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Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Cortez with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Exterior
Indoor pool
Free daily full breakfast
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez offers breakfast and on-site golfing near Mesa Verde National Park. Relax in the spa tub or indoor pool after sightseeing. Free WiFi keeps you connected, and Destination Grill's happy hour is a perfect end to adventure-filled days.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
2121 E Main St, Cortez, CO, 81321

What's nearby

  • Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cortez Cultural Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mesa Verde Visitor and Research Center - 11 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 13 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maverik - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪WildEdge Brewing Collective - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

Property highlights
Take advantage of free full breakfast, golfing on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG. The on-site restaurant, Destination Grill, features happy hour. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a computer station, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Destination Grill

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 2 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

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
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez
Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez Hotel Cortez
Holiday Inn Cortez
Cortez Holiday Inn Express

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

As of Sep 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG on Sep 21, 2025 start from $143.0, 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG located?

Situated in Cortez, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez, Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio, and Cortez Cultural Center. Cultural Park and Southwest Health System are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 628 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jagabandhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indoor pool nice!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very very nice hotel. Wonderful service, clean room, nice breakfast, felt safe staying there alone
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay here. The room was clean, the staff was friendly, the location was convenient, and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

CYNTHIA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast selection was good and the food was tasty. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our two day stay. Clean, quiet, everything worked. And the pool was an added bonus. It made all the difference after a days exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in convenient location. Delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a Holiday Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Very old hotel. Not a regular Holiday Inn express Weeds, small room. It looked like they just bought an old hotel. The breakfast was good. Parking lot and landscaping was terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Last minute stop. The hotel employee was friendly. The hotel was clean, nicely decorated. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had a safe spot of motorcycles to park. Friendly staff. Best water pressure ever in the shower. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice Place to stay, Quiet and Clean , Wonderful Breakfast you get everything you need for a Good Breakfast. Thanks.
One of my Children
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and spacious. We were able to enjoy the pool and hot tub during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff & enjoyable breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and staff were extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vikki

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

Good stay

Easy check in comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Gabriel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Too much noise
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the hotel had a great vibe. Staff was friendly and the continental breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

Great stay

Great stay. Very clean and beds were comfortable. AC was noisy, but most are. Room was quiet. Nice breakfast. Area felt safe. Would stay there again for a visit to Mesa Verde.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krishna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many dining options near the hotel. Close to mesa verde np
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024