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Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Golf
Classic House, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Deluxe House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry
$167
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5

Explore the area

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136 Francis Street East, Williamsburg, VA, 23185
  • Place, Governor's Palace
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Merchants Square
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Busch Gardens Williamsburg
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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Classic Tavern Room, 1 Double Bed | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Classic Tavern Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Tavern Room, 1 Queen Bed | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Classic Tavern Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Tavern Room, 2 Twin Beds | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Classic Tavern Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic House, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Classic House, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 680 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Classic House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • 720 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic House, 1 Queen Bed | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Classic House, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Suite | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Romantic Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Signature House, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Trundle Bed

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Signature House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Signature House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden Area

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Premium House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium House, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Classic House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Classic House, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Family House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family House, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Deluxe House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe House, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Large Twin Trundle Bed

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About this property

Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

3-star hotel in Colonial Williamsburg
This smoke-free hotel features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a golf course. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge.
Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel offers 60 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 4 outdoor tennis courts. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Spa of Colonial Williamsburg. The spa is open daily.
Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel features a full-service spa, a golf course, and 2 outdoor swimming pools. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This Colonial hotel also offers an indoor pool, a fitness center, and spa services. Concierge services and wedding services can be provided. Guests can use the indoor pool, outdoor pool, and health club at a partner property.

Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel is a smoke-free property.

The Social Terrace - Overlooking the golf course and garden, this cocktail bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • The Social Terrace

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 36-hole golf course
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Pilates classes
  • Shopping
  • Tennis lessons

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 28 buildings
  • Built in 1954
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Williamsburg Inn, 136 East Francis St. Williamsburg 23185]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 32.10 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Health club access
  • Internet access
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Shuttle service
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Colonial Houses Hotel Williamsburg
Colonial Houses Hotel
Colonial Houses
The Colonial Houses A Colonial Williamsburg Hotel
Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel Hotel

Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 531 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 531 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 531 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 531 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 531 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Byron

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Plenty of places to eat..ease of access…my only concern is I placed Do Not Disturb on outside of door and we left, came back to bed changed, new supplies, etc. Didn’t really want anyone in room when we occupied but it was fine. Thanks…Every Bellman was just plain awesome 👍🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was comfortable and in a great and unique location. The bathroom was not as clean as I would expect it to be. I had already paid the total on Expedia and yet was charged a resort fee when I checked out. All in all I would stay here again but not in the tavern.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean. The staff are friendly and professional. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Fairfield

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Roanoke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super close to old town Williamsburg. Stayed in a 18th century bungalow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wonderful experience

Lovely experience, as always. The Colonial Houses are very neat, though some seem to be in need of an interior refresh. Fun to be amidst the action and very convenient though. The location can’t be beat, and the Inn staff is great. Nice gym too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Overall, the hotel was very nice, but unfortunately our stay was negatively impacted by a major issue: the air conditioning in our room was broken. We called the front desk, but they informed us that nothing could be done until the morning. They did not offer to move us to another room or even provide a fan. As a result, we were unable to sleep because the room was uncomfortably hot. It was clear the problem was specific to our room, as the hallway outside was significantly cooler. The front desk in the morning said the best they could do was refund us $30, which was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting house, right in old town Williamsburg. Not much more than the two bedrooms and bathrooms but that was kind of expected. Would probably stay in the colonial houses again for their quaintness and convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Great getaway.

We usually go several times a year to Williamsburg. This was the second time we stayed in the Colonial Houses. It’s a true experience. Nothing fancy but if you’re a Williamsburg enthusiasts like we are, then you would enjoy staying in the housing. They are conveniently located within walking distance to all the activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

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

A Little Odd

We booked one house and got booked in another house, which was fine, but odd- as the air conditioning upstairs did not work in the one we got rebooked to. The house was very clean and the overall experience was fine. There was an odd concierge who made a big deal about us booking through a different platform and not booking directly through them, which put us off from asking for any more support from the Inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place right in the heart of historic Williamsburg
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very cool staying in an original colonial era building tavern. It was clean and comfortable and quiet. Use of the resort amenities were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anne, Hampstead

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Colonial Houses were well-located in the midst of Colonial Williamsburg, walkable despite the extreme heat. The Inn was lovely but we booked a colonial house through Expedia; the people we travelled with also booked a house directly through the Inn and were assigned a house 3x the size of ours at 50% less. We mentioned this to people we met who visit there annually and they said to never book through a third party for Colonial Houses - to get the best deal and better accommodations, book direct…an expensive lesson learned. The houses are comfortable but, as you might expect, dated. Overall, we had a nice stay but felt that value for the money we paid through Expedia was poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

WILLIAM, CRYSTAL LAKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was difficult
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
Very difficult to find our lodging. No ability to charge any devices , iPhone ,watch, etc. that needs to be updated to support technology
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Larry W

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Colonial houses are an opportunity to stay right in the midst of historic Williamsburg . The location could not be any more convenient. We stayed at Brick House Tavern on the second floor. The bed was comfortable and the room nicely decorated. However the rooms were last updated about 30-40 years ago estimating by the fixtures, etc. The rooms rates are reasonable based on location but are not reasonable based on the out of date locks (old fashioned brass keys) , bathroom plumbing and scarcity of electric outlets . An upgrade is needed. The room was very clean and bed comfortable so the basics were there. With taxes and fees we paid just over $200 nightly . At that level an upgrade is appropriate.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025