Virginia Guesthouse Hotel & Conference Center debuted April 6 on the University of Virginia campus in Charlottesville, a two-hour drive from Washington, D.C. and one hour from Richmond. The nine-story conference center offers views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Owned by the University of Virginia, which was founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1825, the 214-room hotel is directly connected to the school’s heritage.
“Virginia Guesthouse was imagined as a gathering space to foster community and support all aspects of the university,” said Gregg Hilker, general manager of the facility, in a press release. “We’re thrilled to open our doors and welcome our neighbors and UVA family for the first time, and we look forward to becoming a meaningful part of daily life in Charlottesville.”
The property boasts 25,000 square feet of flexible, indoor/outdoor meeting space. The largest space is the 9,800-square-foot Grand Ballroom that can accommodate up to 980 guests.
In total, the property features 35 modern meeting spaces. Additional areas include a third-floor terrace, an event suite on the top floor, prefunction space and an executive boardroom.
Other amenities include state-of-the-art technology, full-service catering, a fitness center and a parking garage.
Virginia Guesthouse offers three different dining options:
- The Perch is an elevated concept with an open-air rooftop, soft seating and fire pits. The Perch acts as a private event space for entertaining, teambuilding or networking. Its menu features hand-crafted, signature cocktails and small plates.
- Poplar is a modern dining option that also acts as a private event space with an outdoor terrace. The menu features global flavors, craft beers and classic cocktails.
- Counter Café is a convenient, casual option for groups to stop for coffee, pastries or snacks. The café is the perfect stop for fuel in-between sessions.
