Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Williamsburg, a 4-minute drive from the College of William and Mary and 14 minutes from Jamestown Settlement. It is 8.2 miles from Busch Gardens Williamsburg and 9.3 miles from Water Country USA.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available, operational from May to September.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 3 children aged 17 years and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.

Captain John Smith Inn - Budget Motel in Williamsburg

Average nightly price at Captain John Smith Inn Williamsburg by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$78
February	$46
March	$49
April	$51
May	$67
June	$59
July	$97
August	$82
September	$63
October	$61
November	$54
December	$70

What guests think

At Captain John Smith Inn Williamsburg, reviews describe a budget, older-style motel with mixed experiences: many guests found clean and comfortable rooms, while others reported dirty carpets, musty odors, and worn or poorly maintained areas.

The location is praised for easy access to Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, highways, and plenty of nearby dining, including a pancake house next door and late-night options. Service feedback is largely positive, highlighting welcoming front desk staff and smooth check-ins. Noise varies from mostly quiet stays to occasional disturbances and thin walls. Expect a simple, low-cost stay with variable upkeep.

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Fonda

Apr 3, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I needed to stay a night… I did. I needed a hot shower. Water was hot. I wanted good food choices, they were in the middle of it, from breakfast to dinner. I was happy.

10

Joyce

Jul 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Old fashioned motel with simple amenities, reasonable price compared to chain hotels in the area. Room is clean & neat. Good fridge in room.

10

John

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Only thing not in the room was an extra blanket. I did not request one, just used comforter from extra bed.

2

Christopher

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms and facilities are dirty and out dated. There was a smell that was so bad that I had to spray the room.

6

Loreal

Dec 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The heater in the room hardly keep us warm.

10

Brian

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Exactly what we needed. Busch Gardens weekend trip for Hallo-Scream. Late check in was easy, Beds were clean and comfortable, Shower had good pressure, and water was nice and hot. We went with the cheaper option because we were only going to be there about 8 hours to get some sleep. No Regrets.

2

David

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room had cigarette burns in the blankets. Walls were dirty. Had to burned up outlet was black on the outlet chair was broke. Door wouldn't lock. Environment was pretty dirty. I think it's I'm very unclean outside. Very dirty people fighting all night. Keeping you up. The guy gave us a Wi-Fi code and it was wrong. There was mildew and the restroom and in the room itself and no coffee pot. Nothing was one of his described online including the king size bed. What wasn't even a queen? It was a double. It was supposed to be a king. No working ice machines. The place was just a real disgrace. I think it should be shut down

10

Rebecca

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean and everything worked!

6

William

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is older. The outside areas are filthy. The pool is covered but looks very trashy. The price is good, but you get what you pay for. The room was ok for me by myself, but definitely wouldnt bring a family or a female. Carpet in room would leave your bare feet brown. Over all probably wouldn't choose the motel again. John Smith probably had cleaner accommodations in his time. I went for price, and got what I paif for.

2

AMMAR

Jun 15, 2022

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Stayed 5 nights

This hotel is filthy. The carpet is from 1900. The bathroom water doesn't do through. We have to wait some minutes to get a shower. I'm not going back for sure.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many guests describe rooms as very clean, while others report dirty or stained carpets, musty smells, mildew, cigarette burns, and unkempt exterior areas.

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Sean

Sep 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One of the cleanest hotels I’ve been in

10

Elizabeth

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I've stayed here multiple times and the room is always clean, including the appliances, bed, and bathroom. It's within walking distance of whatever you need. Always love staying here.

8

Jonathan

Sep 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was close to the ballfields where my daughter was playing. Was close to many restaurants and Busch Gardens. Was very clean and mainly quiet at night.

2

Christopher

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms and facilities are dirty and out dated. There was a smell that was so bad that I had to spray the room.

10

Christopher

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice simple stay. Well priced, clean, and very comfortable bed.

2

David

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room had cigarette burns in the blankets. Walls were dirty. Had to burned up outlet was black on the outlet chair was broke. Door wouldn't lock. Environment was pretty dirty. I think it's I'm very unclean outside. Very dirty people fighting all night. Keeping you up. The guy gave us a Wi-Fi code and it was wrong. There was mildew and the restroom and in the room itself and no coffee pot. Nothing was one of his described online including the king size bed. What wasn't even a queen? It was a double. It was supposed to be a king. No working ice machines. The place was just a real disgrace. I think it should be shut down

10

Rebecca

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean and everything worked!

6

William

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is older. The outside areas are filthy. The pool is covered but looks very trashy. The price is good, but you get what you pay for. The room was ok for me by myself, but definitely wouldnt bring a family or a female. Carpet in room would leave your bare feet brown. Over all probably wouldn't choose the motel again. John Smith probably had cleaner accommodations in his time. I went for price, and got what I paif for.

8

Brian

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The place was nice for being cheap. They are doing some renovations it seems. The carpet needs cleaned really bad. I walked barefoot and my feet were black. The room smelled really musty. Other than those two things, the service was great, the room was clean, the beds were comfortable, and the staff were really friendly.

2

AMMAR

Jun 15, 2022

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Stayed 5 nights

This hotel is filthy. The carpet is from 1900. The bathroom water doesn't do through. We have to wait some minutes to get a shower. I'm not going back for sure.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic but comfortable for many, with firm beds, spacious layouts in some, and notably dated decor. A few mention thin walls, flat pillows, and weak heating.

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jack

Jun 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

great price for a nice room. Would stay there again

8

James

Sep 6, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

This place had a train track behind the building but was for the most part very quiet and peaceful.

