About Holiday Inn Express - Richmond Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Placing guests within walking distance of Virginia State Capitol and the Greater Richmond Convention Center, the Holiday Inn Express Richmond - Downtown hotel features a business center and meeting and conference space.
En-suite rooms are appointed with air-conditioning, cable TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi, along with conveniences such as coffee makers, microwaves, and mini-fridges. Suites offer extras such as separate seating areas and/or whirlpool tubs.
Facilities at the Holiday Inn Express Richmond - Downtown hotel include a 24-hour front desk, a free area shuttle service, a safe-deposit box, dry cleaning and laundry services, and free newspapers in the lobby. Parking is available for a fee.
Breakfast is complimentary. Area dining spots include Bistro 27, The Hard Shell, and Juleps.
The hotel lies within one mile of the National Theater and Brown’s Island Park and is a 20-minute drive from Richmond National Airport. The hotel also offers easy access to the Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Virginia.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Near restaurants and attractions
Although this hotel is a few blocks further from downtown than the name suggests, guests have found the location of the property is convenient nonetheless. There is a decent choice of restaurants within a 15-minute walk, as well as shops and cultural attractions within reasonable driving distance.
positive:
Clean and spacious rooms
Rooms here aren’t particularly luxurious but previous guests have tended to describe the accommodation as clean and comfortable regardless. Guests have also noted that the rooms are surprisingly spacious considering the city center setting of the hotel.
positive:
Convenient extras
Feedback concerning breakfast is a little mixed but most guests have agreed that this freebie is convenient and saves a bit of cash during your stay. Also, guests have found the free shuttle service is a handy extra, with many taking advantage of the service to avoid driving for a while.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Parking related concerns
A number of guests have mentioned that they found themselves circling the hotel in order to access the underground parking lot. Others found that parking spaces were limited. Also, guests haven’t been overly keen on paying extra for parking.
negative:
Noisy air-con/heating
Although noise doesn’t appear to be a significant concern at this hotel, guests have mentioned that the in-room air-conditioning and heating units are fairly noisy. This may present some challenges for light sleepers.
negative:
Immediate neighborhood may disappoint
Guests have appreciated the proximity of shopping, dining, and attractions but do note that the area immediately surrounding the hotel seems a little sketchy. This is especially the case at night when the area is found to be poorly lit.