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A grand lobby with marble columns, a central seating area, and a high ceiling with a skylight.
A grand hall with a large, ornate carpet, a chandelier, and a stage with curtains.
A grand hall with classical architecture, featuring large columns and arches, a seating area with chairs and tables, and a view of a building in the background.
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $343
$295 nightly
$343 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3

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

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a television.

Grand Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a chandelier.

Grand Premier Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Grand Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (ADA)

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk, and a chair.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The price is $185
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

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 - 0.1 miles
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Altria Theater - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The National - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mudhouse Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Patio Thai - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Commonwealth Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lemaire - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tarrant's Cafe - ‬4 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. Open daily.
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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free area shuttle up to 3 mi
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Secured, uncovered valet parking on site (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1895
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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

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

The Jefferson Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 931 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1009 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is great nicely done, staff is great, good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean large room…top quality towels and linens…great restaurant…outstanding all around
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect room and great friendly staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clinton

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This is one of the most impressive historical hotels we have experienced and this includes the Mayflower Hotel in Washington DC. The history and architecture is unbelievable. The staff, exceptional, along with the services provided during our time at the hotel. The brunch, delectable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel ideally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rashmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful all around!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff from front desk to concierge, bellmen, TJs bartenders and housekeeping were all wonderful. Property was impressive and meals at Lemaire were excellent. We felt pampered. Love the hotel and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Great staff. Wonderful food. Best coffee I have ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great bathroom, nice sheets. We loved the free shuttle that dropped us off for dinner!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

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We love the Jefferson Hotel. The staff there is amazing and the room was everything we could want in a hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic room!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Staff & service
Elegant and full of charm
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

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The room was beautiful and staff wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

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This property was just breathtaking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a luxury experience! Staff properly attentive, food delicious and atmosphere relaxing! 10/10!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful property we visit often.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were immaculate everything you needed except a microwave. Restaurant in the hotel which is convenient. Parking valet or park yourself. Loved the the experience. The staff were super helpful. Kudos!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As an historic five star property, it lived up to it’s reputation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karol Dent

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Wonderful as always!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Morgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for setting the room up for the night!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, accoutrements, location, bed, food, staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, staff was very friendly. Food reasonably prices and good flavor.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch all the way! This is not just a nice hotel. It's an experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026