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Since 1895, The Jefferson Hotel has served as Richmond’s premier venue for flawless meetings,conventions, charity and social events. Known for its genuinely friendly service, luxurious guestrooms, breathtaking architecture and elegant décor, The Jefferson Hotel provides a uniquely Virginia meeting experience. The Jefferson Hotel has 181 guest rooms, including fifteen suites, all with unusually high ceilings, tall windows and custom-designed furnishings. Thoughtfully and tastefully decorated with antique reproductions, refined art work, and custom-woven carpets, the look is richly residential. For the comfort of our guests, each room or suite offers: * plush bathrobe * evening turndown service * mini refrigerator with mini bar items for purchase * safe * marbled bath * hairdryer * lighted make-up/shaving mirror * Molton Brown bath amenities * premium high definition cable television on flat screens with on-command movies * iron and ironing board * multiple dual-line telephones with voice mail capabilities *work desk with extra outlets *Nepresso coffee machines Guests of The Jefferson enjoy a variety of amenities and services including: * Lemaire Restaurant (award winning with lounge and bar service, outdoor dining and private dining) * TJ's Restaurant & Lounge for casual dining and lounge service * 24-hour room service * gift shop and salon * full-service business center A package of complimentary services, including wireless high-speed internet access in each guest room and in all public areas, local telephone calls, car service to destinations within the downtown area, morning coffee service in the lobby and fitness facility and indoor pool usage, are provided to each guest. Centrally located in the heart of downtown Richmond, Virginia, The Jefferson Hotel is just blocks from the state capital, historic Shockoe Slip, Carytown, the Richmond Convention Center and the financial district. All of Richmond's most popular shopping, entertainment venues, museums and restaurants can be reached using the hotel's complimentary transportation. The hotel is just 9 miles from Richmond International Airport and blocks from Amtrak’s Main Street Station and Interstate I-95. Those who meet at The Jefferson today enjoy the timeless elegance of over 26,000 square feet of unique meeting space, combined with modern communications technology and complemented by unsurpassed conference services. The Jefferson offers an experience that cannot be duplicated. Each detail of a meeting or special event is executed with a warm and genuine regard for the ultimate pleasure of the guest and the planner. Eighteen different meeting rooms are available, including two ballrooms, two Executive Boardrooms, a series of break-out rooms and a unique self-contained conference center. A variety of on-site services are available to execute any function with perfection. The full service business center, high-speed wireless internet access and audio visual rentals from Encore (an in-house provider) allow for flawless presentations. As a Virginia Green Lodging certified facility, Convention Services can also assist with initiatives to make any event environmentally friendly. Using the freshest local ingredients available, The Jefferson is known for providing exceptional food and beverage experiences. The culinary team provides a wide-range of predetermined menu items that have been requested and enjoyed by guests in the past, as well as, a unique offering of innovative themed and Virginia inspired menus. Menus may also be customized, with a personal consultation and tasting with the Executive Chef, to meet the specific needs of any group.
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Amenities
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
- Health club
- Indoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Airport shuttle
- Taxi
- Train
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Staging area
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Max capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Grand Ballroom | 4,556 sq. ft. 67 x 68 sq. ft. | 30 ft. | 600 | 50 | 450 | 600 | 450 | 250 | - |
Grand Ballroom Stage | 325 sq. ft. 25 x 13 sq. ft. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
James River Conference Center | 2,472 sq. ft. - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Ginter Gallery | 1,388 sq. ft. 61 x 26 sq. ft. | 20 ft. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Empire Room | 4,050 sq. ft. 90 x 45 sq. ft. | 19 ft. | 500 | 45 | 280 | 500 | 250 | 150 | - |
Flemish Room | 1,320 sq. ft. 30 x 44 sq. ft. | 19 ft. | 125 | 30 | 80 | 125 | 100 | 50 | - |
Rotunda Lobby | 2,944 sq. ft. - | - | 450 | - | - | 450 | - | - | - |
Monticello Room | 384 sq. ft. 24 x 16 sq. ft. | 9 ft. | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | 10 |
Washington Room | 336 sq. ft. 21 x 16 sq. ft. | 9 ft. | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | 10 |
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Please call The Jefferson Hotel Sales Department at 888-943-8800 for more information about our group cancellation policy.
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Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
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