Carrere & Hastings, architects of the New York Public Library and the Frick Museum, designed this building. A column-encircled rotunda, and a fine-art collection, which includes portraits of the seven U.S. presidents born in Virginia, add to the grandeur of this classic hotel. The marble grand staircase was the model for the one in the film "Gone With the Wind." The guest books have included nine U.S. Presidents and scores of celebrities, including Elvis Presley and Charlie Chaplin. The downtown location is convenient to restaurants, entertainment and attractions.
• Hotel Services: laundry service, restaurant, 24-hour room service, television, parking, safe deposit, bar, hairdresser, internet access, swimming pool, disabled access, business facilities, childcare facilities, air conditioning, pets allowed, non-smoking rooms, fitness club
• Special Features: Guests are offered free transportation around downtown Richmond.
• Conferences: More than 20 meeting rooms including a large conference center, a grand ballroom, boardrooms and small conference.