This gorgeous hotel has some of the best front desk and bar staff. We booked a wedding block at different properties in the city and most of the guests stayed at the Draftsman and spoke very highly about the staff.I also personally along with some of the other guests that stayed at the other hotels had the pleasure meeting with David, Nick, Jon (bar staff) and Alexander at the front desk. They were all extremely friendly and provided amazing customer service.Also, Johanna the Director of Sales was so amazing and extremely professional and helpful while booking some of the guests at the Draftsman. She was extremely easy to work with and was helpful at all times.

Our stay here was amazing. We stayed in March and it was such a wonderful experience. The service was top notch and the rooms were lovely. Id especially like to take a moment to thank Cynthia at the front desk for always going above and beyond. From suggestions on where to eat, to customer service, she exceeded all expectations. The valet was fabulous and always friendly and on top of things. If youre thinking about staying here, look no further... this is it !! Thank you for a lovely stay and being apart of a beautiful memory.

This is a DECENT place to stay. The best thing I can say about it is that it was quiet. However, my room (king) was SMALL. I tried to use an upgrade certificate but was told none were available due to several weddings. This reservation cost a lot of points and definitely was not worth it (the pictures are deceiving). I so wish Id stayed at another Marriott brand/property.

Went for brunch two weeks ago and ordered crusted french toast with berry sauce. When it arrived it was literally white bread with a quick custard soak cooked on a flat top. No crust and no sauce. When asked the server said they were out. Service was also very slow, even though the restaurant was less than half full.Astonishingly overpriced for french toast you could get at a dining hall breakfast buffet. Really disappointing, to the point that when google prompted me to write a review I still remember how I felt two weeks later.

You want to stay here trust me. Close to Uva and all its glory. New facility and valet parking!

Great stay! Wonderful room right in the heart of UVA.

The hotel is very nice , I like the restaurant and the rooms were very clean and modern . But the staff is unpredictable, some are very nice and helpful and some are not friendly. I have visited multiple times and its the same . I would give 0 stars if I could , every time I stay there they over charge me. And every time they make an excuse . They are very dishonest , pay attention to your bill carefully.

This was my favorite hotel in Charlottesville. I work remotely for UVA and, in normal times, come down for extended stays 2-3 times a year. I was there for five days last week. While the stay and service was fine, the billing has been a mess. I need to submit expense reports, and I am spending taxpayer dollars, so it MUST be accurate. The front desk did not charge me for parking, which makes me wonder what is going on and if a charge will show up out of the blue later. I called and the answer I got was, We dont know. The restaurant also charged my UVA credit card for something that has no basis in reality. Another call to them got basically the same answer. Back to the Graduate, I guess.

A second stay at this nice, compact hotel near the university. First one during the pandemic. Car valet, front desk and other staff were all friendly and helpful. When we stayed the restaurant wasn’t open (it was undergoing a makeover and opening in a week). They are very dog friendly which was great for us, since we have two small dogs. Will definitely stay again.

One of the worst hotels I’ve stayed at in years. Using COVID as an excuse for short staffing, they’ve essentially become a self-service flophouse, offering little housekeeping, a barebones front desk, and a restaurant that they sell off to the highest bidding wedding party while leaving guests in the lurch. The carpets are stained, the elevators slow and not even remotely sufficient for the number of guests who use them. The valet parking is a frenzied zoo of cars blocking the tiny driveway, and more than once I heard guests screaming at hapless parking attendants about how they were going to miss an event because their cars were trapped in the black hole garage.With the creaking, too-slow elevators; a HVAC system that wheezes creepy, loud sounds into your room at odd hours of the night; a shower drain that reeks of body odor; and a so-called “suite” with a a second “room” smaller than my Manhattan bathroom - you wonder whether this hotel is actually an installation art piece by Marriott corporation to explore nihilistic despair.This is a terrible hotel and if you choose to stay here, don’t say you weren’t warned. PS, my family is platinum elite and a lifetime gold, so we know from a real hotel.

