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The Jefferson HotelvsHilton Richmond Downtown
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Jefferson Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Hilton Richmond Downtown. The Jefferson Hotel comes in at 95 with approval from 12 reviewers including Star Service, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
The Jefferson Hotel
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Rough Guide
Star Service
Michelin Guide
Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide
Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
101 W. Franklin Street, Franklin & Adams Sts, Richmond, VA 23220
From $265/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"One of Virginia's finest hotels... The Jefferson Hotel is an attraction in its own right." Full review
"Since the hotel is older, the rooms are somewhat small, but exquisitely appointed with period furnishings and top-of-the-line amenities including plush robes and flat-screen televisions." Full review
"Richmond's most storied hotel, an 1895 Beaux-Arts property complete with porticoes and a clock tower, located in the heart of downtown." Full review
"Grand hotel with touches like a marble-columned lobby, marble baths, highspeed internet access and stylish rooms. Smart and sizeable suites also available."
"At the corner of Adams Street, seven blocks west of the Capitol, this is Richmond's grande dame, an elegant and historic hitching post that is a "must" for traditionalists in transit." Full review
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Worth requesting are the recently renovated studios, suites and Executive suites.
"Despite several fires and restorations since opening in 1895, this downtown landmark remains the city's most opulent "Southern belle"."
"With its tapestries, faux-marble columns and Tiffany stained-glass skylights, it retains the grandeur of the Victorian era."
Recommended
"A historic Beaux Arts landmark dating to 1895, the hotel offers elegant guest rooms furnished in a traditional style with antique reproductions and fine art." Full review
"The Jefferson Hotel is the finest place to stay in all of Richmond." Full review
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Particularly festive this time of year (carolers were singing when I visited), don't miss afternoon weekend tea, which is available for reservation to both guests and non-guests.
"Full renovation completed in April 2017.
" Full review
Hilton Richmond Downtown
Fodor's
Star Service
501 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219
From $127/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
"Located in the historic Miller and Rhoads Department Store building, this hotel is truly in the heart of downtown." Full review
"Although its lacks the meeting space and has slightly fewer amenities, this hotel presents an attractive alternative to the Richmond Marriott across the street." Full review