The Best Hotels Closest to James Madison University in Harrisonburg - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs, featuring large windows with a view of the cityscape.

A modern interior with a large window, a fireplace, and a variety of seating options.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign.

1. Hyatt Place Harrisonburg

1 km from James Madison University

michael

฿3,688

฿4,142 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large house with a covered porch and multiple umbrellas.

A dining table with breakfast items, two glasses of orange juice, and a mug.

A two-story stone house with a porch, multiple windows, and a sign indicating a bed and breakfast.

A room with a fireplace, wooden bookshelves, and a staircase leading to another area.

2. Friendly City Inn Bed & Breakfast

2 km from James Madison University

Edward

฿4,001

฿4,494 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a brick facade, multiple entry points, and a parking lot.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and large windows providing a view of the parking lot.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a brown ottoman, a bed, and a desk with a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and exercise balls.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Harrisonburg

1 km from James Madison University

melissa

฿2,867

฿3,219 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern chandeliers, and a variety of seating options including leather armchairs and sofas.

An indoor pool area with seating and tables, large windows, and a view of the outside.

A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a TV, and a bookshelf.

4. Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr

1.7 km from James Madison University

craig

฿3,787

฿4,253 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel exterior with outdoor seating, a covered patio, and a car parked nearby.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking lot with several cars.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.

A modern gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and dumbbells.

5. Hyatt Studios Harrisonburg

2.9 km from James Madison University

Zachary

฿2,951

฿3,255 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a building with large windows.

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, glass doors, and a seating area with yellow chairs and a bench.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, ceiling lights, and a tiled floor.

An aerial view of a campus with multiple buildings, a central lawn, and surrounding trees.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG

0.9 km from James Madison University

Ernie

฿3,822

฿4,293 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with green Adirondack chairs around a central fire pit, set on a stone patio with a view of trees and a sunset sky.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in coffee machine, and a display of food items.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled wall, a ladder, and a lounge chair.

A hotel sign with 'HOME 2 SUITES BY HILTON' and a modern building with multiple windows and a brick facade.

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Harrisonburg University

1.6 km from James Madison University

Kelly

฿3,677

฿4,129 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a brick wall.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital screen, and a glass door entrance.

A modern lounge area with seating, a fireplace, and a view of the outside.

A swimming pool with a no diving sign, a chair, and a potted plant.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Harrisonburg

0.8 km from James Madison University

Roberto

฿3,889

฿4,368 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a decorative rug.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white lounge chairs with blue cushions.

A self-service beverage station with refrigerated drinks and coffee dispensers.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including round tables and chairs, a counter with a coffee station, and a 'Hello Fall' sign.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Harrisonburg

0.6 km from James Madison University

Kenneth

฿3,392

฿3,809 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a wooden table and bar stools, a coffee station with multiple dispensers, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a large window with a view.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a trash bin, a coffee station, and a decorative backsplash.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green abstract wall art, a modern chandelier, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

10. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Harrisonburg

2.6 km from James Madison University

angelina

฿2,293

฿2,529 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large, white building with a sign reading "Quality Inn." It features a symmetrical facade with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a desk, and a green chair.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with orange ottomans, and a view through a glass door leading outside.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and tables, and a view of the outside.

11. Quality Inn Harrisonburg I-81

0.8 km from James Madison University

Charise

฿2,537

฿2,849 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a desk, two chairs, a laptop, a printer, and a lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A dining area with booths, wooden chairs, and a table.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, weight machines, and a bench.

12. Sleep Inn & Suites Harrisonburg near University

0.9 km from James Madison University

Angela

฿2,622

฿2,945 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, nightstand, lamp, and a sofa with a view of a waterfall.

A modern hotel with a well-lit entrance, a parking area, and a landscaped garden.

A swimming pool with a white fence, lounge chairs, and a building with a brown roof in the background.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs, a dining area, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

13. Clarion Pointe Harrisonburg

1.2 km from James Madison University

Andrea

฿2,467

฿2,771 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a desk, a sofa, an ottoman, a TV, a balcony with a view of trees, and a lamp.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative vases.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a sink, and a microwave. There is a wooden cabinet and a countertop with a sink. The floor has a patterned tile design.

A Courtyard hotel with a covered parking area and multiple floors.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Harrisonburg

0.9 km from James Madison University

Brandy

฿3,655

฿4,104 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with blue lounge chairs, wooden beams, and large windows.

A spacious living area with a large window, wooden ceiling beams, and modern furniture.

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including bar stools and tables, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

15. Doubletree by Hilton Harrisonburg

1.2 km from James Madison University

Christa

฿2,969

฿3,335 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, a kitchenette, and a wooden cabinet.

A reception area with a bar, seating, and a television.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden shelves, and a built-in TV.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a grey sofa with orange cushions, and a wooden cabinet.

16. Candlewood Suites Harrisonburg by IHG

1.6 km from James Madison University

Angel

฿3,152

฿3,540 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and framed pictures on the shelves.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a clear blue sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A gym with cardio machines, weights, and a digital display.

17. Hampton Inn Harrisonburg - University

1.1 km from James Madison University

Jeanette

฿2,770

฿3,111 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A breakfast area with a toaster, a waffle iron, and a display case with pastries.

A modern hotel room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen area with a coffee machine and a microwave.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a wall with geometric artwork.

A fitness room with a treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike, and a large mirror.

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Harrisonburg

1.3 km from James Madison University

ANA

฿1,995

฿2,240 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large painting on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A motel with a blue exterior, a staircase, and a sign that reads "Dawson's Inn."

