The Jefferson Hotel

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Lobby
Indoor pool
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
View from room
Ballroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA, 23220
  • Place, Broad Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Greater Richmond Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Grand Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(60 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Grand Premier Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

  • Broad Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 2 min walk - 0.2 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mudhouse Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ay Caramba - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Commonwealth Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tarrant's Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Patio Thai - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel offers 181 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers 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 irons/ironing boards. 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 espresso makers 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.

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
  • 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
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1895
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 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 75 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

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 921 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1005 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Standouts were the staff, Chas my concierge greeted us at the door, handled our bags, placed them in the room, got us ice, and made sure our needs were met, Ketunde the receptionist was in training, yet she was exceptionally professional and welcoming, easy conversation making us feel at home, the host, and our waiters at the lounge were also very welcoming, and friendly with excellent service and attentiveness, the valets were really sweet, opened doors, made sure the car was nice and toasty when we got inside. Our Queen suite with two Queen beds, a huge bathrooom complete with a luxurious tub, separate huge closet and working area with desk and chair was beyond our expectations. Historic elegance meets modern comforts. You can’t go wrong staying at the Jefferson if you would like to be spoiled and pampered.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and staff wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

carmine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifull hotel, clean and great service. A.little.off from the main downtown area, its a 5min uber.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
They pay attention to every detail. Everything about my stay was five out of five stars. It is a beautiful hotel with great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous and helpful staff. Lovely room. Wonderful restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay at The Jefferson in Richmond was simply wonderful. From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. The hotel amenities are exceptional, the atmosphere is elegant and welcoming, and the attention to detail truly stands out. The restaurant was outstanding, and breakfast was absolutely delicious — one of the highlights of our stay. Every detail contributed to an unforgettable experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would absolutely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and staff was great! I didn’t care for my food at the onsite restaurant, but the staff was very accommodating and apologetic. Definitely look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Jefferson was luxurious. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was large and spacious, with comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, and beautifully decorated.I loved that my room had a double sink in the bathroom, and the bathroom supplies were fuuy stocked for two persons, with extras. The staff was very pleasant, from the valet to front desk. I didn't get to tour the facility as much as I would have loved to, but the bits i were stunning. I hoped to go back very soon. I would give it a 5 stars for the stay, and the overall experience. I will rate the on property restaurants separately.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most beautiful room and building
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William Christopher, Virginia Beach

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph, Concord

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel ideally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

marnie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Landon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the front desk gave us room upgrade because it was my husband’s birthday!! Room service delivered our meal on time and it was delicious. Room service came back and asked if we needed anything!! Room was spotless! Service was great all around… We will be back in April!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elegant, spacious, sophisticated, impeccably clean and updated. Staff friendly, welcoming and professional. Dinner and breakfast were fantastic Wish we could live here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, beautiful room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey, Johns Island

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The Jefferson Hotel is outstanding. But at Christmas time, the food service options for guests are terrible. The lunch service and evening dining service options were not available during our three day stay. Reservations had been fully booked, "for the last six months" and the hotel did not provide guests any other options except purchasing drinks and crackers from the gift shop for lunch and limited seating and a limited menu in the bar for dinner. "A" plus for the hotel; "F" for food service for guests at Christmas time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025