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Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Cortland with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Exterior
Free breakfast
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Fitness facility
Holiday Inn Express Cortland is in the business district, offering a convenient base with practical amenities. Enjoy the indoor pool to unwind and in-room WiFi to stay connected. Guests appreciate the helpful staff and dry cleaning services.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
4.5 Locust Avenue, Cortland, NY, 13045

What's nearby

  • Cortland Country Music Park and Campground - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • State University of New York-Cortland - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Homer Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Cascades Indoor Waterpark - 15 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Greek Peak Mountain Resort - 15 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hancock Intl. Airport (SYR) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hollywood Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG

Hotel in the business district
At Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG, you can look forward to free breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, free newspapers, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Communal living room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 11 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Cortland Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Cortland
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Cortland
Holiday Inn Express Cortland Hotel Cortland
Holiday Inn Express Cortland Hotel
Inn Express Cortland Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM–11 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Cortland Country Music Park and Campground, Cortland Beer Company, and 1890 House Museum. State University of New York-Cortland and Homer Center for the Arts are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Cortland by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 703 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 703 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 703 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 703 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 703 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, moderate priced hotel with a great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, nice clean hotel, and good staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, beds were very comfortable, loved that they use all Dove bathroom products. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, the breakfast was great and enough parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, lots of parking and the breakfast was great. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Somasundaram

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Neat and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Friendly staff. Decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jolyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of people here but quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice night staff lady… She helped us with our IHG account information.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

marisa

Liked: Amenities
Clean and friendly service will stay there from now on when I visit Cortland
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shazada

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stay was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They are very welcoming and made our graduation weekend smooth and enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service. Clean room. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably clean and comfortable. Good location and decent breakfast. Slippery tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

O'Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Holiday Inn Express never disappoints.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dominick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice easy place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Timothy

When we arrived we found the elevator was broken I am recovering fromthe from
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleanness of the hotel room,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

The fact that we find out at check in that the elevator is down! And give us a room on THIRD floor! We’re not 17, we’re 70!!!!! UP AND DOWN, UP AND DOWN THE STAIRS!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here one night on the way to Rochester. Hotel was clean and breakfast was great. It was located right off the highway and There were not many things (shops or restaurants) around the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, great breakfast but shopping and restaurant choices around here are limited.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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