6

Loreal

Dec 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The heater in the room hardly keep us warm.

6

edgar

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The pillows were flat

10

Brian

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Exactly what we needed. Busch Gardens weekend trip for Hallo-Scream. Late check in was easy, Beds were clean and comfortable, Shower had good pressure, and water was nice and hot. We went with the cheaper option because we were only going to be there about 8 hours to get some sleep. No Regrets.

8

Beverly

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed 1 night between two days at the local amusement and water parks. Just there to sleep and shower, so the reasonable price is attractive. The room had what we needed and the beds were comfortable.

10

David

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The people were nice. The room was quiet and clean. It is an old hotel but it was just what I was looking for.

6

Pruitt

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, rooms right out of the early ‘60s. Beds were good, but firm. Staff fine.

8

Jeanie

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overall it was great to stay there. The lady at desk was nice and the room was spacious. I liked the fact it had a big desk.

10

Isabella

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very comfortable and exactly what I was looking for!

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly and helpful, with smooth check-ins and accommodating front desk staff. Occasional issues include an incorrect Wi-Fi code.

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Cynthia

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The front office gentleman was very nice. The place was reasonable in price. No bugs.

10

Jay

Jan 9, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Owners are awesome.

10

Maryann

Mar 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The check in process was easy. The room was clean. We will stay here again.

8

keri

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and clean! Definitely would stay again!

10

Brian

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Exactly what we needed. Busch Gardens weekend trip for Hallo-Scream. Late check in was easy, Beds were clean and comfortable, Shower had good pressure, and water was nice and hot. We went with the cheaper option because we were only going to be there about 8 hours to get some sleep. No Regrets.

2

David

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room had cigarette burns in the blankets. Walls were dirty. Had to burned up outlet was black on the outlet chair was broke. Door wouldn't lock. Environment was pretty dirty. I think it's I'm very unclean outside. Very dirty people fighting all night. Keeping you up. The guy gave us a Wi-Fi code and it was wrong. There was mildew and the restroom and in the room itself and no coffee pot. Nothing was one of his described online including the king size bed. What wasn't even a queen? It was a double. It was supposed to be a king. No working ice machines. The place was just a real disgrace. I think it should be shut down

10

Kristopher

Oct 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service

10

Kristopher

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I enjoyed my stay very much I have returned because of the great staff, cleanliness, and accommodations. They treat you like family.

10

Audrey

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I found this property quiet and clean. Had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. Front desk associates were nice and friendly. I requested a bottom floor room and easily got one. Would stay here again.

8

Jeanie

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overall it was great to stay there. The lady at desk was nice and the room was spacious. I liked the fact it had a big desk.

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Location

Convenient spot for attractions and food, with easy access to Busch Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg, highways, and restaurants; a pancake house is next door and some places are walkable. A nearby train track is noted but usually not disruptive.

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Fonda

Apr 3, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I needed to stay a night… I did. I needed a hot shower. Water was hot. I wanted good food choices, they were in the middle of it, from breakfast to dinner. I was happy.

10

Elizabeth

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I've stayed here multiple times and the room is always clean, including the appliances, bed, and bathroom. It's within walking distance of whatever you need. Always love staying here.

8

James

Sep 6, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

This place had a train track behind the building but was for the most part very quiet and peaceful.

8

Jonathan

Sep 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was close to the ballfields where my daughter was playing. Was close to many restaurants and Busch Gardens. Was very clean and mainly quiet at night.

10

Jay

Jun 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place was very clean, they had a pancake house right next door for a excellent breakfast and right down the street they have a place to get food till 1:00 3:00 in the morning the cookout which was great since we got in late very nice people definitely recommend this place

10

Basean

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We clean and convenient

6

Lenora

Jul 16, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

great location near restaurants. Inn is only 2 miles from colonial williamsburg. there is no free breakfast but there is a pancake house next door.

8

Beverly

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed 1 night between two days at the local amusement and water parks. Just there to sleep and shower, so the reasonable price is attractive. The room had what we needed and the beds were comfortable.

6

Pruitt

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, rooms right out of the early ‘60s. Beds were good, but firm. Staff fine.

8

Fonda

Apr 15, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

It was inexpensive, it is convenient to the highway, food, heck its next do to a pancake house! Enough said!

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Dining

No free breakfast is mentioned, but guests appreciate the pancake house next door and other nearby dining, including late-night options.

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Fonda

Apr 3, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I needed to stay a night… I did. I needed a hot shower. Water was hot. I wanted good food choices, they were in the middle of it, from breakfast to dinner. I was happy.

10

Elizabeth

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I've stayed here multiple times and the room is always clean, including the appliances, bed, and bathroom. It's within walking distance of whatever you need. Always love staying here.

8

Jonathan

Sep 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was close to the ballfields where my daughter was playing. Was close to many restaurants and Busch Gardens. Was very clean and mainly quiet at night.

10

Jay

Jun 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place was very clean, they had a pancake house right next door for a excellent breakfast and right down the street they have a place to get food till 1:00 3:00 in the morning the cookout which was great since we got in late very nice people definitely recommend this place

6

Lenora

Jul 16, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

great location near restaurants. Inn is only 2 miles from colonial williamsburg. there is no free breakfast but there is a pancake house next door.

8

Fonda

Apr 15, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

It was inexpensive, it is convenient to the highway, food, heck its next do to a pancake house! Enough said!

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Captain John Smith Inn Williamsburg

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