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EXECUTIVE MEETING CENTER
EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL RICHMOND – THE COMMERCE CENTER
The Executive Meeting Center at Embassy Suites Richmond – The Commerce Center
Meeting & Event Resource Guide
Our Richmond Hotel
Welcome to Virginia and our Richmond area hotel. Our all-suite West End Embassy Suites Richmond is
perfect for a weekend family getaway or a Richmond business trip.
Click here to view our Richmond Hotel Packages and Special Hotel Rates!
Our Virginia Green Certified Richmond hotel includes Embassy Suites' famous complimentary cooked-
to-order breakfast each morning and in the evenings we invite you to stop in at our manager's
reception for complimentary beverages and light snacks, a great way to unwind after your day.
Our Richmond Hotel Conference Center
Richmond, VA hotel suites featuring two-room suites with private bedroom and one king bed or
double beds and living area with pull out sofa sleeper, microwave, refrigerator, wet bar and two
37 inch flat screen televisions.
10,000 square foot Executive Meeting Center - IACC Approved Richmond Area Conference
Facility with ergonomic chairs and adjustable lighting, tackable surfaces, and wall to wall white
boards making an ideal setting for any group.
Our Richmond Area Conference Packages offer an all inclusive venue where meeting space,
audio visual, high speed internet, dedicated business center, and all day food and beverage
featuring an abundant lunch buffet with action station can be packaged in one easy per person
price.
Staying at our hotel you'll enjoy close proximity to:
University of Richmond
Richmond International Airport
Richmond International Raceway
Richmond Convention Center
Science Museum of Virginia
Richmond Coliseum
Virginia Commonwealth University
King Dominion Theme Park
If you're in Richmond on business, you'll love the fact that our hotel is only a few miles away from the
following business hotspots and corporations:
Innsbrook Corporate Business Park
Bank of America/Villa Park
Brinks
Child Fund
Genworth Financial
Henrico Doctor's Hospital
St Mary's Hospital
Altria/Philip Morris
Verizon Communications
Wellpoint
At our Richmond hotel, we understand that work and play are equally important. So when you want to
relax and unwind after a long day in Richmond, you'll be able to enjoy the pleasures of our:
Complimentary fitness room
Swimming pool
On-site gift store
Local area transportation
Laundry/valet service
In-room dining service
Take a trip to Richmond, Virginia that you'll remember for a lifetime - come stay with us at the Embassy
Suites Richmond hotel!
Book Your Next Stay at Embassy Suites Richmond - The Commerce Center
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Here at the Embassy Suites Richmond hotel, we believe three things are fundamental to you enjoying
your stay with us: comfort, style, and function.
Whether you're spending all day in your suite or just grabbing a few hours of precious sleep, your
comfort is on our mind. So how does a Jacuzzi®, feather pillows, and a warm bathrobe sound?
Hotel accommodations should always carry a bit of style. Our suites all come with style as standard!
You'll enjoy the comforts of a refrigerator and microwave oven, as well as the convenience of two
televisions and two telephones.
Your Embassy Suites Richmond hotel stay will allow you to use your suite to its full potential. Let our
hotel suites make your life that little bit easier while you’re staying in Richmond, Virginia.
AIRLINE INFORMATION
Here is the list of air carriers that provide service from RIC. These airlines offer nonstop flights to major
domestic destinations and connecting service to points around the globe. Explore your destination
options! Use our interactive Route Map or Fare Finder to search and compare airlines and find hotel
options.
Domestic Airlines
1-800-247-8726
Baggage Service:
1-866-247-2428
1-800-433-7300
Baggage Service:
1-800-535-5225
1-800-525-0280
Baggage Service:
1-800-335-2247
1-800-221-1212
Baggage Service:
1-800-325-8224
1-800-538-2583
Baggage Service:
1-866-538-5438
1-800-241-6522
Baggage Service:
1-800-221-6903
1-800-428-4322
Baggage Service:
1-800-371-4771
International Airlines
1-888-247-2262
Baggage Service:
1-888-689-2247
AIRPORT INFORMATION
The nearest airport is the Richmond International Airport located 16 miles, approximately 20 minutes
from the Embassy Suites Hotel. Click on this http://flyrichmond.com/ for more information.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES
The Hotel represents that the Hotel facilities being rented or reserved by you including guest rooms,
common areas and transportation services are, and will be, in substantial compliance with applicable
public accommodation obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. You agree that one week in
advance of your event, you will furnish to us a list of any auxiliary aids needed by your attendees in
meeting or function space. You agree that you will be responsible for the procurement and payment of
all charges for any and all auxiliary aids. We will, upon your request, furnish you with the names of
businesses you can contact to obtain these aids. You also agree to be responsible for compliance with
the ADA in the set up and conduct of meetings for your event.
AUTOMATED TELLER MACHINES
There is an ATM conveniently located in the business center in the main lobby. There are also ATM
locations in Richmond at all major bank locations.
