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Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond

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A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating, and a wall-mounted TV.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, blue umbrellas, and a building facade.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.
A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a patterned wall, and a counter with amenities.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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201 E Cary St, Richmond, VA, 23219
  • Place, Virginia Commonwealth University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Broad Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Greater Richmond Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Richmond, VA (RIC-Richmond Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, shower, and a shelf with toiletries.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, TV, and window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, shower, and a shelf with toiletries.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a telephone, and a window with a view of buildings.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a window with a view of buildings.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue sofa, a grey armchair, a small table, and a television on a wooden cabinet.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, TV, and window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Richmond

Heart of Richmond.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Richmond hotel, you'll find Virginia Commonwealth University and Broad Street. Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront and Greater Richmond Convention Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Broad Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Greater Richmond Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The National - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Altria Theater - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Main Street Station - 20 min walk
  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Patio Thai - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Capital Ale House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lemaire - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Penny Lane Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nami - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

Hotel near Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond
Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available daily. A 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and concierge services are also featured at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

This Richmond hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Richmond hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Null
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • 20 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)

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, 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG is 10.2 mi (17-min drive) away from the Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG on Nov 29, 2026 start from $115, 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 Richmond Downtown by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG to downtown Richmond?

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG is 0.4 mi away from Richmond.

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 566 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, very clean, friendly staff. Nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay at this property!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, great breakfast to get going in the morning, and very reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay, quiet, comfortable, parking on site under the hotel (back and side access), very helpful and friendly staff, especially good breakfast selection!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the staff was present and professional!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot in a good location. Staff is very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was really clean and the staff was very friendly. It was also in walking distance from the venue where I went to see a concert. I would stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in the downtown with spacious rooms and free breakfast. The room and common areas are clean and well maintained. Good value for money if you just need a place to spend a night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great with many options. I hope there were healthier (vegan) options. Parking was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
NIce
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything went smoothly and met my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff attending to breakfast area, were very friendly and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly staff; free breakfast, great part of Richmond to get to the Altria Theater and other areas downtown.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, clean room, helpful staff, very good for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was pleasant, breakfast was substanstial and assorted. Parking was plentiful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, amazing staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff , easy check in and out process, clean room, close to walking trails
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience at Holiday Inn expess great staff and nice clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Best staff and enjoyed my stay very much
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, upgraded our room for free due to lack of availability. Free of charge!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff from all shifts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
NA
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were really comfortable. Staff was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are friendly and the room is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

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