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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

3 stars
185 BRAINARD ROAD, HARTFORD, CT 06114
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
18 reviews
Good location and always comfortable!

This hotel is very convenient for to get to, and is always comfortable. Fresh baked cookies upon... See full review

  • eschma
  • Dec 13, 2012
Overall very nice

The room was nice, most of the staff was really great except this one young lady who worked at the... See full review

  • Co Nay
  • Jan 12, 2012
Free shuttle to convention center with a Jacuzzi, pool and breakfast
A quiet, suburban hotel, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hartford Convention CTR Area sits just a few miles from downtown and the most popular reasons to visit Hartford, including the Connecticut Convention Center. A complimentary van shuttles guests to the buses and trains at Union Station, the convention center or other destinations. Choose from among hot and cold breakfast choices on the free buffet each morning. Swim in the heated outdoor pool, relax in the Jacuzzi indoors or sneak in a fitness center workout.

 

Highlights
  • Free wireless Internet access in guest rooms
  • Outdoor pool, indoor Jacuzzi and fitness center
  • Free deluxe continental breakfast buffet
  • Free shuttle to downtown locales and Union Station

 

Rooms
Relax outside the bustle of downtown in 129 rooms at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hartford Convention CTR Area. Each offers a classic room with modern conveniences of free Wi-Fi, a coffee maker and cable TV with pay-per-view movies and an in-room gaming system. Families check into a room with pull-out sleeper sofas or generously sized living areas. Business travelers like the junior and executive suites. Use the in-room video check-out to depart in a jiffy.
Features
Find the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hartford Convention CTR Area directly off interstates 91 and 84, less than three miles outside downtown Hartford. On site, make use of an ATM, 24-hour business center, guest laundry facility and same-day dry cleaning services (fees apply). A popular restaurant serves seafood next door. Minutes away, tour Hartford's historic homes including the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center and the Mark Twain House and Museum, admire contemporary and classic works of art at the Wadsworth Atheneum or spend a day in Bushnell Park.

 

Transportation
  • Bradley International Airport (16.4 mi/26.4 km)
  • Hartford Union Station buses and trains (3.4 mi/5.5 mi)
  • Complimentary downtown shuttle to Union Station and convention center

 

Attractions
  • Goodwin Park and Golf Course (2.3 mi/3.7 km)
  • Connecticut Convention Center (2.4 mi/3.9 km)
  • Connecticut Science Center (2.5 mi/4 km)
  • Wadsworth Atheneum Museum (2.7 mi/4.3 km)
  • Historic Wethersfield (2.9 mi/4.6 km)
  • Mark Twain House & Museum (4.8 mi/7.8 km)
  • Dinosaur State Park (8.1 mi/13.1 km)
  • Six Flags New England (24.2 mi/39 km)
  • Springfield, Mass. (27.6 mi/44.4 km)

Business
  • Free wireless Internet access in guest rooms
  • 24-hour business center with fax, printing and copy services (fees apply)
  • Two meeting rooms accommodate up to 50 guests

Amenities

  • FREE breakfast
  • High-speed internet
  • FREE parking
  • Outdoor pool
General
Pets allowed
Free local telephone calls
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Children's activities
Golf
Tennis
Dining
FREE breakfast
Bar/Lounge
Coffee maker in room
Services
Business center
Maid service
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Airline desk
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Tour desk
Car rental desk
Porters
FAX
Overhead projector
White board
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
FREE parking
Parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Satellite TV
DVD player
Phone with speaker
Desk with lamp
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Cribs available
In room movies
Sofa bed
Temperature control
Ironing board
Bath tub

Hotel Map

41.7344 -72.6607
Nearby airports
Bradley International, (BDL), 13.00, MI;
Area description
Suburban, suburban

Dining

Chowder Pot
For over 33 years customers have enjoyed award winning seafood, slow roasted prime rib and USDA Choice steak .
Chowder Pot
Nice bar with entertainment on weekends

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (18)

Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Overall score

3.9 / 5
18 out of 18
Amenities:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.3
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
3.7
Value:
4.1

89% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

4
eschma
Business
Cambridge, MA
Dec 13, 2012

Good location and always comfortable!

This hotel is very convenient for to get to, and is always comfortable. Fresh baked cookies upon check-in and delicious cinnabons for breakfast (complimentary breakfast always a plus too!). Friendly and helpful staff, and comfortable sleep in room.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Great seafood restaurant right next door!

Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

4
Co Nay
Denver, Colorado
Jan 12, 2012

Overall very nice

The room was nice, most of the staff was really great except this one young lady who worked at the front desk. She was quite rude to me and wasn't very helpful with any of my questions. If you took her out of the equation it was a terrific stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

4
Hartfordvisitor
Colchester, Vermont
Sep 19, 2011

good experience

We've stayed at this hotel twice now, and the person at the front desk has gone out of his way each time to make us feel welcome and help us out. He printed directions for us for the next day, for example. Our daughter wanted to stay with us, so he gave us a room with a pull-out couch. The only problem was that the pull-out couch was extremely uncomfortable. Breakfast was plentiful! Thank you.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Upton, MA
Jul 11, 2011

Weekend Convention

This hotel is great for those in town for an event, but it lacks a hot tub and the pool was out of service. The complimentary shuttle to and from the convention center was very useful to us; it was more of a personal taxi than public transportation. The A/C worked well and the hotel was kept in good condition. Once again, this is not a resort style hotel and there is not a lot of places to shop or dine around it, but if you just need a quality place to stay at an affordable rate, then this is a great choice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

a 2 mile drive by highway to the convention center area is a lot quicker than the .5 to 1 mile drive across town to the more expensive hotels.

Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Plymouth Meeting, Pa
Jan 31, 2011

Speedskating meet

The Hotel was very nice,but was very noisey kids running around at 1 in the morning.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

2
mpz
Business
Chicago
Jan 28, 2011

I will not stay again.

My room was cold. It took more than 3 hours to get maintenance to say the heater was bad. I asked for another room, but none was available. I found later that night the room was cold because the window (top) was open. Room was remodeled but needed a good cleaning. There is no hot water in the mid-morning as the laundry uses it all up. At breakfast, the coffee canisters were all empty = no coffee!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

5
Pam
Not Provided
Nov 8, 2010

Even though location was not central,

Even though location was not central, the shuttle service more than made up for that. It was like having my own chauffeur (driver). Luis was fantastic. He took me anywhere I wanted to go. I cannot fault any of the staff. I felt so much at home. What a fantastic place to stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
3
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Danbury, Ct
May 24, 2010

good accomodations for the price

Good location to the Hartford Convention Center with an accomodating shuttle to the convention. Good price for the area.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Shaftsbury, VT
May 7, 2010

Exceelent Experience

We were there to see the Ringling circus which was great as were the accommodations. Fine breakfast.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites HARTFORD CONVENTION CTR AREA

Reviewer score

4
Angelledk
Business
Washington, DC
Apr 27, 2010

Hartford CT

Excellent hotel. Location could have been better.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

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