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The Commonwealth

901 Bank St, Richmond, VA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking
Lounge
Pet Friendly

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About this property

The Commonwealth is a 4-star independent hotel in Richmond, VA, positioned steps from Capitol Square in the heart of the city's central business district. The property comprises 59 guestrooms, with 47 suites, offering guests accommodation in a historic Colonial setting that emphasizes both comfort and convenience.

Each guestroom features a pillowtop bed dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets, a 50-inch flat-screen television with cable programming, and complimentary wired and wireless internet access. Rooms are equipped with microwaves and iPod docking stations for personal entertainment. Bathrooms include designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guests rate the comfort of accommodations at 4.6 out of 5.

Dining options include Rueger's restaurant, which serves hotel guests, along with a snack bar and deli for lighter fare. A full-service bar and lounge are available for beverages and evening entertainment.

Recreation and wellness amenities center on a 24-hour fitness facility. Additional conveniences include complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, a business center open 24 hours, banquet and meeting spaces, valet parking (surcharge applies), luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking, restrooms, fitness facilities, and meeting spaces. A vending machine is available for guest convenience.

The Commonwealth's location puts guests within a 10-minute walk of The National and 0.7 miles from the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Virginia Commonwealth University is 0.8 miles away. The property has earned an overall guest rating of 4.4 out of 5 across more than 1,200 reviews. Taxi service to the nearest airport costs approximately $45 each way, with Uber and Lyft also available.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and extends until 1:00 AM; standard check-out is at 12:00 PM. The Commonwealth is pet-friendly; guests should call ahead to discuss individual pet needs and any applicable details. The property features covered and secured parking, porter and bellhop service, and express check-out options for guest convenience.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at The Commonwealth, you'll be centrally located in Richmond, steps from Capitol Square and within a 10-minute walk of The National. This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Greater Richmond Convention Center and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Virginia Commonwealth University.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Central Business District - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Capitol Square - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Broad Street - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Richmond Old City Hall - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Virginia State Capitol - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Richmond City Hall - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Shockoe Slip - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Library of Virginia - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Virginia Governor's Mansion - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Richmond CenterStage - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
The National - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
John Marshall House - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Money Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
VCU Medical Center West Hospital - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi

The preferred airport for The Commonwealth is Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 13 km / 8 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 59 guestrooms featuring microwaves and iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 50-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

You can enjoy a meal at Rueger's serving the guests of The Commonwealth, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area. This Colonial hotel also features a banquet hall and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms.

Getting here

Taxi charges about $45.00 each way. Uber Lyft
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Valet parking only - standard parking fee is $25.00 per vehicle per day with unlimited in/out privileges.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 1
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • We are pet friendly- call for details as individual needs vary.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • 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

Know before you go

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).