Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free airport shuttle at this Essington hotel

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Exterior
Room amenity
Fitness facility
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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101 Taylor Ave, Essington, PA, 19029
  • Place, Widener University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Casino and Racetrack
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Swarthmore College
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Essington

In Essington .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Harrah's Casino and Racetrack and Widener University. Subaru Park and Swarthmore College are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Widener University - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Harrah's Casino and Racetrack - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Swarthmore College - 9 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Wells Fargo Center - 12 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Lincoln Financial Field - 13 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Prospect Park - Moore Station - 4 min drive
  • PHL Airport Terminals E & F Station - 8 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stinger's Waterfront - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Phò Philly - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG

Enjoy the free airport shuttle at this Essington hotel
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). A fitness center, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This Essington hotel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG offers 72 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Essington 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 microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to midnight on request
  • Self parking on site (USD 7.42 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 7.42 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector 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

  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Airport Philadelphia
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport Essington
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport Hotel Essington
Inn Express Philalphia Hotel

Frequently asked questions

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

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG is 5.9 mi (12-min drive) away from the Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG on Nov 12, 2025 start from $118.0, 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 Philadelphia Airport by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG offers a free airport shuttle, available from 4:00 AM to midnight on request.

Does Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Harrah's Casino and Racetrack (8-min drive) and Philadelphia Live! Casino and Hotel (14-min drive) are nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 7.42 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG to downtown Essington?

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG is 0.5 mi away from Essington.

Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia Airport by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 433 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 433 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 433 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 433 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 433 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

AARON

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were excellent , friendly . The room was dirty and my white socks were brown after walking on the carpet as well as stains all over the carpet . Drapes were all torn bums living outsidey room in the parking lot .generally very noisy room .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Noureddine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was pretty tired with few amenities. It is in a very unusual location sandwiched between two historical sites (an early quarantine hospital that was a pre Ellis Island place to process immigrants in the nineteenth century and a site commemorating an early Swedish settlement in the area). The hotel itself however, is dominated by a huge and very ugly parking lot. It is right next to the Delaware River but apparently no architect was involved in its design because there is not a single window facing the river or the nature preserve that is on the other side! No breakfast, obviously PLENTY of parking, a good location to get into Philadelphia but very few dining options in the immediate area. Very basic and not all that clean...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great choice

Great choice around the Philadelphia airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checkin: The receptionist couldn’t find our reservation when we first arrived. I confirmed the last name and she said she had nothing. When I asked her if she would like my Expedia confirmation number she said ‘no, I can’t look it up by that’. I gave her my phone to show her the reservation and she was able to find it. Keys: Only one of the two issued keys worked. Room: The heat was on when we walked in, it’s June. Body wash container was empty. Brown stains on the side of the bed we don’t notice until it was time to check out. “Breakfast”: absolutely horrendous, terrible, disgusting. Dry, old, stale mess. For over $250 dollars for a night and off the beaten path just go somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Shuttle was prompt for pick up at airport. Easy check in with kind staff. Busy day with lots of flights cancelations due to weather. We did lose power in the hotel for awhile this evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwight

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well, I wasn't feeling good & my grandsons took the ice bucket tray to bring me breakfast & was told that's not allowed. So my husband went and made two trips. Overall, he should have allowed them to bring me breakfast on the ice bucket tray. ;)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Extremely outdated

Extremely outdated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service
My deposit is still pending and it’s been 2 weeks. I should not have to wait that long for them to release my money
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and helpful. There is a great little park next to the hotel, my grandkids love it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tadele

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

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

good stay

it was a clean hotel to say in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMY

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property is outdated, but clean and has a very nice staff. It also has a complementary breakfast bar.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First, let me say that the desk manager was very polite and helpful. We checked in to our first room (101) but there were no lights or power. The second room smelled of a foul odor but we were tired so we did not complain. What infuriated us was that someone (housekeeping?) entered our room the next morning unannounced while my wife was dressing! Unbelievable! I am not a YELP guy but I will tell all my friends and family to keep away from the Holiday Inn Express in Essington!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025