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Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG

2.5 star property
Redwood City hotel in Palm Park area

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Exterior
Garden
Free daily buffet breakfast
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications) | Living room | 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV, video-game console
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1836 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA, 94063
  • Place, Woodside Central Shopping Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Fox Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Redwood City

Palm Park stay.With a stay at this Palm Park hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Woodside Central Shopping Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Fox Theatre. Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center and Nazareth Ice Oasis are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Woodside Central Shopping Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fox Theatre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Red Morton Community Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Foundry - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Redwood City Station - 16 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tacos El Grullense #1 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Hofbrau - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Milagros Latin Kitchen - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG

Redwood City hotel in Palm Park area
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Redwood City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG offers 62 accommodations with video-game consoles and complimentary newspapers. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, and hair dryers.

This Redwood City hotel provides complimentary wired 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 microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge); free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Books

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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • 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

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

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.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

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
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. 

We should mention

  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG is 5.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the San Carlos, CA (SQL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

As of Feb 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG on Mar 7, 2026 start from $131.0, 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 Redwood City-Central by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs USD 50 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG to downtown Redwood City?

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG is 0.7 mi away from Redwood City.

Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 622 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Cheree

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
An extra $200 hold was immediately put on our card on top of the room charge. The area ia not an ideal area. The back door of the hotel was frequently left open. As soon as we got to the 3rd floor, you could smell marijuana very strong. When we went into the room, the bench fabric was peeling off. There was also water damage by the window.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nieves

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest, Windsor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, clean facility and EXCELLENT breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

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

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Rooms very clean, beds very comfortable and a friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Desirae

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Checking in was really easy even though we came in really late in the morning the room was nice and had fridge and microwave and a welcome sign on table with room service and robot to bring snacks if you wanted we did not use that as vending machine was also walking distance from room. Very nice staff and breakfast was very good at different selections for everyone. All staff was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

karly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was good. Clean updated rooms, full breakfast, ample free parking. Only downside is view was of parking lot and pull out couch not comfortable (thin mattress and can feel springs)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Sacramento

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
First time staying here and it was wonderful, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room, really comfortable bed, helpful staff, great free breakfast and free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean. Great beds and pillows, nice shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

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

10/10 Excellent

Neliana

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Sheets were very soft. Clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was quiet and clean. The breakfast was good, and the coffee was excellent. But the electronic blinds kept raising and lowering by themselves, at 7:30am and at about 3pm. The desk didn't know why that was happening.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean. Breakfast was nice. Parking was but ifnissue but they where doing construction so it ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hotel. Cassandra & Jose were very kind, courteous & helpful in every way. The lady that serves the breakfast was also very nice. I definitely will stay here again & again when I visit Filoli Gardens in Woodside. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Quinn Rina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Ok
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

M Timothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandi J

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

6/10 Okay

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was great. However, I chose this hotel because it said one of the rooms came with a jetted tub. My fiancé and I were so excited and bought items for the jet tub experience. But when we got to the room, it was just a standard tub. We thought there was a mistake and went back down to the front desk. The manager said it was outdated on the hotels app and that they were sorry for the misunderstanding. Even though they refunded us $30 for the inconvenience, I was still extremely upset because we were looking forward to the jet tub. I did so much research and never had this happen until now.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025