Is parking available at the property?

Parking is available on-site, with valet parking offered at a fee of USD 40.00 per night, which includes in/out privileges. Please note that parking height restrictions apply.

Does the hotel allow pets?

The property allows pets in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of USD 100.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time is at 3:00 PM, and check-out time is at 12:00 PM. Guests may request early or late check-in/check-out, but availability and any associated costs are subject to property policy.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer?

Accessibility features include step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities. Guests are encouraged to contact the property for specific details regarding accessible rooms and amenities.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Richmond, just steps from Capitol Square and within a 10-minute walk of The National. It is approximately 0.7 miles from the Greater Richmond Convention Center and 0.8 miles from Virginia Commonwealth University.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 3 children aged 17 years and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

The Commonwealth Hotel in Richmond

Average nightly price at The Commonwealth by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$198
February	$204
March	$215
April	$192
May	$181
June	$173
July	$152
August	$146
September	$174
October	$196
November	$183
December	$158

What guests think

Reviews of The Commonwealth describe a historic, centrally located hotel with very large suite-style rooms and notably friendly staff, alongside recurring drawbacks like tiny elevators, valet-only parking fees, and occasional maintenance and housekeeping issues.

Guests consistently praise the spacious suites and comfortable beds, and many find the downtown setting convenient for the Capitol, events, and sightseeing. Some rooms have limited natural light or face walls, and a few report noise from HVAC equipment or street activity. On-site dining feedback ranges from solid breakfasts to limited hours and slow or pricey dinners. Expect a roomy, well-located stay with personable service and a few quirks of an older building.

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Facilities

Historic building with very small elevators and valet-only parking that carries a daily fee and can be slow at busy times.

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Kathy

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay. Valet parking is worth the cost and Eric was fantastic (valet). Would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend.

6

Mary

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to the capital. No coffee in the lobby

8

Shoaib

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel lobby is not exactly what you see in the pictures, it’s very small, the elevators can only fit two individuals or one person with two pieces of luggage, we stayed in Room 502, lot of space but not maintained, beds are fine the bathroom is okay, shower curtain and tub, hotel good for one night not recommended for extended stay.

8

Crystal

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Booked this room for one night to attend a concert at Allianz Amphitheater. Within walking distance of venue, parking is pricey ($37/valet), checked in at 4pm, room was just finishing up even though check in says 3pm. Elevators are super tiny but overall hotel was clean and updated with friendly staff.

8

Laura

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room and hotel was clean and the bed, super comfortable. Didn’t love that the “window” was 1 foot from a brick wall so no daylight or view. And the gym was pretty minimal. All fine.

8

Karen

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very central location right behind the state capitol. Room was great incl fridge & microwave. There's only valet parking (~$45/night extra), but they're pretty quick once you request your car. It's definitely a renovated older building, because the elevators are TINY.

8

Tabatha

Apr 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great rooms, small elevators

8

Jennifer

Oct 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was very nice. There were not very many places to walk to and the parking situation at the hotel was valet only which got crazy at times. Our room was nice, however, the a/c unit was so loud! It never shut off. It made sleeping a bit difficult. Food at the restaurant was ok. Some staff members were definitively friendlier than others. Overall we were happy with our stay.

6

Cristal

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was very expensive and it didn’t have a pool. We had to pay for valet parking $33 a night. We waited until the last minute to book so we didn’t have too many hotel options.

10

Nina

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved everything about this hotel. We were right beside the elevator and I was worried we were going to hear it or people passing our room all night. We didn't hear a thing! Two small complaints: the elevator is TINY four people max with no bags, and the only parking they have is valet which is $33 a day, or you can walk two blocks and park in public parking.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: many rooms are described as spotless, but others note stained or dusty furnishings, unclean windows, and lapses in housekeeping.

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Edwin

Mar 14, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

When I arrived at the hotel (super early). The room wasn’t ready so I headed out to work. When I came back around 4:30 the room was ready. Once I entered the room it smelled musty. They did not prep the room with the AC on. The filters were dirty( I pulled them out to see) and my co-worker was sneezing all night. I asked them to please clean the bathroom because there was loose hair all around the floor. The cleaner came in and changed the towels only and never mopped the floor. The hotel was EMPTY! And on our second day was the same. Towels changed, floor remained dirty. So I took a small towel soaked in hot water and cleaned the bathroom floor. On our 4th day, we took the elevator up to what we thought was our floor (7th fl not 9th.) We were thrilled when we walked into the room not knowing we were on the wrong floor. The cleaning crew was still there doing final touches. Once we walked in, we noticed the beds were not the same and advised the cleaning person we were in the wrong room. That room was spotless, smelled fresh etc. She was mopping the floor as we were entering. But now that we knew it was the wrong room, we were thrilled that they finally cleaned up our room very well. NOT AT ALL!. It was still dirty and all they did was change the towels and did not through out the trash, straighten out the couch etc. It was really a horrible experience. I would NOT recommend this hotel at all. The front desk was ok.

