The Best Hotels Closest to Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond - 2026 Updated Prices

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

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

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

A living room with a purple sofa, a wooden cabinet, a chandelier, and a large mirror.

1. Linden Row Inn

Monroe Ward, 0.6 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Maurice

£88

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A rooftop patio with wicker furniture and glass doors overlooking a pool and cityscape.

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

2. Omni Richmond Hotel

Central Office, 1.1 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Tracey

£166

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

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

3. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown

1.3 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Kristen

£157

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a stylish lamp.

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

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

4. Richmond Marriott

Richmond City Center, 0.8 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Susan

£163

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

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.

5. The Commonwealth

1 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Christopher

£134

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

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.

6. Moxy Richmond Downtown

Richmond City Center, 0.8 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Kristina

£126

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious interior with multiple seating areas, a staircase, and a central column with a hanging light fixture.

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

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and string lights.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, a bowl of fruit, and three stools.

7. Quirk Hotel Richmond

Monroe Ward, 0.5 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

SCOTT

£137

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Richmond Downtown

1.3 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Alexia

£169

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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 coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers, a sign stating 'MUST HAVE COFFEE,' and a maximum occupancy sign of 50.

A fitness center with treadmills, exercise bikes, and a mirrored wall.

9. Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

Monroe Ward, 0.6 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Karen

£96

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, seating area, and a view of the outside.

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

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

10. Hilton Richmond Downtown

Richmond City Center, 0.8 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Jeffrey

£136

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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 gym with treadmills, weight machines, and exercise equipment.

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Richmond - Downtown

Central Office, 0.9 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Brandon

£150

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

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

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown

Richmond City Center, 0.9 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Marianna

£107

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

A motel with a 'Richmond' sign, an 'Office' sign, and a 'Vacancy' sign.

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

13. Richmond Motel

1.6 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Jake

£81

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 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.

14. Springhill Suites By Marriott Richmond Airport

6.3 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Jeannette

£124

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

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

15. A house full of steel balls and games

4.5 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Paul

£76

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern lounge area with a brown leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall-mounted painting, and a refrigerator with beverages.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a built-in refrigerator, and a glass-tiled backsplash.

16. Residence Inn Richmond Midtown/Glenside

5.7 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Hazel

£149

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by tiled walls and large windows.

A modern hotel dining area with round tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with coffee machines, and a large TV screen.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas, armchairs, and ottomans. There are several tables and a central coffee table. The room has large windows allowing natural light, and a ceiling-mounted chandelier.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, a fireplace, and large windows providing natural light.

17. Residence Inn By Marriott Richmond Airport

7.1 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Dustin

£157

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a stone accent wall, and a large glass door leading outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a laptop, a desk lamp, a phone, and a window with curtains.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved entrance canopy and a parking lot.

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and pendant lighting.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Richmond Airport

6.3 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Kevin

£94

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A rectangular outdoor pool with a blue edge, surrounded by a brick building, trees, and outdoor seating.

A gym with a variety of exercise equipment, including a weight rack, kettlebells, and a stationary bike.

A Hampton Inn & Suites building with a clear entrance, a sign indicating a 15' clearance, and a brick facade.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond/Glenside

5.7 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Shannon

£100

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lobby with red chairs, a gold bowl of decorative items, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a black office chair, a standing lamp, and a patterned wall.

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

A modern bar area with a variety of seating options including bar stools and round tables, a television mounted on the wall, and a large window providing a view of the night sky.

20. Sheraton Richmond Airport Hotel

6.6 mi from Virginia Commonwealth University

Maya

£133

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Virginia Commonwealth University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Linden Row Inn	9.2 Wonderful 1,467 reviews	View
Omni Richmond Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,563 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Richmond Marriott	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
The Commonwealth	8.8 Excellent 1,405 reviews	View

Top Virginia Commonwealth University Hotel Reviews

Linden Row Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The parlor rooms are beautiful, with high ceilings and tons of room."

The Jefferson Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were gracious and helpful. Hotel is Stunningly beautiful from another era. Gym in use but not crowded. Food was simply the most delicious ever."

The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel. Very convenient!"

Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown

8/10 Good

"Within walking distance of concert"

Hilton Richmond Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent front desk. Helped my wife with a last minute wardrobe malfunction. Room was fabulous. Bathroom was excellent."

The Commonwealth

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place with helpful, friendly staff. I will come back."

Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect 😊"

Cozy studio apartment in tranquil Richmond with AC and gym access

10/10 Excellent

"Good for a simple overnight"

Large City Center House - 7 BEDS/2 BA w/ parking

10/10 Excellent

"Great house with plenty of space for a large group. Check in was easy and the location was central to downtown and easy to walk around from."

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 Linden Row Inn.

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 Elk's Lodge 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. Linden Row Inn

2. Omni Richmond Hotel

3. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown

4. Richmond Marriott

5. The Commonwealth

6. Moxy Richmond Downtown

7. Quirk Hotel Richmond

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Richmond Downtown

9. Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

10. Hilton Richmond Downtown

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Richmond - Downtown

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown

13. Richmond Motel

14. Springhill Suites By Marriott Richmond Airport

15. A house full of steel balls and games

16. Residence Inn Richmond Midtown/Glenside

17. Residence Inn By Marriott Richmond Airport

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Richmond Airport

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond/Glenside

20. Sheraton Richmond Airport Hotel

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Top Virginia Commonwealth University Hotel Reviews

Linden Row Inn

The Jefferson Hotel

The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown

Hilton Richmond Downtown

The Commonwealth

Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown

Cozy studio apartment in tranquil Richmond with AC and gym access

Large City Center House - 7 BEDS/2 BA w/ parking

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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