Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Upscale hotel near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Located close to HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital and Lake Monroe, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a grocery/convenience store, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥15,439
￥17,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30

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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

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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

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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.

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

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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

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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

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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, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

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

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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 Twin Bed

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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 Twin Bed

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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

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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.

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 comforters, in-room safe, desk

2 Queen Beds Standard

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE CLASSIC QUEEN BED

  • Sleeps 4
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About the neighborhood

Located in Sanford, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG is near the airport and near a metro station. Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Monroe and Wekiwa Springs State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Seminole County Sports Complex. Visit our Sanford travel guide
Map
32771, FL, Sanford, 4750 W State Road 46

What's nearby

  • A giraffe with brown and white spots, eating leaves from a tree.
    Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
    3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • A clear river surrounded by dense greenery and trees.
    Wekiwa Springs State Park
    8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • A calm river surrounded by dense, green foliage and trees with hanging moss.
    Blue Spring State Park
    23 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Elev8 Fun Orlando
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Seminole County Sports Complex
    17 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

  • DeBary Station
    10 min drive
  • Sanford Station
    14 min drive
  • Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB)
    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

  • Upscale hotel near Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
  • Located close to HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital and Lake Monroe, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a grocery/convenience store, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • RV/bus/truck parking, a computer station, and an elevator
    • Smoke-free premises, 2 meeting rooms, and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 121 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, and free cribs/infant beds
    • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • 55-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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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
  • RV/bus/truck 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (83 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches 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 crib
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

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
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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG?

As of Sep 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG on Sep 29, 2026 start from ￥15,439, 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 Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Lake Monroe. HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital and Wekiwa Springs State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

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

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1001 out of 1245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 1245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1245 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff, good breakfast, convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was great and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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I liked that I didn't pay parking lot, breakfast was very good and staff was friendly and respectfull.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Newer property- Rooms very clean and common area clean. Breakfast was better than most places with buffets. Close to restaurants. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This property is my go to spot every time I visit. The cleanliness is always on point and the beds are so comfortable!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property nice and clean! around the hotel and the hotel rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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1st time staying here and it was great. The room was very clean and the staff were nice and welcoming. Located by many restaurants and not far from downtown Sanford!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice and clean, staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was great!Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Great area clean property and very nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Impressed by the cleanliness of the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff is amazing, very clean and the breakfeast was delicious
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and updated room, comfy beds, quality soap and nice, strong shower. Decent fridge and microwave, hair dryer and clean, white linens. Comfortable lobby with several televisions. Spacious dining area for delicious hot breakfast with several options and free parking! Close to highway, shopping and dining options. This is our go-to hotel when in the Sanford/Lake Mary area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very clean, nice amenities and helpful staff. The towels are the worst
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Whenever I travel to this area, I always stay here because I feel safe, comfortable, and well accommodated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and breakfast was good. Convenient to the highway and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean hotel with great staff. Nice breakfast. Easy check inn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was close to my family in Sandford and everything was close by. Very clean and new and had also breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything clean, wide variety breakfast, ideal location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clean room, excellent breakfast,staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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My stay was wonderful! The cleanliness was outstanding, both inside my room and throughout the property. The staff was friendly, helpful, and professional, making me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. Angel and Pye were exceptional—they truly stood out with their outstanding customer service and kindness. I would absolutely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable place to stay with an amazing staff. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We got off our cruise early and asked if we could do an early check in. The staff was more than helpful and got us checked in early so we didn’t have to wait for hours! The room was clean, the breakfast was delicious, and the amenities were fabulous. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Will always keep coming back to this hotel. Very clean rooms and comfortable beds!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026