Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel in Williamsburg

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

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Dates

April 2025

May 2025

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

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

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (USD 15 per person)

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Spa
Parking available
Pool
Gym
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

136 Francis Street East, Williamsburg, VA, 23185

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

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Room options

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

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

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace

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

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

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

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

576 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds 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 - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Merchants Square - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Governor's Palace - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
College of William and Mary - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬9 min walk
‪Precarious Beer H - ‬9 min walk
‪Second Street Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive

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 concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry. 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 Spa of CW 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 daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

English

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includes taxes & fees

$148 per night

Apr 23 - Apr 24

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 daily
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
Smoke-free property

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: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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 100 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 100 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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
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

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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 Apr 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel on Apr 23, 2025 start from $189.0, 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 Merchants Square and Governor's Palace 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?

The Spa of CW is the hotel's spa and services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, hydrotherapy, and body wraps.

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.

Is Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

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, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

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 100 per pet, per stay.

Does Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel have connecting rooms?

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.

Can I book a room with a balcony 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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

Sheelagh

Traveled with family

Apr 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Griffin Hotel was convenient for taking in colonial Williamsburg’s and local college.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Apr 14, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Apr 7, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

scott

Traveled with partner

Apr 1, 2025

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

Large king suite with large balcony over pond was great.No elevator at this two story building

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Traveled with group

Mar 27, 2025

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

Loved the pond view

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family

Mar 22, 2025

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

Beautiful! Very welcoming and helpful staff. Convenient for all Williamsburg has to offer. Would love to come back for a longer stay.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karen, Salisbury

Traveled with family

Mar 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Great location and helpful staff. Spa facilities are wonderful. Furnishings in the Griffin Hotel show their age, but rooms are comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family

Mar 16, 2025

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

Wonderful-spacious room Very clean Easy check in Wish we could stay longer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Mar 9, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family

Mar 3, 2025

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

Excellent stay in the heart of Colonial Williamsburg. We were very happy with our room and accomodations.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Traveled with family

Feb 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

It's the little things that count; both good & bad

We won't be staying at the Griffin but will come back to Colonial Williamsburg. This hotel was the price of a Marriot with the amenities of a Motel 6. It was mostly clean (the heat vents on the floor hadn't been cleaned in ages by the looks of them) and the beds were comfortable. However, we had to hunt to find blankets. They were in the dresser with a broken knob. The outlets were all on the floor which meant bending under things to charge up our phones. There was a hole in the bathroom ceiling I didn't get a picture of. The carpeting probably was from the 1970's - it wasn't anything big that was wrong but a lot of little things that added up. Since Williamsburg shuts down at 5 pm and dinner only takes so long, we ended up in the room a lot. The staff at the Williamsburg Inn, where you check in, were all amazing however. Everyone we talked to was helpful and attempted to get answers for us. Really, we will come back just never to the Griffin.

The outside area looked like it would be great on a warm day

One of those "little" problems. The watermark on the ceiling was as big as the smoke detector.

This is almost a petty issue but was one of the "little" issues that we saw. If you sat at the desk with the light on, the light was right in your eyes. Also, why is the painting so low on the wall?

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Feb 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

The setting back in the woods is very nice and peaceful. The room was nice, but a little bit tired. The room was very big, with two queens and a sofa bed - it would be a good place for a family. It could use better lighting both in the bathroom and the main room area. It always felt a little big dim in there. There was something sticky on the bathroom floor - seemed like it was something that needed to be scraped off and that hadn't been done. My biggest complaint is that there is no food or room service of any kind in the hotel. There isn't even a water bottle filling station. There is a vending machine for sodas and theoretically one for snacks, but the snack machine was completely empty. There isn't even an address for the hotel, so I couldn't figure out a way to order delivery.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Feb 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay! Room was large everyone was friendly and helpful. Location was perfect, easy walk right into all of the sites.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aliyah

Traveled with family and small children

Feb 11, 2025

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

The property was beautiful and will be coming again

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Jan 27, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Jan 21, 2025

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

Birthday Getaway

Awesome fireplace room! Quiet and comfortable! Walkable location!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Jan 4, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Traveled with family

Dec 31, 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Okay Stay but Wouldn’t Recommend

This hotel felt like the forgotten cast off of the nicer Inn next door. The room was outdated and rundown including a sink that wouldn’t drain and a broken towel rack. There wasn’t any complimentary water bottles and the vending machine was broken so you really need to bring your own refreshments and snacks. The room size was good and it’s certainly a convenient location to Colonial Williamsburg but I was underwhelmed.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Leesburg

Dec 29, 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Liked the historical feel of the rooms, VERY spacious!!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Traveled with family

Dec 25, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family

Dec 15, 2024

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

Great location and service

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family

Dec 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Awesome!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Aubrey

Traveled with family

Dec 1, 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Traveled with group

Nov 27, 2024

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

Great

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

pam

Traveled with family

Nov 26, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not impressed Hotels.com

I went on her and saw an 8.8 excellent rating. Sorry, this is not true, I should have taken pictures I dropped something behind the bed and had to retrieve it so dirty. It is definitely in need of an upgrade, smells moldy and pictures of the original building on the walls says 1970. My husband said its ok its only for one night. The area defiantly needs newer hotels. I would hope when people see the pictures like I did it is of the main hotel where you check in which was the Williamsburg Inn.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024