We are leaving CT for a cross-country trip (see "Early Winter Thru the South" thread) on Nov. 28, the day after T'giving - after my wife hits the 5AM door-buster sales. :-)

We plan to drive to Gettysburg and should arrive around 1:30 or so, giving us enough time to at least see part of the park. I'm looking for placed to stay in/around Gettysburg. Their Visitor's web site has a large list of places, but I'm wondering if anyone has any recommendations (positive or negative) to help me narrow my choices. I realize the Thanksgiving weekend may hamstring us a little, but I need something.

Preferably, I'd like inexpensive, but an indoor pool would be great for the kids (definitely NOT a necessity). On a bit of a budget.

Next morning we plan to make our way south toward the Smokies, but will probably stop somewhere in southern VA. Any recommendations on places to stay there? Thanks for any input.