The Art of The Stay
YOUR GUEST GUIDE
What’s Inside
HISTORY
PERMANENT ARTWORK
THINGS TO KNOW
DOG FRIENDLY
GET CONNECTED
FITNESS CENTER
DINING
AMENITIES
MURAL ROOMS
ON-SITE EVENTS
HOST AN EVENT
GALLERY & BOUTIQUE
DO’S & DON’TS
GETTING AROUND
THINGS TO DO
PARTNER PROPERTY
REWARDS
Our Legacy & Artful Inspiration
Originally erected in 1916 as the J.B. Mosby & Co. Dry Goods Store, this Italian Renaissance-designed building now houses Quirk Hotel Richmond, a captivating blend of art, history, and playfulness, brimming with natural light and charm.
Founded by Katie and Ted Ukrop in 2005, Quirk Gallery embraced the city’s creative spirit, providing a unique space for local and regional artists to shine. This same desire to ignite curiosity led to the creation of Quirk Hotel in 2015. Here, art and history intertwine, captivating both locals and guests, and inviting them to embrace the magic of the present moment.
Quirk Hotel is recognizably one of Richmond’s most unique architectural gems. The building was an upscale department store, purposefully built to showcase beautiful displays and epitomize the height of retail in 1917. The legacy of the hotel’s original character speaks to the design-forward approach in every area of the property.
The expansive first floor, home to the Lobby Bar restaurant and Coffee Bar, embraces the originally preserved architecture, including the segmental arches, vaulted ceilings, unique entries, expansive windows, and ornamental ironwork staircase.
The hotel strives to pay homage to the original beauty of the building while curating artful delight. Each guestroom has been outfitted with custom bed frames crafted from 100-year-old Virginia walnut beams that were taken out of the original structure and repurposed during construction. The intentionality of each room is not merely present in the furniture, but extends to the thoughtfulness of the artwork within each space. Select rooms even feature large-scale mural installations.
At Quirk Richmond, we’ve worked to embrace the legacy and location of our hotel while creating an artful environment for today’s discerning guest. Echoing the words of Junius B. Mosby, the original owner in 1917, it “is a distinctly Richmond product from its conception to its completion.”
A Curated Journey
PERMANENT ARTWORK
THROUGHOUT THE HOTEL
Quirk is the expression of a true art hotel. We have unique artwork on display in our designated Gallery and throughout the entire hotel. We believe art brings personality, curiosity, and conversation. Art elevates and emphasizes memorable moments for our guests. Whether dining in the Lobby Bar, relaxing in our appointed guest rooms, or even riding the elevator to the Q Rooftop, there are artful surprises to explore at every turn.
HOW TO EXPLORE THE HOTEL’S COLLECTION
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We encourage guests to explore the art throughout the hotel. If you’re staying the night or even if you just stopped in for a cocktail, take a few minutes to explore local, regional, and nationally acclaimed artists while taking in Quirk’s unique architecture and inviting style. Welcome!
Teapots (2015), Sean Donlon
Sean Donlon’s handblown glass teapots in the private dining room of the Lobby Bar reinterprets the traditional Southern tea service. These whimsical pieces, commissioned by Quirk Hotel, encourage a modern look at familiar hospitality symbols. Donlon remarks on the ritual significance of tea across cultures, suggesting these teapots remind us to pause, reflect, and appreciate the simplicity and joy of a shared cup of tea.
Ropes No. 1 (2022), Meg Morrison
For Meg Morrison, creating ropes became a therapeutic process during a time of personal loss. With a repetitive, decision-free stitching, this artwork provided a mindful distraction. Morrison’s journey with clay and rope reflects a commitment to finding joy in the creative process, a lesson learned from her daughter, Sarah, emphasizing the healing power of art.
Elizabeth Graber Murals
Elizabeth Graeber is an artist and illustrator working in Baltimore, MD. Primarily working in ink, gouache paint and watercolor, she creates drawings for books, magazines, shops and personal commissions. Elizabeth has drawn for a variety of companies including Warby Parker, Alice and Olivia, Washington Post and her favorite hotel, The Quirk.
Cat Baby (2015), Sarah Hand
Commissioned for the hotel’s public spaces and elevator vestibules on each floor, Sarah Hand’s papier-mâché portraits draw from the building’s communal life, offering a playful homage to its daily characters. These pieces echo the Ukrop family’s aim for a space that mirrors the warmth and uniqueness of a home, filled with personal touches and a sense of belonging.
