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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Family Fun Center

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Exterior
Lobby
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South is close to Family Fun Center and Polk Museum of Art. Enjoy a continental breakfast to start your day, relax by the outdoor pool, and maintain your fitness routine at the gym.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Showing 14 of 14 rooms

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Suite, Communications Hearing)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Suite, Communications Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communication, Mobility)

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communication, Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3405 South Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL, 33803

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Village - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • RP Funding Center - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Lake Mirror - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • The Circle B Bar Reserve - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Lakeland Station - 16 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG

Hotel near Lakeside Village
Located close to Family Fun Center and Polk Museum of Art, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG provides free continental breakfast, shopping on site, and laundry facilities. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Exterior

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  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Lakeland, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Family Fun Center, Lakeside Village, and Polk Museum of Art. Lake Mirror and RP Funding Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lakeland South by IHG Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 717 out of 898 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 898 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 898 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 898 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 898 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent..front staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, very clean, friendly staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the cleanest properties that I have ever stayed at. The staff was helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is convenient for FSC parents, lots of retail stores and restaurants nearby. Hotel is clean and serves the purpose.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean plenty of parking. The snacks were perfect. Staff is friendly. I was not aware of the hundred dollar holding on my debit card for the room and check in but besides that it was fine looking forward to breakfast tomorrow and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and service. Rooms are spotless and beds comfortable. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly, very clean and quiet. We have stayed 3 nights best hotel in Lakeland.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean property. Fast check in. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ropierto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always my go to hotel when I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean almost felt like it’s a brand new hotel. Loved my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

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

Clean

Awesome stay nice and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and i enjoyed the stay in this hotel. Everyone was friendly and the hotel is super clean and smells nice all the time . We enjoyed the pool thanks everyone . Definitely will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was great every morning. My favorite thing was the 24 hour coffee station.Nothing quite like a freshly ground brewed cup of coffee, they even had my coffee creamer. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, nice area, nice front desk people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Amenities
Very nice hotel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super super clean hotel with a fantastic breakfast!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable with a great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant two day stay. We liked the “no pets”. Very good breakfast. Plenty of parking. Comfortable room. Pay attention driving into and out of the parking lot adjacent to Florida Avenue.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Cleanliness is most important to me and this hotel met that
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and very friendly staff. Would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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