SEARCH & BOOK THE WORLD'S BEST HOTELS
Search form
NEED ASSISTANCE?    1-(888)-5STAR-11

The Clifton Inn

Charlottesville, United States

98 Excellent 55 Reviews
The Clifton Inn

Summary of 54 verified reviews

98
Excellent

Excellent hotel. Great rooms and fantastic service. Awesome vibe.

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.
Hotel Address:
  • The Clifton Inn
  • 1296 Clifton Inn Drive
  • Charlottesville, VA 22911
  • United States

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.
Note Bene
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.
Pool Outdoor
Cascading infinity pool, open seasonally.


Guest Review Highlights

5
46
4
2
3
4
2
1
1
1
Verified Reviews
Hotel Amenities
  • - Banquets & Meetings
    - Meeting Space
    - Fine Dining On Site
    - Fine Dining Nearby
    - High Speed Internet
    - Pets Allowed
    - Pool Outdoor
Available Activities
  • - Shopping
    - Theatre & Museums
    - Winery Tours


Five star logo  
The Best Hotels & Resorts for Destination Weddings
The best hotels and resorts worldwide for a luxurious destination wedding, brought to you by Five Star Alliance, the luxury hotel experts.