James River Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel in Newport News with free parking

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Shower, towels
Courtyard view
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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6045 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA, 23605
  • Huntington Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Huntington Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Hampton Coliseum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Newport News

James River Inn & Suites is a short stroll from Virginia War Museum and Huntington Park. The 65 rooms at this hotel include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Huntington Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Huntington Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hampton Coliseum - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Hampton Roads Convention Center - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Christopher Newport University - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Newport News Station - 17 min walk
  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piccadilly - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

James River Inn & Suites

Hotel in Newport News with free parking
Guests staying at James River Inn & Suites enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This hotel also has an ATM.
42-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

James River Inn & Suites Hotel
James River Inn & Suites Newport News
James River Inn & Suites Hotel Newport News

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at James River Inn & Suites?

James River Inn & Suites provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at James River Inn & Suites?

As of Jul 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at James River Inn & Suites on Jul 20, 2025 start from $64.99, 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's there to see close to James River Inn & Suites?

This hotel is located in Newport News, a short 13-minute walk from Huntington Park and also 12 minutes on foot from Virginia War Museum. You'll also find Hampton Coliseum and Huntington Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at James River Inn & Suites?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does James River Inn & Suites include a casino at the property?

No, James River Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at James River Inn & Suites?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is James River Inn & Suites a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include kitchenettes and courtyard views in some guestrooms.

Does James River Inn & Suites have a hot tub?

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

Does James River Inn & Suites have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, James River Inn & Suites doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will James River Inn & Suites allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at James River Inn & Suites though service animals are welcome.

Does James River Inn & Suites have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to James River Inn & Suites?

The closest major airport to James River Inn & Suites is Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF), which is 13.6 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF), which is located 21.5 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at James River Inn & Suites?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at James River Inn & Suites.

James River Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 91 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unclean bathrooms floor was dirty no coffee. Said no they have a coffee maker, but they don’t use it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alonzo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Juan Carlos

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
They don't provide hair dryer, the kitchen is nice and remodeled but the hotel does not not provide neither a coffee machine or toaster. The hotel have an ice machine in the alley but they disconnect it some nights. No extra blankets or pillows. Bathroom towels were very thin and cheap. If you like to have a cheap hotel, this is for you. For me I should have expected much more for what I paid for. I requested and was provided a non smoking room however one night the room above ours was occupied and I don't know how but we feel someone was in our room smoking, I waked very congested due to the cigarette smoke in our room. The parking lot was full of junkies at night, every night leaving trash everywhere, definitively don't recommend and will never comeback. For $ 10.00 more a night you can get a lot nicer and better hotels nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Monique

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
It was my Birthday weekend and I booked a deluxe king room with the kitchenette but ended up with a deluxe king room without the kitchenette. Not only that our room was all the way at the end in a corner where I didn’t feel comfortable. When I went to the front desk to ask about my reservation he told me I booked for a deluxe king without the kitchenette, ok cool but when I asked to change rooms because I didn’t feel comfortable at the end of the walkway he told me they were all booked up and if I have any problems just let him know. Mind you they had more than 8 vacant rooms with the kitchenette on the bottom floor where we were staying and I’m pretty sure more on the 2nd floor. Even without the kitchenette I would have rather had another room but lesson learnt, my first and last time staying at this hotel. I did make the best of my birthday which was Saturday, April 5 and enjoyed myself at the beach while I was down there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

kristen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The James river hotel formally the King James is almost historical in Newport News. The hotel has been through VERY ROUGH times of people it's time in business. Overall it has truly stood the TEST OF TIME. The age of the rooms would be a five on my scale. However other than that I will stay again as I have done for over 40 years. God bless
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Avery

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terrell

Business traveler, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Worst hotel I have ever stayed at it was 12° outside. They had no heat. He would not give us heaters or more blankets and could not get a refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miriam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ice cold. No blankets on the bed only a very thin bedspread. We thought maybe housekeeping had missed it but when we called down to the front desk attendant said they didn’t have any.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Zac

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

Never again

NEVER AGAIN THEY HAD BED BUGS
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Minor problem was a loose sink faucet handle. Only 2 thin bath towels and washcloths - no hand towels, bath mat or shampoo. Parking spaces are a little narrow. Otherwise no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Taeshawn

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
It was okay for a short period
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diamond

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The entire experience was unpleasant. Check in was difficult with the "receptionist" not being able to find the reservation and not communicating, at all, what was going on. Literally just bustling about w/o saying a word. Some other employee/owner breezed in behind their security barrier desk ,chatted a bit, glanced my way, all w/o a word. Gave serious creep vibes. Door to room was "flimsy". Floor in room was dirty. Bathroom had hair and a few dead bugs in various places, including a "hairball" smashed on the back of the door. Luckily I bought one of those extra door locks because around 1:30 am someone tried to enter the room. I didn't stay the 2nd night I had booked
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was overall great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brian, Winchester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Raffaele, Raleigh, NC

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Xxx
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024