Holiday Inn Express - Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
9.2 (1172 reviews)
480 McLaws Circle , Williamsburg , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean room
Cons:
Breakfast was lacking
Soft bedding

Categories

Cleanliness
8.66
The facility was new and very clean, but some towels were not replaced.
Service
9.63
Staff were friendly, helpful, and attentive to requests.
Location
9.67
Convenient location near Busch Gardens and other amenities.
Room Quality
9.12
Rooms were clean and spacious, but some discomfort due to softness of bedding.
Amenities
9.15
Standard amenities were available, though breakfast could be improved.
Value for Money
9.61
Good value considering the location and cleanliness.
Food and Beverage
8.16
Breakfast was disappointing compared to previous visits, needed improvement.
Overall Experience
9.63
Overall a very enjoyable stay with just minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 17:56

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

An outdoor pool and a fitness center set the scene at this Williamsburg, Virginia hotel. Guests can unwind by the pool or stay active in the well-equipped fitness center.

Convenient Location

Situated just 2.4 km from Busch Gardens amusement park, this Holiday Inn Express offers easy access to the area's top attractions. The College of William and Mary and Colonial Williamsburg are also a short drive away.

Modern Comforts

Rooms at the Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area are designed for convenience and comfort. With free High-Speed Internet, a microwave, refrigerator, and flat-screen TV in every room, guests can relax and stay connected throughout their stay.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at the Williamsburg Holiday Inn Express!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ORF

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1172 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.66
Service: 9.63
Location: 9.67
Room Quality: 9.12
Amenities: 9.15
Value for Money: 9.61
Food and Beverage: 8.16
Overall Experience: 9.63
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Heather • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Location! Staff! Breakfast!

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
10
Pros:

Bring back the waffles ,pancakes were not good.

Cons:

Pancakes

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Dietrich • couple • us
8
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • family_with_children • us
4
Would not stay again. Enjoy my sleep too much.
Pros:

Close to park

Cons:

Walls in rooms are paper thin. Neighbor was having a psychotic break and could hear her cussing and yelling all night. Staff tried to ask her to stop but that morning at breakfast she was still bothering guests with her mental health issues.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • us
9
Pros:

The breakfast was adequate

Cons:

No TV guide was found that provides list of programming and bath linens were a little worn.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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U6400TGamym • Family
10
We will definitely return to stay again will we go back to Busch gardens
Pros:

All the stuff there was very polite rooms were clean breakfast! was great

2026-05-11 • via Tripadvisor
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Deborah • family_with_children • us
10
Very good experience
Pros:

Breakfast room and staff great. 2nd time we stayed.

Cons:

Large bus of kids unruly and loud.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Ann • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great location to Busch Gardens. Friendly staff.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • couple • us
3
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Gricelda reyes • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Habitaciónes muy limpias y cómodas y el personal muy amable

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • solo_traveller • us
10
Great Place To Stay
Pros:

Everything was great! Lady at front desk was super nice and welcoming!

Cons:

No milk at breakfast and when asked the staff didn't speak English and looked at us like they had no idea what we wanted. But you need milk for cereal.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
4
486shawnas • Family • Natick, Massachusetts
10
Customer Service matters
Pros:

The customer service at this hotel was beyond amazing and much better than other nearby hotels. Specifically, Jennifer helped make our stay perfect. She was so personable and made us feel at home. We were also greeted by all front desk staff every time we entered and left the hotel. Thank you!! Customer service goes a long way.

2026-04-23 • via Tripadvisor
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Rodney • couple • us
10
Pros:

Vicinity to attractions

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Tawanna • family_with_children • us
9
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Monica • couple • us
10
Pros:

Everything was good

Cons:

No complaints

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Megan • family_with_children • us
7
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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18maryannp • Couples • Washington, Pennsylvania
10
Wonderful hotel in Williamsburg
Pros:

My husband and I recently stayed at this wonderful hotel on a trip to visit Colonial Williamsburg. Very comfortable room and the breakfast choices were also good. Coffee and tea are available 24/7. All if the front desk personnel very friendly. I definitely recommend this Holiday Inn Express for anyone visiting the Williamsburg area.

2026-04-04 • via Tripadvisor
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Benjamin • couple • us
8
Pros:

The staff was nice, rooms were clean and the location was great for my purposes

Cons:

Was charged twice for the safety deposit . Told hotel about issue and the assured me it didn't when I showed the the transaction already went through they charged again . This inconvenience did not get corrected until 2 weeks after my stay other then that the stay was nice

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Amelia • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Comfy bed and close to Busch Gardens which is why we picked it!

Cons:

I don't think they've vacuumed under the furniture in a very long time, we found all kinds of food under the sofa and kids toys under the lounge chair.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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sc783 • Family • Greenville, South Carolina
6
Nice Hotel but Tiny Rooms
Pros:

We tacked this stay on at the end of our stay and booked the HIE brand because we knew what we'd be getting. For the most part, that theory held true as there was the usual new, fairly clean hotel with a nice breakfast area. However, we were floored at the size of the rooms. We stayed in a room with two queen beds and felt as if we were on a cruise ship. I can't fathom how the designer of this hotel thought these dimensions were appropriate. With ourselves, our kids, and the luggage, there just wasn't room to move. The staff was friendly and the breakfast was above average, but we wouldn't stay here again just due to the close quarters.

2026-03-22 • via Tripadvisor