Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

Colonial hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

Choose dates to view prices

Where to?

Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Parking available
Gym
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

136 Francis Street East, Williamsburg, VA, 23185

Place, Golden Horseshoe Golf Club
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Governor's Palace
‪9 min walk‬
Place, Busch Gardens Williamsburg
‪9 min drive‬
Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Pond View)

Exceptional

576 sq ft
Water view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

Wonderful

576 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed, Pond View

Excellent

576 sq ft
Water view
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Excellent

576 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace

Very good

648 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace (Pond View)

Very good

648 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Williamsburg

Located in Colonial Williamsburg, Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Golden Horseshoe Golf Club and Governor's Palace. This 43-room, 3-star hotel has 3 outdoor pools along with a golf course and a full-service spa.

What's nearby

Golden Horseshoe Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Governor's Palace - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Merchants Square - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
College of William and Mary - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

Williamsburg Transportation Center - 19 min walk
Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬10 min walk
‪The Cheese Shop - ‬10 min walk
‪Precarious Beer Hall - ‬9 min walk
‪Colonial Pancake House - ‬15 min walk
‪The Peanut Shop of Williamsburg - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

Colonial hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 3 outdoor pools. There's onsite parking for a fee and an area shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with dry cleaning/laundry and concierge services. Other amenities at this spa hotel include an indoor pool, a gym, and outdoor tennis courts.

42-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Furnished balconies or patios, sofa beds, and dining areas are other standard amenities.

Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 6 outdoor tennis courts. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open select days. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Kids pool

$128 nightly

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

Area shuttle up to 3 mi
Uncovered self parking on site (surcharge)
Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person

Things to do

3 outdoor pools
36-hole golf course
6 outdoor tennis courts
Fitness classes
Full-service spa
Golf driving range
Golf lessons
Gym
Indoor pool
Tennis lessons
TV in common areas

Family friendly

3 outdoor pools
Fenced pool
In-room crib
In-room sofa bed
Indoor pool
Mini-fridge
Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Vending machine

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages

Business services

5,000 square feet of conference space
Meeting room

Outdoors

Garden
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Full-service spa

4 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Detox wraps
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Hydrotherapy
Prenatal massages
Reflexology
Sauna
Spa open select days
Sports massages
Steam room
Swedish massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Grab bar near toilet
Handrails in stairways
Low-height counter and sink
Pool hoist on site
Raised toilet seat
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance

2 buildings
2 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1978
Colonial architecture
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Free crib
King sofa bed
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Mini-fridge
Restaurant dining guides
Separate dining area

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Safe
Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Williamsburg Inn 136 E Francis St. Williamsburg VA 23185]

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 125 per pet, per stay
Dogs only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Up to 3 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Resort fee: USD 32.10 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Fitness center access
Fitness/yoga classes
Health club access
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Phone calls
Pool access
Shuttle service

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0 per night (rates may vary)
Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0 per night (rates may vary)
Pet fee: USD 125 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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, debit cards, and cash.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The seasonal pool is open from May to October.
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Reservations need to made in advance for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
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.
There are no elevators.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Griffin Hotel Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

Providence Hall Guesthouses Hotel

Providence Hall Guesthouses Williamsburg

Griffin Hotel Colonial Hotel

Griffin Colonial Williamsburg

Griffin Colonial

The Griffin Hotel A Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

The Griffin A Colonial Willia

Griffin Hotel

Griffin Hotel A Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

Griffin Hotel an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

As of Oct 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel on Oct 26, 2025 start from $109.65, 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 is there to do near Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Colonial Williamsburg, just steps from Duke of Gloucester Street, and within a 10-minute walk of Colonial National Historical Park and Golden Horseshoe Golf Club. You'll also find The Public Hospital of 1773 and Merchants Square less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 0 per day.

Is there a spa at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, prenatal massages, reflexology, and detox wraps. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with 3 outdoor pools. Guests have access between 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from May until October.

What do couples enjoy most about Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel for a fee of USD 125 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

The closest major airport to Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel is Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF), which is about 14.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring lake views.

Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Elegant and spacious. This place is great. Quiet, tucked away, but plenty of parking and easy access. On property lodging is the way to go for sure. Makes exploring Williamsburg so easy and convenient for the family. Plan to go back and stay in the Griffin again.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner

Jul 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff helpful. Room was very large with a nice balcony. Convienent walking distance to activities. A bit odd to be in a hotel that is not connected to the courtesy desk or the other hotel options. Building Green by the tennis court which made checking in a hassle. Google maps will lead you to a parking lot a good distance from the main building which is obscured by trees so walked around for 15 minutes trying doors to the green building which are keycard locked. Courtesy phone did not work. Eventually saw there was a sign (small) that reads Griffin hotel check in but since never there, was relying on Google maps. I admittedly may have missed some instructions on email/text.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Jul 10, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Jul 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I was looking for a quiet place with a balcony and a bath tub. I was taking a few days for myself, and this was exactly what I wanted. The room was quiet, the balcony overlooked the pond, it was a dreamy. The room was spotless, the bathroom was spotless. It was perfect for this mama who needed a few days of peace and quiet.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilda

