Hotel, arboretum and gardens
The Forum Hotel, Tahija Arboretum & LaCross Botanical Gardens
Experience a dynamic learning hub, collaboration and wellness on the vibrant Darden School Grounds:
- The Forum Hotel is an inviting boutique oasis featuring thoughtfully designed interiors and diverse food and beverage options. Indoor and outdoor event spaces provide captivating settings for connection and reflection.
- Nearby, the Tahija Arboretum and LaCross Botanical Gardens offer tranquility, beauty and wellness with a pond, a restored stream and inviting walking trails.
We invite you to be a part of our history at this pivotal moment by considering the unique opportunity to name these remarkable spaces in our new LaCross Botanical Gardens and Tahija Arboretum. Several spaces have already been reserved, but many exciting locations remain available.
The Grove Ballroom
A versatile space for gatherings, accommodating up to 800 people.
Hotel Rooms (188)
Comfortable guestrooms designed for ultimate relaxation.
188 AVAILABLE
Hospitality Suite
A versatile space located on the hotel's second floor, ideal for small meetings and events.
Fireplace
An inviting fireplace between The Forum Hotel's lobby and the Bruner Case Study.
Hotel Suites (4)
| Space | Status | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| The Forum Hotel and Conference Center | ||
| Hospitality | ||
| Fireplace | Available | $100,000 |
| Guest Rooms and Suites | ||
| Hotel Suites (4) | Available | $200,000 |
*All naming and naming levels subject to UVA approval
Plant a Tree at Darden
Join us in enhancing the beauty of the Tahija Arboretum and LaCross Botanical Gardens that encircle the Forum Hotel with the addition of 1,300 trees including dogwoods and eastern redbuds. At a contribution of $10,000, you can have the unique opportunity to name a tree. It's a perfect way to honor your graduating class, favorite faculty member, fellow student, a loved one or even an organization with a dedicated grove of trees.
- Camellia Promenade
- The Forum Amphitheater
- Event Lawn
- Lower Foot Bridge
- The Connection Bridge
- Alumni Gateway
- Gateway and Promenade
- Law Gateway
- The Carl Mason Franklin Footbridge
- The Grove Ballroom Terrace
- Japanese Garden
- Chinese Garden
- Viburnum Garden
- Prehistoric Plants Garden
- International Edibles Garden
- Magnolia Garden
- Thomas Jefferson Garden
- Pond
- L’Orangerie Garden
- International Garden
- Riparian Garden
- Spring Ephemeral Walk
- Tulip Poplar Thicket
- Stream
- Beech Grove
- Fern Glade
- Azalea, Kalmia and Rhododendron Knoll
- Spicebush Bramble
- Conifer Walk
- Council Ring
- Sassafras Hill
Be a part of Darden’s fulcrum moment.