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Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

2850 Columbus Street, Ottawa, 61350, Illinois, United States

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Free parking

Business center

Indoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Parking On Site

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel is a 3-star property in Ottawa, Illinois, United States, located about 1.8mi from the city center. Address: 2850 Columbus Street. Breakfast is offered.

Amenities include Parking (free), Wifi (free), Indoor swimming pool (free), Fitness center (free), Business center (free), 24-hour front desk, Non-smoking rooms, Wheelchair accessible, Beach chairs/Loungers, Elevator, Bathtub, Air conditioning, Kid-friendly buffet, Parking On Site (free), and Meeting/Banquet facilities (extra charges).

Reviews: 140. Price starts from $147.

Looking for a practical base in Ottawa? This Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel, sits about 1.8mi from the city center at 2850 Columbus Street. Breakfast is offered each morning, and the stay is easy to navigate with free parking and free Wifi. Inside, guests can unwind in an indoor heated pool or keep up with workouts in the fitness center, while the business center supports work on the go. A 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, an elevator, air conditioning, a kid-friendly buffet, and on-site meeting facilities (extra charges) seal the deal for travelers chasing convenience.

Pool time shines year-round in a heated indoor pool with an adults-only policy, a quiet oasis after a day of exploring Ottawa. When it comes to payments, cash isn’t accepted, but major cards — Visa, Discover, Diners Club, Mastercard, American Express, and UnionPay — are welcome.

Accommodations cover a range of styles, from Standard Rooms with two Queen beds and King rooms to Leisure and Executive King options, plus suites such as King with a sofa bed and a two-Queen-bed layout. All lodging is non-smoking, and easy access is provided by on-site parking and an elevator, making it simple to settle into the stay and plan the next day’s adventures.

Closest airports

Chicago/Rockford International Airport

58.9mi

Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal

61.5mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Business center

Indoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Bathtub

Rooms

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Suite, King Size, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

335 sqft

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1 King Bed Suite Comm Access is 334 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width and has a Disability-friendly bathroom.

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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds, Accessible, Sofa

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

390 sqft

Microwave

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2 Queen Suite Mobil Access Tub Sofa Bed is 388 square feet and includes 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width and has a Disability-friendly bathroom.

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Leisure, King Size

1 King Size Bed

Free wifi

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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King Leisure Non-smoking.

Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

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Two Queen Beds Non Smoking

Standard King Room in Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

+

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King Bed Non Smoking

King Suite with Sofa Bed in Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

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Suite, King Size, Sofa

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

x4

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x3

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King Suite Non-smoking.

King Room - Disability Access Roll in Shower in Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

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King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

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King Hearing Accessible Non-smoking.

Suite with Two Beds - Non-Smoking in Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

x6

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x5

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Suite Two Queen Beds

Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Mobility Accessible Tub in Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

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Room - 2 Queen, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

x4

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x3

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Accessible Two Queen Beds

Studio, King Size, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

x5

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Studio Accessible King Size Bed

Executive, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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Executive King Bed

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Room Run Of House

Guest reviews

8.6

140 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Joyce

9.1

September 2024

Location was perfect for our needs. I was able to get items I needed that I couldn't bring on our flight, at the local stores. Staff was very polite and welcoming. Breakfast was delicious and the the lady that was keeping everything filled was so sweet! Very nice room and was very clean.

Parking is very limited and we were anxious about not having a spot at the end of the day. Had the hotel been full, it would have been an issue. I asked for two extra coffee pods, two days in a row, and was told there wasn't any. Housekeeping didn't refill either. We actually took coffee from the urn the night before, to reheat in the morning, so we didn't have to go to the lobby first thing. (we are not morning people lol)

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Anna

10

August 2023

Everything was fab! Neat, clean, tasteful, modern, comfy. This hotel was an unexpected delight, esp. compared to some of the dated & frumpy places we have stayed in recently at great cost... The room was clean & comfortable, the linen, bed & bathroom all very good. The breakfast was simple, but excellent. The staff were amazing. Thank you.

The view was a bit disappointing. Was hoping to be able to see the river from the 3rd floor, but our room looked out over a parking lot.

