Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Virginia Tech University

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Restaurant
Suite, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space) | Room amenity
Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Exterior
Property amenity
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area offers a welcoming base near Virginia Tech. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, an indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, and in-room WiFi. The attentive staff consistently impresses visitors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Sofa bed - double
Pillowtop bed
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1020 Plantation Rd, Blacksburg, VA, 24060

What's nearby

  • Virginia Tech University - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Historic Smithfield Plantation - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lane Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Cassell Coliseum - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • LewisGale Hospital Montgomery - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Macado's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG

Hotel near Virginia Tech University
You can look forward to free breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • 1 meeting room, multilingual staff, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 94 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, sofa beds, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Separate sitting areas, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • 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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property 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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG on Nov 30, 2025 start from $103.0, excluding 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg - University Area by IHG located?

Located in Hethwood - Prices Fork, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Skelton Conference Center and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Virginia Tech University. Museum of Geosciences and Historic Smithfield Plantation are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 724 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1011 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The free breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, Roos are updates and clean. Will stay here again on future trips.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsy

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is close to everything VT and is clean and nicely renovated. Beds were comfortable and the check in girl was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice and professional. The rooms were really nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and was a very quiet and peaceful property.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for Hokie families. Clean, nicely appointed rooms that are taken care of. Only recommendation is to increase the front desk staff so that someone is at the front desk at all times.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel near campus!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

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

Great basic hotel!

so clean, staff so helpful and friendly, lovely to have tea and hot chocolate out all day and night
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a cute suite, comfortable, soft sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran

Blacksburg VA Holiday Inn Express

A lovely, comfortable hotel! Very good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

dusan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good but breakfast was little disappointing. We love holiday in for our family. My kids love the pancakes maker or waffle maker. But this hotel have no waffles or pancakes maker. My kids was little sad.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice time at this Hotel. Room was very big and clean! The personnel was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my time at the Holiday Inn and will be staying there again when I visit my parents in Radford.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Disliked: Amenities
Smelly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALLEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable, nice property. The front desk person was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, large rooms, easy check in. Some aspects of the room are a bit dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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