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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Point of interest
Free full breakfast
Indoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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196 Burgess Road, Harrisonburg, VA, 22801
  • Place, James Madison University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, A Dream Come True Playground
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Specialty)

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Harrisonburg

James Madison University is a short stroll from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG, and other popular attractions like Edith J. Carrier Arboretum are within a mile (2 km). This 90-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Regal Harrisonburg - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • James Madison University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Edith J. Carrier Arboretum - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • A Dream Come True Playground - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cookout - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jess' Quick Lunch #2 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG

Guests of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other amenities include coffee makers, free weekday newspapers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Spa

  • In-room massages

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
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-7:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG on Jul 12, 2026 start from $136, including 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 see within easy reach of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

This hotel is located in Harrisonburg, a short 12-minute walk from University Park and also 12 minutes on foot from Atlantic Union Bank Center. You'll also find Edith J. Carrier Arboretum and Regal Harrisonburg less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG have a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like in-room massages and premium bedding as well as an indoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG serves free full breakfasts from its snack bar.

Will Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

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

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG is Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional), which is 16.8 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO), which is around 29.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 533 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 533 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 533 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 533 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 533 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly and the room was clean and comfortable. Conveniently located near anything you would need.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick stay at JMU. Incredible location. Clean and bright.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient excellent staff and service. Close to restaurants and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, easy check-in, professional staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, new and comfortable. Close to campus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to relax after a day at Massanutten
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Very clean, quiet. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was a bit lacking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gerlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived to a clean room, a comfortable bed, and a friendly staff. Check in was quick and easy, the room is comfortable and the property is new and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern, nice staff, functional. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for traveling with youngish kids. Beds were comfortable, room was clean. The included breakfast was excellent too . The only downside was it was a little loud at night. It quieted down pretty quickly though. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Akisha

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Great stay and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Farzana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was fresh each morning although, the oatmeal could have been cooked more. The pancake station was great and the orange juice was delicious. The indoor pool was open until 11PM which was good. The rooms were clean and very comfortable and low noise volume.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless. The staff were very friendly and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thembinkosi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very clean (including the gym and swimming pool), has friendly staff, and has plenty of options for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here very much!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay! The hotel was so clean and everything sanitized. I was amazed at how clean and pleasant our room was. The bed was comfortable which is a must. Best hotel I have stayed at in years. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

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

Great stay!

Loved the property, it was as nice as we’ve ever been in!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025