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Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area

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Located close to Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and A Dream Come True Playground, Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Harrisonburg, Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area is in a rural area and in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Memorial Stadium and popular attractions include Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and A Dream Come True Playground. Traveling with kids? Make time for Massanutten Water Park, or check out an event or a game at University Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours, downhill skiing, and golfing. Visit our Harrisonburg travel guide
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1131 Forest Hill Rd, Harrisonburg, VA, 22801

What's nearby

  • Harrisonburg Virginia USA May 29 2017 James Madison University
    James Madison University
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • JMU Convocation Center
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A Dream Come True Playground
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Harrisonburg Farmers Market
    6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Babylon
    16 min walk
  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • Vito's Italian Kitchen
    16 min walk
  • Thai Harrisonburg Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk

About this property

Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area

Family-friendly hotel remodeled in 2025 and located near James Madison University
Located close to Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and A Dream Come True Playground, Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and a gift shop
  • Multilingual staff, a computer station, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 83 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1983
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - April 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 7

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 7
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include 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 Count on Us (Wyndham)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.

We should mention

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

Is Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area?

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

What time is check-out at Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 7.

Where is Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area located?

This family-friendly Harrisonburg hotel is located in a national park, within a 15-minute walk of James Madison University and Edith J. Carrier Arboretum. A Dream Come True Playground and University Park 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

Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area Reviews

6.0

6.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 254 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 218 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 170 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

MICHELE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean and quiet. Friendly staff. Back patio with firepit was perfect for relaxing. Conveniently located. Only downfall was the breakfast. Could have had a little more variety and replenished more. Other then that. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was worried about breakfast - hard boiled eggs and cream cheese were not kept cold. But other than that, great experience. Very clean and well run.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recently renovated so everything was clean and new. Service was friendly. Can't beat the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property was clean. Room was basic. Security into the back door was lax. Don’t waste your time with the breakfast bar.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Clean! Fresh! Brand new look and amenities. Great breakfast and coffee. Super attentive and friendly staff! Venmo tipping for room service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was extremely nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Belynda

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Very small hotel. Parking lot is extremely small.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and very convenient for visiting my son at jmu. Payton at the front desk was great. So sweet and helpful. I definitely recommend staying here when you come to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked my name was on the tv
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and comfortable. Desk staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was in a nice location and the staff/front seat clerk was friendly and most helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jeetendra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Inn is conveniently located and that’s the only good thing about it, everything else about the place is sad.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beth

The affordable price was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room wasn’t very clean or great, but the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Motel was nice and clean. When i walked into the room it actually smelled fresh and everything worked and clean. The Manger of the Hotel is a really nice Lady as well. I will definitely be back to Harrisonburg V.A and went i do ill be staying at the Super 8 Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim

It was a port in the storm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
economical adequate for needs, price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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4/10 Poor

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room was rough with peeling paint, low-end finishes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to highway
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great! Room could have been a little cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

FELIPE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the worst places I've ever stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Peterine C

Liked: Cleanliness
A little inconvenient to access entrance we were told no breakfast only coffee and missed out on a limited breakfast average place for an overnight stay may or may not use again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Stephany

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is filthy has bedbugs!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Staff & service

Good one night stay

The front desk was extremely helpful when my reservation from Hotels.com was not processed. He helped me correct what I needed for the night, and even upgraded my room for the inconvenience. The hotel was fine for a budget hotel for a quick one night stay. There were some stains on the towels and they need to add USB outlets but otherwise it is a decent hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022