Awards & Press
It's always been our mission to be one of the top boutique hotels in Charlottesville, VA, and we’re honored and humbled to have been recognized by several prestigious travel organizations over the years.
For press inquiries, contact: reception@the-clifton.com
1799 Awarded Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the Clifton’s Signature Restaurant, 1799
2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards
“Romantic Respite”
January 7, 2019 | Capitol File Magazine
"Authentic, historic and sophisticated country getaway."
"12 NEW BOUTIQUE HOTELS TO VISIT THIS YEAR"
December 18, 2018 | Southern Living
"THE BEST PLACES FOR A GIRLS TRIP"
December 14, 2018 | O, The Oprah Magazine
"FIVE MUST-VISIT HOTEL HAPPY HOURS"
October 19, 2018 | Garden & Gun
"BRINED, BRAISED, AND BEAUTIFUL: TUCK INTO THE CLIFTON’S PORK BELLY"
September 20, 2018 | C-Ville | Knife & Fork
"THE CLIFTON IS THE NUMBER ONE REASON TO VISIT CAHRLOTTESVILLE THIS FALL"
September 26, 2018 | DC Refined
"The top reason to visit is The Clifton, a fully renovated boutique hotel and resort with a Michelin-starred chef, Matthew Bousquet, who runs the property’s main restaurant, 1799. Before this, Bousquet won his Michelin star at the acclaimed restaurant, Mirepoix, in northern California."
"SOMETHING NEW"
AUGUST 29, 2018 | Washingtonian
"Be among the first to experience these new or renovated local escapes."
"INN AND OUT: THE CLIFTON PLAYS IT COOL" AUGUST 2, 2018 | C-Ville Abode
August 2, 2018 | C-Ville Abode
"A HISTORICAL STAY IN CHARLOTTESVILLE, AT THE CLIFTON"
July 26, 2018 | Women's Wear Daily
"Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the charming estate was recently redesigned by Blackberry Farm Design and features a restaurant from Michelin-starred chef Matthew Bousquet."
"THE CLIFTON’S FACELIFT INCLUDES A RENEWED FOCUS ON THE FOOD"
July 18, 2018 | C-Ville
"CHARLOTTESVILLE'S IMPRESSIVE COUNTRYSIDE BOUTIQUE PARADISE, THE CLIFTON, IS AN ENCHANTING FUSION OF CLASSIC AND CONTEMPORARY STYLE..."
July 12, 2018 | We Heart
"The Clifton is an inimitable celebration of the past fused with a forward-thinking attitude”
"HISTORIC CHARM AND MODERN LUXURY IN CHARLOTTESVILLE"
July 11, 2018 | G&G Magazine
"THE BEST DRINKS TO HIDE IN YOUR BEACH THERMOS THIS SUMMER"
July 9, 2018 | GQ
Bartenders tell us what drinks they're packing for their next day by the sea.
"SOUTHERN BELLE"
July 3, 2018 | MONOCLE
"WHAT TO DRINK WITH YOUR BURGER THIS SUMMER"
July 1, 2018 | GQ
Burgers often have a lot going on, and bartenders recommend keeping cocktail pairings simple.
"TRAVEL NEWS: OPENINGS, RENOVATIONS, AND NEW TRIPS TO BOOK THIS WEEK"
June 25, 2018 | DEPARTURES
The Clifton in Virginia debuts renovations.
"AN EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK AT VIRGINIA'S NEW CLIFTON HOTEL"
June 18, 2018 | ROBB REPORT
The classic colonial-style property has debuted new interiors by the design team behind Tennessee’s Blackberry Farm—and it holds a fascinating place in American history.
"EXPERIENCING A MOMENT OF SONDER"
June 10, 2018 | DAILY PROGRESS
This month, the newly renovated Clifton is shedding the “Inn” part of its moniker, and will hereby be known only as The Clifton.
"WHERE TO TRAVEL IN JUNE "
June 1, 2018 | FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE
With warming temperatures and lingering sunshine, June is the month to pack a bag and hit the road before the summer heat and crowds descend. Whether you prefer to take in a sailing race or slowly savor some local flavors, these six sensational destinations promise picture-perfect ways to soak in the seasonal fun.
"THE 15 BEST-DESIGNED HOTELS OPENING THIS SUMMER"
May 8, 2018 | ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST
As luxury hotels aim to distinguish themselves as destinations, design assumes an ever greater role—from Calistoga in California to the Maldives.