Holiday Inn Express

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 03 Dec 2009 rated 9 out of 10.

The heater in this Florida hotel room had not been used for a while and we set off the smoke detector. This was promptly fixed by the staff and the rest of our stay was comfortable and warm. The staff helped us find a few antique malls and printed maps for us. The breakfast bar was generous and well stocked. Rooms were clean and recently renovated.

Positives: Friendly, helpful staff.

Negatives: Dust in the heater set off smoke detector.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 12 Feb 2009 rated 3 out of 10.

The staff was very nice, the pool/hot tub were very dirty I was not happy with that at all.

Positives: Staff was very nice.

Negatives: Hot tub

Reviewer: Not provided on Sat 08 Nov 2008 rated 8 out of 10.

The hotel was clean, smelled well, as was the room. The hotel restaurant Tuscans I believe was less than stellar. The service was quick but it was hard to get them on the phone to order, and the food wasn't that great. Plus, they are walking distance (right next door) yet they feel the need to charge 18% gratuity for delivery. They do take 10% off for being a hotel guest, though. Otherwise, everything was fine in this hotel. I would stay again.
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Positives: It smelled good.

Negatives: It was located near a prison.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 08 Sep 2008 rated 5 out of 10.

Hotel was average and ok for a business traveler. Internet WiFi access was terrible and the worst I have had in any hotel. It did not work in hotel room and only worked occasionally in common areas. Would not stay here again.

Positives: Lobby.

Negatives: Internet Access was terrible.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 25 Aug 2008 rated 10 out of 10.

I would recommend this hotel.

Positives: Very clean. Nice decor.

Negatives: Nothing! It was great!

Reviewer: Not provided on Fri 30 May 2008 rated 1 out of 10.

The hotel was not what I expected. The first impression counts and the construction in the lobby really made a bad one. There were no microwaves in the room or the lobby, the "deluxe continental breakfast" was horrible. No variety, food was cold. Couldn't use the bally exercise pass cause it does not offer child care and the hotel did not have an exercise room. This was not worth the price. I wouldn't recommend or stay in this hotel again.

Positives: The staff was very helpful and friendly.

Negatives: The hotel construction, the variety of food and the quality was very poor.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 25 May 2008 rated 5 out of 10.

The hotel was relatively clean, although they were doing some renovations in the lobby. The beds were comfortable, and they have a nice pool and Jacuzzi. However, the hotel staff was not trained well or just didn't care about the experiences of the guests. We stayed there on a weekend with a Gils' softball team, and they were completely out of control- running and yelling down the halls until after midnight. The hotel staff did nothing to stop this behavior and allowed them to stay in the pool after closing, which encouraged the loud behavior to continue. We also asked a hotel staff for directions to Pier 60 (in Clearwater) and she gave us directions to St. Petersburg (the opposite direction). I was very unimpressed with the knowledge and low level of professionalism of most of the hotel staff. I would not recommend this hotel.

Positives: They had a decent pool and whirlpool. Continental breakfast was also convenient.

Negatives: Hotel staff did not respond appropriately to loud groups of children running around at all hours of the night.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 30 Apr 2008 rated 8 out of 10.

I would give the hotel 2 thumbs up. The staff was very helpful, I left my business card at the front desk for another guest, and the employee made sure the guest received it. I also forgot my cell phone charger in the room on accident, the girl gave me another room key so I could go get it. I was very happy with the hotel overall. The only problem was the road construction that kind of blocked the driveway.

Positives: The room was great. Staff was pleasant.

Negatives: The construction in the lobby was unattractive, but it has potential!

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 26 Mar 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

This hotel was well worth the stay for the money and location. The employees were pleasant. The room was clean and comfortable with 70 plus cable channel including premium channels. The complimentary breakfast needs to be worked on, only hard boiled eggs, bagels, cereal, juice, and coffee. Probably due to construction of a new kitchen and bar. I would certainly stay here again.

Positives: Although it was under construction, and breakfast was served in a 10x12 room, my stay was pleasant. The rate was fantastic!

Negatives: It was under construction and the noise in the day time was annoying.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 20 Mar 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Excellent hotel. Would stay there again. Kids loved the heated pool and we loved the hot tub. Everything was very clean and pleasant and hotel staff could not have been more friendly and helpful! Great location between Tampa and Clearwater beach.

Positives: Staff was very friendly and helpful. Hotel was clean.

Negatives: Bed was uncomfortable.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 05 Mar 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

The Holiday Inn Express in Clearwater was located in a very convenient and safe location, close to all varieties of restaurants, downtown Tampa, and Pinellas County. The hotel was very clean with up to date decor. The rooms are smaller, but very comfortable. My biggest complaint was the shower I used did not have enough pressure and the temperature was difficult to control. The staff was very courteous and helpful. The continental breakfast was decent with cereal, muffins, bagels, hard boiled eggs, and juice. I would have liked to see scrambled eggs and sausage and/or bacon.

Positives: Clean, very good location, friendly staff and up to date decor.

Negatives: Lots of construction at the main road entrance and a poor shower performance.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 12 Feb 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Stayed for our anniversary. Couldn't check in until after 8PM. Wanted to go to beach next day close enough to home to arrive fast close enough to beach to get there fast the next day. PERFECT!

Positives: Clean and close to home and beaches.

Negatives: Wish still had Jacuzzi tubs in room.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 21 Jan 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Very friendly front desk; breakfast was free, and a quiet night sleep. Once road construction in area is gone it will be easier to find.

Positives: Fine location though road construction a problem in area.

Negatives: Road construction for mile in each direction of hotel.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 02 Oct 2007 rated 10 out of 10.

I traveled to this hotel for business. It was great hotel and very close to where my meetings would be held. Wish the hotel was closer to the beach though. I loved the staff who was very welcoming to me after, a horrible experience at the airport and with a cab driver. They made me feel welcomed and helped in any way possible. I really felt like they cared. The hotel itself was very nice, really made it feel like "Florida." breakfast was great! Coffee and cinnamon rolls made the lobby and breakfast area very welcoming! I would recommend this hotel to anyone in the Clearwater area! I can't say enough about the great staff!

Positives: Loved the staff, very friendly!

Negatives: Nothing, it was great!

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 11 Apr 2007 rated 10 out of 10.

Everything was just as I liked it. Also the breakfast was terrific also the pool and hot tub were so cola nod relaxing my kids even enjoyed it and wanted to stay for another week. [It was spring break]!

Positives: Everything and everybody were kind and very welcoming!

Negatives: Not 1 thing.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 08 Apr 2007 rated 9 out of 10.

Perfect for a business traveler.

Positives: Just what I was looking for on this business trip.

Negatives: No complaints.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 29 Mar 2007 rated 8 out of 10.

The hotel was very nice and clean. The pool area was nice, except for the number of cigarette butts around. The room was very nice and the beds were very comfortable. We really enjoyed the continental breakfast.

Positives: The beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed the pool - it was warm! The location was also great, very close to the airport.

Negatives: The amount of time it took in order for the room to be ready. Also, the staff did not let me know when it was ready and they said they would.