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Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec

Explore the area

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1836 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA, 94063
  • Place, Woodside Central Shopping Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Fox Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Silicon Valley
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a wall-mounted heater.

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Comm Access)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Redwood City

At Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Fox Theatre and Woodside Central Shopping Center. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour fitness centre and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Palm Park hotel include Stanford University and Silicon Valley.

What's nearby

  • Woodside Central Shopping Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cinemark Century Redwood Downtown 20 - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fox Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • San Mateo County History Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Silicon Valley - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Redwood City Station - 16 min walk
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪LUMA COFFEE LOUNGE - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tacos El Grullense #1 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A 24-hour fitness centre, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Redwood City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG offers 62 accommodations with video game consoles and free newspapers. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a hydromassage showerhead, and hairdryers.

This Redwood City hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge); free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Books

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express City-Central Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG on 11 Dec 2026 start from NZ$261, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG is Half Moon Bay State Beach (19.7 km).

Is Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as rollaway/extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers love the free buffet breakfast here! Offered daily, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 651 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1011 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The place looked very nice and clean, the staff was helpful and friendly, thank you so much for allowing us to stay at the Holiday Inn Express.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The stay was wonderful, will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing the room was very spacious. And breakfast and the coffee were great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff, nice room. Breakfast better than average with great coffee. Convenient location for our purpose.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good breakfast menu, clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff accommodated our request for a rollaway and were very kind during check in!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

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Basic, but reasonable price choice for that ridiculous priced area in comparison
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean & staff super helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Greatly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good variety of breakfast food to select from.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room & breakfast were great !!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay! We will definitely be back again. The breakfast was fantastic and the employees made us feel welcome and went above and beyond to answer any questions we had.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay. Rooms very clean, beds very comfortable and a friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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Staff and breakfast were great. On the internet site for Holiday Inn Express Redwood City, a spa is listed (didn't find it), and a Fitness Center. The Fitness Center only had three devices that were for running or walking on. They could use some light weights and a bench to go with them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast menu was great with variety. The room and bathrooms were very clean. The mattress was firm (really firm for back issues). The staff was very attentive and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Holiday Inn Express was very nice. The only thing that disappointed me was the Fitness Center. The building had three machines for walking or running. There were no weights at all or a bench to use them with.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was great! Beds so comfortable. The breakfast was Amazing!!!!! Will stay when I am back in town! Also the flavored water and cookies in the lobby were a great touch:)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent and courteous staff, comfortable room with great AC, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice bed and pillows easy check in and clean place would deff recommend and return
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026