Clean, comfortable, and great location - close to UVA and a quick drive to good restaurants/bars. The staff here are the best feature - extremely friendly, professional, and helpful. Would love it if they added a pool and a lounge for rewards members. For those nervous to return to hotel staying post-COVID, all hotel staff and most guests were wearing masks. Would stay here again in a heat beat. Highly recommend.

Had breakfast. It was very good, especially the grits! The scrambled eggs were perfect.

Our experience was great! The hotel was beautiful and very clean. The rooms were pretty big as were the showers. The staff was also super friend. Theres a parking lot behind the hotel which they explain when you check in. Its $18 for 24hrs which seems reasonable. $18 is only an hour in NY lol. There a gym on the penthouse level which is open and tons of restaurants within walking distance. This would be my top choice if we go back to Charlottesville.

One of the nicest hotels Ive been to in a long time. Great price and customer service! Conveniently located near many restaurants within walking distance and less than 2miles driving to shopping.

Lovely hotel. Clean, friendly staff, great restaurant.

Parking was a disaster. Wish they would tell you in an email or prior to arrival where to park. Then, charging full valet price and not offering valet (which I totally understand not doing valet because of covid) but still charging the same price is crazy. They also sent someone to our room at night who didnt knock or anything and just walked in because they didnt know if we checked in, but we clearly got keys and checked in at the front desk. Rooms were nice but too much disorganization.

The valet is the only parking option and we were charged a fee on top of the cost of the room we booked using points. Other than that our stay was great.

Extremely close to UVA hospital. Very clean. Parking garage can be accessed from the elevator. Dining within walking distance. Staff is friendly and helpful. Headed back in a few weeks.

Hotel was clean and didnt have the disinfectant smell that some places tend to have. The front desk staff was welcoming and always greeted us. The valet was also friendly and accommodating as well. Would definitely recommend this hotel.

A nice upscale new hotel. Nice room, but due to covid-19 only occasional house keeping. The restaurant food has large portions of good quality food. You need to valet park your car. As this is downtown, in the university, its not the safest area.

Where do I begin... I was planning a 40th birthday getaway for my husband to one of our favorite cities and The Draftsman ticked all the boxes as for the experience I wanted us to have. I reached out to the hotel directly in hopes of getting a birthday card from the staff in our room welcoming my husband and acknowledging his birthday and confirming that a crib would be available for us. Avery replied to me right away and ensured that he would have a card in the room for my husband and that we would have a crib in our room for our 2 month old daughter when we arrived. Fortunately we checked in with Avery and he was as much a pleasure to meet and talk to as he was via email! Leo helped us take our bags to our suite and was very nice. We had the kindest valet guys assist us during our stay - thanks so much Tucker and Lukas. Our suite was in one word: phenomenal! The view was magnificent, especially the sunrise and sunset. The space was perfect, very spacious and well appointed. All in all - we had a wonderful weekend and cannot wait to visit again! An added bonus: The Draftsman is situated very close to many delicious eateries in Charlottesville and that’s important to foodies like us!

Room is nicely upgraded with Samsung Smart TV and modern bathroom. Temp control could use an update thought.

Excellent seafood, the salmon w. Korean BBQ sauce was yummy.

Leo the valet is a hero! He went above and beyond to help us change out a flat tire which both myself and a AAA operator were unable to fix as the tire was seized and stuck. The hotel is beautiful and the other service was great, but its this type of outstanding service that really stands out as exceptional.

Very clean, exceptional service, a wonderful fitness center, and spacious rooms styled with Thomas Jefferson era accents. Everything about our visit was superb and we most certainly will be staying here if visiting Charlottesville. My wife and I highly recommend The Draftsman for any stay, long or short, in the Charlottesville area. Five stars all-around!

Stellar location, helpful staff, comfortable & measured COVID protocols. Convenient parking too.

