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Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Virginia Commonwealth University

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Fitness facility
In Downtown Richmond, Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown, an IHG Hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere with a free breakfast buffet and 24-hour gym. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and access to the 24-hour business center. Guests appreciate the helpful staff as well as amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, meeting rooms and newspapers.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Transfer Shower (Mobility Accessible)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
20 bathrooms
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
201 E Cary St, Richmond, VA, 23219

What's nearby

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Broad Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The National - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Altria Theater - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 19 min walk
  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Penny Lane Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lemaire - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nami - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Rustika - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Irie Ting Jamaican Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University
Located close to Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront and Greater Richmond Convention Center, Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), an elevator, and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, free newspapers, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • 20 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • 20 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)

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

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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown
Holiday Inn Hotel Richmond Express Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Downtown Richmond Hotel Richmond
Holiday Inn Express Richmond
Holiday Inn Richmond
Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Richmond, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Virginia Commonwealth University, Broad Street, and Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront. Greater Richmond Convention Center and The National are also within 15 minutes. Richmond Main Street Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 519 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was very friendly. The hotel was clean and our room was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, courteous staff. Excellent breakfast buffet
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was large and the king-sized bed was one of the more comfortable ones we have slept on, even in other Holiday Inns.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Liked: Staff & service
Just a basic hotel. Staff was pleasant. Bed was saggy and uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to Amphitheater
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dreama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy walk to the amphitheater. Room was clean and comfortable. Pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy garage parking, large clean room, staff is friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel breakfast around, good location, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location. Good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nardos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

HUSSEIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very isolated from downtown area
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, clean rooms and facility, decent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, breakfast, and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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

Would definitely rebook!

Nice large room with a great view at a very reasonable price!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself and the staff are wonderful. Very polite and accommodating. The room was comfortable and had everything we needed. The shower could use some updated caulking as it did appear dingy and dirty, maybe a bit moldy. The bed was comfortable, but the pillows were not great (flattened out completely when I lay my head on them) but I believe that be subjective, and the water pressure was not great…again, subjective. Overall, comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and a clean, quiet room. Perfect for my two night stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to walk to Allianz. The place is clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for the price and super easy walk to the amphitheater. Could use some updating because it’s definitely showing its age, but the rooms were very clean and the parking was easy. Perfect for a quick stay for a concert.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was quick and easy. The hotel is really nice and modern. Lots of pillows on the bed was nice too. Loved that it was walking distance from the music venue I attended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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