Kimpton The Forum Hotel, near the University of Virginia, offers a vibrant retreat with daily manager's receptions. Guests enjoy the outdoor entertainment area, garden, 24-hour gym, and bar. The upscale property is praised for its helpful staff and excellent condition.
Located in UVA, a neighborhood in Charlottesville, Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG is near the airport. Biscuit Run State Park and Ix Art Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Luther P. Jackson Cultural Center and Charlottesville Ice Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at John Paul Jones Arena, or consider a night out at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Charlottesville travel guide
22903, VA, Charlottesville, 540 Massie Road
What's nearby
University of Virginia
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Klockner Stadium
11 min walk - 0.9 km
Davenport Field
12 min walk - 1.1 km
John Paul Jones Arena
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Barracks Road Shopping Center
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Charlottesville Station
13 min drive
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO)
22 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A
14 min walk
McDonald's
11 min walk
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
4 min drive
Cook-Out
3 min drive
Starbucks
4 min drive
About this property
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG
Upscale hotel near University of Virginia
Close to John Paul Jones Arena, Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG provides a free daily manager's reception, a garden, and an outdoor entertainment area. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
Books, wedding services, and a banquet hall
Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a porter/bellhop
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
Room features
All 198 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Highchairs, free infant beds, and free extra beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding and Frette Italian sheets
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and mini fridges
Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 12.99 per day)
Parking and transportation
Valet parking on site (USD 29 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 40 for adults and USD 20 to 40 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
24-hour gym
Books
Free bicycle rentals
Family friendly
Children's games
Free rollaway/extra bed
High chair
In-room crib
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
10 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
6 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2023
Colonial architecture
Communal living room
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Free rollaway/extra bed
Frette Italian sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Electrical adapters
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 40 for adults, and USD 20 to 40 for children
Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 12.99 per day (rates may vary)
Valet parking fee: USD 29 per day (in/out privileges)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Kimpton The Forum By Ihg
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG Hotel
Kimpton The Forum Hotel an IHG Hotel
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG Charlottesville
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG Hotel Charlottesville
Frequently asked questions
Is Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG?
As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG on Apr 6, 2026 start from ¥30,090, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is available for USD 29 per day.
What time is check-in at Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG located?
Located in UVA, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Virginia and John Paul Jones Arena. Barracks Road Shopping Center and Davenport Field are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Service was lovely — the hotel and gardens were gorgeous and so enjoyable! The food was delicious — the bartenders needed a bit more training though as they struggled to keep up with guests / attend to people arriving quickly (although they were so sweet!).
We had an awesome stay here! The location was perfect and it was a super easy to walk to the stadium. The rooms were super clean, and the hotel had everything we needed. The sports bar downstairs was such a nice bonus and had great food. The Hatch Smash burger was so good! Definitely recommend staying here if you’re in town.
We have stayed here before and really love the amenities the decor, the architecture and most of all the friendly staff especially Catherine, Taylor, and Cortney. The food is really delicious.
Evarist
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah
Dec 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is very courteous and helpful. Clean rooms and nice sheets. Stayed for several nights.
Only one criticism, I stayed on the first floor, people smoke right outside the doors on the benches and when the door is opened during and after their smoking, the smoke gets sucked into the hotel and smells the hallways up with toxic smoke fumes instead of healthy nice smelling air. It’s a beautiful property with wooded trails in the back. Pet-friendly! Front-desk staff, manager, and valet staff are all polite and respectful and genuinely friendly. I recommend this hotel and I stay only at Kimptons whenever I travel.
The Kimpton Forum in Charlottesville is a terrific hotel with everything you’d expect from a new, high-quality property. The facilities are spotless and modern, with excellent amenities and beautifully maintained landscaping that makes the whole place feel inviting. Its location right on UVA’s campus is hard to beat, and the meeting spaces are spacious and well-designed — perfect for events or conferences. A great choice whether you’re visiting for business or leisure.
Perfect spot to visit UVA campus, Monticello- Great new hotel with very friendly service. No brainer stay -
Evert
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alice
May 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Gardens
Alice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie
Jul 6, 2025
All of the staff was extremely outgoing and wanted to make sure we had the best stay possible. We loved the room - very clean and the bed was very comfortable.
The only thing I would say that could be improved is notifying people that they had an option to park without using the valet service and if they chose to use it there would be a daily fee.
Beautiful hotel, very quiet and peaceful, great location with easy access to the downtown restaurant and shopping area. Staff was very friendly and helpful.