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Holiday Inn Express Phoenix Airport (University Drive)

2.5 of 5
3401 E University Drive & I-10, Phoenix, AZ 85034 (South Mountain)
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Holiday Inn Express Phoenix Airport (University Drive)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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San Francisco, California
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30 reviews 30 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Certainly not a vacation destination, but an pleasant stay for a quick business trip. Room was adequate along with with the free breakfast in the morning. No frills. Pleasant staff. There is a free shuttle that can pick you up and take you back to the Phoenix Airport. If you aren't from that area of the country, it gets hot... More

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

We stayed here on our last night before flying home the next day. First of all we checked in and got a nice spacious room and clean good sized bathroom. We dropped our luggage then returned our rental car to the airport which is about 10mins drive. We then got to the airport terminal and called the hotel shuttle bus,... More

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Long Branch, New Jersey
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22 reviews 22 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I had not stayed at this hotel before and found it very convenient. After a long day I checked in with Ryan and asked if they had a shuttle as I wanted to turn my rental car in that night rather than in the morning. After turning the car in I went to the terminal and was met by a... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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84 hotel reviews
Reviews in 81 cities Reviews in 81 cities
77 helpful votes 77 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

After arriving at the International Terminal of Sky Harbour if you want to hire a car your first hurdle is to push your luggage through various shopping opportunities for what seems like miles to join a queue for a Rental Centre bus. Having hauled your cases onto an overcrowded bus you face a ten minute drive to the centre where,... More

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Regina, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

The usual great stay at a Holiday Inn Express that one expects! Great service, shuttle was awesome and FREE to airport. Very clean all around, the room had a funky smell but they have windows that actually open, so we aired it out with no problems. Good breakfast as well. The rate was OK at $129 but I usually look... More

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Philadelphia
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28 reviews 28 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Convenient to airport, with free van service. Loved the staff at the hotel, everyone was so helpful. Hotel was clean, we enjoyed the happy hour party in the evening. It was nice to gather in the lobby and meet a few other guests. The snacks were nothing to write home about, but it was very nice that they offered wine,... More

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Irvine, CA
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64 hotel reviews
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78 helpful votes 78 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

I stayed at this hotel while attending a meeting in Phoenix for which the meeting hotel was completely booked. On the positive side, this hotel is fairly close to the airport. The room is basic, moderately priced and reasonably clean. On the negative side, this is not particularly close to anywhere you want to visit and the amenities are few.... More

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BillWeeman, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Phoenix Airport (University Drive), responded to this review
9 May 2013

Dear bblumberg, Thank you for your recent stay and for taking the time to share your feedback on TripAdvisor! While there aren't any dining or entertainment options within walking distance, we do offer complimentary shuttle service within a 5 mile radius of the hotel. Shopping at Arizona Mills mall, the wide range of dining and entertainment options of both downtown... More

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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

We really enjoyed it. Not so far from the airport. Nice big room with big comfortable beds. Breakfast was great. Very friendly staff. WIFI. No aircondition needed in spite of 28 degrees outside. Seems to be a family friendly hotel. Pool with jacuzzi in the evening.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

I have had the pleasure of staying in a large number of HI Express across the US, but this time I was thrilled. When I saw we were given a room off the elevator I sighed (we hadn't had a lot of sleep the previous nights). There was little noise - only some air traffic from the window side of... More

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northern Arizona
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

This is a clean hotel with convenient shuttle service to Phoenix Sky Harbor and friendly staff. The Waffle House next door serves good food 24 hrs. The Holiday Inn also has a "snack room" for guests as well as the typical carbo-loading complimentary breakfast. The bathroom had a beautiful granite counter and complimentary shampoo, etc. There was also a microwave... More

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Address: 3401 E University Drive & I-10, Phoenix, AZ 85034
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Region: United States > Arizona > Central Arizona > Phoenix > South Mountain
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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#33 Business Hotels in Phoenix
#59 Family Hotels in Phoenix
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Whether you are in Phoenix for business or pleasure, the newly-renovated Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix Airport has all the comforts and conveniences you expect from luxury airport hotels. Centrally located near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, our location gives easy access to downtown Phoenix and Tempe, including the new Phoenix Light Rail, Chase Field, Phoenix Civic Plaza Convention Center, Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe Town Lake, Phoenix Zoo, US Air Arena, Arizona State University, University of Phoenix, Levin Group, and Ewing Irrigation.This 4-story hotel features 114 beautifully appointed guest rooms and free high-speed (wired & wireless) Internet service. You may also enjoy our complimentary happy hour Monday - Friday, or 'park and fly' and eliminate worries of high airport parking rates. Nearby you will find Mill Avenue, Arizona Mills Shopping Mall, award-winning golf courses, restaurants & nightlife, and casinos.You will find yourself amazed with our award-winning service, convenient location, and spacious guest rooms featuring our Stay Smart bedding collection, microwaves, refrigerators, expanded cable and free HBO. Don t forget our complimentary freshly prepared breakfast buffet, including a variety of hot items like sausage, sausage gravy, omelets or biscuits. Upcoming events: NBA All Stars February 2009 and NASCAR April 2009. ... more   less 
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