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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Spencer

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Exterior
Breakfast meal
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Property amenity
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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916 13th Street SW, Spencer, IA, 51301
  • Place, Spencer Municipal Golf Course
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverview Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Clay County Heritage Center
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Expanded)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Expanded)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Basic Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Basic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Basic Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Basic Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Basic Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Spencer

City center stay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Spencer Municipal Golf Course and 2 miles (3 km) of Riverview Park with a stay here. Clay County Heritage Center and Oneota Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Spencer Municipal Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Riverview Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Clay County Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Clay County Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • West Okoboji Lake - 28 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Spencer
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG also features a picnic area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
  • 1 building
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2015
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 80 lbs per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
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. 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

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG is 96 mi (109-min drive) away from the Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG?

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG on Jun 14, 2026 start from $172, including 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 & Suites Spencer by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 9.1 mi (15-min drive) from Scharnberg County Park.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG to downtown Spencer?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG is 1.5 mi away from Spencer.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 230 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 284 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast options were fantastic…even serving sweetened vanilla almond milk! Happy to have this be our go-to place in Spencer, IA.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was outstanding snd the service/hospitality was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ikuyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and the ion was pretty spacious for family of 5. Breakfast selection was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranae

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

Very friendly front desk and very clean

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent friendly staff. Good price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a lovely stopping point during our long road trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great, and breakfast was exceptional!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Check in was fast and easy. Check in lady (forgot her name but she said that she works at northwest Bank) was very nice and helpful!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

Nice place to stay

Nice hotel try to stay here whenever through town. Comfortable bed, great shower pressure, and always really clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean, staff was all soo incredibly nice and helpful, all around a fantastic stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Nice facility
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel met expectations! Staff was friendly and each area we used was nice and clean. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean nice stuff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy the stay and the late check out
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing! The room was nice and the hotel was up to date.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy, early check-in. Clean hotel, friendly staff, and good breakfast. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Very satisfied with the choice to stay with holiday express.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranae

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

Excellent stay.

Excellent stay. Super clean and I love the room arrangement.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is possibly the only clean hotel in the area. The staff were kind and the rooms were quiet. Great visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service during a very busy time for the hotel. The lobby configuration makes it easy for different groups to meet or gather. Impressive service at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, lobby, breakfast. The hotel pool is small and they don't have a hot tub, but no complaints here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very convenient to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024