
Boar's Head Resort
Best for multi-day resort stays where on-site activities (golf, tennis, pools, spa) matter most.
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Boar's Head Resort is a full-service, family-friendly resort on a large estate with golf, multiple pools, a Sports Club and a full-service spa; this guide is for travelers who want an activity-rich resort near UVA. The Draftsman, Charlottesville, University, Autograph Collection Hotel is a 4-star Marriott Autograph boutique hotel steps from the University of Virginia; this is for visitors who want a downtown/UVA stay with compact, modern hotel amenities.
Updated · about 2.1 miles (3.4 km) apart

Best for multi-day resort stays where on-site activities (golf, tennis, pools, spa) matter most.

Best for short stays or UVA-area trips when you want a downtown location and chain-quality consistency.
When Boar's Head Resort wins: Choose Boar's Head if you want an on-property Sports Club, multiple pools (including a family Aquatics Center and adults-only spa pool), championship golf, kids’ programming and a spa; it’s the better choice for families, groups wanting activities, or business retreats that need big event spaces.
When The Draftsman wins: Choose The Draftsman if your priority is being within a short walk of the University of Virginia, the UVA Medical Center and downtown Charlottesville attractions, or if you prefer a modern boutique hotel with Marriott loyalty benefits and a compact footprint.
Bottom line: Pick Boar's Head for an activity-filled resort experience and event capacity; pick The Draftsman for location next to UVA and a streamlined, downtown hotel stay.
| Category | Boar's Head Resort | The Draftsman, Charlottesville, University, Autograph Collection Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, activity-focused resort on a 573-acre estate | Urban boutique hotel with Marriott Autograph branding |
| Location | About a 5–10 minute drive to UVA and downtown (on resort grounds outside central Charlottesville) | Steps from the University of Virginia and ~6-minute walk to UVA Hospital |
| Size (rooms) | 168–170 rooms | 150 guestrooms |
| Who can stay | All ages; family-friendly (kids’ club, children’s pool available) | All ages; not adults-only |
| Pools | Three outdoor pools including family Aquatics Center (lazy river, slide) and an adults-only spa pool | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site outlets: The Mill Room (fine dining), Turn & Table, Racquets Fresh Market, Aqua Poolside Food & Drink, 24-hour Grab‑N‑Go | One restaurant (The Ridley) plus a bar/lounge and limited room service |
| Spa & wellness | Full-service Spa at Boar's Head with treatment rooms, eucalyptus steam rooms and spa pool; Sports Club (15,000 sq ft) with classes | Not published |
| Meetings & events | Extensive event space (multiple ballrooms, Pavilion up to ~630 theatre), many meeting rooms | Conference space ~1,046 sq ft and 4 meeting rooms (suitable for small events) |
| Best for | Families, golfers, spa-goers, groups and guests wanting an on-site activity program | UVA visitors, short downtown stays, guests wanting a boutique Marriott experience |
Boar's Head sits on a large estate a short drive from UVA and downtown Charlottesville.
Choose Boar's Head when you want resort seclusion with easy driving access to UVA and regional attractions.
The Draftsman is a university-area hotel located within a short walk of UVA and medical facilities.
Choose The Draftsman for the shortest walk to UVA and downtown dining and attractions.
Boar's Head offers Deluxe Room configurations across a larger room/suite inventory on property.
Boar's Head has a wider mix of resort rooms and suites suited to families and longer stays.
The Draftsman provides modern, city-style guestrooms in a 150-room boutique hotel.
The Draftsman suits travelers who want a compact, well-equipped room for UVA or downtown visits.
Boar's Head has several on-property dining options from fine dining to poolside service.
Boar's Head gives a wider range of on-site dining formats and meal times for families and groups.
The Draftsman offers one main restaurant and a bar with limited room service.
The Draftsman focuses dining on a central restaurant and lounge, convenient for downtown evenings.
Boar's Head centers on its Sports Club and Aquatics Center as core resort amenities.
Pools, racquets and a large fitness club are primary reasons to pick Boar's Head for activity-focused stays.
The Draftsman's listing does not publish a dedicated guest pool.
If on-site pools or a resort Sports Club matter, The Draftsman is not the right pick.
Boar's Head provides a full-service spa plus broad on-site recreation.
Boar's Head is better for wellness-focused stays, active vacations and family entertainment.
The Draftsman lists fitness and some accessibility-friendly spa features but no full spa menu published.
The Draftsman is appropriate when you want convenient access to downtown nightlife rather than on-site spa programming.

Boar's Head — children's pool, Kids Club options, family Aquatics Center, activity program and outdoor recreation.

The Draftsman — steps from the University of Virginia and close to UVA Hospital and campus sights.

Boar's Head — championship 18-hole course, par‑3 course, extensive racquet facilities and lessons.

The Draftsman — Marriott Autograph branding, downtown location and streamlined, city-hotel layout.
The Draftsman is steps from UVA. Boar's Head is a short drive from campus.
Boar's Head has multiple pools (including a family Aquatics Center), a kids’ club, golf and extensive recreational programming; The Draftsman is a city hotel without published pool or kids’ activity programs.
Boar's Head has a full-service spa with published treatments and hours. The Draftsman’s listing notes a wheelchair-accessible spa but does not publish full spa details.
Boar's Head — significantly more meeting and ballroom space (Pavilion/Grand Ballroom options); The Draftsman has about 1,046 sq ft of conference space and four meeting rooms for smaller events.
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