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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

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, wooden furniture, a desk, and a view of the city.

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  • Sleeps 4
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, wooden furniture, a desk, and a view of the city.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a chair.

2 Queen Beds

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

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 Eagle Field at Veterans Memorial Park 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

  • A large, historic building with a red roof and columns, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.
    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

  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • Vito's Italian Kitchen
    16 min walk
  • Babylon
    16 min walk
  • Thai Harrisonburg Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Vietopia
    17 min walk

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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

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

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. 142 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 243 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 211 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 168 out of 1001 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, basic accomodations, with all facilities working to specifications. The breakfast was appropriate.I appreciated the rather bare bones ambience because there were no awful curtains or carpets that tried to tart up the place . I would have appreciated an in-room coffee pot, even though there were urns available in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location right off of 81 and very close to JMU. The room was updated and very clean. The beds were comfortable and the room was spacious. There weren't a lot of options at the breakfast but it was enough for our quick stay. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a nice clean room. Bed was comfortable in the welcome display on the TV was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, efficient, polite and helpful. It's bare bones but nice, clean bones.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Convenient and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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
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8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect spot to stay overnight as we traveled to South Carolina from Pennsylvania. The hotel is practically brand new and a perfect location to the city of Harrisonburg and accessible immediately to the highway. Great little breakfast to get you started in the morning. Great value great property, well worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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We stopped here on a 2 day road trip to visit family, so it was for one night. We also had our dog with us ($75 pet fee, but we knew it was going to be extra before we left). Staff was helpful when we arrived, and when we left. Room was spotless and comfortable. A/C unit was a bit loud when it kicked on (probably can’t change that since it’s a manufacturer issue?), but otherwise everything went really well. Beds were comfortable and clean, and the stay went as expected. Breakfast offerings were spartan, though for the price it made sense. Overall, I’d say the whole experience was 9/10. If you’re passing through and need a reasonably priced and comfortable place to stay, I’d say it’s well worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice and as advertised which is unusual. Friendly, competent, attentive staff. Very pleased.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place and priced right
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Ok for a quick stopover
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is relatively new, is convenient to the highway and JMU. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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amazing Location, you can Uber everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Our bed had dog hair all over it. We were given sheets to remake the bed ourselves.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful,comfortable,clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everyone was extremely nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Only bread items for breakfast. There would have been better options for non vegetarian and vegetarian
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Very small hotel. Parking lot is extremely small.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I really liked my name was on the tv
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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AC was loud so it was difficult to sleep and while ear plugs were offered they are uncomfortable for me
Stayed 1 night in May 2026