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The Jefferson Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, near Virginia Commonwealth University

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2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Indoor pool
Lobby
In the heart of Downtown Richmond, The Jefferson Hotel offers a luxurious getaway with shopping on site and an American cuisine restaurant serving up breakfast, lunch, dinner. Relax by the indoor pool or treat yourself to a spa day with services like manicures and massages.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$285 nightly
The total price is $331
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Grand Premier Queen | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Grand Premier Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Grand Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (ADA)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Premier Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Grand Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - single
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Property entrance

The Commonwealth

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,235 reviews
The price is $176
$151 nightly
$176 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
The Commonwealth
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About the neighborhood

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101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220

What's nearby

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Altria Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The National - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 14 min drive
  • Richmond Staples Mill Road Station - 13 min drive
  • Richmond Main Street Station - 22 min walk
  • Ashland Station - 22 min drive
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off

Restaurants

  • ‪The Patio Thai - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪NuVegan Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪GWARbar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nami Japanese Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Virginia Commonwealth University and Broad Street. You can indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or mani/pedis, and Lemaire Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a fitness center. The helpful staff and comfortable guestrooms get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 181 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pet sitting services offered
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured uncovered onsite self parking (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Secured uncovered onsite valet parking (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Free train station shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM*
DONE

Offsite

    • Free area shuttle within 3 miles
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge)
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free local shuttle
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Bicycle tour information

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 19 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (26000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1895
  • ATM/banking
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

Dining

Lemaire Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
TJ's Bar and Lounge - This lobby lounge specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 60.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 20 per night with in/out privileges
  • Uncovered valet parking costs USD 38 per night with in/out privileges
  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Jefferson Hotel Richmond
Jefferson Hotel
Jefferson Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel Hotel Richmond

Frequently asked questions

Does The Jefferson Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Jefferson Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Jefferson Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Jefferson Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Pet-sitting services are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Jefferson Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 20 per night. Valet parking costs USD 38 per night. RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Jefferson Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Jefferson Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a fitness center. The Jefferson Hotel also has spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near The Jefferson Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring American cuisine.

What's the area around The Jefferson Hotel like?

The Jefferson Hotel is in Downtown Richmond, a short 2-minute walk from Virginia Commonwealth University and 3 minutes' walk from Broad Street.

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The Jefferson Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Restaurant
Bathroom
Historical
Food
History
Bed
Building
Architecture

What guests liked

  • Dining options were excellent with perfect choices for breakfast, lunch, and cocktails, and all restaurant employees were delightful and efficient. (8 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delivered promptly and hot, with delicious options and attentive service. (7 reviews)
  • The spa offered excellent massages and a heavenly experience. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Outstanding place-beautiful, historic, luxurious, convenient parking. Loved the little alligator chocolates that arrived nightly and the bathroom was a dream.
3-night trip

10/10

Wonderful stay. Incredibly welcoming and friendly staff from the moment we arrived, through check-in, concierge, restaurant and housekeeping. With every encounter, we were greeted with a friendly smile and courtesy.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful historic hotel wonderful place to stay
1-night trip

10/10

Everything was amazing!! We were there for a wedding weekend filled with festivities and fun!! The Jefferson did everything to perfection!!
3-night trip

10/10

very nice hotel for a dream night away
1-night trip

10/10

I’ve stayed here at least 4 times in the last couple of years and had an outstanding experience. The staff, the cleanliness, the food is outstanding.
3-night trip

10/10

The Jefferson is an absolute icon in Richmond, Virginia, and is always a fantastic place to stay! From check in to check out everything, all your wants and needs, anything at all, is attended to with the utmost professionalism! The courtesy is above and beyond, and the drinks at the bar are served up with quite a heavy Poore! I highly recommend The Jefferson to anyone traveling to Richmond!
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderful stay at The Jefferson. Our room was fabulous! The staff super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious!
1-night trip

10/10

First class every step.
1-night trip

10/10

The Jefferson is an enjoyable experience in every respect and it is hard to imagine anything better.
2-night trip

10/10

This was my fourth stay at the federation and I’ll be returning.
3-night trip

10/10

We had a great stay!
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful historic hotel.
2-night trip

10/10

The Jefferson hotel is amazing and beautiful — but the best part is the service. The people are so nice and genuine and friendly.
1-night trip

10/10

This is truly a 5-star hotel and will be our future go-to choice in any future visits to Richmond.
2-night trip

10/10

Every staff member at the hotel we interacted with was pleasant and helpful. The concierge was extremely helpful in making dinner reservations and coordinating travel to and from the restaurant.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful grand old hotel with a wonderful staff . Great food and rooms are nicely appointed.
1-night trip

10/10

The extra room preparation, restaurant staff, and all other guest services are absolutely exceptional.
2-night trip

10/10

Historic nature and well appointed rooms.
1-night trip

10/10

This was our second stay at the Jefferson and simply awesome. Service was great and the room was clean and beautiful. We'll be going back soon!
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hotel in a convient to museums. The hotel provides shuttle service. I would highly recommend the hotel. The food and services were excellent.
2-night trip

10/10

The Christmas decor was amazing, the staff was helpful and friendly. The property is convienent to downtown and was beautiful and historic.
1-night trip

10/10

Check in was fast and easy
2-night trip

10/10

Very beautiful old hotel.
2-night trip

10/10

Great room. Beautiful finishes and architecture
1-night trip