In partnership with the Radford University and Foundation, the Radford Hotel is a ground up hotel and conference center situated at the southwest corner of the Radford University Campus and features 124 guestrooms, a 4,000sf ballroom, and a rooftop restaurant/bar overlooking the RU campus.  The hotel sits along Tyler Avenue, fronting Draper Hall to become a visual centerpiece for vehicular traffic entering the downtown area.  The building exterior pulls from the architectural heritage of the Radford Campus, offering a contemporary interpretation of the Georgian architectural style that permeates the surrounding buildings.  Large expanses of glass line the ground floor, suites, and rooftop floor to capitalize on the stunning views across campus and connect with students and faculty walking to and from campus.  The rooftop bar and restaurant will provide an additional event space with an outdoor terrace featuring unobstructed views overlooking the RU campus and surrounding hillside.

The interior design draws from the university history, bringing elements from school tradition and the towns Celtic heritage into a refined contemporary aesthetic. Local influences will resonate throughout the building, as the hotel looks to seamlessly integrate into the fabric of Radford and become a brilliant addition to this beautiful town. The project opened in April of 2023 and was delivered as a design-build partnership with SB Ballard.