Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Garden
Indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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136 Francis Street East, Williamsburg, VA, 23185
  • Golden Horseshoe Golf Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Governor's Palace
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 576 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 648 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 576 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 576 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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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
  • ‪DoG Street Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Berret's Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill - ‬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 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 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.

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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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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

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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 Sep 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel on Sep 25, 2025 start from $131.9, 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 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, sports massages, reflexology, and hydrotherapy. 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.

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.

Are there hot tubs at Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel?

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 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.