Griffin Hotel, An Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel, Williamsburg ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

136 East Francis Street, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States

Griffin Hotel, An Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel, is a 4-star spa hotel featuring lush natural beauty and convenient access to world-class dining and golf amenities. The property offers various relaxation options, including an indoor pool and two outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy a tranquil getaway just minutes from Colonial Williamsburg's largest living history museum.

Rooms & Amenities

Guest rooms at Griffin Hotel offer contemporary accommodations overlooking a peaceful pond or beautiful woodlands. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, tea/coffee makers, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. Select rooms are dog-friendly, welcoming up to two pets.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include access to world-class dining at nearby restaurants such as Shields Tavern and Christiana Campbell's Tavern, both within 0.5 miles. The hotel's culinary staff can create custom dining experiences, including private wine and beer tastings. Guests also have access to extensive banquet offerings.

Leisure & Activities

Guests can access various leisure activities, including golf at the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club, which features three Jones family-designed courses. The hotel offers a shuttle service to Busch Gardens and Water Country, enhancing the recreational options available. Spa services focusing on wellness are also provided on-site.

Services & Local Area

The Griffin Hotel offers 48 meeting rooms and 67000 square feet of flexible function space for events. Guests can utilize complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Nearby transport options include the Market House Bus Stop, within a 4-minute walk, facilitating easy access to local attractions.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Queen Room Balcony

Max:

3 persons

43 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Queen Room

Max:

3 persons

43 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Williamsburg 1.1 km

Airports

Newport News/Williamsburg International (PHF) 29.9 km

Kinmen (knh) 63.2 km

Bus

Bus stop700 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Really good Hospitality

“The service was amazing, making me feel like a special guest from the moment I arrived.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“My room was impressively spacious and quiet at night, perfect for a restful stay.” view full review

Delicious Cuisine

“The food offered was absolutely delicious and added to the overall enjoyable experience.” view full review

Welcoming Atmosphere

“The hotel provided secured access and clean environments, which created a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Paid Wi-Fi
Paid parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Locker room
Hairdresser
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Tennis court
Golf course
Yoga class
Sports trainer

Services

Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Indoor swimming pool
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Massage
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

136 East Francis Street, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States

Map view

136 East Francis Street, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States

City landmarks

Museum

Governor's Palace

620 m

522 E Francis St

Bassett Hall

1.2 km

Museum

George Wythe House

810 m

214 Palace Green St

Thomas Everard North Necessary House

770 m

Duke of Gloucester ST

Colonial Williamsburg Wetherburn Tavern

840 m

Event hall

The Lawn of the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg

910 m

102 Richmond Rd

The College of William and Mary

880 m

Gallery

Williamsburg Art Gallery

1.2 km

101A Visitor Center Dr Colonial Williamsburg

Powell House

1.2 km

Gallery

The Sideshow Gallery

1.2 km

West End of Duke of Gloucester Street

Wren Building

1.3 km

Museum

Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area

710 m

Shopping Area

Merchants Square

1.1 km

Park

Quarterpath Park

2.2 km

Museum

St. George Tucker House

730 m

Museum

Williamsburg

1.2 km

Market

Williamsburg Farmers Market

1.1 km

Museum

Muscarelle Museum of Art

1.9 km

Mall

Colonial Williamsburg's Merchants Square

1.1 km

100 Visitor Center Dr

Great Hopes Plantation Tobacco Barn

1.1 km

Gallery

This Century Art Gallery

1.2 km

901 Capitol Landing Rd

Copper Fox Distillery

1.6 km

Museum

8 Shires Coloniale Distillery

2.4 km

Nearby

Museum

Colonial Williamsburg

370 m

Church

Bruton Parish Episcopal Church

360 m

Museum

Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building

440 m

Museum

Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum

40 m

Museum

DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum

540 m

325 W Francis St

Public Hospital Museum

490 m

103 E Duke of Gloucester St

Colonial Williamsburg Magazine

40 m

Restaurants

Shields Tavern

620 m

422 E Duke of Gloucester St Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area

Golden Horseshoe Gold Course-Colonial Williamsburg

290 m

302 E Francis St Ste B

Blackbird Bakery

640 m

407 Duke of Gloucester Street

Josiah Chowning's Tavern

240 m

109 E Duke of Gloucester St Colonial Williamsburg

Traditions

190 m

310 S England St

Colonial Pancake House

1.2 km

100 Page St

La Tolteca

1.5 km

135 Second St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient Location

Friendly Staff

Defective Key Card

Limited Dining Options

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.0

Service

8.3

Dining

7.0

James

United States, March 2024

8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was delightful. The rooms had excellent facilities and a pleasant patio, but there was an issue with the key card. The location was perfect, offering great access to historic Williamsburg and being away from the hustle and bustle. The dining experience included fresh sandwiches, and the facilities were top-notch.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were equipped with excellent facilities and featured a pleasant patio.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic. I appreciated the dry cleaning service and housekeeping.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a quiet wooded area, providing a peaceful stay away from the town's hustle and bustle. Additionally, it offered great access to historic Williamsburg.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience included fresh sandwiches and was satisfactory.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were great, meeting all my needs during my stay.

Colin

United States, March 2024

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was delightful overall. The location is great, offering a perfect balance between a quiet wooded area and proximity to the historic Williamsburg area. The rooms provide excellent views and access to fabulous facilities. However, the dining experience was somewhat limited, and the service could be more attentive. The value for money is reasonable considering the amenities available.

Rooms

8.0

I loved the view from my room, and the access to excellent facilities was a major plus.

Service

7.0

The service was decent, but I felt it could have been more attentive to guest needs.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location struck the perfect balance, nestled in a quiet wooded area yet incredibly close to the historic Williamsburg attractions.

Dining

7.0

While the dining options were good, I wished there were more variety and perhaps some gourmet choices.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers a good range of facilities that cater to guests' needs, but nothing extraordinary.

Jessica

United States, February 2024

8.2/10

I had a delightful stay at this hotel with access to excellent facilities and a great location in historic Williamsburg. The patio was a lovely place to relax, although the key card did have some issues. The staff was accommodating, offering dry cleaning and housekeeping services. Overall, it was a pleasant experience with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and provided access to excellent facilities.

Service

9.0

The staff was helpful and provided services like dry cleaning and housekeeping.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in the Colonial area, offering a quiet wooded retreat while still being close to Merchant's Square and the Williamsburg Historical areas.

Dining

7.0

The dining options included delicious poultry dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had pleasant patio areas for relaxation.

Convenient Location

Defective Key Card