Holiday Inn Express El Centro (CA): See 37 Hotel Reviews and 48 Photos

Also Known As:: Holiday Inn Express El Centro Hotel El Centro; Holiday Inn Express El Centro Hotel; Holiday Inn El Centro; El Centro Holiday Inn

Address: 350 Smoketree Drive, El Centro, CA 92243

Phone Number:

Region: United States > California > California Desert > El Centro

Amenities:

Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Swimming Pool Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

Ranked #9 of 18 hotels in El Centro

Price range (per night): RM422 - 524

Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Welcome to your best option for service, comfort, and value in the Southern California desert. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in El Centro offers 100 beautifully appointed, all non-smoking rooms and minisuites with a variety of features and amenities available to ensure that your travel needs are well taken care of. Be sure to start your day off right with our Express Start breakfast; we also have conference and banquet rooms available for your event or business needs. All rooms come equipped with free high speed Internet access, in-room fridge and microwaves, irons, ironing boards, hairdryers and in-room coffee services. Pay per view movies and games are available as well. Pamper yourself in one of our Jacuzzi or balcony suites. We are centrally located in El Centro and within minutes of many recreational activities including golfing, fishing, birdwatching, bowling, museums, shopping and fine dining. El Centro Regional Medical Center and Centinela State Prison are located nearby. The Imperial Valley is famous for seasonal activities such as the Cattle Call Rodeo, the Midwinter Fair and Fiestaand the Blue Angels Air Show, held annually at the nearby Naval Air Facility.Be sure to check out the Imperial Valley Sand Dunesor Glamis, where scenes from your favorite movies have been filmed. Also experience the unique culture south of the border in Mexicali, Mexico, which is known for its shopping and dining. ... more less

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Merlot2708

Temecula, California

1 review

“Clean”

Reviewed 9 May 2013

I stayed at this hotel last night, May 8th, and I was pleasantly surprised. Easy parking, fast check in and room is very clean. I usually stay at Comfort Suites hotels but tried Holiday Inn this time. The room smells good and sheets smell clean. There's a small fridge with microwave and coffee maker. Not sure why there's negative feedback... More

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Dear Merlot2708: Thank you so much for your feedback! I cannot express how happy we are to know that you were satisfied with your stay. We take a great deal of pride in keeping our hotel and property clean and up-to-date, and it is nice to know that travelers such as yourself appreciate the outcome of our efforts. We hope... More

Cw72757

2 helpful votes

“Terrible do not stay at this hotel!”

Reviewed 2 December 2012 via mobile

We stayed at this motel in November expecting rest and relaxation. The second night the hotel hosted a party. The music was very loud into the night. No sleep to be had. After repeatedly calling and complaining about the noise we left. The managent stated to guest relations that they told us there would be a party that was a... More

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Dear Cw72757: I regret to hear that you had such negative experience while staying at our property, and I apologize that you feel as though your needs were not met. Please know that we take all of our guest concerns very seriously, and it concerns me that our service and facility failed to meet your expectations. If you are open... More

Jolene H

Twentynine Palms, California

Reviewer

4 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

1 helpful vote

“SPEC-TACK-U-LAR”

Reviewed 21 September 2012

I stayed at this hotel because I always stay with the Holiday Inn Brand, I was happy from the minute I walked through the door until the minute I left. The staff was overly joyful, and out going about answering the questions I had, informing me of the hotel amenties, and even when the lobby got busy and full they... More

Dear Jolene: I cannot express to you how happy I am that you enjoyed our hotel so much! It is always the greatest pleasure for our staff to know that we have succeeded in making someone's stay memorable and comfortable. We value you as a member of our Holiday Inn family, and look forward to seeing you again in the... More

john d

San Diego, California

2 reviews

“Managment SUCKS save your money and go to another place.”

