Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Restaurant
Pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Golf
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

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1020 Plantation Rd, Blacksburg, VA, 24060
  • Place, Virginia Tech University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Skelton Conference Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of Geosciences
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(78 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Blacksburg

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Virginia Tech University and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Skelton Conference Center. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour fitness centre, and has a business centre. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Hethwood - Prices Fork hotel include Museum of Geosciences and Historic Smithfield Plantation.

What's nearby

  • Virginia Tech University - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Skelton Conference Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Museum of Geosciences - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lane Stadium - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • LewisGale Hospital Montgomery - 8 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Roanoke, VA (ROA-Roanoke Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hokie Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 786 square feet (73 square metres) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Blacksburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 94 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 786 sq ft of conference space
  • 73 sq. m of conference space
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG offers 94 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation has separate sitting areas and is furnished with double sofa beds. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 42-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 786 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Double sofa bed
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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
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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Comfort Suites University
Comfort Suites University Blacksburg
Comfort Suites University Hotel Blacksburg
Holiday Inn Express Blacksburg University Area Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Blacksburg University Area
Holiday Inn Express University Area
Holiday Inn Express Suites Blacksburg University Area
Holiday Inn Express Suites Blacksburg University Area by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG?

As of 24 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG on 27 Apr 2026 start from AU$173, 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG?

No, pets are not allowed.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room and staff were great. Coffee was strong 😋. Ice machine outside our door was loud and annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Baruch M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elida

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Johnathon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

junia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed is comfortable. I love that coffee is available 24/7. You can also use their gym 24/7.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, clean, the beds super comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jon Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

MOHAMMAD WAKQAS

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amit Kumar

Staff at check in was quick and nice to check in in no time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room & location to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Melvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Rooms were nice. Great visit
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuriko, Blacksburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patti

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great and clean. The night check in guy could have better hospitality and friendly face. The breakfast wasn’t bad but the pancake machine needs to cook the pancake better. It was still raw and soggy. Great hotel otherwise!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff person who checked us in was very kind and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tony, Bridgewater

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and nice staff at check in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely check in and nice facilities but the hvac vibrated the bed all night and the construction next door started at 730
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Farheen

Na
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, Panama City Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great! Hotel was clean and modern. Front desk person was awesome! Great location. Breakfast was good. I was very happy with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ahmad

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025