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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG

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

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood offers a quiet countryside setting where guests can enjoy a soothing soak in the spa tub or swim in the indoor pool. The IHG Hotel provides practical amenities including free WiFi, laundry facilities, and wedding services.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

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Standard Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Roll-In Shower)

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
4712 Wheelerwood Rd, Northwood, IA, 50459

What's nearby

  • Diamond Jo Casino - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Albert Lea City Arena - 21 min drive - 20.0 miles
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 24 min drive - 28.8 miles
  • North Iowa Mercy Health Center - West Campus - 29 min drive - 33.9 miles
  • The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank - 32 min drive - 36.5 miles

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wheel Bar @ DJC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪35 Brew Street Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woodfire Grille - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG

Hotel in a rural location
A free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free casino shuttle, express check-out, and express check-in
  • An elevator, wedding services, and luggage storage
Room features
All 60 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (500 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Built in 2010
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 176 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, and hot tub with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–11 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 176 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Diamond Jo Casino and within 12 mi (20 km) of Rice Lake and MercyOne Lake Mills Family Medicine. Rice Lake State Park is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 382 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 382 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 382 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 382 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 382 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and a great friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Room was good. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharron

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needed tp and no body wash. Other than that really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice clean quiet perfect overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will highly recommend this hotel and will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Dan

Expensive but needed a room to break up a road trip. Bed was great, and room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Lots of construction on building.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Nice hotel

Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

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

Very Friendly

Very friendly staff. Had meeting room reserved and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk gal is so friendly and accommodating:)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel with very friendly and helpful staff at check- in. Room and bed was comfortable. Needed to wash clothes and was able to wash two loads in guest laundry without cost including detergent provided by staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff at check in. Only complaint is that our room was on the end and next to the staircase so it was like a herd of elephants coming down in the morning, lol.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Dan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is antiquated and needs renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Broke down across the street. Waiting for a tow. Needed a place to stay while finding one. Chose this hotel. Is an amazingly clean hotel and staff is exceptionally friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

remodeling happens

We got there and found out the hotel use under major remodeling. Lobby hallways had sheetrock and light dust throughout. Not a deal breaker because it is an improvement. Just unfortunate. very friendly staff and very comfortable beds. Also, very windy day and there was a howling through our window possibly part of the remodel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Highly average. Overpriced but limited choice in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was good for our stay except for the elevator being out of service. While it was simply a minor inconvenience for us - for an elderly group it would have been much more difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary

I requested a Handicap room .I got a room with a bar in the shower. Toilet was to low to the ground and very hard to get off and on for a Handicap person point of view. No handles around the toilet. No seat or hand held showet attachment in shower, so I could not take a shower.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fredrick C Kusch,

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel shares the same campus as Diamond Jo Casino and is a 10 minute drive from Rice Lake Golf and Country Club in Lake Milks, IA. Myself and three friends enjoyed an excellent 24 hour golf and gambling getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

The breakfast was excellent: fresh fruit, good variety of selections, warmed sweet rolls-yum
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Therese

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charge too much $$ for uncomfortable beds. Smoky smelling room was supposed to be non smoking. This one is not up to Holiday Inn standards. As well as their famous pancake machine was not cooking pancakes. Tammy front desk friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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