⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Virginia Commonwealth University for 2026

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A grand lobby with marble columns, a central seating area, and a high ceiling with a skylight.

A spacious room with a long table and chairs, flanked by wine racks.

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.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a skylight.

1. The Jefferson Hotel

Monroe Ward, 0.7 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Barbara

S$466

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A well-lit living room with a large window, a chandelier, a purple sofa, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A room with a fireplace, two round tables, and four chairs.

A library with bookshelves, a leather sofa, a patterned rug, and a wooden chair.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden chair, a small table, and a view of the outside.

2. The Boulevard Inn

Fan District, 2.2 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

David Bruce

S$417

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A covered outdoor corridor with white columns and a brick wall in the background.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a dining area.

A building with a dome and illuminated trees in a garden setting.

A reception area with a marble counter, a large mirror, and a potted plant.

3. Linden Row Inn

Monroe Ward, 0.9 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Maurice

S$178

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and outdoor seating area.

A bar area with multiple wooden bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a well-stocked bar counter.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a TV, and decorative wall art.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown

2 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Alex J

S$266

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a tiled backsplash, and a view of the city.

The entrance to a hotel with a modern design, featuring a glass door, a staircase, and a sign indicating it is a Delta Hotels property.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a staircase.

5. Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown

Richmond City Center, 1.3 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Mary

S$225

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious atrium with a high glass ceiling, multiple levels, and a central open area with seating and tables.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Omni and Bank of America sign, surrounded by other buildings.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window offering a city view.

6. Omni Richmond Hotel

Central Office, 1.8 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Carlos

S$280

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and string lights.

A garden with a fountain, surrounded by pink flowering trees and various plants, leading to a building with a dome.

A lobby with a reception desk, bookshelves, and a staircase.

A multi-story building with large windows and arched entrances, likely a hotel or office building.

7. Quirk Hotel Richmond

Monroe Ward, 0.8 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

SCOTT

S$215

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Marriott hotel with a fountain, outdoor seating, and a Starbucks sign.

A restaurant with wooden beams, round tables, and chairs.

A Marriott hotel with a Starbucks sign, brick facade, and a paved entrance area.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

8. Richmond Marriott

Richmond City Center, 1.3 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Tias

S$292

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

The exterior of The Commonwealth hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a decorative marquee above the doors.

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a wall of framed photographs.

A spacious living room with a large window, a modern chandelier, and a variety of framed artwork on the walls.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

9. The Commonwealth

1.6 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Caleb

S$227

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern lounge area with leather seating, a central fire feature, and a bookshelf in the background.

A corner of a building with a brick facade and large windows.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, two patterned chairs, a leather stool, and a floor lamp.

10. Moxy Richmond Downtown

Richmond City Center, 1.3 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Kristina

S$213

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a bed.

A hallway with a grand chandelier, a wooden console table with a clock, and a mirrored wall reflecting an elevator.

A modern hotel hallway with dark wood paneling, a checkered carpet, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

11. The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

1.9 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Melinda

S$272

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard, large windows, and a brick facade.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a menu board.

A modern restaurant with a grey and black color scheme, marble tables, and white chairs.

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Richmond Downtown

2.1 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Alexia

S$306

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, blue sofa, and a small table. There is a window with a view of buildings, a flat-screen TV, and a lamp.

A breakfast buffet area with a bakery section and a display for breakfast items.

13. Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

Monroe Ward, 0.9 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Karen

S$178

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A reception area with a check-in counter labeled "Graduate Richmond," a tiled floor, and a ceiling with a grid pattern.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and tables, a bar, and a view of the city skyline.

An outdoor bar area with a city skyline view, a 'Graduate' sign, and outdoor seating.

A reception area with a checkered chair, a reception desk with a 'Graduate Richmond' sign, and framed pictures on the wall.

14. Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Monroe Ward, 0.5 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Marcelo

S$217

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A bar with a marble countertop, gold accents, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, wooden chairs, and a wine rack visible in the background.

A spacious courtyard with outdoor seating, string lights, and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a seating area with chairs.

15. Hilton Richmond Downtown

Richmond City Center, 1.3 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Alisha

S$230

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor terrace with white tables and chairs, a bar area, and a sunset view.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON".

A modern conference room with a large round table, comfortable seating, and a large flat-screen TV.

A reception area with two white reception desks, a dark brick wall with a grid pattern, and a door on the right.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Richmond - Downtown

Central Office, 1.5 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Brandon

S$229

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple tables and chairs, and a decorative wall with a patterned design.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, and a window with a tree painting.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown

Richmond City Center, 1.4 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Ingemar

S$181

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, a dark headboard, and a curtain.

