Clifton Inn is Charlottesville, Virginia’s premier European-style boutique hotel, restaurant and wedding venue. Located just down the road from Thomas Jefferson’s historic Monticello Estate, Clifton Inn is the perfect place to escape for a cozy dinner for two, delight in a truly a memorable stay, or simply gather with friends for a drink on the terrace. Clifton Inn also boasts a long-standing reputation as Charlottesville’s most iconic, beautiful setting for weddings that captures the dreams of every bride and groom.
Overlooking the stunning forests of the Blue Ridge mountains, the welcoming staff will indulge you in elegant, personal service that is pampering, yet relaxing. Every guest feels at home at Clifton Inn. Come and explore the offerings of the Chef’s seasonal menus, featuring the bounty of hotel's own organic vegetable and herb garden. To accompany your meal, or the view, the wine cellar is full of Virginia’s most celebrated wines and global vintages. The private infinity pool is nestled in the charming Clifton garden, making it the perfect place to relax and refresh. And when you want to venture beyond the Clifton Inn’s 100-acres of forests and lakes, all of the region’s landmarks and destinations are within easy access.
Location Summary
Clifton Inn offers the best in the world in the heart of Virginia. Located in the heart of gorgeous Charlottesville, Clifton connects you with history, with luxury, with the very best of the acclaimed Charlottesville dining, and with yourself.
Directions to Hotel
From Richmond
Travel on Interstate 64 West
Take Exit 124, Shadwell
Turn Left at the light, onto 250 East
Turn Right onto Route 729, North Milton Road
Clifton is the second driveway on the left
From Lynchburg/ Roanoke / Danville
Travel on Highway 29 North
Take Interstate 64 East
Take Exit 124, Shadwell
Turn Right at the light, onto 250 East
Turn Right onto Route 729, North Milton Road
Clifton is the second driveway on the left
From Charlotte, via Greensboro
Travel to Greensboro on Interstate 85 North
Follow directions for Lynchburg/ Roanoke/ Danville
From Washington DC (Direct Route)
Travel on Interstate 66 West to Gainesville
Travel Highway 29 South to Charlottesville
Take Route 250 East 7 miles
Turn Right onto Route 729, North Milton Road
Clifton is the second driveway on the left
From Washington DC (Scenic Route)
Travel on Interstate 66 West to Gainesville
Take Highway 29 South to Culpeper
Take Route 15 South to Gordonsville
Take Route 231 South to Shadwell (will become Route 22 - - do not turn)
Turn Left onto Route 250 East
Immediately turn Right on Route 729, North Milton Road
Clifton is the second driveway on the Left
From Baltimore & points North, via Washington, D.C.
Travel on Interstate 95 South
Take Interstate 495 Beltway,
To Chevy Chase / Sliver Spring
Follow directions for Washington, D.C.
From Charlottesville Airport (Direct Route)
Highway 29 South to Route 250
Bypass East for 7 miles
Turn Right onto 729, North Milton Road
Clifton is the second driveway on the left
From Charlottesville Airport (Scenic Route)
Leave Airport and cross over 29 to Proffitt Road, take to end at Route 20.
Turn Right to go South onto Route 20 all the way to 250 East. Follow directions above.
Clifton was owned and built by Thomas Jefferson’s son-in-law, Thomas Mann.
Meeting Space
It's amazing what can happen when you trade fluorescent light for sunlight or institutional hotel meeting rooms for natural warmth and comfortable elegance. Choose from an array of meeting venues, from the classic 19th Century drawing room to the luxurious and private wine cellar to the sun-splashed verandah to the classic Virginia farmhouse.
Fine Dining On Site
The culinary team, lead by Executive Chef Dean Maupin and Executive Pastry Chef Erin Maupin, offers a collection of dishes for you to create your own Charlottesville fine dining experience. Choose from a multi-course combination of worldly flavors to please your palate. Select wines from Clifton's award-winning cellar for each course.
Pets Allowed
Pets allowed in several of the guest rooms for a fee.