Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG

2.5 star property
Enjoy the indoor pool at this Carlsbad hotel

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Free buffet breakfast
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2210 W Pierce Street, Carlsbad, NM, 88220
  • Place, Carlsbad Medical Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pecos River Flume
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbad Water Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Leisure)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

In Carlsbad .You'll find Carlsbad Medical Center and Pecos River Flume within a 15-minute walk of this Carlsbad hotel. Eddy House and Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Medical Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pecos River Flume - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Carlsbad Water Park - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park - 8 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elevate - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Roque Burritos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG

Enjoy the indoor pool at this Carlsbad hotel
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG also features multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This Carlsbad hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers.

This Carlsbad hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

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 buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 11 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Carlsbad Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Carlsbad
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad Hotel
Inn Express Carlsbad Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG is 7.9 mi (16-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG on Dec 7, 2025 start from $125.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG to downtown Carlsbad?

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG is 1.9 mi away from Carlsbad.

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 473 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 473 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 473 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 473 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 473 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Close to Carlsbad Caverns and dining options. Hotel was clean, staff was friendly and the room was sclean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly helpful staff, spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Antonio

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was bed bugs I called front desk to request a refund and she pretty much said not true
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfonso

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Federico

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, clean, comfy, great breakfast. Super nice service. Great option. We return definitely. A+
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda, Fresno

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

The property was clear. The only problem we had was with the TV they were having problems with it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia, El Paso

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in this hotel is friendly, they care! Would come back to this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin, 511 w dolph

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was pretty clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with family
A very well kept facility! Staff are friendly and helpful. A good breakfast and plenty of parking. Nice job!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was really nice but the sheets were stained and looked dirty and the floors were dirty and sticky my sandals kept making sticky noises while I walking around but I did like that they provided full big bottles of all hygiene stuff like lotion body wash and shampoo and conditioner
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haydee

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

We will stay here again!

Our room was clean and the beds are super comfortable. We went to the pool and spa and it was clean too. My family and I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen, Ivins

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and helpful, room was clean. But our room was on the side of the building that was close to a busy street. A traffic light was next to the hotel entrance. Cars revving up when the light turned green made our stayvery noisy, all night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

celene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meliana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We enjoyed our stay.

Pleased with appearance, quality of food above average.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025