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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG

2.5 star property
Lancaster guestrooms with free WiFi

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Exterior
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.
Property amenity
A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1861 Riverway Dr, Lancaster, OH, 43130
  • Place, Hocking Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Glassco Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hocking Hills State Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a desk, an orange office chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and two beds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a desk, an orange office chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and two beds.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Communications Accessible)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Communications Accessible)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Extra Floor Space)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Extra Floor Space)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Communications Accessible)

A hotel room with a desk, an orange office chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and two beds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Communications Accessible)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Lancaster

In Lancaster .Stay at this Lancaster hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cinemark River Valley Mall and 2 miles (3 km) of Hocking Park. Glassco Park and Miller Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Hocking Park - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Glassco Park - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Hocking Hills State Park - 28 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 37 min drive - 33.8 miles
  • Ohio State University - 40 min drive - 37.0 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheetz - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG

Lancaster guestrooms with free WiFi
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Lancaster hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG offers 79 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free 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 registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express 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

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Lancaster
Holiday Inn Express Lancaster
Lancaster Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Lancaster Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG is 23.8 mi (35-min drive) away from the Columbus, OH (LCK-Rickenbacker Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG on Aug 2, 2026 start from $139, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 6 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG to downtown Lancaster?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG is 2.3 mi away from Lancaster.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 789 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 789 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 789 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 789 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 789 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean, staff were great and the breakfast was delicious! I would highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

cliff

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

Danya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff was friendly, good breakfast choices
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was fantastic...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness
Updated clean and fresh and a wonderful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast options were great. Food was hot and replenished frequently. The rooms were updated with large TVs, a work space and a designated space to place your luggage. It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything met all my expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable! We had to bring our miniature dachshund and everyone was so welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, everyone and everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless. Staff was super nice and helpful. Would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room and great breakfast and love the noon checkout
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast -- one of the best in recent travels. Plenty of warm/hot choices along with the usual breakfast selections. Automated coffee maching makes excellent coffee from freshly ground beans. Bathtub drain very slow, needs attention.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Amber

Room was nice, staf
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and looked like it had just been remodeled.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay everything's updated and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles and Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, Friendly Staff, Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient & easy to find. All staff members we encountered were professional, friendly, and very helpful. The room was spacious, comfortable, and clean. It was the perfect place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and have to say that the luggage cart was so much easier to maneuver than the old ones that would steer every direction but the correct one :D Also like the added mirror with hooks and small shelf. That is very handy as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property- great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025