Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

1861 Riverway Dr., Lancaster, OH 43130 United States (USA)
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2.5 Star property
39.735245-82.631640
+1-800-219-2797
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Check rates1 King Suite Sofa Bed 360 To 403 Sqft Microwave, Minifridge
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Check rates2 Queen Suite Sofa Bed 391 To 472 Sqft Microwave, Minifridge
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Local attractions

Fairfield County Fair Grounds (3 miles), Kohls Department Store, Shopping within .10 miles, Columbus (35 miles), LANCASTER (2 miles), Walmart (1 miles)

Verified reviews of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"I'd stay there again"
Overall score4.0/ 5
Efficient, clean and friendly staff. Well maintained.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Jul-2026 Verified review, stayed from Sat Jul 18 to Sun Jul 19 2026 at a $146.99 average nightly rate.
"Wonderful Experience"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Best hotel we stayed at in going to Florida and returning home. Hotel staff (Katie) was exceptional to interact with.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
03-Apr-2026 Verified review, stayed from Thu Apr 02 to Fri Apr 03 2026 at a $144.99 average nightly rate.
"James Pixton"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Friendly Staff, Easy Check In/Out, Clean!
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
24-Mar-2026 Verified review, stayed from Fri Mar 20 to Sun Mar 22 2026 at a $126.50 average nightly rate.
"Clean quiet"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Overnight to avoid a.long drive after a birthday celebration.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
22-Feb-2026 Verified review, stayed from Sat Feb 21 to Sun Feb 22 2026 at a $114.00 average nightly rate.
"Excellent clean comfortable and staff fantastic"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Highly Recommend
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
08-Nov-2025 Verified review, stayed from Fri Nov 07 to Sat Nov 08 2025 at a $144.00 average nightly rate.
"Clean with friendly employees."
Overall score5.0/ 5
Holiday Inn Lancaster is very clean with a wonderful staff and had all the amenities we needed.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Oct-2025 Verified review, stayed from Thu Oct 16 to Sat Oct 18 2025 at a $171.99 average nightly rate.
"Great Stay"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Our room was a double queen and beds were very comfortable and room was cleaned each day. Our bathroom was well stocked and quite roomy. Plenty of closet space which included ironing board and iron. Complimentary breakfast was excellent. Would definitely stay there again. Staff was outstanding.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
20-Oct-2025 Verified review, stayed from Wed Oct 15 to Fri Oct 17 2025 at a $143.50 average nightly rate.
"Great room"
Overall score4.0/ 5
The bed was comfortable the room was clean. The breakfast was excellent.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
07-Oct-2025 Verified review, stayed from Sat Oct 04 to Sun Oct 05 2025 at a $178.00 average nightly rate.
"Very nice stay."
Overall score5.0/ 5
Very friendly and helpful desk clerk. Room was neat and clean.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-Jul-2025 Verified review, stayed from Sat Jul 26 to Sun Jul 27 2025 at a $208.99 average nightly rate.
"It was really nice! Room was clean!"
Overall score5.0/ 5
It was nice place! I'd stay again.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Jul-2025 Verified review, stayed from Fri Jul 18 to Sat Jul 19 2025 at a $197.99 average nightly rate.
"Great hotel and great free breakfast!"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Clean, quiet room with comfy king sized bed. Friendly stafff. Great free breakfast!
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
18-Jul-2025 Verified review, stayed from Wed Jul 16 to Thu Jul 17 2025 at a $179.99 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 204 guest reviews

Property description

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites is Lancaster's newest hotel, opened in May 2001. We are conveniently located on the Lancaster Business Rt. 33 next to the River Valley Mall. Our hotel has the extra amenities you've been looking for with an in room movie, music and game rental, indoor pool, fitness center, business center, and an extended complimentary breakfast. Our large comfortable great room is a wonderful place to enjoy our specially prepared cinnamon rolls in the morning. We also offer ADA compliant rooms 15 kitchenette suites, and 48 standard rooms with 1 king or 2 queen beds. All of our rooms come equipped with an iron, board, hairdryer, coffee maker, alarm clock radios, telephones with voicemail, micro-refrigerator, and free high speed internet access.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 pm
Year of last renovation: 2024
Floors: 3
Rooms: 63
Non-smoking rooms: 63
Rooms with disabled access: 5
Suites: 15
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 1 View spaces
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
24 hours prior to day of arrival
Nightly parking: 0.00
Total taxes: 14.00%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Car rental
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shop
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

We are 35 miles SE of the Columbus International Airport. Take 33 East to Lancaster. Use the business route. Turn right onto Ety Rd., then left onto Riverway Dr.