We visited UVA and had a fantastic weekend. The Draftsman was upscale, great decor, welcoming and accommodating staff. Rooms were very functional, comfortable and quiet. We were super close to campus and downtown Charlottesville was also walkable (a healthy walk, but doable). We also enjoyed the hotel restaurant multiple times and our servers went out of their way to share recommendations for what to see and do during our visit. If we return to Charlottesville, the Draftsman would be our first choice without hesitation.

Great location, very walkable. We walked to Peloton station for delicious apps and great beers by a firepit. This hotel is beautifully decorated and rooms have a cigar bar elegance vibe. Rooms and hotel are very clean and everyone wore masks consistently.Note that, although the marriot app states that the restuarant is open, it is not- and there are no food or drinks for sale within the hotel other than the honor bar within the room. The honor bar is pretty cool. Although the prices were elevated, they werent ridiculous, and we were happy to pay for the convenience of enjoying items in the room. Water, soft drinks and snacks are $3, airplane size liquours are $8, and we liked the $25 Merf wine.Of note, as well - there is cool uplighting behind the headboards. However, it is fairly bright and on the same switch as the outlets close to the bed. If you have anything you need plugged in next to you while you sleep (like a breathing machine), you will have to sleep with these lights on. Bring a sleep mask or try the super cool look of using one of your face masks to block the light while you sleep.Also note that the breakfast is a nice thought but not substantial- prepackaged muffins and bagels and one coffee choice with packaged cream/sugar. We ordered coffee from uber eats.For the price, this is a great hotel in an awesome location, but the lack of onsite food/beverage and the weird lighting situation make it unlikely that we would choose this hotel again. If the lighting situation isnt an issue for you, I would say this hotel is a great choice.

The staff are top notch. Excellent customer service. Consistently professional and friendly. Great valet, front desk, restaurant, and room experience.

Great location with a modern look and feel. The staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms and lobby are clean and well decorated. We also loved that the hotel is pet friendly, and still very clean. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, and UVA. Quick drive to top area destinations.

Id definitely stay here again.

All around great service from the staff. Especially from Anthony who went above and beyond to find my wife and me 2 Pepsi’s from across the street! A much needed drink after a long day of travels! Thank you!

Great hotel stay. Very friendly staff. Love the decor in the rooms.

Excellent Sunday Brunch!! Try the French Toast.

I worked at the front desk of this hotel for a number of months. I did not come across any dark or disgusting secrets (outside of HR concerns), so no worries there. It is not cheap, not at all, but it also is not generally hundreds a night. It is well situated as the bird flies, and mostly for walking, but is not ideal for frequent use of the car. Food options are exceedingly limited, but not absent. Overall, very mediocre.However, I can say that this is the sort of place that will do anything for you if you are of sufficiently high rank in the Marriot Bonvoy system, and virtually nothing if you are not. You may still get lucky with a helpful staff member, but per policy no Bonvoy means no favors.I am also pretty sure any recycling bins are just for show. I saw no method or effort made to conserve or recycle anything. Indeed, especially if we focus on paper and plastic, this is likely the most wasteful employer I have ever had.

Our favorite hotel in C’ville.

Had the pleasure of spending 3 day/nights at the Draftsman to celebrate a Birthday of my girlfriend. It was a very nice Central location to tour our wineries and to taste the food from the excellent restaurants Charlottesville has to offer.The room was super clean quiet and comfortable. Would Love to do this again soon. Treat Yourself to a memorable experience.

Amazing friendly staff

Had to call front desk multiple times for coffee station to be replenished from previous guests. TV Remote was glitching the entire time. The $20 bottle of wine from the honor bar was spoiled. Room service food, which was overpriced including a room service fee and 25% auto gratuity, was mediocre at best. Then we were charged over $70 more which was not correct. Neither the restaurant or hotel noticed before we were billed, and I had to call for refund which we did receive promptly. The hotel is beautiful and the amenities were comfy, however the service needs a good bit of help. The valet kid needs to check himself before making assumptions that we were not guests of the hotel. If the service and the food quality were elevated to match the atmosphere and the cost, I would stay again. Otherwise, no way.