10

Rick

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

One of the nicest places we have stayed. The hotel was amazing, but the staff really made this place special. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. We travelled from WV, and my family from Gettysburg, PA to go to the Richmond NASCAR race together. From the moment we arrived to departure, the staff treated us like they were part of our family. The rooms were spotless and the beds were amazing!!

8

Mark

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

everything was O.K. with exception of the windows which were, to be kind, atrocies. Cobwebs and dead insects had not been cleaned off the windows. It looked like they had not been cleaned for years.

6

Victor

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

From the day I arrived to the time I left, the entire staff was very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast certainly exceeded expectation and was much better than some of the local restaurants in downtown. My disappointment came with overall look and feel of the hotel. I was expecting a five star experience and the current state of the hotel did not deliver. The dark hallways, dirty bathroom and torn bedding was not what I expected.

4

Javier

Nov 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The first thing one sees arriving to the hotel is how filthy is the lobby. Specially the sofas. They are filled with stains. Looks like they were picked from a garbage dump. The floors of the lobby and our floor (4th) were discussing. Dirt marks everywhere. As per the bedroom, out of a half empty hotel, the receptionist had no better room but to place us facing inward directly to the cooling tower and the main plumbing. Having the most important landmark right in front of the hotel, feels insulting that we were given this room. At last the staff behaved and acted as if they were at home. Hanging in the lobby on their phones and not paying attention to serving the guest. Really and overall disappointment.

10

Jennifer

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location in the heart of downtown, literally steps from the state capitol. The suite was clean and spacious and had nice decor.

10

Yanire

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, spacious room.

4

K

Feb 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room size was great. Staff was friendly. But the hotel room was not very clean. With stains on the couch, curtains, and carpet, smudges throughout, and just grimey. Valet parking was not to be found when we arrived, we parked out front, paid for valet, to be told the car wojld stay out on the street all night. We were given our keys to leave in the morning. This was self parking, not valet, and misleading. There was a huge water stain in the corner of the bedroom. And there was construction in the room next door, including loud hammering and music, during the morning.

10

Karen

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful room. The room was spotless and well-maintained, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Great location and nearby amenities.

6

Morgan

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not a fan of this hotel - paint chipping all over the room, shower water wouldn’t turn off fully & the shower handle fell off. Rooms are horribly decorated & it didn’t feel very clean. No coffee mugs in the room either but coffee pods.

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious, suite-style, and generally comfortable with separate living areas and good beds. Some feel dark or lack views, and recurring comments mention wear, noisy or weak HVAC, and occasional water-temperature issues; Wi-Fi is usually reliable.

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Jan-Bas

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice, and the bed was comfortable. The shower was a bit disappointing as the door would not stay closed and dripping water after shutting it off. It was luxurious, but it had some wear and tear in various spots. Room was super dark with neighboring building right up against the window. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

6

Daniel

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was on the 11th floor but felt like we were sleeping on the street with all the road noise. Was not very comfortable to sleep or relax. Staff was friendly and hotel was clean.

8

Lydia

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is our second stay at The Commonwealth as a family. We stay here because it has proximity to the Richmond Convention Hall and the suites are large and comfortable for a family of 5. The hotel is clean and pleasant. The bed is comfortable. The suites have a microwave and fridge. The only downside is the staff. We used valet (the only option) and had to wait an hour for our car. Once I realized how late the car was, my kids and I walked to the Convention leaving my husband to wait. We missed our first session. I asked for that day's valet (about $35) to be comped and I got a runaround about needing to speak with the GM who was not there.

6

Lacambry

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was not like the room on the website. I don’t know if it was bc of me booking through Expedia or not. I was placed right next to the elevator. My view was the room across from me, so I had to keep my curtain closed. The a/c units were right next to my window so I heard that all night and also something that sounded like a furnace. The room is already painted black so it was super dark. I would give this property a 7. It was clean but it still needs work.

10

Michele S

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel, conveniently located across fro the state capitol building and a few blocks from good restaurants. Large rooms - separate living room and bedroom.

8

Laura

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room and hotel was clean and the bed, super comfortable. Didn’t love that the “window” was 1 foot from a brick wall so no daylight or view. And the gym was pretty minimal. All fine.