BUSINESS CENTER
Whatever your business needs are, they can all be accommodated through our in-house Business
Center.
Prices are quoted on an individual basis, depending on the type of equipment needed as well as the
scope of the job requested. In order to address your specific group’s needs, please refer to the Business
Center or discuss them with your Catering/Event Manager. Whether you require a fully operational
office setup on property or various limited services, the Business Center is designed with everyone’s
needs in mind.
Business hours are:
24 Hours a day – Self serve
For large quick printing or copying jobs, we recommend calling:
FedEx Office Print & Ship Center
5719 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 288-0880
fedex.com
CAR RENTAL AGENCIES
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7919 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23294 (804) 346-8666 enterprise.com
Avis Rent-A-Car - Richmond
7923 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23294 (804) 270-0888 avis.com
Hertz Local Edition - Richmond
8021 West Broad St, Richmond, VA 23294 (804) 270-3436 hertz.com
Triangle Rent A Car
7915 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23294-6303 (804) 332-6262 trianglerentacar.com
CASH PAID OUTS
We are happy to refer our guests to an ATM or local bank. The front desk does not have the available
cash to facilitate cash paid-outs.
CASH PAYING GUESTS
In the event a hotel guest does not have a major credit card to secure his/her room, the Embassy Suites
Richmond will require full payment in advance for room and tax charges. In addition, there will be a
$20.00 per day refundable deposit for incidental charges. If the guest does not wish to establish credit
for incidental charges, the guest room phone will be restricted to room-to-room calls. All room folio
charges from the Food and Beverage outlets and movie charges will also be restricted.
CHECK CASHING PRIVILEGES
Hotel guests may cash checks at the Front Desk. The check must be imprinted with the guest’s name and
address and made out to The Embassy Suites Hotel Richmond. Valid Driver’s License required, $50 per
day per guest maximum.
CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT
Hotel check-in is 3 p.m., and checkout is 12 p.m. (All guests arriving before 3 p.m. will be accommodated
as rooms become available. Our Guest Service Department can arrange to check luggage for those
guests arriving early when rooms are not available and for guests attending functions on departure day.)
Early Departure
Your guests will have the opportunity to confirm their departure date at check-in. Once this departure
date has been confirmed, rates are subject to change due to length of stay restrictions.
Late Departure
Late checkouts are available upon request and subject to availability. Please contact the Front Desk
directly to discuss availability and associated fees.
Zip Checkout
With zip checkout, your room folio is provided at your door early in the morning of your departure.
Simply verify the charges, use the television remote or dial zero (hotel operator) to check-out. Please
leave your keys in the room. If you are not departing the hotel immediately, luggage storage can be
arranged at the bellman’s desk.
Kiosks
Not Available
COFFEE MAKER
Each of our Guest Suites comes equipped with complimentary coffee and coffeemaker which is
refreshed each day as your room is serviced.
CONCIERGE
Our Front Desk is happy to assist with any concierge needs. Dial ‘0’ to speak with an associate.
CONVENTION CENTER RICHMOND, VA
Richmond Convention Center
403 North Third Street, Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 783-7300 richmondcenter.com
Travel: 15 minutes
Approximate Taxi Cost: $20.00 One-way
CREDIT CARDS
The Embassy Suites Richmond accepts most major credit cards including American Express, Visa,
MasterCard, Diners Club and Discover.
CURRENCY EXCHANGE
Contact the Front Desk for referral to currency exchange or local bank.
DIRECTIONS TO THE HOTEL
From Richmond International Airport, or points East of Richmond:
Take Interstate 64 West to I-95 North. I-64 West will merge with I-95 as you travel through Richmond.
Take exit 79 to stay on I-64 West. Travel I-64 West for about 3 miles and take exit 183C (Route 250 West
/ Glenside Drive). Turn left at the second stop light onto Emerywood parkway and turn left into the
hotel.
From points North of Richmond:
Travel on I-95 South towards Richmond and take exit 79 onto I-64 West. Travel I-64 West for about 3
miles and take exit 183C (Route 250 West / Glenside Drive). Turn left at the second stop light onto
Emerywood Parkway and turn left into the hotel.
From points South of Richmond:
Travel on I-95 North towards Richmond and take exit 79 onto I-64 West. Travel I-64 West for about 3
miles and take exit 183C (Route 250 West / Glenside Drive). Turn left at the second stop light onto
Emerywood Parkway and turn left into the hotel.
From points West of Richmond:
Travel on I-64 East towards Richmond. Take exit 183 (Route 250 West / Glenside Drive). Turn left at the
exit ramp stoplight onto Glenside Drive. Turn left at the next stoplight onto West Broad Street. Turn left
at the next stoplight onto Emerywood Parkway, turn left into the hotel.