Clean. Great location. Marvelous staff.

As Autograph Collection hotels go, this is one of the better versions. Very nicely decorated rooms and good size bathrooms. Beds are comfortable and HVAC system runs well. Exercise room is also very clean, large with newer equipment, and has great views. Valet parking only for $18 but you can park on your own at the garage on the same street. Recommend a nights stay.

Great staff and hotel

We have been visiting and staying in Charlottesville for years and thought we would give the Draftsman a try. The easy valet service, the lobby and the accommodations were very appealing. It was after I had turned over the pillow that I had been resting my head on while watching tv and saw dried old blood stains that things started to sour, it was just gross.The next morning I went down early to the lobby and waited for coffee to be set up before the restaurant opened. I had asked the receptionist when we checked in how early I could get some coffee and he told me 6:30. Well its not 6:30, its really out at 7:00. I poured the coffee and it had some kind of oily gross grainy stuff floating in that was not coffee grinds. I went to the front desk and showed it to the receptionist and she looked at it and said oh thats fine, its just coffee grinds, its safe to drink. She didnt take it from me or offer to get a new one or apologize or anything...again, gross. I went into the restaurant at this point and ordered some fresh coffee. It was good and I was happy and I hung out there for a out 30 minutes while waiting for my daughter to wake up. The waiter was very nice and told me that he wouldnt charge me for my coffee because of the lobby coffee situation. I left him a generous tip and went back to my room. Two hours later we came back and my old coffee and the tip, and my napkin and creamer were still sitting at the table I had been sitting at, no one cared to clean it up. Its not like the place was busy as I was the only customer. We ordered our coffee and had to ask for NEW cream as I wasnt going to use the old cream that was till sitting on the table.` The omelette I had was delicious! we definitely enjoyed the breakfast. The waiter was attentive and friendly and we liked him but he was clearly not that well trained.We went to check out and I asked the receptionist to cancel our upcoming March reservation because we didnt enjoy our stay.I showed her a photo of the pillow and she knew about the disappointing coffee. She was very apologetic and said that she wont cancel the March stay and that she is sure that the manager will make it up to us when we return and said we should give it another try. She said the manager will call you today and speak to you and she confirmed my contact number. No one ever called. SO many other hotel options in Charlottesville. Skip this one

Amazing stay. The staff was so kind and I enjoyed my stay.

Pretty disappointed. Booked a weekend getaway for a room with a king sized bed. Upon arrival I was told that they had overbooked and only had queen sized beds available. I was offered but declined a free breakfast but was told that the manager would likely reduce my rate. Never heard from the manager but was told at check out that the manager approved a reduction in rate.To my surprise my reduced rate was an increase in rate. I have left numerous voice mails and sent a couple of emails to the manager Mr. Dennison and to the General manager Mr. Burton without response. (in addition to all of this the shower pressure in room 517 was low end)I run a small law office and have no idea how to run a hotel. But I do know a something about customer service and these guys have failed at every level.Book your room but think about coming with a back up plan.

My fiancé and I were in town for our wedding at Monticello. We checked in the day before our wedding at the Draftsman and had nothing but a spectacular experience. The day before our check-in, my fiancé was able to coordinate flowers with the front desk staff. The front desk and housekeeping staff made our lives so much easier by accommodating our early check-in. Shortly after we arrived, we were greeted with not just the flowers my fiancé had ordered, but also snacks and a bottle of champagne from the hotel staff to congratulate us on our wedding. The valet team was so helpful with getting our vehicle for us quickly as we were coming and going from our hotel to the wedding venue. The location is wonderful, and the room itself was beautiful! We look forward to staying at the Draftsman again when we visit Charlottesville!