10

Julie

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were super friendly and accommodated my unusual schedule. Even though the room was right next to the elevator, it was quiet and dark. WiFi was good.

8

Judd

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was assigned a free upgrade to a large suite on the 8th floor-- there was no view but the room was huge and the work desk was also large and very functional. The King bed was comfortable and the bathroom was clean and very functional

10

Rachel

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Rooms were very spacious with a full on living room separate from the bedroom. Huge bathroom. Great for myself and two daughters traveling to see colleges.

8

Javone

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall stay was good, bed wasn't that comfortable. I would stay again. Lived the separate sitting room from the bedroom.

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Service

Staff is widely praised as friendly and helpful, especially valet and front desk. Occasional understaffing leads to delayed check-ins, slow valet retrievals, or missed housekeeping/maintenance follow-ups.

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10

Louis

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Spacious rooms that are all more like suites with a separate bedroom from living room. Well worth the money. Staff went above and beyond. Mr. Al at the front desk is a real gem.

6

Janet

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The door to our room did not lock. We reported this in the morning and were assured it would be fixed right away. When we can back, the maintenance guy had marked it as fixed but the lock still didn’t work. He was gone for the day so we spent two night in a hotel without a working lock and nobody seems particularly concerned about it. Valet staff was great, super helpful and friendly. Location is good for downtown but not close to the main shopping and dining areas.

10

Joseph

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very courteous staff, especially valet. Room was great.

6

Sherri

Mar 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very nice. Room was big and also clean. The room was not ready until 45 minutes after our check in time so we had to sit around in the lobby for a while. Also took over 40 minutes to get my car out of valet parking when we checked out.

10

Barbara

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Desk, valet and bar staff are exceptional!

6

Laura

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was not good. We arrived early and they were kind enough to store our luggage as we went to lunch. We got back at 2:30 and our room was not ready. We waited in the lobby for an hour, still not ready. This is after our 3pm check in. I reserved the room 3 weeks prior. The girl at the front desk left for the day. Our room, still not cleaned! Juan took over and got us a room immediately. How frustrating!

10

Kendra

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay first room toilet kept running and they upgraded me right away everyone was so nice and definitely will stay again

4

Tristan

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was not ready at check-in. Needed to wait over 90 minutes!!!!

10

Makenna

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we arrived, even before stepping inside, we felt genuinely welcomed. The valet team was outstanding—especially the gentleman managing the area. He greeted us warmly, unloaded all of our luggage, brought it to our room, and even took the time to hang up our dresses. Check-in was smooth and effortless. The lobby was absolutely beautiful and set the tone for the rest of our stay. When we entered our room, we were amazed by how gorgeous, comfortable, and spotless it was—truly one of the cleanest hotel rooms I’ve ever stayed in. That evening, we had a concert to attend, and once again, the valet service went above and beyond. Our vehicle was ready, doors were opened for us, and they even offered ponchos because of the rain—a thoughtful touch. When we returned around 11 p.m., we received the same level of service. We all slept wonderfully; the beds were extremely comfortable. The next morning, we ordered room service, and breakfast was excellent—the food was delicious, and the fruit was incredibly fresh. Check-out was just as easy as check-in. Our vehicle was ready, and we were quickly on our way. This was without a doubt the best hotel experience we’ve ever had. We felt safe, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. We will absolutely be back

10

Michael

Jan 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything about our stay was excellent from the beginning. Great customer service from valet to front desk. Room was spacious, comfortable, and clean with a great view of the state capital grounds. Will be staying again.

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Location

Central downtown location across from the Virginia State Capitol, walkable to historic sites, venues, and government buildings. Some guests find the area quiet with limited dining open on certain days or late at night.

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Roseanne

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Near VA state house. Nice Urban setting. Walkable with easy access to transportation. Bus is FREE!

8

Winston

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a beautiful classic hotel in the heart of Richmond’s downtown area. Walking distance to everything.

8

Tony

Sep 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is located downtown and only a few minutes walk from the canal . It was clean and cozy. The staff were also great.

8

Kristin

Nov 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The suite was spacious. Loved hearing bells chiming nearby. Limited dining room hours. The area has no amenities to speak of. Just office buildings.

10

Jennifer

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location in the heart of downtown, literally steps from the state capitol. The suite was clean and spacious and had nice decor.

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Jack

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I rarely leave bad reviews, but The Commonwealth Hotel in Richmond, VA was a major letdown. While it was conveniently located near the Amtrak station and the courthouse, which was actually quite pretty, that was one of the only positives about the place. The rest of the experience was disappointing. The location felt oddly isolated and lacked anything walkable. The room had windows but faced a wall, which made it feel like a claustrophobic box. The elevators were tiny and slow, adding to the overall cramped feeling and giving the whole place a dated vibe. Amenities were extremely limited—don’t expect much beyond the bare minimum. For the price, at almost $250 a night, I expected far better.

