The Commonwealth

4.0 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

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901 Bank St, Richmond, VA, 23219
  • Broad Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, Multiple Beds, View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Roomy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Roomy)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roomy)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roomy)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Cozy)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Cozy)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds (Homey)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Homey)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comfy)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Comfy)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Richmond

The Commonwealth is centrally located in Richmond, a 3-minute walk from Broad Street and 6 minutes by foot from The National. .This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Greater Richmond Convention Center and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Virginia Commonwealth University.

What's nearby

  • Broad Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The National - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Altria Theater - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 9 min walk
  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Capital Ale House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spice of India - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sefton Coffee Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Commonwealth

Colonial hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center
The Commonwealth offers 59 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Richmond hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 59 guestrooms featuring microwaves and iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 50-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area. This Colonial hotel also features a banquet hall and a vending machine.
You can enjoy a meal at Rueger's serving the guests of The Commonwealth, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms.
Rueger's - This restaurant specializes in southern cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 37 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Rueger's

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1912
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 100.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 37.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Commonwealth Park Suites
Commonwealth Park Suites Hotel
Commonwealth Park Suites Hotel Richmond
Commonwealth Park Suites Richmond
Commonwealth Park Hotel Richmond
Commonwealth Park Richmond
Commonwealth Hotel Richmond
Commonwealth Richmond
The Commonwealth Hotel
The Commonwealth Richmond
The Commonwealth Hotel Richmond

The Commonwealth Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 838 out of 1277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1277 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Makenna

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property, room was big and so was the bathroom. It was clean. The hotel staff was somewhat friendly (valet was excellent), the hotel itself needs some renovations. Like a lot of places in Richmond, you never know what you're going to get.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay the valet manager was great.. Took care of us and was very responsive. Elevators are very tiny
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool vibe in this hotel. We weren’t able to check in early, but the Luggage Storage option was very much appreciated. The room was clean & comfy, but the AC was a bit noisy and there was a clanking sound outside the room all night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Casey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

brian

Great location and historic building. Comfortable beds and linens.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, huge room, perfect location for a show at the National. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hillary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I donwhat to say. One of the worst places ive ever stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

orika

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean, quiet, comfortable, and simple. The front desk was kind and helpful. I didn’t realize I was required to use the valet and the fee of $37 each day. It was hard to find good places to eat nearby. It was rather pricey for the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana Marie, Boca Raton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute hotel, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lydia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Good Hotel, Bad Valet

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria C

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean it up. All of it. No room service. Dirty rooms, dirty elevators, dirty towels. No nearby restaurants in walkable distance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025