The Commonwealth

4.0 star property
Colonial hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

Photo gallery for The Commonwealth

Classic hotel entrance with a prominent marquee and symmetrical facade.
Two single beds with white linens, a seating area, and a large window.
Relax in style with comfortable seating and ample space for socializing.
Experience the sophisticated lobby with a marble counter, comfortable seating area, and elegant artwork.
Enjoy meals and gatherings in this stylish dining area with a long table, framed photographs, and a chandelier.

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

Explore the area

Map
901 Bank St, Richmond, VA, 23219
  • Broad Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, Multiple Beds, View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Roomy)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Roomy)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roomy)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roomy)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Cozy)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Cozy)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(72 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds (Homey)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
HDTV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Homey)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
HDTV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
HDTV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comfy)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Comfy)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Richmond

The Commonwealth puts you in the heart of Richmond, within just a 10-minute stroll of Broad Street and The National. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Rueger's, serves southern cuisine. Meeting rooms, a 24-hour business centre, and conference space are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Richmond hotel include Greater Richmond Convention Center and Virginia Commonwealth University.

What's nearby

  • Broad Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The National - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Altria Theater - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 9 min walk
  • Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Capital Ale House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Tobacco Company Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Spice of India - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sefton Coffee Company - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Commonwealth

Colonial hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour business centre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly The Commonwealth. For a fee, parking is available.

This Colonial Richmond hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1912
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Commonwealth offers 59 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Richmond hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 37 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Rueger's

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1912
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 37.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Commonwealth Park Suites
Commonwealth Park Suites Hotel
Commonwealth Park Suites Hotel Richmond
Commonwealth Park Suites Richmond
Commonwealth Park Hotel Richmond
Commonwealth Park Richmond
Commonwealth Hotel Richmond
Commonwealth Richmond
The Commonwealth Hotel
The Commonwealth Richmond
The Commonwealth Hotel Richmond

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Commonwealth?

The Commonwealth offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Commonwealth?

As of 26 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Commonwealth on 6 Aug 2025 start from AU$256.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Commonwealth?

Yep, The Commonwealth has secured covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 37.00 per night.

What makes The Commonwealth a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Commonwealth.

Does The Commonwealth serve breakfast?

Sure does, brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Commonwealth?

No, The Commonwealth does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Commonwealth?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves southern cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Commonwealth?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Commonwealth?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Commonwealth, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

The Commonwealth Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 835 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1272 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and general property are tired and run-down. not worth the cost
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Close to the capital. No coffee in the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mai-Loan

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room is spacious and bed is very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff is very friendly and very accommodating, room cleanliness was excellent. As you expect from an older building some parts are worn and a small elevator. The room I was in had windows that only let in light but had no view. For those there for work, excellent WiFi! I would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not a fan of this hotel - paint chipping all over the room, shower water wouldn’t turn off fully & the shower handle fell off. Rooms are horribly decorated & it didn’t feel very clean. No coffee mugs in the room either but coffee pods.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Williamsburg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room upgrade. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Day A

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Pamela

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Bait and switch

This was my first time staying in Richmond. I reviewed the hotel and the images before I booked it. It looked lovely. Clean, spacious and bright. I was expecting a clean room with Natural Light. But, that is not what walked into. The suite was large a kitchen, separate living area and a good size bedroom (with only one small window in the entire space) I felt like I was in a cave. The curtain in the bedroom was dirty. Carpets looked like they had seen better days. I was very disappointed. There seemed to be an issue with the shower drain as well.it didn’t drain properly .I went to the desk and asked for another room the next morning and was told nothing was available. The hotel appeared to be understaffed and the staff were kind, but appeared to be stressed. It’s unfortunate since I will definitely be traveling back to Richmond in the future to visit my family. I cannot refer or recommend this hotel as it was disappointing to me.
The dirty curtain
The only window in the whole space. Not much of a view either.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice historical hotel

We stayed two nights at the « Commonwealth » and appreciated our stay. Be aware that some rooms have a window with no view (the window faces the wall) and this is not clearly stated on the reservation. We had to upgrade to another room as we cannot stand not seeing the outside. Otherwise, rooms are nice and big, there is a need of better communication from the front desk personnel so that we feel welcome (a smile is free of charge)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin, berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Tom

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property itself and the neighborhood was nice. However, the staffs at front are basically chasing away the customers. My family and I stayed here for two nights. Bathtub and toilet was running water and we couldnt shut it completely. Making it irritating to sleep at night. First night, my wife called the front desk and asked for a shower cap and a box of tissue since there was no facial tissue in our room. We were told they dont have tissues and use toilet paper instead. And instead of bringing us a shower cap, we were told to come down and get it our selves. What kind of hotel does this? On our second night, we asked for a box of tissue again. Guess what, they still dont have it. I've also witnessed a front desk employee getting in to a confrontational argument with another customer who was trying to check in. I can tell there was an issue with whatever his situation was but the staff did not need to get confrontational. I would not be using this hotel again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Dorian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

orika

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Holmdel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holland

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025