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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

4.0 star property

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Exterior
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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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4750 W State Road 46, Sanford, FL, 32771
  • Place, Elev8 Fun Orlando
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Seminole County Sports Complex
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(126 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room (Specialty)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Sanford

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and Lake Monroe. This 4-star hotel has 121 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Elev8 Fun Orlando - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 16 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Blue Spring State Park - 22 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • DeBary Station - 10 min drive
  • Sanford Station - 14 min drive
  • Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

Guests of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG have access to an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a computer station.
55-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,003 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (83 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

This hotel is located in Sanford, close to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Sylvan Lake Park, and St. Johns Rivership. You'll also find Lake Monroe and Sanford Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG feature a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness facility.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG serves free buffet breakfast on weekday mornings from its snack bar.

Will Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG is Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB), which is 10.7 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), which is around 26.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 867 out of 1073 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 1073 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1073 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1073 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1073 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tommi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean and the staff was great. Breakfast was amazing. Housekeeping left a little to be desired.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duvalle, Mount Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was nice and the breakfast was great. The potatoes and chicken sausage links were really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Black-out shades in bedroom made sleeping easy. Excellent shower. Excellent breakfast. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful stay. We were just there for one night to attend an event at the Central Zoo - the location was so close and an easy drive. Facility was new and clean, spacious room with a sofa. Friendly personnel at the service desk. Nice breakfast included. I recommend this hotel and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

jason

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Average at best also stayed one night before and one night after my stay at different hotels one the areas and the comfort inn was as slightly lower in experience verses one of the others comfort in. Higher price lower quality a different unnamed company was much better for less $ “cough” spring” was much better for less so basically negative on stayin here pretty sure someone pissed in my bed before I arrived I slept on the floor big ol yeller spot on the bed f u dumpster fire of a company and comfort was even nastier fuk autocorekt 101 for all
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible place all around
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dyese

Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was immaculately clean. The breakfast was delicious and had many options. The staff was always cheerful and helpful. The free parking was a huge draw for me in selecting the hotel. I will stay there again the next time I'm in Sanford.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

PENG

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ty
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Ernest

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms very spacious excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamedtaki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms with comfortable beds. AC unit worked well Excellent water pressure in shower. Good breakfast. Free coffee anytime of day and night. Friendly service A little noisy on highway size. Asked for room with 2 queen beds on other side but was told they only have king bedrooms on non highway side.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness
I am still here at hotel because their fabulous staff. I am OLD SCHOOL- Former AT&T &, DIRECTOR at The College Board/SAT! I now own a cleaning company! I DO NOT CLEAN OR COOK! this is my First Experience with this Hotel as I am a Bobcat Gold/Pl I have ZERO TOLERANCE for IGNORANT Individualss!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maddox

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodations are really nice and the staff is very helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My room was clean, the staff were helpful and nice. Breakfast was good. Plenty of parking and EV charging available. A few dining places within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and great staff and breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

The staff
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

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