James River Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Newport News hotel in Briarfield area

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Courtyard view
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bathroom shower
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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6045 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA, 23605
  • Place, Huntington Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Huntington Park Tennis Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Huntington Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Newport News

Briarfield stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Briarfield hotel, you'll find Virginia War Museum and Huntington Park. Huntington Park Tennis Center and Huntington Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Huntington Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Virginia War Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Huntington Park Tennis Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Huntington Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Skiffes Creek Redoubt - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bisou - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪TJ's Sports Tavern - ‬20 min walk

About this property

James River Inn & Suites

Newport News hotel in Briarfield area
As a guest of James River Inn & Suites, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and an ATM. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Newport News hotel.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
James River Inn & Suites offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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

How close is James River Inn & Suites to the airport?

James River Inn & Suites is 13.6 mi (20-min drive) away from the Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at James River Inn & Suites on Jun 14, 2026 start from $68, 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 James River Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at James River Inn & Suites.

How close is James River Inn & Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 10.5 mi (23-min drive) from Buckroe Beach and Park and 1.1 mi (3-min drive) from Huntington Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does James River Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

James River Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at James River Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at James River Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at James River Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does James River Inn & Suites have a pool?

James River Inn & Suites does not have a pool.

Does James River Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is James River Inn & Suites to downtown Newport News?

James River Inn & Suites is 5.1 mi away from Newport News.

James River Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 145 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davonc

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jermar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing space
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jermar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Efficient rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Courteous staff and nice bed. Plumbing was lacking and leaky.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfo4tble bed
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was overall great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Andrea

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

Staff didnt give me any attitude about Service dog

It was quiet even when located on major Ave nobody was noisy in the room friendly staff toward my service dog they did not give me any problems .. what I had with other hotels in the same city
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the court yard
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a room to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The rooms are definitely dated... Was cleanand bed was comfy enough... There is a lot of empty space, no chairs or table, not even a luggage rack....pics show that the bathroom counter should ha e space, be prepared it does NOT... shower is only 2/3 feet wide and deep, expect to hit ur elbows on every move... But hey the waters hot... Was good for a quick stay but get the suite if you stay for longer
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darjonae

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Hamza

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I don’t recommend this hotel for nobody
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Tony

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Roaches in the room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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4/10 Poor

Bruce

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely nasty didnt stay, took a look in the room and immediately ask for money back and found different hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Andrea

They never come and bring fresh towels or empty the trash
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sherry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the hotels fault but the domestic disputes from guests there that night were loud and noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

George

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Linen was clean. Unit was clean. But a lot of small ants appeared on bathroom sink in the middle of the night. No coffee. No shampoo. Towels were threadbare. Cheap compared to others. Would look for another place next time. Property is old and in need of renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldve been cleaner, definitely needs an upgrade beds werent the most comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beds with bugs

First room I was given had bedbugs crawling on me before I even got under tbe blankets, was then given a new room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind of dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean place. Renovations happening!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Regina

Disliked: Amenities
Dirty and roaches everywhere. Holes everywhere. Unsafe because of big hole in door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Amenities
Dirty, cockroaches, Unsafe
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025