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Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel

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Exterior
Interior
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby

Overview of Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property

8.8/10 Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
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1561 West El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA, 94040

Guests rated this location 8.5/10 - Very Good

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationSan Andreas Fault Trail20 min walk
  • Popular LocationNASA Ames Visitor Center4 min drive
  • Popular LocationEl Camino Hospital4 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)17 min drive

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About this area

Mountain View

Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel is located in Shoreline West, a neighborhood in Mountain View, and is near a metro station. Tesla Motors and Golfland USA are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Shoreline Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Levi's Stadium or SAP Center at San Jose. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

What's nearby

  • San Andreas Fault Trail - 20 min walk
  • NASA Ames Visitor Center - 4 min drive
  • El Camino Hospital - 4 min drive
  • Computer History Museum - 5 min drive
  • NASA Ames Research - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Mountain View Station - 3 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 5 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min walk
  • Panera Bread - 5 min walk
  • Panda Express - 4 min walk
  • Tommy Thai - 1 min walk
  • 1 Oz Coffee - 14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel

Hotel near Stanford University
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, an electric car charging station, and luggage storage
  • A water dispenser, a TV in the lobby, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the overall value
Room features
All 44 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and tablet computers

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - 2 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving after 11 PM must use the phone or doorbell at the front door.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel?

As of Mar 24, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel on Mar 25, 2023 start from $139.0, 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.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM - 2 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel located?

Located in Shoreline West, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts and within 3 mi (5 km) of San Antonio Shopping Center and El Camino Hospital. Computer History Museum and NASA Ames Research are also within 3 mi (5 km). Mountain View Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel and receive a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Holiday Inn Express Mountain View - S Palo Alto, an IHG Hotel cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 291 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 59%
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 291 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 27%
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 291 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 9%
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 291 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 2%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 291 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 2%

9.3/10

Cleanliness

8.9/10

Staff & service

8.7/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

J

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gheorghe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Sam

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie, Fresno

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the amenities wonderful. I enjoyed the morning breakfast. The staff was friendly and courteous. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient location clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Sheldon Lukowski

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Update checkin time
So check in time was not 2pm it was actually 3pm. So in getting here we had to wait for an hour to get checked in. Please update the hotels.com booking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing stay give 10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

linda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

General hotel information

Highly Rated Amenities
Property & Room Cleanliness
Star Rating
2.5
Nearest Airport
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
Address
1561 West El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA