Richmond, VA

Staff quality swings wildly here, from excellent to rude and unprofessional. Rooms are spacious with decent amenities but expect worn mattresses, rough sheets, sticky doors, and slow hot water. The downtown location beats most Richmond hotels for restaurants and shows.

Rooms are comfortable with good views and strong water pressure, though some guests hit plumbing issues. Parking costs $40 at the hotel or you walk blocks through empty streets. Skip the expensive cold breakfast and eat elsewhere nearby.