Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ellensburg with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Exterior
Indoor pool
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Free daily continental breakfast
Room amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1620 Canyon Road, Ellensburg, WA, 98926
  • Place, Yakima River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Kittitas Valley Healthcare
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gard Vintners Wine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Yakima, WA (YKM-Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (LEISURE)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (SPA)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comunications, Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ellensburg

Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG places you next to Yakima River Valley and within 2 miles (3 km) of Dick and Jane's Spot. This 66-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Yakima River - 1 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kittitas Valley Healthcare - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Gard Vintners Wine - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kittitas County Historical Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • FortuiIty Cellars - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG

Hotel in Ellensburg with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG enjoy an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a meeting room.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

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
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch HDTV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Ellensburg Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Ellensburg
Ellensburg Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Ellensburg
Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg Hotel
Inn Express Ellensburg Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG?

This hotel is located in Ellensburg, just steps from Yakima River Valley. You'll also find Yakima River and West Ellensburg Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG feature a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness facility plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs.

Does Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG for a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG is Yakima, WA (YKM-Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field), which is about 28.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was warmly greeted when walked into the lobby. That friendliness continued throughout my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Very gross

Our experience was so bad we canceled and paid for another hotel in the same town. It smelled terrible, natural gas smell at entrance and in rooms. Bathroom smelled of strong, sour mildew. I have never cancelled a hotel stay on the spot and have never tried a Holiday Inn before. Never will again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good value, room was nice, hotel was quiet, and bed was very comfortable. They had added an additional air conditioner to our 3rd floor room in advance of the 97 degree day we were there, which was thoughtful. Breakfast was great and all the staff were quite friendly. It's a very short drive to the lovely historic downtown area and the CWU campus, we enjoyed looking around both as we were in town for a wedding. We enjoyed the Sat am farmers market and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Easy to stay at. Good proximity to Ellensburg. Like being here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great bed and pillows. Narrow parking places for a full sized truck.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice Holiday Inn Express. But, it’s Ellensburg so the area wasn’t great. Very scetchy motel next door, so my daughter and I didn’t feel very safe as women travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ghaleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Seunghee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to getting the Tesla supercharger
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kailey

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not so good, a/c they did bring a room one in but then the curtains did not close.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was mold in the corners of the shower and tub but other than that everything was clean and fresh. The breakfast service was great as was the service desk. We did not use the pool or gym. There’s a Starbucks and Dutch bros. Many fast food places and a hidden Bimart.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Josiah

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and the room was decent condition, but it had everything that we needed and the free continental breakfast was a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Valerie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KRISTINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Dirty room

Bed was fine Breakfast looked good. Didn’t eat anything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was so comfortable, I wake up every night and didn't once in their bed. Quiet. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Seyedehfatemeh

Stayed 1 night in May 2025