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The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Stonewall Jackson House

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Property amenity
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Lunch, dinner, brunch served; American cuisine, alfresco dining
The Gin Hotel in central Lexington offers to-go breakfast for travelers. Dine al fresco at the Juniper Lounge's scenic terrace. Maintain your workout in the gym or enjoy a round of golf on-site. Helpful staff enhance your stay with local knowledge.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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Very good
(25 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
30 South Main Street, Lexington, VA, 24450

What's nearby

  • Washington and Lee University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Stonewall Jackson House - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Virginia Military Institute - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • VMI Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Virginia Horse Center - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Brew Ridge Taps - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Macado's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel near Washington and Lee University
Located close to Stonewall Jackson House and Lee Chapel and Museum, The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel provides free to-go breakfast, golfing on site, and a terrace. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Juniper Lounge, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • A banquet hall, an elevator, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 36-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Juniper Lounge

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1926
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

Property is also known as

Robert E Lee Hotel Lexington
Robert E Lee Hotel
Robert E Lee Lexington
Robert E Lee Hotel
The Gin Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
The Gin Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Lexington
The Gin Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Lexington

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Lexington, this hotel is steps from Stonewall Jackson House and Washington and Lee University. Lee Chapel and Museum and Virginia Military Institute are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Gin Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1014 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and staff. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with great dining.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome historic property! Very comfortable and tasteful art-deco vibe with chic and contemporary conveniences. A must stay location if you’re visiting the Lexington, VA area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, comfortable room, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Preston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a historic area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was sufficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic hotel in the center of Lexington with character. Rooms were clean and bed comfortable. Room was definitely lacking electrical receptacles and no mini fridge but otherwise quite nice. Lots of dining options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great , friendly, accommodating staff. Beautiful old building
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming 1920's hotel in very small town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

edmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely old building with a nice resturant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a wonderful location will lots to do around. Staff was helpful, every thing went smoothly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love Lexington

Beautiful historic city. Really enjoyed our stay. Great location. Easy walk to every thing downtown with many restaurants nearby. Recommend the carriage rides. Hotel was fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the updated room and especially the large walk in shower. The room was very clean. I had a wonderful dinner at the Juniper restaurant in the hotel. My meal was excellent. All the staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Really enjoyed my stay there!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The bed was comfortable. The rugs are old and worn. There are many shelves that have not been cleaned in a long time. There was dust hanging off the top of the moulding above the bathroom door. I found nuts on the floor. The shower was good. The room badly needs a paint job. Person at the desk was pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel. The only downsides (if you can even call them that) is a small tv in the room and lacking in the working power outlet department but we loved our stay and would stay again!
Beautiful view from our room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tobi

Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Downtown Lexington, Va

Great old , restored building; absolutely stunning! Great restaurant, very comfy bed, & excellent location. 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were several marks on the wall and the bathroom had lots of hair from the previous guests. I luckily brought cleaning products to clean the room myself. We only stayed 2 of the 3 nights due to the noise from elevator and other guests seemed like they were in the room with us. The staff was nice however we would not return due to the noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is quaint The room is clean and has a nice shower The restaurant is excellent. Love sitting outside out looking the cute town
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Gin Hotel is a beautifully refurbished "Grand" Hotel in a small Virginia town. Located on Main Street in downtown Lexington, it is two blocks from Washington and Lee University and five blocks from the Virginia Military Institute. Lexington's Main Street has been reinventing itself each year over the fifty-five years since I graduated from W&L and it is now populated with unique shops, craft stores and restaurants. The hotel is quiet, clean and well maintained. Unlike when I was in Lexington in the late 1960s, the town is ringed with the usual collection of mid-level hotel chains. These are all fine hotels but ones like these can be found in virtually every town in the US. Staying in historic downtown Lexington (for the same price) is so much more fun!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a well maintained old hotel. The staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room; breakfast was subpar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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