Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

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Exterior
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Terrace/patio
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(120 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Sanford

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG you'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Lake Monroe. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers. 1003 square feet (93 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Sanford hotel include HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital and Wekiwa Springs State Park.

What's nearby

  • Elev8 Fun Orlando - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 3.4 km
  • HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 14 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Blue Spring State Park - 21 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • DeBary Station - 10 min drive
  • Sanford Station - 14 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 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

Hotel with free breakfast, 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 centre. 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 centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1003 square feet (93 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG also features laundry facilities, a corner/local shop, and camper van/bus/lorry 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 centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Corner/local shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG offers 121 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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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
  • RV/bus/lorry 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,003 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Grab bar in shower (86 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (211 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (89 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

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 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
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-authorise 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 guest room 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-authorise 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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

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

As of 16 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG on 29 Dec 2025 start from AU$168.83, 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 Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG has a free self car park.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG is a hit with families.

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

Yep, travelers can't get enough of the free buffet brekkie here! Available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

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

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 822 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1020 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

marie

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller
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 traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good with many amenities around the property. Very quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Trupti

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was too much louder noise from the shuttle service started at 4:30am in the morning. I called front desk and they said they cannot do anything about it. When I was checking in, they gave me a room on the first floor very close to parking lot and I brought up noise concerns at that time but they assured that it will be quiet throughout the morning. It ruined my sleep and I had a very busy next day. Front desk even hang up on me when I complained. Very bad experience. Not coming here again at all. This is the difference between good brands and lower brands hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025