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Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG

4.0 star property

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A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, two dark chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern living room with a fireplace, dark blue and grey furniture, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by large windows offering views of the outdoors.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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540 Massie Road, Charlottesville, VA, 22903
  • Place, University of Virginia
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Barracks Road Shopping Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, John Paul Jones Arena
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace (Dining Area)

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace (Dining Area)

  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a window with curtains.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a small shelf with a book, and framed artwork on the wall.

Room (Essential)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a window with a view of trees, and a black floor lamp.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a lamp.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a small shelf with a book, and framed artwork on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a small shelf with a book, and framed artwork on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a bed, a pink armchair, a white chair, a small table with a plant, and a window with a view of trees.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with chairs, a small ottoman, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of buildings.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a small shelf with a book, and framed artwork on the wall.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a small shelf with a book, and framed artwork on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with chairs, a small ottoman, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of buildings.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A modern kitchen with a marble backsplash, a dining area with grey chairs, and a pendant light fixture.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Hospitality)

  • 107 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

A hotel room with a bed, a pink armchair, a white chair, a small table with a plant, and a window with a view of trees.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with chairs, a small ottoman, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of buildings.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG

A restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. A manager's reception is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, WiFi in public areas and valet parking.
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG offers 198 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of Virginia. You'll find features such as a free manager's reception, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi in some public areas for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, a porter and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycles
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the location
  • Steps from University of Virginia and 13 minutes on foot from John Paul Jones Arena
  • Pets welcome free of charge
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee.

There are 10 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Charlottesville hotel is smoke free.

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 12.99 per day)

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 29 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 40 for adults and USD 20 to 40 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2023
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 40 for adults and USD 20 to 40 for children
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 12.99 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 29 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kimpton The Forum By Ihg
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG Hotel
Kimpton The Forum Hotel an IHG Hotel
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG Charlottesville
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG Hotel Charlottesville

Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 396 out of 477 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 477 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 477 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 477 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 477 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, modern, updated hotel with easy food options and comfortable rooms/beds.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aubrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, convenient location for a college visit, beautiful accommodations, excellent bartender. Can’t go wrong with a Kimpton.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Luciano

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here 3 or 4 times and it is a great hotel. Very dog friendly - super clean and nice staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tigerron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! Wonderful service and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was amazing and so are the staff. One of my favorite hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean hotel. Nice bar area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly,helpful…totally top notch. Service, food, value, ambience…all excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location for us to see Luke Combs at UVA. Staff was great, especially since I was on crutches and they went above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were very clean and nice. The staff was friendly. Perfect location too. I highly recommend Kimpton The Forum!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with lovely, well appointed rooms and excellent food!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly. Room was spacious and clean and comfortable. Bed was very comfortable. The common areas were so lovely and the outdoor spaces were so nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience✅✅✅✅✅
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Toniecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Second stay and not disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, just as described. Friendly staff and great restaurant. And free coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Wonderful hotel and restaurants for a football weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JESUS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent. The staff the food the atmosphere was top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, modern and elegant hotel in very good condition and beautiful grounds. Conveniently located when visiting UVA campus. Could be improved: restauration options. Diner and breakfast options were limited and costly. Parking was valet only and expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Clean room and great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Horace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless. The hotel was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025