Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Hayward with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Restaurant
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Restaurant

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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25640 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA, 94542
  • Place, California State University East Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Alex Giualini Plaza Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hayward City Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room

  • 365 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 365 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • 365 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • 365 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • 364 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 364 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Hayward

Located in Mission Foothills within a mile (2 km) of California State University East Bay, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG is within 2 miles (3 km) of Alex Giualini Plaza Park. This 85-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • California State University East Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Alex Giualini Plaza Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Hayward City Hall - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Cinemark Century at Hayward - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Stanford University - 29 min drive - 23.8 miles

Getting around

  • Castro Valley Station - 15 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cardenas Markets - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sip & Savor - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG

Hotel in Hayward with free breakfast and a fitness center
Built in 2023, the brand new Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG offers an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 11 2025 to January 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Guestrooms
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Suites Hayward an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Suites Hayward Castro Valley
Holiday Inn Express Suites Hayward – Mission Foothills
Holiday Inn Express Suites Hayward Castro Valley by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Mission Foothills, close to Hayward City Hall, Southland Mall, and Hayward Flight. You'll also find Lake Chabot Spa and Alex Giualini Plaza Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG include a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a hydromassage showerhead as well as an indoor pool and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG?

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

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 11.7 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 19.7 mi away (23-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG?

No, at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 220 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unprofessional staff wasn't helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERTO

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great service good breafast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Latasha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the decor the front desk manager he was very sweet no problems I went to the room it was very small I was surprised but my daughter enjoyed her birthday there and if she happy I'm happy so I thank you for letting us have that moment
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sukhjinder, renton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Clean place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

georgina

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

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

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

baltazar

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
2nd time I have stayed here. All I can say is the African American and what I believe is an Indian woman (both young) are completely horrible. First time I showed up I found the Indian woman’s attitude horrible and house keeping would knock at my door at 9am and 10am checking if I left (check out is 11am) so they should have waited. Second trip (most recent 9/25 - 9/27. I was greeted by an older woman and she was kind. When I got to my room it was clean (so I thought) but no toilet paper so I had to go down and get some. First day I saw some ants by the AC I ignored it because I wasn’t bad. Second day around 3pm I noticed there were so many more ants crawling on the walls on the AC and on the bathroom sink and walls. I went to complain and was told its a common issue they’re having right now and they send a dude with a raid bottle to my room (nothing bad about the guy I spoke with him and he was a nice man) I requested a room change as I was no longer comfortable and without even checking they said no and that they were full (hotel was dead and with about 8 cars
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
No idea what this was, but was grossed out the whole time after.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khalilullah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaganpreet

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adrienne

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

April

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This location is horrible! I was actually warned by another customer NOT to stay here while I was in line checking in. The young man at check in was sooo rude & said he had no idea how to check us in because we went through Expedia. He said he had no one else to help him. My check in took over 2 & a half hours. We were just sitting outside and then back in the lobby the whole time. There was a man in the parking lot trying to fight my friend & harassing us over a lighter. When we finally get the room, there is NO HOT water the WHOLE stay! And to top it off, there were ants in my room. It was the WORST hotel experience I’ve ever had! Never again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria, Summerville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
My room was not clean after a request was placed. No one at the front desk for almost one hour. Went to look for someone in the back and no one was responding and did not feel safe without anyone at the front desk.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delfino

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

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hidden gem in Hayward

Very nice place and the staff was very kind and helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Suzette, La Habra

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lienatte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about this property very safe for those traveling alone, and the staff was great 💕 I think I would stay there every visit
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025