafford. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Widewater State Park

Marine Raider Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Marine Raider Museum during your travels in Quantico. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Marine Raider Museum

Augustine Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Stafford at Augustine Golf Club. Discover the museums in this family-friendly area, or seek out its jogging trails.

Augustine Golf Club

Best Lodging Options Near Government Island

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fredericksburg by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fredericksburg by IHG

2.5 out of 5
560 Warrenton Rd Fredericksburg VA
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fredericksburg by IHG
The Rose Gaming Resort

The Rose Gaming Resort

4 out of 5
17680 Colonial Street Dumfries VA
The Rose Gaming Resort
Motel 6 Dumfries, VA

Motel 6 Dumfries, VA

2 out of 5
17133 Dumfries Rd Dumfries VA
Motel 6 Dumfries, VA
Hyatt Place Fredericksburg at Mary Washington

Hyatt Place Fredericksburg at Mary Washington

3 out of 5
1241 Emancipation Highway Fredericksburg VA
Hyatt Place Fredericksburg at Mary Washington
Hilton Garden Inn Fredericksburg

Hilton Garden Inn Fredericksburg

3 out of 5
1060 Hospitality Ln Fredericksburg VA
Hilton Garden Inn Fredericksburg
Best Western Fredericksburg

Best Western Fredericksburg

2.5 out of 5
2205 Plank Road Fredericksburg VA
Best Western Fredericksburg
Home2 Suites by Hilton Woodbridge Potomac Mills

Home2 Suites by Hilton Woodbridge Potomac Mills

3 out of 5
14005 Telegraph Road Woodbridge VA
Home2 Suites by Hilton Woodbridge Potomac Mills
Sleep Inn Woodbridge - Potomac Mills

Sleep Inn Woodbridge - Potomac Mills

2.5 out of 5
14080 Shoppers Best Way Woodbridge VA
Sleep Inn Woodbridge - Potomac Mills
Spark by Hilton Woodbridge

Spark by Hilton Woodbridge

3 out of 5
2621 Prince William Pkwy Woodbridge VA
Spark by Hilton Woodbridge
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