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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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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
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Communications)

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

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

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Room (Specialty)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • Wekiwa Springs State Park - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 16 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Blue Spring State Park - 22 min drive - 15.2 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬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 hair dryers. 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 and complimentary toiletries.

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

  • 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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG on Apr 28, 2026 start from $113, 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 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. 877 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1086 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dennis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very well kept hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brenda L

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Magdiel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Xin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel is clean, staff are friendly, good breakfast options. But the hotel is located too close to freeway (especially one side of the hotel, those two bed rooms), so it’s very loud/noisy. Asked if we could switch to another room, we were told all two beds rooms are on the same side that is closer to the freeway. It’s weird they designed the rooms this way.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELSAYED

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The are very clean. Excellent staff and the breakfast is delicious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Randall, Deep Gap

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

susie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The breakfast was perhaps the best we’ve had with Holiday Inn hotels. Wide variety offered and the 2nd day the choices were changed up. Very clean DR also.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Location was perfect for me.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harley, Jacksonville

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expedia & MARIOTT 809 meadows & WINTER PARK ORLANDO!! HORRIFIC NIGHT STAFF !!!!!! Dangery
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

José

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia K

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean but very basic. No coffee pot in room, no amenities in room. Bed comfortable. If you wish a plain jane clean room to sleep in this is your place. I think $250 a night for a basic motel room is too much and expected better. Not for me, but as I said clean and comfortable just very very basic.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen, quitman

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A, Ocala

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean, the staff is great, close to a lot of restaurants and stores.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and comfortable. The hotel is located close to multiple places to eat which makes it convenient. The staff were nice and kind, the breakfast options were good, would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025