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The Commonwealth

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

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Located in Downtown Richmond, The Commonwealth offers the perfect blend of style and substance. Enjoy a workout at the 24-hour gym, savor southern cuisine at Rueger's restaurant, or relax with a drink from the bar. Guests appreciate convenient perks like dry cleaning/laundry services and free in-room WiFi. Explore nearby attractions like The National and Greater Richmond Convention Center easily from this central location praised by guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Room options

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50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, Multiple Beds, View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, Multiple Beds, View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

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
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Interior

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Roomy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Interior

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
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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View from room

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roomy) | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roomy)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Interior

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Roomy)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Interior

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
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Cozy) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Cozy)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Suite, Multiple Beds (Homey)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Homey)

Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 1 King Bed (Homey)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comfy)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Comfy)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Comfy)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
901 Bank St, Richmond, VA, 23219

What's nearby

  • Broad Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The National - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Altria Theater - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Capital Ale House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Tobacco Company Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sefton Coffee Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪521 Biscuits & Waffles - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Commonwealth

Hotel near Broad Street
Located close to The National and Greater Richmond Convention Center, The Commonwealth provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Rueger's, features southern cuisine. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out, and a computer station
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and ATM/banking services
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 59 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 50-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1912
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
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

Is The Commonwealth pet-friendly?

Yes, The Commonwealth allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 100.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Commonwealth?

Valet parking is available for USD 37.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Commonwealth?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

What time is check-out at The Commonwealth?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Commonwealth located?

Located in Downtown Richmond, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Broad Street and The National. Greater Richmond Convention Center and Virginia Commonwealth University are also within 15 minutes. Richmond Main Street Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Commonwealth Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 843 out of 1281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1281 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chappel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Took in a concert at the Allianz Our stay was so fun!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Medha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Great room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was roomy and clean and all of the staff we met were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yanire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was great and staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay. Extremely helpful staff. Car valets were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central locationing is great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Allianz
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute hotel, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful suite! Received an upgrade based on Expedia status. Great location if you plan on going to the Capitol!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t say enough great things about the facilities and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Meridith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The studio was a nice size and the view of the park was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. Thr
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is historic and beautiful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Are room was really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frankie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wish the restaurant opened at 3 when you are checking in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Valet parking is worth the cost and Eric was fantastic (valet). Would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful. The dead bolt didn't work on our room, one light in the bathroom flickered so we removed it for safety, and unfortunately we weren't able to use the dining area one of the nights we stayed. Otherwise, we really enjoyed our stay. We would stay there again if we needed to in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent! Room was spacious, clean and very comfortable - thank you to all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what I needed!! I will be back!!👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daulton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional. Really made the experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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