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P. H.

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Older hotel but spacious and comfortable. Excellent location in downtown Richmond. Close to the Capitol grounds, the Governor's Mansion, VCU, and VCU Medical Center. Pleasant, responsive staff.

10

Jean

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff. Large 2 room suite. Newer bathroom. Comfy bed. Clean. Right across the street from the state capitol and beautiful parkland. Great for walking my dog.

10

Jean

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

In town for a concert. This lovely hotel was close by. Great staff at front desk. Lovely suite with view of the capital buildings

10

Jason

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great Hotel right next to the capital if you have business there. Staff is polite, helpful, and attentive. The area nearby is under perpetual renovation any it’s a downtown area. Most restaurants are closed on Mondays.

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Dining

Mixed dining experience: breakfasts often rate well, but dinner/bar service can be slow with limited menus, inconsistent hours, and higher prices; closures due to staffing were reported.

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Marcella

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a lovely hotel. The room was generously sized. It was clean and the staff was courteous and helpful. The restaurant was excellent for breakfast. The only thing that could be a concern for some guests is that noisy heating/air conditioning in room. It didn’t bother me but some guests might find it annoying. I strongly recommend this hotel.

10

Edward

Dec 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The bar closed early. This was ridiculous.

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Mary

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel staff were super accommodating and friendly. I was very appreciative of the valet parking as it was raining quite heavy. The beds were super comfortable so that I had the best sleep possible. The food in the dining room was excellent. I will be hoing back!

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michael

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The service at the restaurant is a joke. Delivered my main meal at the same time as my salad and then waited 10 minutes for my cocktail. Never again.

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Denise

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property was terribly understaffed. Valet had one poor man running cars and it took way too long. Breakfast at restaurant also had one server and the kitchen was so slow. It took an hour to get a warm cinnamon roll-we had to beg for a to go container and run. All summed into us being late for an appointment. The staff was kind and apologetic-it was not their fault they did not have enough people. Facilities-the AC in our room would not bring the temperature below 75-it was uncomfortable to sleep. Could be a lovely property if they would invest in employees so visitors could enjoy their stay.

8

Frederick

Apr 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a nice property. Not a great menu in restaurant, food wasn’t good, but the hotel was nice. Just don’t eat here.

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Christa

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in a "Roomy" suite which was vast and would have been great for a family looking for somewhere to base themselves. However it was really badly thought out with terrible lighting, and the worst in-room coffee I've ever had! We tried to eat in the restaurant but the menu was terrible and the place was deserted, so we went out instead. Parking is valet only, but very convenient. And the hotel is ideally located if you want to visit Richmond - you can see the Capitol from the front door and it's an easy walk down to the river to explore the other sights.

8

Wesley

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The actual hotel experience was amazing. Staff was very nice and accommodating. The restaurant in the hotel on the other hand, the morning waitress was amazing and very nice and on top of things. The waitress that we had for dinner both nights we were there was abysmal. The first night we waited at our table for 20 minutes before she even came to give us menus or take our drink order. Then I asked her for a refill of water, she took my glass and never came back with it. My husband spent half his meal with no drink because she didn't refill his either. The chef came out and asked how everything was and we told him food was delicious, but we were both thirsty and it was only then that we got our drinks refilled. The second night service was no better still went half the meal with no drink.

10

Kate

Dec 27, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Loved this hotel! The perfect combo of efficiency and cleanliness. A really warm and friendly staff. Food is great at the restaurant. Has a bit of an artsy vibe in the hallways which I loved. Rooms are spacious. Would recommend!

8

Mary

Nov 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Downtown hotel on a holiday = quiet neighborhood with not much open. The suite was very nice (good size for the $$), but the restaurant was a disappointment. It was unexpectedly closed one morning due to someone calling out sick. We may try a different neighborhood next time.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $156	2 $164	3 $192	4 $180	5 $288	6 $259	7 $233
8 $155	9 $169	10 $173	11 $149	12 $214	13	14 $438
15 $162	16 $175	17 $175	18 $161	19 $210	20 $258	21 $244
22 $138	23 $163	24 $164	25 $147	26 $192	27 $191	28 $186
29 $153	30 $164

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Cozy)

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Roomy)

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roomy)

Suite, Multiple Beds (Homey)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Homey)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roomy)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Roomy)

Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Comfy)

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Cozy)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comfy)

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