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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Watertown with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express, featuring a covered entrance and a beautifully landscaped garden.
Enjoy a wide selection of breakfast options, including cheese omelets and sausages, at our buffet.
Relax by the pool with lounge chairs and a table nearby.
Relax in a cozy retreat with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a desk for work or leisure.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a reception desk, glass entrance, and wooden floor.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1290 Arsenal St, Watertown, NY, 13601
  • Salmon Run Mall
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Jefferson Community College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Samaritan Medical Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Communications)

Relax in a serene space with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and desk for work or leisure.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Communications)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and comfortable chair.

Standard Room

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and comfortable chair.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a serene space with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and desk for work or leisure.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and comfortable chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and comfortable chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Two single beds with white linens, a flat-screen TV, and a desk with a lamp.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Communications)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and comfortable chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Two single beds with white linens, a flat-screen TV, and a desk with a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and comfortable chair.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Watertown

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG is located within a mile (2 km) of Salmon Run Mall and Regal Salmon Run. This 115-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Salmon Run Mall - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Jefferson Community College - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kostyk Field - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Samaritan Medical Center - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Fort Drum - 14 min drive - 13.2 miles

Getting around

  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG

Hotel in Watertown with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG enjoy an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 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
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • 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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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 doesn't allow pets

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.

  • 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-noon
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 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, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG?

As of Aug 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG on Aug 25, 2025 start from $118.0, excluding 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 near Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG?

This hotel is located in Watertown, close to Salmon Run Mall, Thompson Park, and Sci-Tech Center of Northern New York. You'll also find New York State Zoo at Thompson Park and Regal Salmon Run within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG have a casino at the property?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island 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 Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG is Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.), which is 5.5 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 697 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location near amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

erik

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
TOO EXPENSIVE FOR HOW LOW QUALITY THE HOTEL WAS
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Professional customer service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very professional, very clean rooms 5 star experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Leslyn

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

4/10 Poor

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked a room with a jacuzzi tub. Got a standard king room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy, New hartford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy

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

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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

10/10 Excellent

Katlynne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was super helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Athena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was very comfortable and excellent customer service. We will book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

oluwatomike

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Being new to an area, it was wonderful to have a front desk clerk who knew the area well and could advise us about things that we could do here as well as places to eat. She was so helpful. All of the common places and rooms were clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suvad

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

8/10 Good

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanne O

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Affordable, comfortable, clean and convenient to I81, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent

Best place I’ve stay at in quite sometime!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in went smoothly and staff was very friendly. Room was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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