The Publisher, Downtown Fredericksburg, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Fredericksburg hotel

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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711 William Street, Fredericksburg, VA, 22407
  • Place, University of Mary Washington
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fredericksburg Battlefield
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Fredericksburg

In Fredericksburg .You'll be steps from Fredericksburg Confederate Cemetery and within a 10-minute walk of Historic Kenmore and George Washington’s Ferry Farm. James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library and Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Historic Kenmore and George Washington’s Ferry Farm - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Mary Washington - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fredericksburg Battlefield - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Fredericksburg Station - 14 min walk
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harry's Downtown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spirits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sedona Taphouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Foode - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom Fredericksburg - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Publisher, Downtown Fredericksburg, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Fredericksburg hotel
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Fredericksburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2024
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Publisher, Downtown Fredericksburg, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Beds feature down comforters. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

This Fredericksburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 25 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 for adults and USD 5 to 12 for children
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (24 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 25.00 for adults, and USD 5.00 to 12.00 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Property is also known as

The Publisher Fredericksburg a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Publisher, Downtown Fredericksburg, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamala

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was large and roomy. Clean and the staff was friendly and warm
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful hotel. Parking is additional $20 that kind of sucks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My first time in Fredericksburg, the Publisher l made my stay much more pleasant
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is beautiful. Rooms are clean and the view of the civil war cemetery from our balcony was really cool and thought provoking. Staff is excellent and ready to help in any way! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Professional, high end, lovely restaurant and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facilities and friendly staff. Lots of dining options within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was thrilled with this Hotel. Absolutely beautiful. Staff was great. Hotel bar in the steakhouse was amazing. Bartender who was newer to bartending was friendly, engaging and made some mean martinis. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Everita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well renovated place, no smells, all fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfection
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary, Brooklyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was good. Bar was great. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn, staten island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Steps away from food and shopping. And walkable to the battlefield.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025