Lynchburg Grand Essential

3.0 star property
Hotel in Lynchburg with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Front of property
Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Fitness facility

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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601 Main St, Lynchburg, VA, 24504
  • Place, Lynchburg Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Amazement Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Old City Cemetery
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lynchburg

Located in Lynchburg Central Business District, Lynchburg Grand Essential is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Monument Terrace and Lynchburg Museum. This 3-star hotel has 200 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Monument Terrace - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lynchburg Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Amazement Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Legacy Museum of African American History - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Old City Cemetery - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lynchburg-Kemper Street Station - 3 min drive
  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Water Dog - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Super Rad Arcade Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mother Nature's Soul Food Vegan Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Texas Inn Downtown - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪My Dog Duke's Diner - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Lynchburg Grand Essential

Hotel in Lynchburg with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
Lynchburg Grand Essential features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, an ATM, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 12,002 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Hotel Lynchburg
Holiday Inn Lynchburg
Lynchburg Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Select Lynchburg Hotel Lynchburg
Holiday Inn Lynchburg Hotel
Holiday Inn Lynchburg
Lynchburg Grand Hotel Hotel
Lynchburg Grand Hotel Lynchburg
Lynchburg Grand Hotel Hotel Lynchburg

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

Lynchburg Grand Essential offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lynchburg Grand Essential on Nov 20, 2025 start from $79.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Lynchburg Grand Essential?

This hotel is situated in Lynchburg Central Business District within a 10-minute walk of James River, Lynchburg Museum, and Amazement Square. You'll also find Monument Terrace and Rise Up Climbing less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Lynchburg Grand Essential feature a casino on the premises?

No, Lynchburg Grand Essential doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Lynchburg Grand Essential good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a 24-hour fitness facility and free breakfast.

Does Lynchburg Grand Essential have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lynchburg Grand Essential have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Lynchburg Grand Essential offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Lynchburg Grand Essential allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Lynchburg Grand Essential for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Lynchburg Grand Essential?

The closest major airport to Lynchburg Grand Essential is Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional), which is 7.8 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Lynchburg Grand Essential.

Lynchburg Grand Essential Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 345 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 186 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1007 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

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

4/10 Poor

Valerie

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has potential, but very old. Had old smells. Shower was hot. Room was clean. Hallway smelled. Tried to call front desk. No one answered. Maybe they were busy. Skimpy on towels & soap items. Breakfast was a grab n go type breakfast but I thought descent for what we paid for room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very nice and quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Traveled with family
Great location to Music City Hall
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like to take road trips and stay at older hotels that have character, and we thought that this hotel in Lynchburg might be a good example. There is tremendous potential at this hotel, but sadly, it is not yet met. The lobby was just as nice as the picture shows, but the rest of the hotel has seen better days. I think that is why we gave low scores - the hotel was clearly once a very nice location, but seems like is has not seen significant maintenance in decades. (The same might be said of all of downtown Lynchburg, but I digress) The good news is that the linens were clean. The bathtub drain tended to back up while you used the shower. The main elevators were out of service and we had to go through some dilapidated staff areas to use the service elevator. There is no dining at the hotel, and we found only a few options of any sort within walking distance. We had to drive out of Lynchburg for a nice dinner. The hotel breakfast was also limited, so we passed and drove to a Cracker Barrel as we left Lynchburg.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tammar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly, room was nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s fine for a short stay. Very dated. The staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Raul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old but fairly clean and spacious. Limited breakfast options.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wine trip

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were dropping our son off for college and stayed at the Lynchburg Grand. It was nice and quiet. Staff was nice and everything was clean. There isn’t any housekeeping, so you will need to stop by for extra towels. As long as that doesn’t bother you, this is a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with family
The property seems to have been refurbished but to a 3 star hotel. There is no dining inside the hotel, there is no bar. The gym is old. More work is required.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Maintenance issues here and there—lamps that don’t work, key cards needed swapped out a few times between the two rooms and guests we had with us .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Traveled with family
The room and bed were comfortable and clean. Everything worked well and we enjoyed good sleep and got some work done as well. The only issue was that the fitness room lock did not work properly so someone had to open it for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dustin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t spend anytime in the area around the property so I couldn’t rate properly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allister

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiffany was amazing from the time i checked in until the time i checked out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Matt

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s an older building that needs update.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A+ hotel. Always enjoy my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anytime I’m in town this is my goto hotel as it’s always clean, staff is nice an welcoming. The manager on duty at night is always very pleasant an this is the best hotel in Lynchburg.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at check-in are very nice an efficient. A+ hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A+, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A+ hotel, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025