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
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Access Tub)
Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug

Explore the area

Map
4750 W State Road 46, Sanford, FL, 32771
  • Seminole Towne Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Central Florida Regional Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(105 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Access Tub)

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
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.8 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
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 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 Central Florida Regional Hospital and Wekiwa Springs State Park.

What's nearby

  • Seminole Towne Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Monroe - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Central Florida Regional Hospital - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 15 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • DeBary Station - 10 min drive
  • Sanford Station - 14 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 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.

Languages

English, German, Hindi, Spanish

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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

  • Free cot
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • 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
  • Private bathroom

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

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 29 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG on 5 Aug 2025 start from AU$173.76, 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.

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 810 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1023 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1023 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rita Ms

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was comfortable and clean -
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as advertised on the site.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stuff, clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nitin, Milton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and breakfast options
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Cottonwood Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have removed all coffee makers from the rooms as a cost cutting measure. This means no coffee until you get dressed and go downstairs
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sateesh, Sammamish

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service and facilities in the property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fitzroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Driving distance to my fathers home
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Hard to find. Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Janice

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allegra, Dewitt

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

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very clean, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025