For Your Reference
CHECK IN TIME 4:00pm
CHECK OUT TIME 11:00am
DAILY HOUSEKEEPING AVAILABLE
Notify the Front Desk, by dialing “0”, the day of your arrival or the night before you would like service.
DRY CLEANING
Dry cleaning is available Monday-Friday. The laundry bag is hanging in the closet of your room. Drop your clothing in the bag and either dial “0” to have it picked up or bring it to the Front Desk by 8:30am for next-day return.
WIFI IS FAST THROUGHOUT THE HOTEL
WIFI: Quirk Hotel
PASSWORD: fuelthelove
READY TO TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS?
BUSINESS CENTER
Open 24/7, located on our lower level.
SELF-SERVICE ICE MACHINES
Located on floors 3, 5, & 6.
IN-ROOM SAFE
Located in your closet, instructions inside safe.
FORGET SOMETHING?
Personal items and extra linens, towels, glassware, and bottled water are available at the Front Desk.
Quirk Boutique carries an assortment of sundry items available for purchase along with curated gifts.
Traveling With Your Best Friend?
WE’RE DOG FRIENDLY!
GENERAL DOG INFO
Maximum canine weight is 70 lbs. $75 fee per dog, per stay.
The Lobby Bar and Coffee Bar have dog-friendly seating options
Abner Clay Park is 3 blocks from the hotel.
PET-FRIENDLY DESTINATIONS IN RICHMOND
Ruff Canine Club
Triple Crossing Brewing Company
Union Market
Southern Railway Taphouse
Lunch.Supper!
Hollywood Cemetery
Ardent Craft Ales
Tommie’s Patio at River City Roll
Oak & Apple
Church Hill Dog Park
Busky Cider
Belle Isle
ZZQ
Get Connected
CONCIERGE
BELL STAFF/VALET
HOUSEKEEPING
Dial 0
NEED EXTRA TOWELS OR PILLOWS?
Dial 0
ROOM–TO–ROOM CALLS
Dial 7 + room number
LOCAL CALLS
Dial 9 + number
LONG DISTANCE
Dial 9 + 1 + area code + number
TOLL-FREE
Dial 9 + 1 + toll-free number
INTERNATIONAL
Dial 9 + 011 + country code + city code + number International rates apply
DIRECTORY ASSISTANCE
Local: Dial 9 + 411 Long distance: Dial 9 + 1 + area code + 555.1212
IVY APP
Quirk’s Virtual Assistant is here to help! Ivy is here 24/7 to help with anything you need. Shoot us a text at 855-935-4591.
Looking for Some Activity?
CHECK OUT OUR HOTEL FITNESS CENTER
Open 24 hours on the lower level and accessible with your room key.
HIT THE TRAILS WITH LOCAL RUNNING ROUTES
James River Waterfront Park
Belle Isle Trails
Forest Hill Park Trail
Texas Beach Trail
Monument Ave
Maymont Park
Virginia Capital “Cap” Trail
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Hungry?
WE HAVE OPTIONS TO KEEP YOU SATISFIED
The Lobby Bar & Coffee Bar have dog friendly seating options.
THE
LOBBY BAR
MEDITERRANEAN INSPIRED CUISINE
Serving happy hour and dinner daily. Brunch is available Saturday & Sunday.
Q ROOFTOP BAR
Open seasonally from April–October.*
Opens nightly: 5:00 pm
Local craft brews, regional wines & spirits, bar bites & mains cooked to order.
*Hours subject to change, check our website for the most updated information
COFFEE
BAR
Breakfast: 7:00am – 11:00am
Grab & Go: 24/7
The Coffee Bar serves locally-roasted selections from Richmond’s Blanchard’s Coffee Roasting Company along with local teas, the prettiest pastries, and savory snacks freshly made in-house. Enjoy a selection of Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods from our grab & go case at the Coffee Bar.
Fill up with Q²O, our water dispenser located next to the grab & go case.
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HOURS OF OPERATION
Daily
3:00 - 11:00pm
HELLO THERE HAPPY HOUR
Daily
4:00 - 6:00pm DINNER
Sunday - Thursday
5:00 - 9:00pm
Friday - Saturday
5:00 - 10:00pm
BRUNCH
Saturday & Sunday
10:30am - 2:00pm
Lobby Bar Restaurant
The Lobby Bar is a celebration of Virginia’s inventive dining revolution with a travelogue of Mediterranean-influenced sharable plates. Locally sourced and sustainably mindful, The Lobby Bar is an experience that is playful, refined, and without pretense. Stop by for a bite ...stay for a meal.