Perfect experience.

Fantastic hotel - the room was amazing, great shower, soft bed, and courteous staff.

We had an excellent stay celebrating our wedding anniversary. The hotel is in a prime location, only a couple of blocks from UVAs campus, and a medium walk from the downtown mall area of Charlottesville. The hotel staff was so welcoming and celebrated us well with several perks and gifts throughout the weekend. We ate at the restaurant for breakfast and lunch one day and our food was fantastic - on par with the foodie scene of the town. If we find ourselves in town again we will be for sure staying here.

The Draftsman is a fun hotel located downtown in Charlottesville. Its still very new, and has an attractive, upscale feeling to it. Comfortable and quiet rooms with a nice bed. Air conditioner wasnt too loud which was a nice change from most hotels. Strongly recommend staying at this hotel. We got a senior discount rate also which was nice.

Good food, great drinks, excellent service!

I came here with my family on a business/quick getaway trip. Parking is limited so we opted for the valet service. We were greeted by Shannon, who was amazing, and got in our rooms quickly. The main lobby is very clean and cozy. The room was great and so modern. We can’t wait to come back

Very nice place to stay but I feel like they charged to much for one night stay.

The Draftsman is a great choice for a small personable hotel in the downtown area near to the UVA campus. Modern and clean and comfortable with attention to detail in the overall design and furnishings. I highly recommend this hotel for any travelers to the area.

I have to give the draftsman 4 stars due to the exceptional restaurant on site, breakfast, very fresh and delicious food well prepared by a chef that takes pride in his craft. No need to find another restaurant for breakfast or brunch because, the food here was reasonably priced and was better than what i could have expected at one of the over crowded local breakfast places. The beds and pillows were very comfortable and the room was well designed and modern. Great location, I will definitely return to the Draftsman on my next visit to Charlottesville.

What a great new addition to Charlottesvilles Main Street. Great original and hip set up. Very helpful valet and front desk staff. Friendly bartenders and servers at the restaurant, with some great and fresh menu options. The best part was how the room was laid out and decorated. Very cool metal accessories and accents compliment some cool and contemporary furnishings with clean lines. The bathroom was very clean and functional, with old school floor tiles. The shower was better than the tub typically found in a hotel bathroom. It had two shower heads and great tilework. Plenty of mirrors and a drafting table placed outside of the bathroom make for good options for fixing hair and makeup when sharing a room. The coolest feature was a barn door for the bathroom and closet! The only drawback was the room was still so new that it has some odors from the building materials. It was not so detectable after a few minutes but seemed to hit each time we came back into the room. Easy to walk to plenty of restaurants and about a mile from the Downtown Mall, with great shops and more restaurants.

The moment my husband and I came to the hotel. We had immediate satisfaction with the hospitality. We were tired and it was our first time here in Charlottesville, VA. I have to give Shannon 5 stars. He gave us great suggestions on places to go for wineries, food and where to walk to. When we needed anything to water, pillows he made sure our stay was as comfortable as possible. It was so nice to come here on Valentines day weekend and to have great hospitality to the place when came to when we were exhausted. Thank you for making us feel at home and for being such a gentleman. This hotel was beautiful and in a great location to be exact. Im glad my husband and I are a part of Bonvoy Marriott.

Great hotel. Loved that it is dog friendly. Suite was great for having a separate area to set up a pack n play. Probably not worth getting the suite if just traveling solo or as a couple, as the couch was not particularly comfortable and the standard rooms seem nice. The soaking tub in the suite was very nice. We found the valet to be prompt and easy. Would definitely stay here again.

The Draftsman is what Charlotte needs! It is a great option for those looking for a more upscale option with a bar/restaurant than other Marriott Properties.This is truly an upscale boutique hotel that provides a very personalized experience that is extremely welcoming to dogs. It is conveniently located to UVA as well as the downtown area.The bar has a multitude of beers on tap along with amazing cocktails. The staff is very personable and friendly; they clearly like working there and it shows in their smiles!

