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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

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Free daily buffet breakfast
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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Communications)

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

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

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

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

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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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

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

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Room (Specialty)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

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

About the neighborhood

Sanford

Close to airport.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Sanford hotel, you'll find Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and Lake Monroe. HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital and Wekiwa Springs State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

4-star hotel near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1003 square feet (93 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG also features laundry facilities, a convenience store, and RV/bus/truck parking. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Sanford hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 1003 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2021
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Convenience store
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG offers 121 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the 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 offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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.
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Frequently asked questions

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG is 10.7 mi (20-min drive) away from the Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Dec 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG on Dec 30, 2025 start from $98.0, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

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

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

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG to downtown Sanford?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG is 4.1 mi away from Sanford.

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 823 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1021 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John Ernest

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms very spacious excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

8/10 Good

John H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Having coffee makers in the lobby that use whole beans was my favorite thing about the hotel. There is nothing like a good cup of coffee in the morning IMO
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela and John

Traveled with partner
Very nice hotel - would def come back again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the time i checked in to the time i checked out everyone was extremly friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and modern
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

marie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very pleasant. Rooms were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeongyul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was good. I travel often and this is the place I should stay in the future. Thx
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is very new looking and clean. The breakfast is amazing. It is a self serve but it has everything you can imagine for breakfast. Complete hot served breakfast and a bunch of grab and go items. There is also a lot of places to eat surrounding the hotel all within 1/2 a mile. You can even walk to multiple places. There are no extra hidden fees. They just put a 50 dollar hold on your credit card.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cemal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that the gym was open 24 hours
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luann

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

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

Exceptional

This is a perfect place to stay. Room was great, bed is comfortable. Pillows were large and came in soft or firm. Staff was all over, cleaning fixing breakfast. Breakfast had pancakes, waffles, French toast, rolls, toast, baggies, sweet rolls, muffins, cereal, fruit, eggs, sausage links, sausage patties, yogurt and all the drinks. Pool was clean, the whole place looked new but it is barely 4 yrs old and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This establishment was very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shameeka

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was no clean the sheet had other peoples hair on them. The floor was dirty, while the staff was nice they seem not to engage in self care
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Randy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

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

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025