Our menu and hours change, please check our website for the latest updates.
Q Rooftop Bar
OH! THAT VIEW
THE Q ROOFTOP BAR TAKES RESERVATIONS
BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 5 - 7PM
To make a reservation, dial “0” or talk to the Front Desk.
For hotel guests only.
Richmond’s favorite spot for an evening cocktail. Open-air Q Rooftop is the place to be for a creatively curated menu of drinks and Belgium inspired beer garden fare. With more than 2,000 sq. ft. of gorgeous views, Q Rooftop is a picture-perfect backdrop.
Our menu and hours change, please check our website for the latest updates. Dogs are not allowed at the Q Rooftop Bar but are welcome at the Lobby Bar and Coffee Bar.
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HOURS OF OPERATION
Open seasonally from April through October. Hours are weather permitting. BAR
5:00 - 11:00pm daily
FOOD SERVICE
Sunday - Thursday 5:00 - 9:00pm Friday & Saturday 5:00 - 10:00pm
Elevate Your Experience QUIRK AMENITIES
PRETTY IN PINK
Elevate your stay with our Pretty In Pink treats tray. We’ve partnered with local Richmond businesses Cirrus Vodka & Navy Hill, as well as a slate of Virginia favorites, to provide you with the makings of a perfect in-room happy hour! This add-on can be purchased for $125.
RVA BEER MIXED PACK
Named one of the “Top 10 Beer Scenes” by USA Today, Richmond boasts over 30+ breweries to try. Start your craft beer journey with a mixed three-pack of locally brewed beers along with a can of Hubb’s Virginia Peanuts. This add-on can be purchased for $25.
CHARCUTERIE WITH CHEESE & CRACKERS
The ultimate nosh platter, enjoy a curated selection of cheeses and charcuterie served with crackers, dried or fresh fruit, and nuts—a perfect snack to start your night! This add-on can be purchased for $22.
CHEERS!
Toast your stay with one of our signature Quirk wines in partnership with Barboursville Vineyards.
Select from:
VIOGNIER | QUIRK HAPPINESS | BARBOURSVILLE, VA ‘18 $44 Tasting notes of bright pear, currants, and pineapple.
CABERNET FRANC | QUIRK | BARBOURSVILLE, VA ‘18 $47
Tasting notes of ripe berries, figs, and cherries.
Email guestservices@quirkrichmond.com or Dial “0” to order an amenity. Please note that some amenities must be ordered at least 24 hours in advance and are subject to availability.
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Mural Rooms
A FULLY ART-INFUSED STAY
We offer nine select rooms with original murals by acclaimed local artists. Enjoy their unique artistic perspectives by booking a one-of-a kind room. The artists were encouraged to be fanciful and free and to create a mural that is uniquely them and uniquely Quirk.
Each room not only spotlights Richmond’s established artists, but supports its next generation of talent with a percentage of each booking benefiting VisArt’s Make Space, a program pairing sixthgrade girls with female artists for a year of mentorship and art-making.
The mural rooms are also a great way to begin your journey if you’re planning to tour Richmond’s murals, many within walking distance of the Quirk Hotel. For a taste of our city’s public art, visit the Venture Richmond website or ask the Front Desk about neighborhood walking tours.
BOOK A MURAL ROOM
Interested in staying in a specific room to peek at the artwork? Select Mural Rooms pair with connecting rooms for families or groups of friends. Please contact our Front Desk team to discuss options.
Email to guestservices@quirkrichmond.com or call 804-340-6040
FEATURED ROOMS
Room 201, Chris Milk Hulburt
Richmond-based Chris Milk Hulburt has the ability to effortlessly transform a space to make it feel warm, comfortable, familiar, and happy. Central to Chris’s work are themes of love and partnership, home, a sense of place, and an appreciation of all the simple things in one’s life that make it truly beautiful and unmistakably magical.
Room 301, Sami Cronk
Sami Cronk is a mixed media artist based in Richmond, VA, working primarily in drawing and object making. Her process focuses on the connection between illustration and 3D forms, color palettes, and mark-making. Inspiration comes from day-to-day moments, material studies, animals, children’s books, plants, shapes, and nostalgia.
