Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

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

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Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Access Tub) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe
Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
4750 W State Road 46, Sanford, FL, 32771
  • Seminole Towne Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Central Florida Regional Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Access Tub)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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

Standard Room

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

Room (Specialty)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 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

  • Seminole Towne Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lake Monroe - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Central Florida Regional Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 15 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, 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.

Languages

English, German, Hindi, Spanish

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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
  • Private bathroom

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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

As of Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG on Aug 4, 2025 start from $98.1, 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 can I see around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

This hotel is located in Sanford within a short 16-minute walk of Seminole Towne Center. You'll also find Lake Monroe and Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

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

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.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG have connecting rooms?

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.

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

No, at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 808 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1019 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff allowed me to park my motorcycle under cover and charge my battery They went above by allowing me
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita Ms

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was comfortable and clean -
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as advertised on the site.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stuff, clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nitin, Milton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and breakfast options
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Cottonwood Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have removed all coffee makers from the rooms as a cost cutting measure. This means no coffee until you get dressed and go downstairs
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sateesh, Sammamish

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service and facilities in the property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fitzroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Driving distance to my fathers home
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Hard to find. Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Janice

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allegra, Dewitt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very clean, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025