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Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Carlsbad with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Free buffet breakfast
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Exterior
Indoor pool
At Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel, start your day with a breakfast buffet and take advantage of the gym to get moving. Connect to in-room WiFi or meet up with colleagues at the business center. With an indoor pool, free self parking, and multilingual staff on hand to help.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Leisure)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
2210 W Pierce Street, Carlsbad, NM, 88220

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Medical Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pecos River Flume - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Carlsbad Water Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park - 9 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Brix Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Chimney Pit Bar-B-Q - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG

Property highlights
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a gym at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, and an elevator
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium 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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • 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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 not available
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, 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6 AM to 11 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Carlsbad Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Carlsbad
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad Hotel
Inn Express Carlsbad Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6 AM–11 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG?

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG on Sept 7, 2025 start from CA $185.5, 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 Carlsbad by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG located?

Situated in Carlsbad, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Carlsbad Medical Center, Pecos River Flume, and Eddy House. Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park and Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 469 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inside pool is excellent very clean also the hot tub pool is a plus!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Close to Carlsbad Caverns and dining options. Hotel was clean, staff was friendly and the room was sclean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly helpful staff, spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, clean, comfy, great breakfast. Super nice service. Great option. We return definitely. A+
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in this hotel is friendly, they care! Would come back to this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haydee

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

We will stay here again!

Our room was clean and the beds are super comfortable. We went to the pool and spa and it was clean too. My family and I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We enjoyed our stay.

Pleased with appearance, quality of food above average.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

A very well kept facility! Staff are friendly and helpful. A good breakfast and plenty of parking. Nice job!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Antonio

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was bed bugs I called front desk to request a refund and she pretty much said not true
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

The property was clear. The only problem we had was with the TV they were having problems with it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alissa

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

Very nice stay

Very clean. Met expectations. Beds/pillows were very comfortable. Breakfast was very good with lots of options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and friendly! Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay

10/10 Excellent

Martin and Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was really nice but the sheets were stained and looked dirty and the floors were dirty and sticky my sandals kept making sticky noises while I walking around but I did like that they provided full big bottles of all hygiene stuff like lotion body wash and shampoo and conditioner
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and helpful, room was clean. But our room was on the side of the building that was close to a busy street. A traffic light was next to the hotel entrance. Cars revving up when the light turned green made our stayvery noisy, all night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

Great service

I slept great. Great service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff clean room comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Great stay

Hotel was great and consistent with the brand quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Room was comfortable and clean. Staff was helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024