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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling by IHG

2.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Property amenity
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling, an IHG Hotel, travelers find a balance of calm and adventure by the lake. Start your day with a hearty breakfast buffet, enjoy a soothing soak in the spa tub or an energizing swim in the indoor pool, and explore nearby attractions.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - double
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Accessible (Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Accessible (Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sterling, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling by IHG is on a lake. Riverview Golf Club and Sterling Creatives are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Sterling State Park and South Platte River. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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1555 E Chestnut St, Sterling, CO, 80751

What's nearby

  • Overland Trail Recreation Area - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sterling Overland Trail Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Riverview Golf Club - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sterling City Hall - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Columbine Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Denver Intl. Airport (DEN) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Eagle Travel Stop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Baja Tacos - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling by IHG

Hotel by the lake
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling by IHG. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine, a front-desk safe, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, 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
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)

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Sterling Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Sterling
Holiday Inn Express Suites Sterling
Holiday Inn Express Suites Sterling by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites Sterling an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling by IHG Sterling
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling by IHG Hotel Sterling

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling by IHG located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is steps from South Platte River and Overland Trail Recreation Area. Sterling Overland Trail Museum and Riverview Golf Club are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sterling by IHG Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 643 out of 859 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 859 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 859 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 859 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 859 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very short stay but conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our go to hotel in Sterling it’s always clean and up to date and close to what we need it for!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were good size, including bathrooms, and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean with a comfortable bed. What more do you need? Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area off the highway, newer hotel very clean, lots of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here. The staff is always wonderful. The pool and hot tub are great. Love the breakfast!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff. Clean rooms. Comfortable beds and pillows. GREAT breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is the best in Sterling, so far.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best breakfast ever. Scrambled eggs biscuits and gravy two kinds of sausage, bacon, and potatoes!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, very clean and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gŕeat spacious, clean room. Ñice wallk for pet adjacent to hotel. Extensive breakfast. Friendly helpful staff,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable beds! And a great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAFAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Clean rooms, hallways, everything. Very good breakfast. I highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanny

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Newer hotel. Clean, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Nice stay

It was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was professional and very helpful. Hotel even had a beautiful walking trail.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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