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Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG

2.5 star property
Guests begin each morning with a delicious breakfast buffet at this San Francisco Bay hotel, keeping them energized throughout their stay

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Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central provides a peaceful location near San Francisco Bay. Travelers start their day with the complimentary breakfast buffet, connect using WiFi in common areas, or maintain their fitness routine at the gym that's open around the clock.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Palm Park, a neighborhood in Redwood City, Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG is in the suburbs. Stanford Theatre and Hoover Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Music@Menlo and Stanford University Arboretum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Stanford Stadium, or consider a night out at Frost Amplitheater. Visit our Redwood City travel guide
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1836 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA, 94063

What's nearby

  • Fox Theatre
    Fox Theatre
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Aerial view of the Miller Sweeney Bridge And Fruitvale Railroad Bridge , showing the intricate metalwork and surrounding cityscape., Alameda, California, USA
    The Foundry
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Woodside Central Shopping Center
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • San Mateo County History Museum
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Redwood City Station
    16 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costco Food Court
    17 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Tacos El Grullense #1
    11 min walk
  • Harry's Hofbrau
    3 min walk
  • The Habit Burger Grill
    12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG

Hotel near Stanford University
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, outdoor furniture, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 62 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free internet and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • 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
  • Crib
  • 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 movies
  • Video game console

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • 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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
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

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG located?

Located in Palm Park, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Woodside Central Shopping Center, Fox Theatre, and Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center. Silicon Valley and Sequoia Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km). Redwood City Station is 16 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1004 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Francisco

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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

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean & staff super helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Laura

Very nice and clean. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Felipe

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The room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Blake

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Very clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith Brewer

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Staff was great, room was clean. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

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I love this location clean clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

kathy

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Room was clean, comfortable....staff was professional.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mike

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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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8/10 Good

Keokaisone

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Staff was kind, helpful and friendly. Clean room. Breakfast area was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is very clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Henriette

The room was basic but fine, staff was friendly. There was a party in the hallway one night and I had to call the front desk twice. Eventually it stopped. Breakfast was very good, nice buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ernest

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Very nice room, clean facility and EXCELLENT breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

john

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Yes the room was very nice & clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Devron

The room was clean. Breakfast was good. The only negative is there is -a smell when you first walk into hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

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The room was extremely clean. Staff was very polite and kind. The breakfast was well put together with many options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kesha

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Everything was great! My King bed was super comfy and my room was clean. The free breakfast was eggs, sausage and other hot and cold options. Parking was free and the room rate was reasonable. I look forward to staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Braydon

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Amazing service & amazing hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean. Great beds and pillows, nice shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

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Staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi J

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Great room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

LINDA

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We chose this hotel as it was close to our friends house. We appreciate the room & staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hotel. Cassandra & Jose were very kind, courteous & helpful in every way. The lady that serves the breakfast was also very nice. I definitely will stay here again & again when I visit Filoli Gardens in Woodside. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Desirae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Checking in was really easy even though we came in really late in the morning the room was nice and had fridge and microwave and a welcome sign on table with room service and robot to bring snacks if you wanted we did not use that as vending machine was also walking distance from room. Very nice staff and breakfast was very good at different selections for everyone. All staff was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, nice breakfast option , clean and new , easy to parking. enjoyed the stay, will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025