Beautiful hotel and amazing views! Highly recommend 👌

The Draftsman is a new property. It is modern and updated. Sleek decor, large functional bathroom, walk in shower. The staff was courteous and helpful. Overall a wonderful experience. We only experienced breakfast in the hotel. In that it was a bit surprising that the avocado toast was on a standard whole wheat loaf of bread, not something more artesian. Given the restaurants in Charlottesville that was a bit surprising. The rooftop workout room was bright and clean. Enjoyable place for a morning workout. Three stair steppers, a couple of treadmills plus free weights and a weight machine, only one bike. It was not the most obvious route to get to it as one of the elevators only goes to the 10th floor and you have to take the emergency stairs to get to the workout room if you are on that elevator. Note, they dont have a pool. The free trolley to the mall is across the street but it is only a 15 minute walk. Also about a 10 minute walk to the UVA lawn. Ideal location.

The Draftsman is an absolutely beautiful hotel with a great restaurant (many hotels do not have this in-house) and is very convenient to the UVA campus which was the purpose of our stay. There were also a lot of amenities within walking distance. We had drinks at the cool bar in Renewal which will be spectacular once the outdoor dining opens. I love that the hotel has a greeter dog, Bullet. Super friendly staff and excellent service. We had friends staying at various hotels in Charlottesville and everyone wanted the Draftsman to be our meeting spot because it was so nice.

A really nice place to stay, with spacious rooms, a great gym, close to the city center. The lobby area is quite unique, relaxing, and modern. The only drawback is the valet parking which could benefit from a more efficient system, especially in busy seasons such as Thanksgiving. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay.

The Draftsman is a very comfortable hotel. The lobby is very inviting with some comfortable seating. The rooms are of nice size with nice amenities. Its located just a short walk into the downtown area. Nice fitness center as well. We spent three nights in town for a concert and really enjoyed our stay at the hotel, the staff was very friendly and accommodating. Hotel rooms are very quiet, I did not hear any hall noise or any noise from rooms above or near our room.

What a pleasant change! The Draftsman really made our visit to Cville special. The hotel and its ambiance are so unlike what I remember about hotels there. I used to work in the Omni in the eighties and over the past more than 45 years, I have spent quite a few nights in many other hotels in the area. The Draftsman is special! Looking forward to spending time there again.

The hotel itself was beautiful and fresh! But what really made it exceptional was the generosity and friendliness of the staff. They were phenomenal! Kind, helpful, great smiles. Everything about it made us feel welcome.

I stayed for here for 2 weeks so I think I have good idea of what’s going on. Great service, excellent facilities, and awesome staff. Marco at the front desk was excellent, Sam at the valet was just so nice and polite. Loving my stay so far Im glad I chose this hotel. They go above and beyond to meet your needs. Awesome bathroom, super comfy bed, its just great. My only suggestions would be that the staff utilize a different elevator because they only have 2 elevators in the lobby and its sometimes packed with staff and it tends to look unprofessional. Elevator wait time needs improvement. Housekeeping shows up a little late in the day and they miss things the needs replenishing in the room and that’s a little frustrating. All in all great.

Very nice hotel

My favorite place to stay while in town, and I’ve stayed at nearly all of them!Fantastic service, beautiful lobby, elevator, halls and rooms. Not to mention a top-notch restaurant within the hotel. Close to all of my favorite (and the best) local eateries as well.A great addition to the area and a must stay!Bonus Points for the Resident Pup!

The Draftsman was a wonderful surprise. Very cool lobby, excellent staff, prompt, cheerful service. It did not feel like a cookie cutter hotel. Room was spacious and well appointed(robes and slippers in the closet) Comfortable beds. Highly recommendedif you want a hip boutique hotel feel at a very reasonable price. Well done Marriott!

