The Gin Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection

Nestled in the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains, the elegant Robert E. Lee Hotel offers a sophisticated stay for business and leisure travelers. The circa 1926 building is only a stone’s throw away from many popular attractions in Lexington, Virginia, including the Stonewall Jackson House and Washington and Lee University.

The 39 bright, airy accommodations feature mountain views and warm decor. Guests can choose between a variety of room options, including standard, king, queen, double, and penthouse suites. All accommodations feature dark wood furnishings, high ceilings, custom mattresses, hair dryers, organic bath products, terry bathrobes, luxe linens, flat-screen televisions, iPod speaker docks, cozy sitting areas, a workspace, and a spacious bathroom. Larger suites include chaise lounges, sofa beds, and private jacuzzi tubs. Lavish penthouse suites offer spacious living rooms, marble tile bathrooms, and fully-equipped kitchens. All rooms are kid friendly.

All guests receive a free, hot continental breakfast in the onsite cafe each morning. A 24/7 gym is fully-equipped with cardio machines, free weights, and exercise equipment. An event space, which features an elegant ballroom, is available for hosting weddings, conferences, corporate events, meetings, and social gatherings.

The onsite Italian restaurant, Rocca Bar Ristorante offers charming views of Lexington’s Main Street. It serves up local, seasonal, high-quality farm-to-table fare. The bar and lounge features an impressive menu of hand-crafted cocktails, fine wines, and craft beers.

There is an on-site wine bar and shop which features over 100 different bottles of wines, and six different wines on tap for guests to try.