Best Western Williamsburg Historic District

2.5 star property
Colonial hotel near Governor's Palace

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Indoor pool, sun loungers
Fitness facility
Front of property
Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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351 York Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185
  • Place, Governor's Palace
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Merchants Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, College of William and Mary
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

7.4 out of 10
Good
(80 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Pet Friendly)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

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

Accessible King Room with Walk in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Pet Friendly Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Pet Friendly King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Williamsburg

Heart of Williamsburg.You'll find Governor's Palace and DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Golden Horseshoe Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Governor's Palace - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Merchants Square - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • College of William and Mary - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 4 min drive
  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Shorty's Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Emily's Donuts and Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Best Western Williamsburg Historic District

Colonial hotel near Governor's Palace
Best Western Williamsburg Historic District offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Williamsburg Historic District. Self parking is free.

This Colonial Williamsburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Williamsburg Historic District offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch LED televisions come with 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 provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor 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
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (40 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

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.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Best Western Williamsburg Historic District Hotel
Best Western Historic District Hotel
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Clarion Historic District
Williamsburg Historic District
Best Western Williamsburg Historic District Hotel
Best Western Williamsburg Historic District Williamsburg
Best Western Williamsburg Historic District Hotel Williamsburg

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Williamsburg Historic District to the airport?

Best Western Williamsburg Historic District is 17.9 mi (22-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 Best Western Williamsburg Historic District?

As of Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Williamsburg Historic District on Jan 25, 2026 start from $57.96, 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 Best Western Williamsburg Historic District have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Williamsburg Historic District.

How close is Best Western Williamsburg Historic District to the beach?

This hotel is 4.3 mi (9-min drive) from Kingsmill Beach and 8.8 mi (15-min drive) from Jamestown Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Williamsburg Historic District offer free breakfast?

Best Western Williamsburg Historic District offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Williamsburg Historic District?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Williamsburg Historic District?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Williamsburg Historic District?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Best Western Williamsburg Historic District have a pool?

Best Western Williamsburg Historic District features an indoor pool.

Does Best Western Williamsburg Historic District have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Williamsburg Historic District to downtown Williamsburg?

Best Western Williamsburg Historic District is 1.2 mi away from Williamsburg.

Best Western Williamsburg Historic District Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 182 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 135 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 1000 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in, nice room, friendly staff. We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sueanna

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I believe I came home with bed bugs from this hotel!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Colt

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cockroach in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mae

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely!! Super nice staff. Hope to come back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would like to say Thank you all the staff. Everyone is just wonderful. In a crazy moment of life I have felt absolutely at peace. Again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed in all sorts of hotels and generally choose budget hotels to save money. My expectations are reasonable- clean. That’s pretty much it. This BW really needs some work. The lobby was clean, but the walls and carpet really need a facelift. They were dirty and beat up. When I arrived to our room, it was tidy and mostly clean, but I found a USED hygiene pad on the floor next to the far side of the bed!!! Housekeeping completely missed this and had I seen it earlier, I would’ve asked for the whole room to be cleaned again. The bed sheets were pilled and uncomfortable. When I asked for extra blankets for each bed, they nearly didn’t have any but managed to fine the “last two” and one had a major stain on it making us wonder if it had been washed. The dining facility is an old restaurant and the floors were sticky. Under my seat on the floor was a spilled bag of blue sticky candy (looked like powdered pixie sticks or pop rocks) so my shoes were all sticky. Upon checkout, I waited 20 minutes for the front desk attendant to show up to even tell him about the used pad. I’m not sure I’d ever stay her again due to the unhygienic finding in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The front desk staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Eric

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, I wasn’t very satisfied. The water pressure in the sink was quite low, and everything just felt a bit off.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abi

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room had thick layer of dust over much of the room furniture. There was also strong chemical odor on ground near the elevator. Elevator was old and clunky, sometimes didn't ever arrive. Friendly staff, but seemed to be understaffed, which I understand is a major issue for lots of hotels, but this one needs more cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vilia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Disliked: Amenities
The workspace was overtaken by about 20 teenagers
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Will come back!

Beautiful area. Loved being across from a pasture w/horses and sheep and nice walking trail. Close to downtown Williamsburg but not in congested area. Full cooked breakfast included. Will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Usually I pick this hotel when visiting Williamsburg or the Hampton roads area in general. The staff are really friendly and they have a free continental breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not real clean, dead roaches in room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

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

8/10 Good

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cleaning staff was kind. The room smelled musty and damp. The roof in the primary and secondary dining areas both had major leaks in the roof with puddles on the floor causing one of the rooms to be completely closed off. Conveniently located to Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Holly

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nothing looked very clean. It all seemed rundown. The tub didn’t drain and we were unable to get it fixed. The smoke detector in the room went off at 11pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHELLY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is always amazing. We have stayed here multiple times and never had any problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect lower price option for visitors. Close to everything you need. 7 minute drive to Busch Gardens. Free breakfast in the morning. Family enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025