Was pleasantly surprised from the moment I walked into this hotel. It has a modern, eclectic vibe to it unlike any other hotel Ive stayed in. It is very clean and new with great decor and pleasant, helpful staff. We stayed in the suite and had more than enough room. Bathrooms were unique with a shower area that included a small soaking tub. Would stay here again in a heartbeat! Wish there were more hotels like this one.

We stayed here for a friend’s wedding and had the best time! Staff was incredibly helpful and very patient when dealing with all of the chaos that surrounds such a momentous event! The rooms were amazing and the onsite restaurant had great food! No better place to stay while in Charlottesville.

I had such a great experience here. Everyone on the staff was so, so lovely and accommodating. We brought our dog, and they could not have been more welcoming and kind to him. The rooms were some of the nicest that Ive been in. This was just an all around pleasant experience, and I would be happy to return when the time comes.

This is a lovely new hotel, close to virtually anywhere youd like to be in Charlottesville--and its bright orange exterior cant be missed! The hotels service, personnel, and accommodations are all excellent. Ask for a room on a high floor. The adjoining restaurant serves very interesting small plates which can be easily shared. We loved the Southern flavors combined with very unique preparations! Dont miss the Brussel Sprouts or the Gruyere/Onion Fondue!

Very nice property convenient location. Valet parking was nice. Restaurant was good and so was the service. The dude bartender at night needs a better attitude.

I have stayed at the Draftsman twice; the first time I was so impressed that when my husband had an interview in Charlottesville, I recommended that we stay there.Everything was clean, service was great, the room was comfortable, and food at the in-hotel restaurant was pretty good (although the coffee was a little strong, and by a little, I mean quite). The only issue we had this time was that the fitness center was above our room this time, and someone was dropping free weights on the floor at 5am -- an hour earlier than we planned to get up. Will I stay at the Draftsman again? Probably -- it was the nicest hotel I have stayed at in a long time, good value for the money. I just might request that I not get placed beneath the fitness center next time.

The staff were excellent. Recognizing status and making you feel a valued elite member. The hotel is well located, beautiful inside and the restaurant food was good quality.

Lovely new clean and quiet hotel located adjacent to the University of Virginia grounds (campus). You can walk almost anywhere you want to go in Charlottesville. The only negative was a rather strong scent in the lobby that was not welcoming. It was not a bad smell, just the wrong kind of aromatherapy for me. We did not try the adjacent restaurant. But the facility itself was quite nice. Overall a very pleasant stay at a new hotel that is very convenient and well run.

We went for a bachelorette, which usually hotels are not very excited for, and they treated us extremely well! Helping us with all of our belongings-we had a lot for traveling around during the day on a wine tour-and were very attentive, responsive and all 7 of us stated that we would love to come back specifically for the hotel. The rooms had beautiful touches to it and the staff were fantastic. Great experience and highly recommended.

Stayed at Draftsman, Autograph collection last weekend. Central to activities and easy access. Enjoyed Renewal bar/restaurant, good place to watch a game watched the world series. Nice breakfast the next day. Gotta like the Hotel dog.Wish there were more open nights.

Nice hotel. Would be 5 stars but everything was closed because of the pandemic.

Great place with better than average hotel food and a incredible beer selection. The place is awesome overall except for there being carpet in the room and it is extreemly difficult to get the bartender’s attention despite there being three of them. I think they have a local crowd they cater to. Location is perfect and the decor is awesome.

Great place with better than average hotel food and a incredible beer selection. The place is awesome overall except for there being carpet in the room and it is extreemly difficult to get the bartender’s attention despite there being three of them. I think they have a local crowd they cater to. Location is perfect and the decor is awesome.

The Draftsman is a breath of fresh as air! Truly upscale and the best buy in town. Amenities abound and the bar scene is fun and festive!

The most beautiful hotel that I have ever stayed it. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Enjoyed my short stay.

Great hotel. Very nice staff. Kip and Wayne at valet are super nice and Melissa at the front desk is super sweet and attentive. Just a great experience all around. Oh the beds are amazing.

