Richmond, Virginia’s RevPAR Rebound and Diverse Lodging Demand

Chelsey Leffet | September 18, 2023

By Chelsey Leffet Richmond’s economy is diverse compared to the greater region. The city has long been a hub for a number of industries, including financial, medical, biotechnology, manufacturing, and transportation. Moreover, the presence of federal and state agencies is a stabilizing factor for the area’s economy. The city’s economic base is supported by major colleges and universities, Dominion Energy, a Federal Reserve Bank, Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, and the VA Bio+Tech Park businesses, just to name a few. Local hotels benefit from the strength of these employers. The Richmond region’s lodging ...