The Commonwealth

3 stars
Sat 27/12
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Sun 28/12
1 room, 2 guests
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$378
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Overview

There are many historical places that tourists love to see. One of these places is Richmond, Virginia. Known for the Civil war history and the influence of Edgar Allan Poe, this city is rich in culture and urban legends too. When tourists are looking for a historic place to stay, the Commonwealth is a hotel that has been around in Richmond for 100 years. It is a luxury hotel that gives guests what they need. There are suites and studios available.

The rooms here are exceptional, and when guests check in, they will see their name tattooed on the front door, there are handcrafted furnishings in each room, bedding is by Simmons Beautyrest, and each room has a flat- screen television. Rooms also feature WiFi, clock radio with Bluetooth, mini-fridge, microwave, in-room safe, USB charging ports, coffee maker, and marble and granite baths. The rooms here are luxurious, and guests will fall in love with their appeal. There is on-site dining as well at Reuger’s.

With all of the history that is in Richmond, there is a lot to see. Hollywood Cemetery has the gravesites of many presidents and famous historians, St. John’s Church is where the famous “give me liberty or give me death” speech was made, and Elizabeth Poe is said to be buried here. The Edgar Allan Poe Museum is downtown, along with the American Civil War Museum, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, and Riverside Outfitters. Guests of this historic city will find a grand suspension bridge to tour as well.

8.2
Very good rating
Based on 725 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at The Commonwealth

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenette

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

General

  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Spa

  • Sauna

Reviews of The Commonwealth

8.2
Very good
725 verified ratings
Wonderful
415
Very good
125
Good
85
Okay
29
Fair
22
Mediocre
20
Poor
29

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the spacious rooms and great location of the hotel, making it convenient for exploring downtown. However, there were complaints about the service quality, with many mentioning unfriendly staff and issues with room cleanliness. Some guests also noted that the hotel felt outdated and had maintenance problems, such as broken ice machines and issues with the elevators.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2019
Pros (+) Service was excellent and staff was friendly!
Cons (-) Phone wasn’t working
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2017
Pros (+) Everything except there no being robes.
Cons (-) No robes.

Location

901 Bank Street, Richmond, VA 23219

What's nearby

  • Virginia State Capitol194 m
  • Hotel Richmond200 m
  • Library of Virginia318 m
  • Virginia Commonwealth University0.4 km
  • John Marshall House0.4 km
  • Downtown Richmond0.5 km
  • The Valentine0.5 km
  • Museum of the Confederacy0.6 km
  • VCU Health Medical Campus0.6 km
  • Tredegar Iron Works0.9 km
  • Edgar Allan Poe-Museum1.1 km
  • Dominion Resources1.6 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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FAQs when booking at The Commonwealth

  • Where is The Commonwealth located?

    The Commonwealth is located at 901 Bank Street in Downtown, 0.4 km from the centre of Richmond. Virginia State Capitol is the closest landmark to The Commonwealth.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Commonwealth?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Commonwealth.

  • Does The Commonwealth offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Commonwealth offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Commonwealth from the airport?

    The Commonwealth is 10.9 km from Richmond Byrd Intl. The Commonwealth is 94.8 km from Newport News Intl.

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8.2
0.4 km
Richmond Byrd Intl
10.9 km