Having stayed here previously, I was excited to share the experience with my wife as we visited our daughter at UVA. We had a wonderful experience and enjoyed our five night stay. The room was very well set up and the bed was extremely comfortable.

Great hotel. New. Restaurant has great food. Nights are quiet. I stay here everytime I come. Love it!

The front desk clerk was friendly and helpful. The property is modern and tasteful. The problem is that housekeeping remade the bed with the dirty sheets from the previous guests.We pull back the sheets to find long black hairs, short hairs and a HUGE red wine stain.Not acceptable. Immediately checked out.

Staff was great and helpful. Hotel was clean and up to date. Comfortable beds and good restaurant. Close to UVA.

This place is Amazing. The location is perfect little walk to get to the down town mall. The staff is Super Awesome!!!! Only thing I was not a huge fan of was the valet parking, but again the staff was out of the park. Also the down stairs bar and restaurant was awesome also. I have vacationed in Charlottesville MANY times and I think this was my best stay ever. I would love to come back!!!

Overall stay was great! Just needed 2 things:1. Travel toothpaste and toothbrush in restroom.2. Less oil in my shrimp pasta.

This hotel was only slightly more than where I usually stay, but they were booked. Boy am I glad. This hotel was wonderful. It was so clean. I was greeted by rocket the dog, who was very good at his job. Everyone was super nice. The hotel restaurant was off the hook good! The rooms are very nice. Loved the whole stay. I will only stay here from now on while in Charlottesville.

We have stayed it autograph hotels before and always liked them. This hotel was as good as the others. We had a problem with check-in, but one of the front desk staff (Edie) not only resolved the problem but made our stay truly welcoming and exceptional. Those lobby along with the rooms are nicely detailed,the hotel has a great location, and the rest of the staff were also friendly. Highly recommend

We had a wonderful stay at the Draftsman hotel for a visit to our UVA student this weekend. The hotel is clean, comfortable and updated. The staff couldnt be nicer or more accommodating.

This was a wonderful experience! A very unique hotel with a great location in town. We look forward to coming back.Cindy

Very clean hotel with a terrific staff. Spacious clean room, nice hotel bar area. Would def return when back in the area.

This hotel is so so awesome! The rooms are stellar with a nice big shower and comfy bed. The hotel restaurant/bar (Renewal) was amazing! Great food. Over 30 beers on tap plus full bar. And the staff knew everything about the food and drink they served. This is my new go to hotel in Charlottesville!

This hotel is so so awesome! The rooms are stellar with a nice big shower and comfy bed. The hotel restaurant/bar (Renewal) was amazing! Great food. Over 30 beers on tap plus full bar. And the staff knew everything about the food and drink they served. This is my new go to hotel in Charlottesville!

The staff and service of the Draftsman hotel could not have been friendlier or more specific to every need. Upon checkin, they happily accommodated our two (!) dogs and made the whole process quick and easy, (less than four minutes. Front desk staff were quick to greet and make sure all was well with our stay every time we entered and exited (which was a lot, given the dogs). Valet service was fantastic, polite, and so kind!Upon entering our room, I was delighted to find that my partner had requested roses in the room for Valentines Day weekend, as well as a card hand written with his requested message that mentioned that we were celebrating a birthday. The staff also provided a bottle of champagne and two glasses without being asked!The toiletries provided were C.O. Bigelow, a good brand. I prefer branded items as I am better able to tell the quality. They also included less usual items, such as a small vanity kit with q-tips, cotton pads, and a loofah. To visit, all one really needs to bring is a toothbrush. The closet was well stocked with robes and slippers, and there was an honesty style minibar with drinks and mixers at reasonable prices.The location could not have been better - just a block from The Corner with its shops and dining and two blocks from the Rotunda.We felt incredibly pampered during our night in Charlottesville and felt that the hotel more than earned its value.