Name
The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond, Virginia
Location
Situated at Franklin and Adams Streets in the heart
of historic downtown.
Description
Opened in 1895 and located in the heart of Richmond’s historic district, The Jefferson Hotel is one of only 27 hotels to carry both the Mobil Five-Star and the AAA Five Diamond ratings. It comes replete with rich tapestries, antique replica furniture, embellished faux-marble columns, a 70-foot high ceiling with a stained-glass skylight, and a magnificent sweeping staircase hauntingly similar to the one in Gone With the Wind. In addition to its lavish 262 guest rooms and 19 opulent meeting/banquet rooms, The Jefferson also boasts an indoor swimming pool, fitness center and state-of-the-art business center.
Awards & Recognitions
Mobil Five-Star Award – The Jefferson Hotel
AAA Five Diamond Award – The Jefferson Hotel
Best Hotel in America – Forbes FYI
City Hotel Reader’s Choice Award – Southern Living
Guest Rooms
There are 262 luxurious guest rooms and suites that feature 57 delightfully different styles, all with unusually high ceilings, tall windows and custom-designed upholstered furnishings. Thoughtfully and tastefully decorated with mahogany armoires, heavy draperies, refined art work, and custom-woven carpets, the look is richly residential.
Rates
Regular rates begin at $285.00
Dining
Two restaurants: Lemaire and T.J.’s, as well as 24-hour full menu room service. Lemaire is a 118-seat fine-dining establishment comprised of a eight individual and intimate dining areas. It is named for Thomas Jefferson’s White House maitre d’hotel, who introduced the art of cooking with wine to America. Lemaire’s menu is a reflection of Thomas Jefferson’s keen interest in cooking and a true celebration of southern taste. The Jefferson has recently added a Victorian glass-enclosed conservatory that fronts historic Franklin Street. For more casual dining, T.J.’s restaurant offers lunch, dinner, late-night fare and cocktails, with an engaging view of the Rotunda’s hustle and bustle.
Meeting/Banquet Rooms
Eighteen meeting rooms with 26,000-square-feet of meeting space: The Grand Ballroom, with its gold-detailed ceiling and elaborate crystal chandeliers; The Empire Room, with 30-foot windows and lavish draperies; The Flemish Room, with African mahogany paneling and genuine silk wallpaper; The Rotunda, with its opulent ornamentation and monumental faux-marble columns; and The James River Conference Room, a self-contained meeting space constructed from a restored private residence attached to the hotel.
Guest Services
An indoor swimming pool, complete with overhead skylights, showers and restrooms, overlooks the terrace. The fitness center includes cardiovascular exercise equipment, weight training machinery and free weights. The hotel provides 24-hour room service, complimentary transportation to downtown Richmond attractions via hotel town cars and 24-hours-a-day concierge service. Also located within the hotel are Gators Gift Shop & Newsstand, Blooms Florist and a fully equipped business center.
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