Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG

Property class: 3.5

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A modern building with a covered entrance and a visible sign for a restaurant.
A spacious lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a visible bar area.
A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles and glasses.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and framed pictures on the walls.
An indoor swimming pool with a green water slide and a blue ribbon decoration.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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180 Portugal Cove Road, St. John's, NL, A1B2N2
  • Place, Memorial University of Newfoundland
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Pippy Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Quidi Vidi Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(157 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

St. John's

Located in Mount Cashel within a mile (2 km) of Memorial University of Newfoundland, Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Port of St. John's. This 252-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Confederation Building - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Pippy Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • The Fluvarium - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Quidi Vidi Lake - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jumping Bean - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG

Guests of Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG have access to an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet, plus flat-screen TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free weekday newspapers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a waterslide, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 15 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Costellos Lounge
  • Eastside Marios

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,023 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1966
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 100
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for onsite payments.
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of CAD 28.75 per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (44 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • 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

  • Up to 2 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 15 to 20 per person
  • Pet deposit: CAD 28.75 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 100 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Government Hotel
Holiday Inn St. John's Government Centre
Holiday Inn St. John's Government Centre Hotel
Holiday Inn Government Centre Hotel
Holiday Inn Government Centre
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG?

Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG on Nov 20, 2026 start from $119, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Mount Cashel, close to The Rooms and George Street. You'll also find Quidi Vidi Lake and Pippy Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG include a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Eastside Marios.

Will Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG for a fee of CAD 25 per pet, per night. A deposit of CAD 28.75 per day is collected.

Does Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG is St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT), which is 3.1 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG that offer a balcony.

Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1020 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff, service and location were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a loving place to stay for a little night getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff. Had a good stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Access to the patio attached was a bonus. Clean rooms, helpful staff. Comfortable spot for a weekend away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service is truly excellent, so when I want to book a hotel, it's my best choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent- highly recommend staying at this hotel.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
The room smelled like tobacco, the staff was 100 percent the best especially at check In
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service comfortable beds and best off all pet friendly!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is central.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good convenient central location with adequate car parking space. Property is old. Good Gym and pool Restaurant is busy in the evening and weekends. Breakfast is pretty average and expensive
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location great food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Everything was good, clean and the bed was so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Onsite restaurant was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, staff were all very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay. Convenient location. Front desk staff very accommodating. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful night and stay. Enjoyed Eastside Mario’s meal. Very helpful staff and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only complaint I have is that the entire main floor and lobby wreaks of cigarette smoke. It's very strong. The room was fine and the staff was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clean rooms and very comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are standard but the beds were surprisingly comfortable. The toilet and shower room looked more worn, dated, and not fully clean. The stairwell was very dirty. Convenient location and not at downtown prices!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My stay at the Holiday Inn by IHG was a pleasant one! Had no concerns with the quality of the room and amenities. I did however feel the staff could have been more helpful with assisting me with any questions or concerns as I opted to refer to Google instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was great and breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026