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Stefano

10

October 2024

Breakfast was OK, nothing fancy to be sure, but nothing bad either. The room was very comfortable and had everything you'd expect.

The bed was not redone after the 1st day (we were there 2 nights), although the towels in the bathroom were changed.

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John

8.2

August 2024

The breakfast was incredible. The lady in charge of that always kept the items filled and delicious . The front desk staff were always friendly and working hard to please us and take care of our needs.

We always had to call downstairs to get towels

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Rachel

10

July 2022

The breakfast was good, location was great, pool was clean, had a good workout area although I didn’t use it. We stayed here to go to the starved rock state park and it was a fair location from there. Rooms are nice and big and the beds are very comfortable. My friend and I asked for a extra pillow and we were given two extra pillows. Tons of food options, grocery stores, gas stations and I-80 nearby. Hotel is in a great condition and I would come back here if I ever came to this state park!

There was some glumps of hair in the pool when we were in it on Saturday, but other than that everything was good about this trip.

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Nathan

8.2

September 2022

Room was clean. This new Holiday Inn Express looks and feels very new. We were concerned that our car might get broken into, but nothing even remotely like that happened.

We miss the cinnamon rolls. Are those not a thing anymore at Holiday Inn Express? One of the cartons of chocolate milk we grabbed was four days expired! Room 417, specifically: there was a very strong perfumey smell. Are all of the rooms like that? Finally, the 24/7 fitness center was not open Monday (9/19/2022) morning.

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Bernice

9.1

April 2025

Easy check In and check out The free breakfast was awesome! Clean rooms and clean hotel

The only issue we encountered was that the pool Water was cold both days we were there

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Taylor

10

August 2024

Convenient location, clean and well taken care of. And the staff was absolutely amazing, all the way from the front desk to the woman taking care of breakfast and everyone in between. Absolutely wonderful.

Not a ton of parking

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Ronald

8.2

October 2023

Staff was friendly and room was nice.

The room I booked was not the room I received. I booked a king size bed through booking.com and when I checked in it was not available.

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Kundry

9.1

February 2024

Very clean all around. Comfortable surroundings. Good location.

Microwave didn’t work. Very low water pressure in shower. Freezing cold pool.

Points of Interest Around Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

Airports

Chicago/Rockford International Airport

58.9mi

Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal

61.5mi

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

Free parking

Business center

Indoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Bathtub

Stay rules - Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel?

When you book a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel, you can access your room from 03:00 PM and should leave by 11:00 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel offer complimentary parking?

Yes, there is free on-site public parking available at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel. No parking reservation is required.

How much does a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel cost?

For Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel, room prices kick off at $147. Remember, prices can fluctuate depending on room type and availability dates. Input your dates for definitive prices.

What are the room types available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel?

At the Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, guests can choose from a variety of room types including Standard Rooms, King Rooms, Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds, Suites, and Rooms with Two Beds. The rooms are non-smoking and have a size of 301 sqft. The accommodations range from 2 adults and 1 child to 6 adults and 4 children, and the bed sizes include Queen, King, and Double beds.

How can guests spend their time at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel?

center, 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, self-parking, luggage storage, free WiFi, daily housekeeping

Guests at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa can enjoy a range of leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel features a fitness center, which provides guests with the opportunity to maintain their exercise routine or unwind after a busy day of exploring the city. Additionally, the hotel offers a business center for guests who need to take care of work-related matters during their stay.

Other amenities available include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, self-parking, luggage storage, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. These amenities ensure that guests have a comfortable and hassle-free stay.

Guests can take advantage of the hotel's fitness center to stay active and maintain their fitness routine while traveling. They can also utilize the business center for any work needs. The 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and luggage storage provide convenience and convenience for guests. They can also stay connected with free WiFi and enjoy a clean and well-maintained room with daily housekeeping.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel feature a pool area?

Yes, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa has a heated indoor pool that is available all year round. However, it is restricted to adults only.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel?

No, cash is not accepted as a payment option at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Ottawa, an IHG Hotel. Only Mastercard, Visa, Discover, American Express, Diners Club, and UnionPay credit cards are accepted.