Historic Richmond, Virginia, offers much for residents and visitors alike. Visiting the Dooley Mansion and Japanese Gardens at Maymond Nature Center or feeding a giraffe at the Metro Richmond Zoo will make memories that could last a lifetime. Richmond has N.A.S.C.A.R. and the Children's Museum of Richmond. The Byrd Theatre is a must see and is open year round. Hotels in Richmond offer indulgent amenities -- many offer in-room Jacuzzi services for your enjoyment.
Guests of the Embassy Suites Richmond enjoy all of the amenities of home. Executive rooms are available that feature boardroom tables and spacious living areas. Some suites are equipped with jetted tubs/hydro spas and some are available with Whirlpool baths. This facility, with balconies for guest enjoyment, is near many activities in the area, including the King's Dominion Amusement Park, which is only a 20-minute drive away. The James River Park is also nearby, which offers a plethora of activities, such as rock climbing, canoeing, tubing, biking, kayaking, fishing and more. Special rafting trips for blind or handicapped challenged individuals are available upon request at the James River Park. Other area attractions for guests at the Embassy are the Red Door Spa, Richmond Colisium and Famous Dave's Restaurant.
Embassy Suites Richmond
2925 Emerywood Pkwy.
Richmond, VA 23294
804-672-8585
embassysuites1.hilton.com
The Holiday Inn Express is near the American Civil War Center and Battlefield Park. For museum connoisseurs, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is nearby and the Children's Museum of Richmond. The Virginia Holocaust Museum, with its historical accuracy, is an attraction highly suggested for those visiting Richmond. Visitors to the museum can enjoy a unique self-guided tour. Business travelers enjoy the convenient location in downtown Richmond, near Wachovia Securities. The hotel offers all of the amenities guests need for a comfortable stay and rooms can be upgraded to suites to enjoy the Jacuzzi bath. Penny Lane Pub and The Hard Shell restaurants are two of many dining facilities nearby.
Holiday Inn Express
201 E. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23219
804-788-1600
hiexpress.com
The grand staircase that was used in the filming of the romantic movie classic, "Gone with the Wind" will greet you when you enter the Jefferson Hotel. The Jefferson has a reputation in Richmond for serving a Sunday brunch you won't want to miss and for treating guests like royalty. The hotel offers everything you would expect from a premium hotel, plus extra indulgences, such as babysitting services, floral and gift deliveries and massage appointments. The Jefferson can boast having served famous guests who have enjoyed the hotel's accommodations, including Richard Gere, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Charles Bronson, Henry Ford, 11 United States presidents and more. The hotel is near the Virginia Commonwealth University and is convenient to several shopping and dining choices. The historic Farmer's Market is near the Jefferson Hotel where local fruits, produce and special events can be found. Whirlpool and Jacuzzi jetted tubs with executive suite upgrades are available at the Jefferson Hotel.
The Jefferson Hotel
101 W. Franklin St.
Richmond, Virginia, US 23220
800-424-8014
jeffersonhotel.com
