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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers relax in the spa tub or find sunny spots by the pool at this welcoming hotel where comfort meets convenience along Transcanada Highway 1

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG (Medicine Hat)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat, near the iconic Saamis Teepee, offers a refreshing retreat. Enjoy the spa tub, indoor pool with waterslide, and sun loungers. Free full breakfast and dry cleaning services available. Helpful staff ready to assist.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Meeting Area)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Medicine Hat, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG is in the business district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Strathcona Island Park and Police Point Park, while Esplanade Arts and Heritage Centre and Big Marble Go Centre are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Medicine Hat Curling Club or Medicine Hat Speedway. Visit our Medicine Hat travel guide
Map
9 Strachan Bay Se, Transcanada HWY 1, Medicine Hat, AB, T1B 4Y2

What's nearby

  • Medicine Hat Mall
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Galaxy Cinemas Medicine Hat
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Medicine Hat College
    4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Esplanade Arts and Heritage Centre
    10 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Big Marble Go Centre
    17 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Medicine Hat, AB (YXH)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boston Pizza
    9 min walk
  • McDonald's
    14 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    15 min walk
  • A&W
    18 min walk
  • Browns Socialhouse
    7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG

Hotel near Medicine Hat Mall
Located close to Medicine Hat College and Saamis Teepee, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG provides free full breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool along with a waterslide and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a gift shop
  • Meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 96 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and deep soaking tubs
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–10 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Medicine Hat Mall and within 3 mi (5 km) of Medicine Hat College and Saamis Teepee. Medicine Hat Curling Club and Strathcona Island Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1 by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great breakfast, friendly staff, clean pool and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, fun pool, and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good rooms and clean and friendly staff pool and water slide fun times
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room were clean, staff very pleasant, and breakfast was much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great and our daughter had a blast in the pool
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Clean comfortable room, bed was comfy. Staff was very friendly. Great location, just off highway 1
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great and staff were always polite. Breakfast was great! The property itself was super close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice rooms,great staff! I will be staying again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was really great!! Very clean throughout
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

G

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, breakfast was great. Rooms were fantastic as usual.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Spacious room Bed comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff when checking in and out. Room was clean and bed bery comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Clean room. Friendly staff. Great pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, courteous staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Very accommodating and great service. Clean and great comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Nice breakfast options. Pet friendly. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I had a great stay at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Medicine Hat Transcanada Hwy 1. The hotel was very clean and well-maintained, and my room was comfortable and spotless. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything I needed. The amenities were excellent, and everything made my stay relaxing and enjoyable. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting Medicine Hat!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Reception was excellent, receiving area had lots of space as did our room. Above all was Kathy and the exceptional breakfast. She was so lovely and the variety offered was amazing and delicious. We had travelled from Manitoba to Victoria and this was the ABSOLUTE BEST.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, excellent breakfast and the rooms really confortable. Highly recommended best price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean , comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff at reception (Sally) was very nice, welcoming, engaging and caring.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. The staff were amazing, extremely knowledgeable and helpful at every interaction. One worker that really stood out was the gentleman at the front desk. He was bold and had a big red long beard. An absolute legend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shayne

best for family stays
Stayed 1 night in May 2025