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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG

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Free breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a small table, a chair, a bed, a TV, and a large window.

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(94 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a desk lamp, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a kitchenette, and a wooden door.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a view of the bathroom and kitchen.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Hethwood - Prices Fork, a neighborhood in Blacksburg, is home to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jefferson National Forest and Huckleberry Trail, while Museum of Geosciences and Lyric Theatre are cultural highlights. Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech and Alexander Black House & Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Blacksburg travel guide
Map
1020 Plantation Rd, Blacksburg, VA, 24060

What's nearby

  • A stone building with a large arched entrance labeled "Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University."
    Virginia Tech University
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A football stadium filled with spectators, a marching band on the field, and a scoreboard displaying Virginia Tech.
    Lane Stadium
    7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Skelton Conference Center
    4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Museum of Geosciences
    5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cassell Coliseum
    7 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Kroger Fuel Center
    2 min drive
  • Panera Bread
    19 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    4 min drive
  • Macado's
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 600 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG located?

Located in Hethwood - Prices Fork, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Skelton Conference Center and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Virginia Tech University. Museum of Geosciences and Historic Smithfield Plantation are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 707 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1003 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and staff are so sweet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great fit for my family and close proximity
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, comfortable room. WiFi was excellent. Shower was very good. The woman at the front desk who checked me in was welcoming, friendly, and helpful. Would be happy to stay here again when traveling.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room we're big with plenty of room for relaxing. Morning breakfast was very nice. I like their coffee machines that brewed fresh coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice and clean property. Breakfast was good. The breakfast staff was kind and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our stay was fantastic from start to finish. The room was clean, quiet, and very comfortable. The staffs were kind and helpful. We had a wonderful time and plan to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious and clean room. Staff is nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location to Virginia Tech and a good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a very nice hotel. Close to a gas station for late night snacks. Nice swimming pool. Clean grounds. Would definitely recommend and stay again when im the area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean and spacious. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, very friendly and helpful. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, pleasant staff, breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

This is a very basic hotel that’s very outdated but it’s a place to sleep. The beds were the best part of the hotel, very comfortable. I thought the kitchenette would have some basic necessities but there was nothing. I found some dirt on the sheets when we opened the pullout for my daughter.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff was helpful when ask for help about the a/c unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious room, good staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, spacious rooms, great breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean, the hotel was well appointed and the staff was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room and nice staff at check in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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I cannot say enough wonderful things about our stay. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make sure both myself and my service dog were completely taken care of and comfortable. That level of true inclusivity and care means the world to a working dog handler. What made our trip even more special was how wonderfully the staff treated our children. They didn't just nod and smile-they engaged them in genuine, respectful, adult-like conversations that made our kids feel so valued and important. It's rare to find a hotel where every single family member feels this seen and cared for. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room, great food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Staff was very helpful. Rooms were nice. Great visit
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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Room clean and spacious! Staff very friendly. Breakfast manager seemed annoyed and kept cutting guest off to reload food -no “excuse me”. Pancake maker was not working :( otherwise great stay- check in was a breeze and able to get in room early
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I usually avoid these type of hotels as I feel like they lack character, but I appreciated the staff and you could tell that they had a great manager who looked out for the team, especially in extreme weather conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff person who checked us in was very kind and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

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This was our second time staying here during college move-in - the hotel is clean, rooms are spacious and clean, but this time our air conditioner sounded like a truck left running all night long. It was impossible to sleep. I told the attendant at the front desk the next day and they put in for a repair, but it never happened. We just turned the air conditioner off our last night there and slept in a hotter than preferred room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026