A narrow hallway with a door on the right, a phone on the wall, and a door on the left.

A compact refrigerator with a digital display, a microwave on top, and a freezer compartment.

A motel with a 'Richmond' sign, a 'Vacancy' sign, and a 'No Trespassing' sign.

18. Richmond Motel

2.5 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Jake

S$136

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a round table, and a TV screen.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, a sofa, and a table with chairs.

A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a television mounted on the wall, and a variety of liquor bottles on shelves.

19. Springhill Suites By Marriott Richmond Airport

10.2 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Jeannette

S$210

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A single-story house with a red door, a brick foundation, and a well-maintained lawn.

A row of arcade machines with various games, including 'Cherry Bell' and 'Power Play'.

A room with a brown leather sofa, a small table, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

An outdoor patio with a swing chair, red umbrella, and outdoor furniture.

20. A house full of steel balls and games

7.2 km from Virginia Commonwealth University

Paul

S$141

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Virginia Commonwealth University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Jefferson Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
The Boulevard Inn	9.8 Exceptional 69 reviews	View
Linden Row Inn	9.2 Wonderful 1,470 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Virginia Commonwealth University Hotel Reviews

Hilton Richmond Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Good property and convenient location."

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the bed was extremely comfortable, front desk staff wear extremely helpful and cheerful! The parking was very nice to have on site in a downtown area."

The Jefferson Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff at this hotel is always outstanding. I stay here a few times a year and the friendliness and general warmth of everyone from the front desk staff to the valet is incomparable in the United States."

Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"There was no parking available. I had to pay for parking in the parking lot across the street."

Omni Richmond Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and staff was amazing"

Moxy Richmond Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the quirky decor and my room"

Other attractions near Virginia Commonwealth University

A historic theater with two towers and a large arched entrance.

Altria Theater

8.4/10 (553 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Altria Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

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A park with autumn leaves on the ground and trees with orange leaves.

Monument Avenue

8.8/10 (158 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Monument Avenue during your visit to Richmond. Discover the area's art scene and monuments.

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Thalhimer Tennis Center

Catch an event at Thalhimer Tennis Center during your trip to Richmond.

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Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

2.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Richmond when you take a trip to Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.

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VCU Institute for Contemporary Art

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at VCU Institute for Contemporary Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

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1708 Gallery

You can spend time studying the exhibits at 1708 Gallery during your trip to Richmond. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

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Beth Ahabah Museum and Archives

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Beth Ahabah Museum and Archives in Richmond. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

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Virginia Repertory Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Virginia Repertory Theatre on your trip to Richmond. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Virginia Commonwealth University?

Virginia Commonwealth University is located in a historic area of Richmond known for its stunning river views and cycling. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 103 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Virginia Commonwealth University?

Graduate by Hilton Richmond is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Virginia Commonwealth University. Other good choices close by include The Jefferson Hotel and Quirk Hotel Richmond.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Virginia Commonwealth University?

Expedia has 103 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Virginia Commonwealth University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Virginia Commonwealth University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Virginia Commonwealth University.

What can I see and do near Virginia Commonwealth University?

Study the collections at Science Museum of Virginia, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture. While you're exploring, swing by Canal Walk, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart and American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Altria Theater, The National and Virginia Repertory Theatre.

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Our top choices for Virginia Commonwealth University hotels

1. The Jefferson Hotel

2. The Boulevard Inn

3. Linden Row Inn

4. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown

5. Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown

6. Omni Richmond Hotel

7. Quirk Hotel Richmond

8. Richmond Marriott

9. The Commonwealth

10. Moxy Richmond Downtown

11. The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Richmond Downtown

13. Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

14. Graduate by Hilton Richmond

15. Hilton Richmond Downtown

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Richmond - Downtown

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown

18. Richmond Motel

19. Springhill Suites By Marriott Richmond Airport

20. A house full of steel balls and games

Compare popular hotels close to Virginia Commonwealth University

Top Virginia Commonwealth University Hotel Reviews

Hilton Richmond Downtown

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

The Jefferson Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown

Omni Richmond Hotel

The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

Moxy Richmond Downtown

Other attractions near Virginia Commonwealth University

Altria Theater

Monument Avenue

Thalhimer Tennis Center

Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

VCU Institute for Contemporary Art

1708 Gallery

Beth Ahabah Museum and Archives

Virginia Repertory Theatre

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