Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Cortez hotel

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(90 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Cortez

In Cortez .You'll find Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez and Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Cortez Cultural Center and Cultural Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Southwest Health System - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cortez Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Cultural Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maverik - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪WildEdge Brewing Collective - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Casita de Cortez - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gustavo's Mexican Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

Enjoy free breakfast at this Cortez hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business center on site. An indoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG. Self parking is free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Bellhop
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Satellite television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Golf
  • 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.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 2 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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 credit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez
Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez Hotel Cortez
Holiday Inn Cortez
Cortez Holiday Inn Express

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG is 6.5 mi (11-min drive) away from the Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ute Mountain Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG features an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG have a restaurant?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG is home to Destination Grill, which features happy hour.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG to downtown Cortez?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG is 1.4 mi away from Cortez.

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1007 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very courteous and helped me with the reservation even after Expedia’s reservation was not in their system. If not for her help, I wouldn’t have had a room for the night. Not sure if Holiday Inn Express dropped the ball or if it was Expedia’s issue.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

6/10 Okay

Jacek

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property definitely needs some maintenance and modernization. Restroom ceiling look terrible from previous leaks, wallpaper was hanging above shower and furniture was and looked very old. Some door card readers didn't work as well...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indoor pool nice!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Gabriel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Too much noise
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Close to Mesa Verde

Not the Holiday Inn hotels I'm used to. The parking lot was very dark and the interior was dated. We only stayed one night for the close proximity to Mesa Verde NP.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Very old hotel. Not a regular Holiday Inn express Weeds, small room. It looked like they just bought an old hotel. The breakfast was good. Parking lot and landscaping was terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jagabandhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

Great place to stat

Staff were so helpful, bed was comfortable, breakfast was good. We stayed 2 nites and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrienne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed was extremely comfortable! Front desk staff was wonderful and breakfast was standard. Otherwise the hotel is quite in need of renovations. There are signs all over the hotel saying that they are undergoing renovations. We saw no sign of that happening yet, but it’s possible that they will be doing so in the near future? Microwave in room didn’t work and remote didn’t work for tv to turn on and off but we figured it out with buttons on side of tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri, Duvall

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our two day stay. Clean, quiet, everything worked. And the pool was an added bonus. It made all the difference after a days exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

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

Best in class

Nicest amenities of any economy motel I’ve ever experienced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had a safe spot of motorcycles to park. Friendly staff. Best water pressure ever in the shower. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very very nice hotel. Wonderful service, clean room, nice breakfast, felt safe staying there alone
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025