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Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG

2.5 star property

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Free daily continental breakfast
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1620 Canyon Road, Ellensburg, WA, 98926
  • Place, Kittitas County Historical Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dick and Jane's Spot
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Central Washington University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Yakima, WA (YKM-Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (LEISURE)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comunications, Tub) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

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

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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

  • Kittitas County Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Dick and Jane's Spot - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Central Washington University - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Ellensburg Rodeo - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • The Gorge Amphitheatre - 55 min drive - 51.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG

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 securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • 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 30 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG on Jun 21, 2026 start from $145, 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 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.

Is parking available on site 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 a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool and a free daily breakfast plus some guestrooms include a jetted bathtub.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG?

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

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 30 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 599 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Abby L

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, spacious, comfortable bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

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Staff was great, super helpful, and extremely polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean! Staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, breakfast was awesome. Friendly customer service, very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like the location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff. Clean room. Easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good breakfast, convenient to the freeway and the college.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jolinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed while studying for my praxis. The room was comfortable and clean. The staff were pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast. Clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Stacy

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff. Ok room. Our room had no curtains/blinds. Fine for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice room, good breakfast, excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy overall
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Great!

Nice hotel, friendly staff and very clean. This was a perfect overnight stop to break up a long drive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lenora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The evening desk clerk was very nice and friendly. Stay was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

nice place to stay!

The staff was very pleasant and the room was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Josiah

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

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