The Jefferson Hotel

5.0 star property

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2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Coffee/tea maker
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Indoor pool
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Altria Theater
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Grand Premier Queen

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Premier Room, 1 King Bed

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Richmond

With a stay at The Jefferson Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Richmond, steps from Virginia Commonwealth University and within a 10-minute walk of Altria Theater. .This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Greater Richmond Convention Center and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Virginia State Capitol.

What's nearby

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Altria Theater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The National - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Virginia Museum of Fine Arts - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 7 min drive
  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 14 min drive

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

Beaux Arts hotel with 2 restaurants and area shuttle service
The Jefferson Hotel offers 181 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.
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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 181 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Relax and unwind with massages and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an indoor pool and a fitness center. This Beaux Arts hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Guests can catch a ride on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 3 miles.
Enjoy American cuisine at Lemaire Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Richmond? This hotel has 26000 square feet (2415 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 19 meeting rooms. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge.
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.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 3 miles
  • Area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Secured, uncovered valet parking on site (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 15 to 30 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lemaire Restaurant
  • TJ's Bar and Lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 19 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 26,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pet-sitting services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 60.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 38 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 60.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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The Jefferson Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 918 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1007 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our fifth visit to the Jefferson and it has never failed to be anything but comfortable and a classy weekend. They always take great care of us, even when Richmond was battling a boil water edict due to issues at the Water facility. Fortunately the boil water restrictions were lifted Saturday at noon, just in time for the Sunday Champagne Brunch. Which we highly recommend if you get the chance. Overall, It was because of the Hotel’s high attention to detail that the water issues caused no real concern and we look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved out stay
My wife and I stayed here to catch a comedy show for our anniversary at the Altria Theatre. The theatre was within walking distance (8-10 min walk). We arrived to find easy parking, very friendly and courteous staff, and super clean hotel. Even during a snow storm everything was very clean. The room did not disappoint either. Very large room, bed was comfortable, and did I mention… clean?! I hate dirty bathrooms when I stay in a hotel. I felt like you could eat off of the floor here! We got room service for breakfast. Right on time… The food was hot, delicious, and filling. I would 100% recommend staying here again. Everything was too notch.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The extra room preparation, restaurant staff, and all other guest services are absolutely exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent historical hotel
Beautiful hotel in a convient to museums. The hotel provides shuttle service. I would highly recommend the hotel. The food and services were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ivet

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel but it was very unfortunate that due to snow storm we had no water during our stay. We were told that was going to be restored between 4-6 hours but it never happened.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Christmas decor was amazing, the staff was helpful and friendly. The property is convienent to downtown and was beautiful and historic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel . Inner city surrounding so walking around did not feel safe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Joseph and I enjoyed our stay. Everything was absolutely fabulous . Christmas decorations were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel wonderful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, staff, gorgeous tree and decorations epitomize the spirit of Christmas!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Manteo

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is truly a 5-star hotel and will be our future go-to choice in any future visits to Richmond.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tsui Yueh Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property beautifully decorated for Christmas. Very nice rooms. Great staff and service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louann Y

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The VIP upgrade process went very well. Rooms were spacious and nicely appointed with nice amenities. The only problem was the cold air leakage from the closed windows near the bed — unfortunately the heavy drapes did not fully block out the cold air. The room was a little unevenly heated — warmero in some spots. Otherwise the upgraded rooms were a very nice perk and staff was very supportive and kind. Valet system re car can be done on your phone which is a nice convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must Stay
The Jefferson Hotel is always an exceptional stay. The entire staff, from greeting at the front door to departure, are highly professional, courteous and friendly. The accomodations are absolutely five stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an absolutelyI’m experience! I love everything about the Jefferson! They even had things I would’ve never thought of like a TV embedded in the mirror at the vanity in the bathroom. This was a five star hotel in every sense of the word! Would love to visit again on my next trip to Richmond. Bravo!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't get reservations to tea or dining. The casual reservation had no options for my vegan needs. Had to get room service. It wouldn't be a problem for you to have plant based cheese and butter available. I do appreciate the oat milk. Im sure your food carries plant based options There are more and more of us getting tick diseases like Alfa Gal which limits food options such as dairy. The rooms are wonderful but slippery in shower. Maybe grab bars would help
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hosea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was impeccable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Sydni

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bathtub was dirty, scratched myself in sleep from broken remote, could not access fridge due to a broken dresser handle- waste of my $60 leftovers.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024