Holiday Inn Express

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 31 May 2011 rated 8 out of 10.

This hotel was unexpectedly nice for what we paid.

Positives: Dark furnishings gave a lavish feel.

Negatives: Remodeling on some floors was a distraction.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 28 Nov 2010 rated 9 out of 10.

We got a good deal at this hotel, via Priceline, for the evening before Thanksgiving. Since we do have family not too far away, the price had to be really good, or we'd have stayed with family. It was very relaxing to be at a hotel, where we had our owns space & all. The hotel was clean & inviting. There were a few minor stains on the carpeting, a rip or two on a chair, etc., but I'd rather have a few minor issues like this than have a hotel update so frequently that prices are unaffordable. The breakfast buffet had plenty of choices. Overall, a great value for the money! Recommended!

Positives: Cleanliness, convenience, comfort, all for an affordable price.

Negatives: No complaints.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 28 Dec 2009 rated 10 out of 10.

It was superb. We liked this stay very much.

Positives: It had all facility I was looking for in a hotel.

Negatives: I am not sure what I did not like.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 30 Jun 2009 rated 7 out of 10.

The receptionist stated when I complained of a smoking room--well you booked it on Priceline and therefore you had to just take what was left andwe are full today. when<BR/>I stated I had allergies she said she could take the ashtrays out of the room or for twenty dollars they would ionize the room.

Positives: Location/access to highways.

Negatives: We were placed in a smoking room that even the curtains had smoke stain throughout.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sat 09 Aug 2008 rated 8 out of 10.

For the price, this was an excellent value. We had a first floor room, next to the fitness center and immediately off of the lobby. I was worried we would be awakened during the night by late-night revelers, but we did not hear a thing. The staff was courteous and the morning breakfast set-up was more than adequate. I would certainly stay here again.

Positives: Convenient to Penn State, clean, comfortable, a good value.

Negatives: The location is a little hard to find.

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

Overall, a very good hotel, especially as a Holiday Inn Express. Aside from the slightly remote location, it is probably the best hotel in State College.

Positives: The rooms are very new and very clean.

Negatives: Location was a little remote.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 29 Jul 2008 rated 6 out of 10.

Needs renovation of rooms. Torn or worn arms on desk chair gives a seedy impression. Holiday in satisfaction guar was nice but front desk didn't have or couldn't locate a corkscrew. People were very nice however.

Positives: Friendly people.

Negatives: Shopworn furniture in room.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 08 Jul 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Very nice and new in State College. Has to be one of the nicest Holiday Inn Express's there is. A wonderful surprise!

Positives: It was new and clean and nicer than expected!

Negatives: I have no negatives to add.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 11 Jun 2008 rated 10 out of 10.

The hotel was clean and the bed was very comfortable. The staff was exceptional. The breakfast was great. They had enough choices that I ate different each morning.

Positives: It was conveinient

Negatives: no ice on the first floor

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 02 Apr 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Great place to stay; quite clean and comfortable.

Positives: Quiet.

Negatives: The sheer curtains and not being able to pull the heaver curtains together.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 25 Mar 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Very nice, except that from the room we had (#219) we heard non-stop noise throughout the night, even with windows shut and door closed. It sounded like a motor running throughout the night. It was coming from close by and had to be a hotel owned equipment.

Positives: Nice location, complimentary breakfast.

Negatives: There was machine noise throughout the night from outside the room, even with doors and windows closed. It was some hotel equipment.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 21 Feb 2008 rated 5 out of 10.

Although staff and facilities were acceptable, I was very upset about check-in. I arrived at 4:30 (over an hour after check-in at 3pm). Room was not ready so my family (3 kids under age 5) was required to wait for 40 min for a room. After asking for a resolution, was given a wheelchair-accessible room with no tub (couldn't bathe my young children). I was also late for my business meeting that evening b/c I had to wait for a room.

Positives: The hotel was in a convenient location.

Negatives: Room was not ready at check-in & had to wait with 3 young kids. Was given a wheelchair-accessible room instead.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 21 Feb 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

I would highly recommend Holiday Inn Express. The atmosphere was great. It is close to major restaurants and shopping. It is about 2 miles from the Penn state campus which is also convenient. As a parent traveler of a Penn state student, it is nice to be a bit further from campus.

Positives: The staff was very friendly. The room was very nice. The location was perfect.

Negatives: My room could have been a bit cleaner. They did have a late check out though from a sports team. So, it was okay.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 20 Feb 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Was a very nice hotel with lots of amenities.

Positives: Hotel was convenient and room was beautiful.

Negatives: Free hot breakfast was disappointing. Had to wait for eggs, biscuits, and they ran out of plates.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 06 Feb 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

The hotel is conveniently located off of route 322. I was pleased with the size and cleanliness of the room. The room met or exceeded some 3 or 4 star facilities I stayed at in the past. I would stay here again.

Positives: Size of room and location.

Negatives: Cannot think of anything.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 31 Jan 2008 rated 5 out of 10.

This hotel is new and very clean! The lobby was luxurious, the staff were very helpful and the rooms were clean and new. However, despite those advantages, this hotel is obviously a budget hotel (the curtains in the rooms were for show, they didn't pull close and the bed was a very clunky spring mattress).

Positives: Hotel is completely new, rooms are very clean, staff very friendly and attentive.

Negatives: Amenities were lacking, bed was uncomfortable.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 05 Jul 2007 rated 9 out of 10.

The hotel is in close proximity to PSU and provides a comfortable place to stay while delivering a child to school there.

Positives: More upscale appearance.

Negatives: Bathroom and coffee-pot not cleaned to our liking.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 03 Jul 2007 rated 9 out of 10.

This is a modern, clean, comfortable, no-frills hotel. It is relatively new and is well kept. The entire hotel was clean and quiet. The rooms were clean and comfortable with comfortable beds, pillows and nice linens. The bathroom was well lit and well appointed. The continental breakfast included a decent selection including fruit, coffee, tea, juices, muffins, cereals, etc. The location is in close proximity to both Penn State University and downtown State College. There is an Outback Steakhouse connected to the property, and many options for dining within 1/2 mile or less driving distance.

Positives: Clean, comfortable.

Negatives: No pool or hot-tub.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 28 Jun 2007 rated 10 out of 10.

Very nice. I would be happy to stay there again.

Positives: Quality.

Negatives: No restaurant.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 27 Jun 2007 rated 10 out of 10.

This hotel is easy to find, centrally located to State College attractions. Attention to details and customer service was outstanding. We'll stay again I'm sure.

Positives: The staff was friendly and very accommodating; found me a needle and thread when I needed it. Beautiful and clean room.

Negatives: Nothing.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 14 Jun 2007 rated 10 out of 10.

We enjoyed our stay, the breakfast was good, the bed comfortable, the blanket/duvet on the bed just right, not heavy. The couch was nice to have as I like to read late into the night.

Positives: The bed was comfortable, the room spacious and clean.

Negatives: It was to far from our sons house.

Reviewer: Not provided on Wed 13 Jun 2007 rated 10 out of 10.

I think the hotel was excellent with good access to the highway. I would not hesitate to stay there again.

Positives: Had an excellent breakfast and plenty of pillows.

Negatives: The towels were not real soft.