Oakhurst Inn at the University

There are things you need to know; while there is a climate control panel in the room, it doesn’t work. We arrived, the room was an austere 65 degrees, we had to beg reception to get it up to 70 — it was a cold day. Reception is a separate building, its entrance is indicated by a sign with arrows pointing in two opposing directions. To turn off the bedside lights in room 21 you have to unscrew the bulbs. The important looking electrical outlets by the bed don’t work. The main light switch must be on to light the lamps, charge your devices, make your coffee, etc. You can turn off the lamps at night by finding the appropriate buttons near the bottom.

Friendly, caring and accommodating staff. Charming, comfortable, home-like rooms.

Everything was wonderful the only thing that confused me were the prices. The food, the staff, basically everything with one exception, I paid approximately $400 a night and yet on their website there were specials I qualified for, and when I searched for prices many were a lot less. More transparency would be nice and if you’re offering discounts, somebody should communicate that to you when you check in.

I appreciated the quiet, clean room. I was able to work and slept soundly. I would like to return for a weekend when the students are not in session to explore Charlottesville with my husband.

The breakfast is provided at the Oakhurst Cafe, which provides imaginative and very tasty menu. Thoroughly recommended. Not included in the room charge.