Photography & Videography Policy

Photography & Videography Policy

Quirk Charlottesville welcomes visitors to enjoy our unique hotel, art gallery, and food and beverage outlets. The privacy and relaxation of the hotel for its guests is of utmost importance.


Quirk Charlottesville is private property and maintains a strict policy against the use of its grounds (all interior spaces, exterior grounds, etc.) for unauthorized personal, professional, or commercial photography/videography purposes.


The property does NOT allow any area of its hotel property (all indoor and outdoor grounds) to be used for NON-guest or professional photography or videography purposes, including but not limited to Wedding, Engagement, Class, Family and Individual Portraits, Advertising Photography, and Model/Fashion Shoots, etc.


Hotel Guests


Hotel guests may shoot non-commercial photography or video for their personal use (no professional equipment, lighting, etc.) in their room or on the property with respect to the privacy of other guests on property. Unauthorized person(s) and/or professional photographers are subject to immediate expulsion from the property.

Non-Guest Personal or Professional photography/videography


Non-guest personal or professional photography/videography will only be allowed and authorized by
appointment only and adhering to the guidelines below:

  • No photo/film location requests or activities will be approved which disrupt the normal activities of the hotel.
  • All photography requests will be reviewed and approved on based on occupancy, availability, and content with the appropriate fee schedule outlined below. *If you’re an event/wedding planner, restrictions may apply.
  • One area of preference will be granted per photoshoot. Before finalizing the photoshoot, this area and time will need to be confirmed with the sales and operations teams. It is understood that this area is permitted but is not a guarantee for the exclusive use of the space.
  • Areas are limited to the Lobby, Courtyard, Cafe, Gallery, Living Room, Fiddlehead, Primrose, Screening Room, & Rooftop. Guest rooms and surrounding areas are for hotel guests only.
  • No major set construction or alteration of buildings will be permitted. Any set decoration or large props must be clearly specified in writing and approved before session. All areas occupied in connection with the photography/filming must be returned to their normal condition.

Fee Schedule is subject to change.

Non-guest Photoshoot

  • $100 for one hour in the Lobby, Courtyard, Gallery, Living Room, Fiddlehead, Primrose & Screening Room
  • $200 for one hour on the Rooftop
  • One location only
  • Does not include a space for make-up or changing. If additional space is needed, inquire with our sales department on reserving a room.
  • Please use handles: @QuirkHotelCVA on Instagram and @QuirkHotel on LinkedIn.

Engagement/Wedding First Look
Fee applies to bridal couples not hosting their wedding or other related events at Quirk Charlottesville.

  • $250 for two hours
  • One location
  • Does not include a space for make-up or changing. If additional space is needed, inquire with our
  • sales department on reserving a room.
  • Please use handles: @QuirkHotelCVA on Instagram and @QuirkHotel on LinkedIn.

Portraits/Mini-Sessions

  • $500 for two hours (each additional hour $100)
  • One location
  • Does not include a space for make-up or changing. If additional space is needed, inquire with our sales department on reserving a room.
  • Location credit is required when posting online or sharing over social media. Please use handles:@QuirkHotelCVA on Instagram and @QuirkHotel on LinkedIn.

Corporate Headshots

  • $500 for two hours (each additional hour $100)
  • One location
  • Does not include a space for make-up or changing. If additional space is needed, inquire with our sales department on reserving a room.
  • Location credit is required when posting online or sharing over social media. Please use handles:@QuirkHotelCVA on Instagram and @QuirkHotel on LinkedIn.

Contact the Sales Department
Sales@QuirkCharlottesville.com
434-365-3890