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4.7 out of 5

"The valet, Joshua, was extremely helpful! The other staff were very friendly and accommodating. Great experience. " More

By a verified traveler on Tue 04 Jul 2023

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Hotel Description

Colonial hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University

Heart of Richmond

A stay at this Downtown Richmond hotel places you steps from Virginia State Capitol and within a 5-minute walk of Central Business District. Capitol Square and Broad Street are also within half a mile (1 km).

Business services

This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. A snack bar/deli, express check-out, and a computer station are also on offer.

Studio, 1 King Bed (Cozy)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
$171* Per night/room Apr 7 - Apr 8

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Roomy)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Comfy)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Suite, Multiple Beds (Roomy)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette (Homey)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette (Homey)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

The Commonwealth ratings based on 16 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Commonwealth

Everyone (9) Couples (2) Family (6)
4 out of 5
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Posted by , from RALEIGH on Aug 5, 2023

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5 out of 5
The valet, Joshua, was extremely helpful! The other staff were very friendly and accommodating. Great experience.

Posted by on Jul 4, 2023

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5 out of 5
The valet was extraordinarily courteous and helpful. Great employee.

Posted by on Jul 3, 2023

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5 out of 5
What a delightful boutique hotel! It was charming and elegant, but had a nice "home-like" feel as well. The Capital Square grounds were a great morning walk spot, and we loved the Urban Market for morning coffee. Great service and staff. For us the only downside was that there wasn't a good non-valet option for parking. Otherwise, it was perfect. A great spacious suite and everything was comfy.

Posted by on May 16, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 4, 2023 by Tiffany

Thank you, Genie, for taking the time to rate and review The Commonwealth. We appreciate all of your kind words and positive feedback. We agree that parking can be challenging - it typically always is in a downtown setting. We hope you will choose to stay with us again when your travels bring you back to downtown RVA - our staff will look forward to it. Thank you for being our guest.

5 out of 5
fantastic property, great staff

Posted by , from HARVARD on Jan 3, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 5, 2023 by Tiffany

Thank you, Michael, for taking the time to rate The Commonwealth. We appreciate your positive rating. We hope you will choose to stay with us again. Thank you for being our guest!

1 out of 5
Pros: good location; excellent staff who were very friendly and accommodating; updated furnishings. Cons: Old hotel with poor heating and ventilation. Rooms dark and dingy. Elevator and hallways very tiny and narrow. Restaurant was out of everything. Not sure why this hotel comes up as a top Richmond hotel other than for great staff.

Posted by , from LAYTONSVILLE on Dec 21, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 29, 2022 by Tiffany

Thank you, Melanie, for taking the time to rate and review our hotel. We are sorry to hear that you were not happy during your stay with us. We appreciate all of your candid feedback as it only helps us to improve upon our product and service. Thank you for being our guest.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 18, 2022

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5 out of 5
Clean and comfortable room! Staff were friendly and quick at checkin and checkout!

Posted by on Aug 5, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 8, 2022 by Tiffany

Thank you, Kristin, for taking the time out of your day to rate and review The Commonwealth. We appreciate such positive feedback and hope you will choose to stay with us again soon - our staff will look forward to it. Thank you for being our guest!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 15, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from Pittsburgh on Jun 27, 2022

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly The Commonwealth. For a fee, parking is available. This Colonial Richmond hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1912
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Richmond Main Street Station (0.7 km / 0.5 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

The Commonwealth offers 59 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Richmond hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Sitting area
  • Pillowtop beds
  • IPod dock
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

Rueger's - This restaurant specializes in southern cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 1 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Number of children who can stay free - 3

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 33.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Commonwealth Park Suites
  • Commonwealth Park Suites Hotel
  • Commonwealth Park Suites Hotel Richmond
  • Commonwealth Park Suites Richmond
  • Commonwealth Park Hotel Richmond
  • Commonwealth Park Richmond
  • Commonwealth Hotel Richmond
  • Commonwealth Richmond
  • The Commonwealth Hotel
  • The Commonwealth Richmond
  • The Commonwealth Hotel Richmond

You should know

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Awards & Affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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