DRY-CLEANING/ VALET LAUNDRY
Laundry services are available Monday through Friday. Garments brought to the Front Desk prior to 8:30
a.m. are returned to guests by 6 p.m. the same evening. Garments brought to the Front Desk after
8:30a.m. will be returned the following day by 6 p.m.
Please note that there is no service on Saturday or Sunday or the following Holidays: Memorial Day, July
4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s.
eEVENTS
Hilton Family’s online booking channel for small groups and meetings.
Visit http://embassysuites.hilton.com/en/es/hotels/groups.jhtml?ctyhocn=RICDNES for details!
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
The Embassy Suites Hotel is fully prepared to handle different types of situations to assist our guests.
The following is information on our emergency procedures:
The hotel internal emergency number is ‘0’ for the Front Desk.
The hotel has an emergency response team 24 hours a day. In the event of an emergency,
calling the emergency number ‘0’ will initiate the appropriate response.
Paramedics, Fire Department, and the Police Department are all located approximately 5
minutes from the hotel.
Our Security Team, as well as a small number of employees, is trained in CRP and First Aid.
Emergency evacuation routes and procedures are located on the inside of all guest room
entrance doors.
Nearest emergency room and hospital: Henrico Doctors' Hospital - Forest Campus (1.5 miles)
FAX NUMBERS Front Desk: Sales/Reservations Office: Accounting/Human Resources: Executive Meeting Center:
1-804-672-3749 1-804-672-6290 1-804-672-0890 1-804-521-1618
GUEST ROOMS
All of our rooms are 2 room suites featuring a separate living room and bedroom, each suite also
includes two remote control color televisions, On Command Video with Web TV and Wireless High
Speed Internet access, wet bar with refrigerator, microwave oven, coffeemaker, hairdryer, oversized
work desk and data port phones with voice mail.
The hotel’s current bedding breakdown is as follows:
168 King Sized Bedded Suites, 56 Double Bedded Suites.
Virginia state law and local enforcement of national fire codes mandate that there is a maximum of four
guests per room in King bed suites and a maximum of six guest per room in our double bedroom suites.
Embassy Suites is pleased to present “The Embassy Essentials ™ Bedding Collection”, today’s premier
bedding package including pillow top mattress and luxury linens. Did you enjoy your night’s sleep? Visit
http://www.embassysuitesathome.com/ to order your own Suite Dreams bed.
HOUSEKEEPING
Daily housekeeping services, which consists of general cleaning, take place between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00
p.m. should one of your guests require special times of service, requests may be made directly with the
Front Desk or your Catering/Events Manager.
Each guest room is provided with several special service amenities either at no charge or for a nominal
fee. These items include: an iron and ironing board, coffee makers, hairdryers, bath/shower amenities,
and extra pillows. Additional bedding available for children: cribs and rollways. Please note there is a
maximum of four persons (including children) allowed per king room and six persons (including children)
in double rooms.
IN-ROOM DINING / ROOM SERVICE
Our In-room Dining is open 12 hours a day for lunch, dinner, snacks and beverage service. We are happy
to offer In-Room Dining from 11am to 11pm. In-Room Dining can be reached at extension ‘129’ in-
house.
LIQUOR LAWS
The Commonwealth of Virginia has strict liquor laws that must be followed by the Embassy Suites
Richmond. Because the hotel is only licensed-authorized to sell and serve alcoholic beverages that were
purchased by the Embassy Suites Richmond, no group may bring in their own alcohol to be served. The
legal drinking age in Virginia is 21.
Your Catering/Event Manager may provide a copy of some of the applicable Commonwealth of Virginia
liquor laws upon request.
LOST AND FOUND
It is the policy of Hilton Hotels Corporation to make every effort to return any found property to its
rightful owner. All found property in the hotel will be recorded, stored, and disposed of, whether it is
found in a guestroom, public space, or any other area of your hotel. We will make every attempt to
determine the legitimate owner and return the found property. If the owner cannot be determined
within ninety days (or other time period specified by local law), the found property will be disposed of in
accordance with the state law. If no local or state law exists, or these agencies decline involvement, the
property shall be returned to the finder. This policy does not apply to minor items found on the property
such as a toothbrush, ladies hosiery, cigarettes, etc.
MANAGER ON DUTY (M.O.D.)
For your convenience, a manager on duty is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and can be accessed
via the guest service hotline at extension ‘0’.
PARKING
The Embassy Suites Richmond offers ample self parking with over 300 spaces. Self-parking is
complimentary and we do have room for large buses as well.
PETS (POLICY)
Only Service animals are welcome and must be accompanied by the owner.
RECYCLING
The Embassy Suites Richmond is proud to be a responsible recycler and a member of Virginia Green®.
The hotel has a paper, plastic, and glass recycling program. There are recycling receptacles located on
property, and our waste disposal company has a trash separator which captures recyclable materials
from ordinary refuse.
SAFES/SAFE DEPOSIT BOXES
A limited number of Safe Deposit Boxes are available for your convenience at the Front Desk 24 hours a
day.