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pet has to be under 40 pounds. Pet Fee of $50.00 (covers 4 nights), non-refundable.

About Holiday Inn Express

  • Free Express Start Breakfast
  • Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
  • Free high-speed internet service in every room
  • eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
  • Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI generated itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Bob Evans - Traditional American breakfast options - 0.5 miles from hotel
  • Lunch: Table1 - Modern, upscale dining with a diverse menu - 1.8 miles from hotel
  • Dinner: Ale House 1890 - Historic pub with a wide selection of beers and hearty American fare - 1.9 miles from hotel
  • Activity: Rising Park - Offers hiking trails and a scenic overview of Lancaster from Mount Pleasant - 2.3 miles from hotel
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Panera Bread - Casual bakery-cafe offering sandwiches, salads, and more - 0.6 miles from hotel
  • Lunch: Shaw's Restaurant & Inn - Historic restaurant offering classic American cuisine in a formal setting - 1.9 miles from hotel
  • Dinner: The Well - Offers a farm-to-table dining experience with locally sourced ingredients - 2.1 miles from hotel
  • Activity: Ohio Glass Museum - Learn about the history of glassmaking in Lancaster with exhibits and demonstrations - 1.7 miles from hotel
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: IHOP - Well-known chain serving a wide variety of breakfast dishes - 0.7 miles from hotel
  • Lunch: Four Reasons Bakery & Deli - Local bakery and deli offering homemade sandwiches, soups, and baked goods - 2.2 miles from hotel
  • Dinner: Diamond Jim's Pizza - Casual spot for creative pizzas, subs, and salads - 1.8 miles from hotel
  • Activity: Decorative Arts Center of Ohio - Features exhibitions of art, design, and craft, located in a historic mansion - 2.0 miles from hotel

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Express Lancaster

Seasonality of Hotel Rates at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

Rate fluctuations of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

The chart above shows seasonality of prices for both group rates and the best individual traveler rates our rate checker could find at the time the group/meeting offer was placed. The lowest group rate shown is 18.8% in November 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $222 in the month of August 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Lancaster event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
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Size
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Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Meeting Space 34 x 25 x 12 78236/--363636------/--------
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Meeting Space

Nestled within our hotel, this dynamic space is equipped with the latest technology to elevate your meetings and gatherings. Picture this: a sleek SMART whiteboard ready to capture your ideas and strategies, complemented by two flat-screen TVs for seamless presentations and multimedia displays. Whether you're hosting a corporate meeting, a wedding celebration, a baby shower, or a birthday party, our versatile space can be easily divided to accommodate your specific requirements.Choose from banquet-style or rectangle-style tables, allowing you to customize the layout to suit your event's atmosphere and purpose. Worried about spills or messes? No problem - our hard wood flooring ensures easy cleanup and adds a touch of sophistication to the ambiance.Our meeting space is perfect for fostering productivity in business settings and creating memorable experiences for social gatherings. Whatever the occasion, our dedicated team is here to assist you every step of the way, from planning to execution, ensuring a seamless and successful event.
Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
782 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
34 x 25 x 12 Ft
Floor level:
1
Power outlets:
11
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 pm based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG have?

There are 63 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

Can I get a AAA rate at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG?

Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA Rate - 1 King Standard 331 Sqft Microwave, Minifridge

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG?

Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: Senior Discount 1 King Standard 331 Sqft Microwave, Minifridge

Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Can I get a group rate at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lancaster by IHG?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 8.8%.

Testimonials:

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"My experience with finding a hotel that suited our group was daunting at first. Then I found your website and it was smooth sailing from then on. My thank goes out to your service and I want you to know I appreciate everything that was done to ensure that we were satisfied with our choice." D.M. - ABERDEEN, MS

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