City: Richmond, VA

Category: Accommodations

Telephone: (804) 282-8444

Address: 6631 W. Broad St.

Description: Located in the Near West End near Altria’s headquarters, this seven-story, 100 percent nonsmoking property received the highest ranking in guest services of all Westin hotels in North America, in just the first year of operation. In addition, AAA awarded it four diamonds in 2010. The sleek yet soothing guest rooms offer either one king, two queens, or two double beds, and all come equipped with a 37-inch flat-screen TV, ergonomic desk chair, luxury bed linens and robes, and a spacious bathroom. Free wireless Internet is available in the lobby and in the 24-hour business center, but guests will be charged $9.95 per day for in-room Wi-Fi. Crossings, its restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in stylish surroundings, or take advantage of 24-hour room service if you prefer. An indoor pool and fitness center offer easy-access workouts, and the front desk has maps detailing local runs from the hotel. Ten high-tech meeting rooms await your event. A complimentary shuttle will take guests within 5 miles of the hotel during limited hours. Pets under 40 pounds are welcom,e and there is no additional charge.