The Jefferson Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Richmond, United States, hosting 350 at dinner and 400 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$38,000 (our estimate).
The Jefferson Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel is a historic property in urban Richmond, with declared wedding services and event spaces that include a ballroom, a banquet hall and conference space.
About The Jefferson Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel is a historic property in urban Richmond, with declared wedding services and event spaces that include a ballroom, a banquet hall and conference space.
Catering is handled in house, and on-site parking is available for guests.
Accommodation covers four room types, from the Premier Room with 1 King Bed to the Grand Premier Queen, which sleeps up to 4, plus an accessible (ADA) Grand Premier Room with 1 King Bed.
The nearest airport is Richmond (RIC), which we estimate is around 15 minutes away by road, and we would describe the overall style as formal.
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My family and I stayed at The Jefferson Hotel while traveling to North Carolina, and it was a wonderful experience overall. This was actually our second stay during the trip. On our first visit, everything was exceptional.
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 350 guests
- Standing reception
- 400 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 181 rooms
- Room types
- 4 listed
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$38,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$175 to US$300 per headAisle estimate
House rules
- Planner required
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- Children
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- RIC, 15 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Step-free access
- Yes
- Guest transport
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Conference space, ballroom and banquet hall
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Space for dancing
- Yes
- Setting
- Urban, historic, formal
The place
- Swimming pool
- Yes
- Historic building
- Yes
Services
- Coordinator on the day
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Dietary options
- Gluten free, nut free and vegan
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Historic hotel in an urban Richmond setting
- Ballroom, banquet hall and conference space for events
- In-house catering provided by the hotel
- Four room types, including a Grand Premier Queen for up to 4 guests
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- RIC · about 15 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into RIC.
- Direct line
- (804) 788-8000
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
What event spaces are available for a wedding here?+
The Jefferson Hotel has a ballroom, a banquet hall and conference space.
Do we need to bring in an outside caterer?+
No. Catering is provided in house by the hotel.
Which airport should our guests fly into?+
The nearest airport is Richmond International (RIC). We estimate the transfer takes around 15 minutes.
Can the hotel accommodate more than two people in a room?+
Yes. The Grand Premier Queen has a maximum occupancy of 4 guests, while the Premier Room and Grand Premier Rooms with 1 King Bed each hold 2.
Is there parking and an accessible room option?+
Yes. Parking is available on site, and there is a Grand Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (ADA) for up to 2 guests.
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Sources and booking notes
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Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 350 guests
“The Grand Ballroom is available for larger wedding receptions, accommodating up to 400 guests for a standing reception or 350 for a seated dinner and dancing.”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 400 guests
“The Grand Ballroom is available for larger wedding receptions, accommodating up to 400 guests for a standing reception or 350 for a seated dinner and dancing.”
Read the source for standing receptionRooms: 181 rooms
“Each of The Jefferson’s 181 guestrooms and suites is reminiscent of a luxury downtown apartment right down to the doorbell.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 4 listed
“Grand Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (ADA)”
Read the source for room typesIn-house catering: Yes
“A team of wedding and event experts will carefully and thoughtfully assist you with the smallest details so that not one of your dreams or wishes is overlooked, in careful coordination with our in-house service providers and any other wedding vendors that you have chosen.”
Read the source for in-house cateringDietary options: Gluten free, nut free and vegan
“All composed plates listed below are gluten free, nut free & vegan”
Read the source for dietary optionsBar on site: Yes
“The Jefferson Hotel features several dining experiences, including Lemaire restaurant, TJ’s Bar and Lounge, Champagne Sunday Brunch, and traditional Afternoon Tea.”
Read the source for bar on sitePlanner required: No
“They are pleased to work in conjunction with your wedding planner or to handle all the on-site coordination should you choose to plan on your own.”
Read the source for planner requiredPets: Yes
“The Jefferson Hotel warmly welcomes canine companions.”
Read the source for petsChildren: Yes
“Families are warmly welcomed, with spacious accommodations and convenient access to Richmond’s cultural and historical attractions.”
Read the source for childrenParking: Yes
“Package also includes complimentary self-parking.”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“The hotel offers thoughtfully designed accessible accommodations and facilities.”
Read the source for step-free accessGuest transport: Yes
“While the hotel does not provide a dedicated shuttle, our concierge team is pleased to arrange private transportation or car service.”
Read the source for guest transportEvent spaces: Conference space, ballroom and banquet hall
“Conference space”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“The sparkling chandeliers and soaring ceilings of the Grand Ballroom provide a memorable setting.”
Read the source for reception indoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“Tall windows line the walls, and a dance floor and stage are the focal points of the space, setting the backdrop for an unforgettable celebration.”
Read the source for space for dancingSetting: Urban, historic, formal
“For over a century, The Jefferson Hotel has been creating memorable travel, dining, and special event experiences in the heart of downtown Richmond.”
Read the source for settingSwimming pool: Yes
“The indoor swimming pool is located on the first floor of guest rooms (Level 1) and can be reached from any guest room floor using Elevators 1 and 2.”
Read the source for swimming poolHistoric building: Yes
“When The Jefferson Hotel was elected in 1969 to the National Register of Historical Places, it was considered to be among the finest examples of Beaux Arts style in existence.”
Read the source for historic buildingCoordinator on the day: Yes
“An experienced catering manager will assist you from your initial tour of our beautiful facilities until you bid your guests a fond farewell.”
Read the source for coordinator on the day