A modern room with a wooden desk, a grey chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small refrigerator.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Harrisonburg

1.3 km from James Madison University

stephanie

฿2,052

฿2,304 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a central island, and green chairs.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a large painting, and shelves with products.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a refrigerator stocked with beverages and snacks, a microwave, and a small TV.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, wooden furniture, a desk, and a view of the city.

20. Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area

1.3 km from James Madison University

Patricia

฿2,745

฿3,083 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to James Madison University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hyatt Place Harrisonburg	9.6 Exceptional 1,475 reviews	View
Friendly City Inn Bed & Breakfast	10.0 Exceptional 66 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Harrisonburg	9.2 Wonderful 1,210 reviews	View
Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr	9.4 Exceptional 1,220 reviews	View
Hyatt Studios Harrisonburg	9.2 Wonderful 283 reviews	View

Top James Madison University Hotel Reviews

Home2 Suites By Hilton Harrisonburg University

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay!"

Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed here multiple times in the past few years. The staff is always welcoming and helpful. Rooms are exceptional for cleanliness and everything in the room works perfectly. Parking is convenient and the chargers allow us to get an early start the next morning."

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Harrisonburg

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and comfortable Would certainly recommend this hotel"

Clarion Pointe Harrisonburg

10/10 Excellent

"Nice breakfast. Comfortable beds."

Doubletree by Hilton Harrisonburg

10/10 Excellent

"Easy to find from the highway, pleasant and helpful staff, clean rooms, and amenities both at and nearby wonderful. Next time we’re through Harrisonburg, we’ll call again there!"

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Harrisonburg

8/10 Good

"The price was great for this location. Not sure why other reviewers complained about noise and sketchy people. Our experience was fine with none of these issues. It was very clean and nice in the room. King bed was comfortable. Plenty of shopping and eateries near by. Breakfast was listed as "continental". A waffle maker and some type of protein,like eggs and/or sausage, would be an improvement. Staff were cordial. We would stay here in the future. Amenities were fine."

Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area

10/10 Excellent

"It’s a new Hotel and is comfortable and clean. AC and heat both work well. We will definitely stay there again"

Comfort Inn & Suites Harrisonburg

10/10 Excellent

"The property was clean, the staff was helpful. The breakfast was good with scrambled eggs actually resembling real eggs rather than the powered eggs normally seen in these breakfast buffets. The hotel provides trays which is very helpful if you want to take breakfast back to your room. Staff kept the food area clean and we'll stocked."

Hampton Inn Harrisonburg - University

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was great. Everyone was super."

Other attractions near James Madison University

Atlantic Union Bank Center

Catch an event at Atlantic Union Bank Center during your trip to Harrisonburg. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Edith J. Carrier Arboretum

8.4/10 (84 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Edith J. Carrier Arboretum during your stay in Harrisonburg. Discover the area's festivals or seek out its hiking trails.

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University Park

8.2/10 (72 reviews)

Catch an event at University Park during your trip to Harrisonburg. Wander around the natural setting or experience the area's festivals.

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Regal Harrisonburg

You can take time to visit Regal Harrisonburg during your travels to Harrisonburg. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A Dream Come True Playground

8.0/10 (89 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to A Dream Come True Playground during your stay in Harrisonburg. Experience the area's festivals or attend a football match.

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JMU Convocation Center

9.8/10 (13 reviews)

Catch an event at JMU Convocation Center during your trip to Harrisonburg. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Putter-A-Round Mini Golf

7.4/10 (26 reviews)

You can take time to visit Putter-A-Round Mini Golf during your travels to Harrisonburg. Experience the area's festivals or attend a football match.

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Virginia Quilt Museum

8.2/10 (43 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Virginia Quilt Museum during your travels in Harrisonburg. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around James Madison University?

James Madison University is located in a scenic area of Harrisonburg that travellers like for its sporting events and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 16 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to James Madison University?

Hyatt Place Harrisonburg is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and free breakfast. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from James Madison University. Other good options close by include Days Inn by Wyndham Harrisonburg and Comfort Inn & Suites Harrisonburg.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to James Madison University?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from James Madison University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near James Madison University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near James Madison University.

What can I see and do near James Madison University?

Virginia Quilt Museum, Frank Kemper House and Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Shenandoah Heritage Market and Hardesty-Higgins House Visitor Center highlight some of the local culture. Edith J. Carrier Arboretum, A Dream Come True Playground and Putter-A-Round Mini Golf are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

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Our top choices for James Madison University hotels

1. Hyatt Place Harrisonburg

2. Friendly City Inn Bed & Breakfast

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Harrisonburg

4. Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr

5. Hyatt Studios Harrisonburg

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Harrisonburg University Area by IHG

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Harrisonburg University

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Harrisonburg

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Harrisonburg

10. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Harrisonburg

11. Quality Inn Harrisonburg I-81

12. Sleep Inn & Suites Harrisonburg near University

13. Clarion Pointe Harrisonburg

14. Courtyard by Marriott Harrisonburg

15. Doubletree by Hilton Harrisonburg

16. Candlewood Suites Harrisonburg by IHG

17. Hampton Inn Harrisonburg - University

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Harrisonburg

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Harrisonburg

20. Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area

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Top James Madison University Hotel Reviews

Home2 Suites By Hilton Harrisonburg University

Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Harrisonburg

Clarion Pointe Harrisonburg

Doubletree by Hilton Harrisonburg

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Harrisonburg

Spark by Hilton Harrisonburg University Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Harrisonburg

Hampton Inn Harrisonburg - University

Other attractions near James Madison University

Atlantic Union Bank Center

Edith J. Carrier Arboretum

University Park

Regal Harrisonburg

A Dream Come True Playground

JMU Convocation Center

Putter-A-Round Mini Golf

Virginia Quilt Museum

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