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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

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A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a reception desk, and a patterned carpet.
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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A modern breakfast area with a counter, seating, and a sign for 'EXPRESS START BREAKFAST'.
A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and armchairs, a patterned carpet, and wooden accents on the ceiling.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept

Explore the area

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4750 W State Road 46, Sanford, FL, 32771
  • Place, Elev8 Fun Orlando
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Seminole County Sports Complex
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Communications)

A hotel room with a bed, a coffee machine, and a small refrigerator.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Communications)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a coffee machine, and a view of greenery outside.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a desk with drawers, a green office chair, and a small ottoman.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a coffee maker, a microwave, and a window with a view.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a coffee machine, and a small refrigerator.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(149 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

A hotel room with a bed, an orange patterned sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a window with a view of a sign.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a coffee machine, and a view of greenery outside.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, an orange patterned sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a window with a view of a sign.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a desk with drawers, a green office chair, and a small ottoman.

Room (Specialty)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a coffee machine, and a view of greenery outside.

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

A hotel room with a bed, a coffee machine, and a small refrigerator.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

A hotel room with a bed, an orange patterned sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a window with a view of a sign.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Communications)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

2 Queen Beds Standard

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4

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 - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Wekiwa Springs State Park - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 17 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Blue Spring State Park - 23 min drive - 32.8 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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

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 a hairdryer. 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 and complimentary toiletries.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • 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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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 13 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG on 29 Sept 2026 start from NZ$187, 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. 992 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1235 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great!Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, near plenty of restaurants and amazing cooked breakfast every morning at hotel, location next to main highway very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area clean property and very nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing, very clean and the breakfeast was delicious
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whenever I travel to this area, I always stay here because I feel safe, comfortable, and well accommodated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and breakfast was good. Convenient to the highway and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with great staff. Nice breakfast. Easy check inn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything clean, wide variety breakfast, ideal location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Clean room, excellent breakfast,staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay. Very clean, staff was excellent & breakfast every morning.. I'd definitely stay here again when I'm back in town 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel best for completely self reliant people.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, peaceful and breakfast according to my bf was great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice breakfast selections.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Naresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu was fresh and tasty.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was headed out to McDonalds for breakfast but stopped to see what the hotel had and their breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will always keep coming back to this hotel. Very clean rooms and comfortable beds!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betty Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was easy to get to. The room was clean and the free breakfast was awesome. All of the staff we encounted were courteous and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfasts were wonderful. Easy access to the nice pool. Room was very clean and everything worked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

W Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the 3rd year in a row staying here for an event in the area and it has been excellent each time. Always clean and pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, convenient, and great for a business stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms were nice size and very clean. Definitely recommend if you are in the area and need a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026