James River Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel in Newport News with free parking

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Shower, towels
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Courtyard view

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
6045 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA, 23605

What's nearby

  • Huntington Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Huntington Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hampton Coliseum - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Hampton Roads Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Christopher Newport University - 9 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Newport News Station - 17 min walk
  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piccadilly - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

James River Inn & Suites

Hotel near Hampton Coliseum
James River Inn & Suites provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • ATM/banking services and a vending machine
Room features
All 65 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Refrigerators and microwaves
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

James River Inn & Suites Hotel
James River Inn & Suites Newport News
James River Inn & Suites Hotel Newport News

Frequently asked questions

Is James River Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at James River Inn & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at James River Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at James River Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is James River Inn & Suites located?

Situated in Newport News, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Virginia War Museum and Huntington Park. Huntington Park Tennis Center and Huntington Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km). Newport News Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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James River Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 72 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.2/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Place was overall great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Great value
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10

It was okay for a short period
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10

Room was ice cold. No blankets on the bed only a very thin bedspread. We thought maybe housekeeping had missed it but when we called down to the front desk attendant said they didn’t have any.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10

NEVER AGAIN THEY HAD BED BUGS
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10

It was my Birthday weekend and I booked a deluxe king room with the kitchenette but ended up with a deluxe king room without the kitchenette. Not only that our room was all the way at the end in a corner where I didn’t feel comfortable. When I went to the front desk to ask about my reservation he told me I booked for a deluxe king without the kitchenette, ok cool but when I asked to change rooms because I didn’t feel comfortable at the end of the walkway he told me they were all booked up and if I have any problems just let him know. Mind you they had more than 8 vacant rooms with the kitchenette on the bottom floor where we were staying and I’m pretty sure more on the 2nd floor. Even without the kitchenette I would have rather had another room but lesson learnt, my first and last time staying at this hotel. I did make the best of my birthday which was Saturday, April 5 and enjoyed myself at the beach while I was down there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10

They don't provide hair dryer, the kitchen is nice and remodeled but the hotel does not not provide neither a coffee machine or toaster. The hotel have an ice machine in the alley but they disconnect it some nights. No extra blankets or pillows. Bathroom towels were very thin and cheap. If you like to have a cheap hotel, this is for you. For me I should have expected much more for what I paid for. I requested and was provided a non smoking room however one night the room above ours was occupied and I don't know how but we feel someone was in our room smoking, I waked very congested due to the cigarette smoke in our room. The parking lot was full of junkies at night, every night leaving trash everywhere, definitively don't recommend and will never comeback. For $ 10.00 more a night you can get a lot nicer and better hotels nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10

It was absolutely and honestly nothing like the images that they display up here. Upon opening the door. Noticed the comforter were heavily stained. When i pulled the comforter off. It had a very huge burn hole on it. About the size of 4 irons. Then immediately Noticed the very dirty, dingy like pillows. The refrigerator and stand will fall or collapse soon. The chair in the room was filthy. Burn holes and all. Shower hadn't been cleaned. Toilet seat hadn't been cleaned. Had urine all over it. Upon trying to wash my hands. The handle on the faucet fell off once i touched it. I didn't even bother asking for a refund or anything. Because i felt like they gave me this room on purpose. I will be reaching out to the BBB. And supply them with the videos that I took of the room. Oh, and the smell of the room was very moving.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

I have stayed at several places that were fairly priced. One of my faverates
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10

Ive stayed in hotel in Pakistan that were cleaner! Disgusting, the guy at the feont desk was wierd and rude.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10

Worse place I ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10

Minor problem was a loose sink faucet handle. Only 2 thin bath towels and washcloths - no hand towels, bath mat or shampoo. Parking spaces are a little narrow. Otherwise no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10

Very unclean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

Luv the way the kitchen was with the sink outside real fancy like. Jus need more towels

6/10

Room does what it needs if you’re just staying the night. Nothing luxurious. Staff was friendly and easy to work with. AC was obnoxiously loud in our room, unsure if it’s just the systems they use. Tiny showers. Overall, you get what you pay for.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10

Uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10

They seem to be trying hard to be the best of the worst. And they might be.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10

AC was leaking on the floor. No housekeeping for a 2 night stay. Shower was tiny, but I didn't end up using it anyway. There is a huge empty area that they could easily put in a tub. The few updates attempted just made the older features look worse. The only way to get to your room is past the office, which makes for a very long walk if your car is parked far from the office.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

It’s an older motel so don’t expect the Hilton standards. They have cameras all over the place and a sign up that says no visitors so it was a very quiet place. They have a grass courtyard in the middle with a little garden so that was nice to see. There only parking is out front so you have to walk like we did to the back of the hotel. Beds were comfortable. No bugs. There was some damage to the inside doors but again it was old. Kitchen was nice only thing that seems updated. Wouldn’t recommend walking around barefoot in the room as my kids did and their feet were black by bedtime. Would stay here again if I needed something cheap and decent.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10

There was a pair of used underwear hanging on the shower curtain rod when we arrived and no trash bags and only one trash can in general

10/10

I was able to check in with no trouble. Staff was attentive. I was content w the condition of my room. It had obviously been renovated. Room was a little dusty but for the price I paid, I dont have any real complaints (you get what you pay for). I was able to sit outside and read in the center area, while my son slept. It wasnt quiet but it wasnt disturbingly loud. It was well lit, and I was comfortable. Overall I'd give this stay an 8/10. If you are trying to go on vacation while on a budget, this is truly the best of the worst.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10

Not a good value for the price. All the bedding and chair were stained. The floor was dirty. Even though the room had a kitchen there was nothing in it- not a spoon or cup or pan. The whole place had a neglected feel about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10

The room smelled like cigarettes even tho it was a non smoker, the bed had plastic underneath it which made it have this annoying sound when you move. The place it was located was not the nicest neighborhood. Nothing wrong with the service, just the place was not nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

2/10

Omg!! Run I stood there one night and the other guest looked like they lived there . They had a grill in front of there room door . A clothes Line attached!! My room smelled funny!! The people that work there give you a ice bucket! But no cup! Just a mess !!

2/10

The entire experience was unpleasant. Check in was difficult with the "receptionist" not being able to find the reservation and not communicating, at all, what was going on. Literally just bustling about w/o saying a word. Some other employee/owner breezed in behind their security barrier desk ,chatted a bit, glanced my way, all w/o a word. Gave serious creep vibes. Door to room was "flimsy". Floor in room was dirty. Bathroom had hair and a few dead bugs in various places, including a "hairball" smashed on the back of the door. Luckily I bought one of those extra door locks because around 1:30 am someone tried to enter the room. I didn't stay the 2nd night I had booked
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024