Kimpton - The Forum Hotel By Ihg – A Favorite for Families in Charlottesville

The hotel is a LEED-certified property set on the UVA campus, offering 185 rooms overlooking a 5-acre arboretum with concrete walking paths. Rooms feature private balconies, automatic shades with blackout curtains, and large bathrooms with walk-in showers. The arboretum is handicap-accessible and includes ramps and concrete trails for leisurely walks.

Kimpton - The Forum Hotel by IHG charges no additional fees for pets of any size, breed, or number, and provides ceramic bowls, a bed, and a variety of treats upon arrival. The hotel also offers a scavenger hunt for children in the gardens and features kids' meals on the menu. Dog-walking trails start directly from the hotel's back door, connecting to the UVA North Grounds.

Guests have access to two on-site restaurants: Birch & Bloom for breakfast, brunch, and dinner, and The Good Sport, a pub serving smash burgers and American fare. The daily complimentary evening social hour offers wine and cocktails in the lobby from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The hotel also provides a complimentary morning coffee and tea service with flavored syrups in the lobby.

The hotel provides free bicycle rentals for guests to explore the surrounding UVA campus and downtown Charlottesville. State-of-the-art fitness facilities include Peloton bikes, a functional trainer, treadmills, and free weights. A dedicated concierge service assists with arranging local winery tours along the Monticello Wine Trail and tickets to events at the John Paul Jones Arena.

Customizable event spaces accommodate both indoor and outdoor gatherings, including the Magnolia Terrace for weddings and receptions. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with grab rails, lowered bathroom sinks, and Braille visual aids, and rooms are equipped with emergency cords in the bathroom. Meeting and banquet facilities, along with fax and photocopying services, support business travelers and conference attendees.

Accommodations: LEED-certified, 185 rooms with private balconies & arboretum views

Pet Policy: No extra fees for pets, including ceramic bowls, bed & treats

Family: Scavenger hunt in gardens, kid's meals, bicycle rentals

Dining: Birch & Bloom, The Good Sport, complimentary evening social hour

Location: On UVA campus, 1.2 km from John Paul Jones Arena

Sustainability: On-site arboretum with concrete walking paths & ramps

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible rooms with grab rails & Braille signage