Room 402, Emily Herr
Emily Herr paints murals that claim public, visual space for inclusive, realistic, positive representation of women, normalizing and celebrating women in a broad spectrum of bodies and lifestyles and reducing the general female shame of simply taking up space.
On-Site Events
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
We regularly host events born out of our artist and community-centric character. Ask reception for more information, but at any given time, we’re likely to be hosting:
Artist Talks
Creative Workshops
Special Dinners
Pop-up Events and Markets
Happy Hours for a Cause
Holiday Bazaar (Seasonal)
Pop-Up Rooftop Yoga (Seasonal)
Meet at Quirk
Whether you’re from out of town or local and looking to impress your clients we have the perfect meeting spaces for your ideas to flourish.
4,000 sq. ft of flexible & functional meeting space
On-site dining and nightlife options for after-hours
73 Guest Rooms for attendees
Customizable menus and on-site catering
Quirk Gallery & Boutique
LOCATED OFF QUIRK HOTEL’S LOBBY
Quirk Gallery’s mission is to showcase some of the country’s most exciting emerging and established artists. Stroll through our rotating exhibitions or join us for one of our gallery events.
QUIRK BOUTIQUE
The Gallery store is the city’s best place to find unique gifts, one-of-a kind jewelry and creative items for the home. Featuring regular trunk shows, be sure to pop in for a visit during your stay or shop from your room by visiting our online store. LEARN MORE
HOURS
Monday-Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Quirk Do’s and Don’ts
DON’T FORGET TO SEND YOUR LOVE
Share your experience at Quirk with your friends by sending a postcard.
Find a free postcard in your room and stamps at the front desk.
DON’T GET BURNED
Smoking or vaping of any kind is not allowed.
There is a $300 charge for smoking in guest rooms or anywhere on the property.
DO BOOK DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR WEBSITE
Earn rewards by booking directly through our website and by joining QuirkPerks.
DO SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE ON SOCIAL MEDIA
We love to see what a great time our guests had with us, tag us!
DO HEAD UP TO OUR ROOFTOP BAR
The Q Rooftop Bar operates seasonally and depends on the weather. It’s for adults aged 21 and over with ID requirements. Pets aren’t allowed, and access is on a first-come, firstserved basis. Hotel guests get priority access via the lobby-level elevator.
If you’re looking for a more exclusive experience, contact the catering department for information on booking exclusive zones.
DO VISIT OUR PARTNER PROPERTY
Planning a trip, meeting, or event in Charlottesville? You’re in luck. We can host you at Quirk Charlottesville with the same great service, art focused rooms, downtown location, and gorgeous rooftop views.
DO COME BACK AND STAY AGAIN
Join our QuirkPerks program and starting earning rewards.
EXPLORE RICHMOND
Getting Around PARK & STAY A WHILE
PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
VALET PARKING IS AVAILABLE
$30 for overnight.
Self parking options are available within walking distance of the hotel.
WE’RE EARTH FRIENDLY!
TESLA WALL CONNECTORS
Electric vehicles seeking to use charging stations will park in the Brick Lot at North Madison & Broad Street.
Richmond City manages this lot, and we do not service it with valet.
It is self-pay/self-park.
IF YOU MUST GO, WE CAN HELP
TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS
TAXI OR PRIVATE CAR SERVICE
Contact the front desk for options.
PULSE BUS
Free transit system that serves the Broad Street corridor with buses running every 15 minutes. Learn more here.
IVY APP
Quirk’s Virtual Assistant is here to help! Ivy is here 24/7 to help with anything you need. Shoot us a text at 855-935-4591
LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDENS
Explore Richmond
THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS
DIAL “0” OR INQUIRE AT THE FRONT DESK
RESTAURANTS
Within walking distance
Lift Coffee Shop & Cafe
Pearly’s
Birdies
Bar Solita
Tarrant’s
And Dim Sum
SHOPPING
Within walking distance
Verdalina
Circle Thrift
Little Nomad
Blue Bones
Beyond
Carytown
Short Pump
Libby & Grove
OTHER
Within walking distance
Canal Walk
Institute for Contemporary Art
Beyond
Maymont
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Science Museum
Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
Capital Trail
Beyond Brenner Pass
Pinky’s
The Roosevelt
Beauvine
Late Night
Cobra Cabana
Beauvine
Fanboy
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