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Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Interior
Lobby
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Interior
Interior

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1131 Forest Hill Rd, Harrisonburg, VA, 22801
  • James Madison University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • A Dream Come True Playground
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Harrisonburg Farmers Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Harrisonburg

A family-friendly stay in Harrisonburg awaits you at Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area. Within a 5-minute stroll you'll find James Madison University and Edith J. Carrier Arboretum within a 15-minute walk. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour business centre. .Enjoy the gym and kids' club. Other amenities include wired Internet in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Harrisonburg hotel include A Dream Come True Playground and University Park.

What's nearby

  • James Madison University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A Dream Come True Playground - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University Park - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Harrisonburg Farmers Market - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Vito's Italian Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪BoBo Café - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Vietopia - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Montpelier Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre
A computer station is on site and wired Internet is available in public spaces for a fee. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area was completed in April 2025.

This Harrisonburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1983
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area offers 83 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (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: Wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's club
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1983
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - April 2025
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 7

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 17 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 7
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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
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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham) guidelines.

We should mention

  • One child aged 17 years old or younger stays free per registered adult 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.
  • 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).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Days Inn Harrisonburg
Days Inn Hotel Harrisonburg
Days Inn James Madison University Hotel Harrisonburg
Days Inn Harrisonburg Hotel
Harrisonburg Days Inn
Days Inn Wyndham Harrisonburg Hotel
Days Inn Wyndham Harrisonburg
Red Roof Inn Harrisonburg
Days Inn by Wyndham Harrisonburg
Red Roof Inn Harrisonburg University Area
Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area Hotel
Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area Harrisonburg
Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area Hotel Harrisonburg

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area?

Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area?

Yep, Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Is Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club and babysitting services, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area is a hit with families.

Does Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area?

No, Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area Reviews

5.8

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 255 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 223 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 171 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Renee

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Peterine C

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
A little inconvenient to access entrance we were told no breakfast only coffee and missed out on a limited breakfast average place for an overnight stay may or may not use again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jenifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities
Very gross
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amy

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Becky

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tim

It was a port in the storm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Paul, Satellite Beach

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room was rough with peeling paint, low-end finishes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Cheng-Ming

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Cheng-Ming

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Shirley

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kimberley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible customer service. Do not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Judy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property needs a complete update and thorough cleaning. The towels were stained and well used. Overall it was clean on the surface. I would not stay here again nor would I stay at a Red Roof Inn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

ROSY, stafford

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

WENDY

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed bugs!! Dirty sheets and towels. Mold on the ceiling.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not clean

not terrible but not a clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Beth

Travelled with family, Business traveller
The affordable price was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Heverton

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

Horrible place , run away!

Horrible hotel, room floors was filthy, furniture was dusty, towels were old and stained, sheets was also old and stained. Owner was very rude to me. I wanted to run away when I got to the room. Very unhappy with this hotel, needs to be removed from the app.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Karina

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023