Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Victorian hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Free continental breakfast
Exterior
Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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2525 San Pablo Dam Road, San Pablo, CA, 94806
  • Place, San Pablo Lytton Casino
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Contra Costa College
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Hilltop Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Master)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

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

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Tub)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (King, Corporate)

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

About the neighborhood

San Pablo

Located within a leisurely stroll of San Pablo Lytton Casino, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG is within a 5-minute drive of Hilltop Mall. This 85-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • San Pablo Lytton Casino - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Contra Costa College - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hilltop Mall - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Berkeley Marina - 6 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • University of California, Berkeley - 12 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • El Cerrito del Norte Station - 4 min drive
  • Richmond Transit Center - 5 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪T4 Tea For U - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Las Montanas #3 Supermarket - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nation's Giant Hamburgers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG

Victorian hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG, guests have access to a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a fitness center.

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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 self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 900 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Massage

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • 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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 250.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-1:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • 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:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel San Pablo Richmond Area
Holiday Inn Express San Pablo Richmond Area
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites San Pablo Richmond Area
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites San Pablo Richmond Area by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG?

This hotel is located in San Pablo within a short 7-minute walk of San Pablo Lytton Casino. You'll also find Hilltop Mall and Richmond Museum of History within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG have a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and free Internet access as well as massages.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG offers free continental breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), which is 20.3 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is located 22 mi away (38-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Pablo - Richmond Area by IHG Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 893 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 893 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 893 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 893 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 893 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elevator dirty not swept, ice machine dripping water on floor
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ZAYAR

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Merlita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was good! Updated room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Shooting

The hotel is under remodel and the new rooms are great! Aside from the shooting at the shopping stip behind the hotel, and the construction debris, it was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elias

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything looked great just needs some upgrade on some areas of the hotel but overall is good for the location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

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

10/10 Excellent

Dalwinder

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Was under construction, i would think they would off a discount if half of the hotel was under construction
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maxine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, good staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful front desk attendant upon check-in. Gave me one of the very nice brand new refurbished rooms. This hotel is undergoing extensive renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

sergio

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex from front desk was very helpful and supporting during our stay, great value for the price!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They are removing the whole place and we got to stay in the brand new rooms! Amazing! Breakfast was great too, staff is super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Tucson

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cristina

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Consuelo

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

VILMA

Traveled with family
I will not recommend it, hotel need a make over. Our sink is clogged, we need to be out of our room for them to fix it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rossemberg

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

heleni

Just not happy

I did not get to stay because for some reason I don't know nor the receptionist my card kept declining for the deposit. I've paid for the room no problem on same card. This happened twice at this hotel not cool at all
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025