Traveled with group

Jul 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Griffin Hotel is part of the colonial Williamsburg system and provides courtesy transport within the colonial area. Services are available to help obtain tickets to area events and reserve dining. The tranquility pool was awesome with its seclusion from the family pool!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Jul 4, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kara

Traveled with family

Jul 2, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing room

Our room was in poor condition. Uncomfortable bed marks all over the walls, loud air conditioner, and generally unkept. Not at all what I was expecting from the photos. Quite disappointed.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael A., Emmaus

Traveled with partner

Jul 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful property to stay at, but there are a few things to discuss. I reported a few issues to the front desk that I am told will be address with maintenance. Two of the three bulbs above the glass sliding doors did not work, one of the bulbs in the lamp was still using a mercury bulb which was blown out and had to be discarded. The safe did not work at all and required new batteries. None of these really detracted from our experience, but we felt that these issues should be corrected for the next guests. Also, the WiFi signal in this building was abysmal and I ended up just using my cellular connection most of the time. There is no option to use an Ethernet connection either. Either that or the device that I found that has Ethernet jacks on it doesn’t work. The WiFi network provided seems to be the public WiFi provided by Colonial Williamsburg, not their now. The green and gold buildings detached from The Griffin really need their own WiFi networks. Please provide the option to use an Ethernet connection as well, some people prefer that due to having better security and reliability. The location of the building is a stones-throw away from the historic area and directly behind the King’s Arms Tavern, and we absolutely loved how close we were to the historic area. This is probably one of the best reasons to stay here in my opinion. Overall, we enjoyed our stay here and would come again, but likely we would try to stay in the main building next time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Traveled with group

Jun 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It feels like you are in the woods....and very peaceful.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro, Miami

Jun 23, 2025

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

Love the charm of the hotel and the area

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jun 22, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family

Jun 22, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryle

Jun 21, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Jun 18, 2025

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

Beautiful Hotel in Quiet Setting

Hotel was very clean and the room was huge! The natural setting made for a very relaxing stay. Staff were eager to help. Please be aware there is no front desk! Check in takes place at the Williamsburg Inn down the street, which was NOT communicated up front.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

denise, scott afb

Traveled with family

Jun 17, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

I didn’t like that the carpet had soil stains, mold in shower, and the beds were uncomfortable, not enough blankets

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

melanie

Jun 13, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen Carey

Jun 9, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Jun 8, 2025

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

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

cort

Jun 1, 2025

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with partner

May 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Proximity to Colonial Williamsburg, friendly staff, quiet setting. Rooms are old but roomy. Furniture in disrepair, told we'd receive call when room was ready...did not happen, only sm plastic/paper cups in room.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

May 22, 2025

The internet service in the room that we were assigned to was faulty. I called both the front desk and the technical support number to report this on the first night, but the service problem was not corrected. The next day I personally went to the front desk and spoke to Tim, who said the he would see that the problem was remedied, but did not receive a call back from him, and when I returned to my room (3412) the problem was still not fixed, and Tim was gone for the day. So I personally went to the front desk again. The person at the front desk called tech support and I was told that it was a counter issue that they would correct. But again when I returned to my room I still could not connect with the internet. So I went back a 3rd time to the front desk, and asked them if they would give me another room that had functioning internet, which they did (3539). I was satisfied that ultimately my problem was solved, albeit arduously, and because of my perseverance. Apparently there is some inherent connectivity problem on the first floor of the building I was originally assigned to. The staff should have been aware of that; but even if they were not, the most customer oriented solution would have been to offer another room as soon as I reported back (on the first night) that the tech support fix was not successful. That said, McKenna did immediately agree to allow me to switch rooms, although I had to be the one to ask. Sincerely, Charles R. Mund, Glen Arm, Md

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with group

May 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Antique furniture in all rooms were beautiful- palm tree & water fountain out my window were beautiful. Employees with whom I had interaction were very knowledgeable & helpful!! Fantastic place- I would definitely stay there again!!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Traveled with family

May 14, 2025

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

Beautiful room, incredibly spacious

This was our second visit to the Griffin, and it did not disappoint. I have lived in apartments that were considerably smaller than this room. It was absolutely gorgeous and well-furnished. It was clean and the bed was comfortable. There were a couple of non-functioning outlets (we had to shift the fridge and coffee machine to get power) and the hvac unit motor came on somewhat loud, so it’s showing its age, but I’d be happy to stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025