Reviewed 8 August 2012

I was in El Centro for work related for two nights, first the Internet signal is terrible, I called from my room to the clerk to ask what was wrong with the wifi and they dirrected my to their wifi company and their wifi company "guess it was called OVATION" told me that the problem was the hotel internet routers.... More

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Dear John D: Please allow me the opportunity to apologize for the inconvenience you encountered while staying at our property. We understand how crucial it is for our guest's needs to be met while staying with us, and I sincerely regret that your stay experience did not live up to these standards, or your expectations. Your feedback is important to... More

Blonde L

Imperial, California

Senior Contributor

30 reviews

12 hotel reviews

Reviews in 15 cities

14 helpful votes

“Local review”

Reviewed 15 June 2012

I am a local however had to stay here when my home was being built. This hotel by far is the best in the Imperial Valley. The staff was soo helpful and friendly that i felt like i was in a 5 star resort. The rooms are very clean & the presentation is outstanding.

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Dear Adele L: Your wonderful comments have made our day! We always pride ourselves on making sure that our guests are treated well, and we are pleased to know that we succeeded with you. I will pass your kind words along to our staff, and share the love. Even if your house is finished, we hope to see you again... More

BlackHawks1960

Dallas Fort Worth

Top Contributor

57 reviews

15 hotel reviews

Reviews in 18 cities

43 helpful votes

“Sleep and Be Safe Below Sea Level”

Reviewed 2 May 2012

On a Trip To San Diego I found a Gem of Property to stay in El Centro, Ca. Hotel must not be very Old because this Hotel was well worth the $$$$$ to rest, work out in a Great Gymn and a fanstastic Breakfast. El Centro is the Bread Basket for the USA due to all the crops that produce... More

Dear Blackhawks1960: Thank you so much for your feedback! I am so pleased that you had an enjoyable stay, and I certainly hope to see you again on any future travels that may bring you to our area. I will be passing your positive comments along to our staff. I hope that the rest of your trip to San Diego... More

MJRinNV

Contributor

15 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 12 cities

7 helpful votes

“Absolutely acceptable!”

Reviewed 10 April 2012 via mobile

Found ourselves in El Centro without a reservation. Stopped at the HIE and they took great care of us. Yes the wireless Internet was a bit slow in the evening but in the morning it was fine. Desk clerk was pleasant to deal with, as we're all the employees we encountered. Rooms were very typical HIE. Next time we head... More

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our property. Your willingness to share your thoughts with us is genuinely appreciated. It is feedback such as yours that enables us to anticipate and exceed the expectations of our guests. We sincerely hope to see you on your next visit to El Centro. Warm Regards, Calista Fulton Guest Relations... More

charlottewms90

Odiham, United Kingdom

Senior Reviewer

6 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

“The WORST hotel I've ever stayed in!”

Reviewed 29 March 2012

I am currently staying in this Hotel long term working in the Navy Air Facility in total 60+ days.... everyday I dread going back to the hotel. Poolside The Jacuzzi is always dirty. The swimming pool is so cold, just don't go in it, even relaxing by the pool is not an option as there is only 2 sun loungers...... More

My sincerest apologies for the inconveniences you encountered during your stay. With the information you provided, it has enabled us to address these concerns and hopefully served the purpose of salvaging your stay. I can assure you that your experience is not typical of our usual standard of service as we usually do a much better job of taking care... More

acoachcool

san diego, ca

67 reviews

16 hotel reviews

Reviews in 31 cities

19 helpful votes

“Average at Best”

Reviewed 14 March 2012 via mobile

This hotel should be listed as a trainer. Nothing in the hotel is above average. Everything is standard. Check in staff, housekeeping, room size and design. The good: it is just off the freeway, restaurants are nearby, check in is simple, housekeeping staff are helpful. The bad: walls are thin. Hallway noise can be disturbing. Flat screen TV, but not... More

acoachcool, First of all, thank you very much for your recent stay. I am so sorry to see you did not enjoy your overall experience with us. It is IHG's goal to consistently provide superior service and accommodations and your comments are very important to us. The feedback we receive from our valued guests, like you, enables us to target... More

azahunting

Toronto

13 reviews

Reviews in 9 cities

6 helpful votes

“Scalding Water”

Reviewed 27 February 2012

This Holiday Inn Express is a very basic clean room hotel. We asked for a room overlooking the pool to escape the noise. The parking is a little crazy at the front with some of those tiny tiny spots that you use a can opener to get in and out of your car, but there is more parking in the... More

Dear azahunting, I apologize for the issues you had with the water. We take comments such as your very seriously. I have sent you a private message in effort to obtain more information. I look forward to hearing back from you. Katie J Case Manager IHGCare More

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