Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
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Free daily buffet breakfast
Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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4750 W State Road 46, Sanford, FL, 32771
  • Place, Elev8 Fun Orlando
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Seminole County Sports Complex
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(124 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room (Specialty)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Sanford

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and Lake Monroe. This 4-star hotel has 121 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Elev8 Fun Orlando - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 14 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Blue Spring State Park - 21 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • DeBary Station - 10 min drive
  • Sanford Station - 14 min drive
  • Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

Hotel with free parking, near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Guests of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG have access to an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a computer station.
55-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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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
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,003 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (83 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

This hotel is located in Sanford, close to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Sylvan Lake Park, and St. Johns Rivership. You'll also find Lake Monroe and Sanford Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG feature a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness facility.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG serves free buffet breakfast on weekday mornings from its snack bar.

Will Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

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

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG is Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB), which is 10.7 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), which is around 26.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 854 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1059 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodations are really nice and the staff is very helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My room was clean, the staff were helpful and nice. Breakfast was good. Plenty of parking and EV charging available. A few dining places within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and great staff and breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

The staff
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yosmani

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here for a long weekend! Staff was always welcoming at front desk, breakfast area was always clean and fresh food refilled. Rooms were serviced everyday by personable, happy staff. Small thing was that the rooms were cleaned much later in the day but not really an issue. Staff always available to replenish towels if needed. Lots of options for dining and shopping close by. Even a few chain restaurants within walking distance. Parking can be slight issue if you get home later like we did a few nights. There is another hotel that shares the parking lot so if both are filled parking is a problem. We are so happy that we stayed here and quite possibly will stay here again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kanisha

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Maid service everyday. Quiet and good a/c. Was here for softball tournament. Couldn’t have been happier,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iria

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, professional staff, pretty good free breakfast. Close to many restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New building. Great breakfast spread. Nice staff Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee, Murphy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious. Just what I needed on this trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean, staff was friendly and check in was smooth. Breakfast crew was amazing and the food was always hot and fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUSUL, New Rochelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed and air conditioning. Good location for exploring nearby springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Didier

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yosmani

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a late arrival and the staff working the front desk was very accommodating and nice. Check-in was quick. Room was clean and AC worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025