Richmond · Virginia

The Jefferson Hotel

Name: The Jefferson Hotel
Address: 101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, Virginia, 23220, US
Rating: 9.8

101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, Virginia, 23220

The experience

Luxurious Accommodations and Amenities

Unwind with massages and facials at the indoor pool or fitness center. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and onsite dining at Lemaire Restaurant.

Business and Event Facilities

Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, conference space, and train station pick-up service. With 19 meeting rooms and prime location near Richmond's business district, the hotel is perfect for events.

Central Location

Situated steps from Virginia Commonwealth University and key attractions, The Jefferson Hotel offers convenience and luxury. Book now for a memorable stay in Richmond.

At the hotel

Popular amenities

62 listed

24-hour business center
24-hour front desk
Accessible shuttle
Accessible train station shuttle
Assistive listening devices available
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
ATM/banking
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Breakfast available (surcharge)

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Comprehensive food waste policy
Computer station
Concierge service
Conference space
Electric car charging station
Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Express check-out
Fitness facilities
Free area shuttle
Free bicycles on site
Free train station drop-off
Free train station pickup
Free WiFi
Gift shops or newsstand
Handrails in stairways
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
Luggage storage
Meeting rooms
Multilingual staff
No accessible shuttle
No accessible train station shuttle
No single-use plastic straws
Pet-sitting services
Pool hoist on site
Porter/bellhop
Recycling
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
RV, bus, truck parking (surcharge)
Secured parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Shopping on site
Smoke-free property
Stair-free path to entrance
Tours/ticket assistance
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Vegan menu options available
Vegetarian menu options available
Visual alarms in hallways
Water-efficient showers only
Wedding services
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

9.8out of 10

A wonderful historic hotel
clairemC5031KQ · Friends getaway · 2026-02-11
10/10
“This historic hotel was built in 1895 by Lewis Ginter, who also developed the wonderful Lewis Ginter Botanical gardens in town. The rotunda in the entryway is stunning, with beautiful stained glass windows. I booked directly with the hotel, which got me free parking in a secure lot right across the street. Our room was lovely and spacious, with high ceilings. There was a little room between the bedroom and the bathroom with a desk and a dressing area. The large bathroom had s full sized tub with a picture window looking out onto the city, a large walk in shower and separate toilet area. Check out the gift shop on the lower level. The lady in the shop can tell you the story of the four alligators who lived in the pond inside the hotel for forty years. Travelers would be going north from Florida with their pet alligators and a few got left at the hotel. The bellhops would find them lounging on the couches in the morning and would shoo them back into the pond. There is also an interesting history of the hotel near the gift shop. Many interesting people have stayed at the hotel. There is a very nice indoor pool, but the water was really cold. A great property with a lot of character.”
Fantastic Christmas Vacation
TammyM4311 · Family · 2026-01-05
10/10
“Our family took a Christmas trip to the Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, Virginia, known for its beautiful architecture and rich history. Upon arrival, we were amazed by the stunning lobby, with its chandeliers, garlands, and festive decorations. After checking in, we enjoyed a delicious meal in the hotel’s restaurant. We started with a roasted beet salad and wild mushroom risotto, then had the traditional Christmas dinner with juicy turkey, stuffing, and sweet cranberry sauce. In the evening, we learned about the hotel’s history from the staff while admiring the portraits of famous guests. This added depth to our visit. That night, we returned to our cozy room, decorated for the holidays, and enjoyed hot cocoa while watching holiday movies and sharing our favorite moments. The next morning, we had a relaxing breakfast with pastries and coffee. We visited nearby historical sites like the Virginia State Capitol and the Museum of History, adding to our experience of the city’s rich past. Before leaving, we gathered by the grand fireplace, reflecting on our trip. We agreed that this Christmas was special, filled with great food, history, and wonderful family memories. As we left the hotel, we felt grateful for the magic of the holiday season.”
Beautiful Hotel but needs to upgrade bathrooms
Nftab · Couples · 2025-12-29
8/10
“Beautiful hotel with spacious rooms. My husband loves a bath so we upgraded for a room with a large tub. The tub did not have hot water (valve was broken). The sinks did not have cold water and the shower only had very hot water. The maintenance man was lovely but could not fix until next day. We did not feel like changing rooms at 9 at night so stayed in the room. We did get some compensation for this but the woman at the desk when we checked out was not very nice. For the price the room should be perfect!”
Wonderful Afternoon Tea
kn4him · Family · 2025-12-20
10/10
“We have been going to the Holiday Tea at The Jefferson Hotel for over 5 years and this year stole the show. Sierra took great care of us, the hotel was beautifully decorated, and the food was delicious. We enjoyed the tea sandwiches, delicious scones (the chocolate peppermint was the best!), and so many delicious treats with the chocolate lovers experience. Thank you for making our holiday season so memorable and we look forward to seeing you all next year!”