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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to James Madison University

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Exterior
Lobby
Point of interest
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room (Specialty)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
196 Burgess Road, Harrisonburg, VA, 22801

What's nearby

  • James Madison University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A Dream Come True Playground - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Harrisonburg Farmers Market - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Sentara RMH Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Rockingham Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cookout - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wood Grill Buffet - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG

Hotel near James Madison University
Located close to Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and A Dream Come True Playground, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG provides free full breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a snack bar/deli.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Free newspapers, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 90 individually furnished rooms offer perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated in the business district, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of James Madison University, Edith J. Carrier Arboretum, and A Dream Come True Playground. Harrisonburg Farmers Market and Explore More Discovery Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 432 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 432 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 432 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 432 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 432 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy to get too, lots nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third time at this location. As always, it was a great stay. Clean property with a very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Medea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No issues at check-in. Premises were very clean, including pool & fitness room. Included breakfast offered a decent variety of foods. Overall a nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy check in, lots of places to eat nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAEHEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel! Very clean and safe!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After a long day on the road we found So many options for dinner very close by. Breakfast was ok- about the same as other holiday inn hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was clean and convenient to where we were spending the day.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very nice stay!

Such a nice stay! Clean room and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and kids enjoyed the pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was extremely easy to park and check in. Very clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Met all of our expectations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and easy access to stores and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Amenities
I just keep coming back😉
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estelita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area was very convenient for shopping and had a lot of restaurants. I will definitely be back, but this time when school is out.. lol
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel itself was nice our room needed to be cleaned Bathroom needed attention. Walking distance to restaurants nearby. I would have given it a better rating if it wasn’t for the room. We said something to them they moved us to another room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was outstanding and the staff were so accommodating to the needs we had traveling with young children. Breakfast in the morning was delicious with a nice variety of options. We have booked the hotel again for repeat stays on our upcoming travel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best Ive stayed in. Love the bed. Love the pillows. Will be booking regularly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

janice

Great clean well kept rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, easy to get to, wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024