Lynchburg Grand Essential

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Lynchburg

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A lobby with a central water feature, a reception desk, and a seating area.
A grand piano in a spacious room with a patterned floor, wooden furniture, and a large window.
A paved walkway lined with greenery and a mural, leading to a building with multiple windows and a flag.
A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter, and shelves with glasses and bottles.
A Holiday Inn hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating the name.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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601 Main St, Lynchburg, VA, 24504
  • Place, Lynchburg Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Amazement Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Old City Cemetery
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Accessible Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Communications)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Lynchburg

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Lynchburg Central Business District hotel, you'll find James River and Monument Terrace. Lynchburg Museum and Amazement Square are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lynchburg Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Amazement Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rise Up Climbing - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Point of Honor - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old City Cemetery - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Lynchburg-Kemper Street Station - 5 min drive
  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mother Nature's Soul Food Vegan Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Depot Grille - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Squared Biscuit Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Benny Scarpetta's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Water Dog - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Lynchburg Grand Essential

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Lynchburg
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A 24-hour business center and 10 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 12002 square feet (1115 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and express check-in are also featured at the business-friendly Lynchburg Grand Essential. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Lynchburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 12002 sq ft of conference space
  • 1115 sq m of conference space
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Lynchburg Grand Essential offers 150 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 5 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • 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 registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 5.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Hotel Lynchburg
Holiday Inn Lynchburg
Lynchburg Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Select Lynchburg Hotel Lynchburg
Holiday Inn Lynchburg Hotel
Holiday Inn Lynchburg
Lynchburg Grand Hotel Hotel
Lynchburg Grand Hotel Lynchburg
Lynchburg Grand Hotel Hotel Lynchburg

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lynchburg Grand Essential to the airport?

Lynchburg Grand Essential is 7.6 mi (13-min drive) away from the Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lynchburg Grand Essential on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $116, 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.

Does Lynchburg Grand Essential have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lynchburg Grand Essential.

Does Lynchburg Grand Essential offer free breakfast?

Lynchburg Grand Essential does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Lynchburg Grand Essential?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 5.00 per night.

Does Lynchburg Grand Essential have a pool?

Lynchburg Grand Essential does not have a pool.

Does Lynchburg Grand Essential have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lynchburg Grand Essential to downtown Lynchburg?

Lynchburg Grand Essential is 0.2 mi away from Lynchburg.

Lynchburg Grand Essential Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 1009 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A+, stay here anytime there is vacancies.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

iyana

Clean room and great customer service!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness
It was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, staff a room very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Cecely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly and helpful, the room and halls were quiet and everything was clean. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. The only complaint where’s the soda machines. But this is an amazing hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great value
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A+ hotel, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Venoomatty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms. Great staff. Free parking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to special Features in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Tammar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly, room was nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A+ hotel. Always enjoy my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel, great location. A+
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Amenities
Very nice and quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at check-in are very nice an efficient. A+ hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my favorite hotel in Lynchburg, very clean, an staff is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quite, and comfortable. Walk to riverfront park and restaurants. Great breakfast provided.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John Cabell

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

Good hotel

Older property but in good shape. Excellent location. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff a cleanliness. But needs vending machines.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025