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Holiday Inn Express Solvang

2.5 of 5
1455 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463
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Holiday Inn Express Solvang
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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San Diego, California
Top Contributor
92 reviews 92 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I have stayed here twice in the last year. It is clean, has plenty of parking, and it is close to the center of town. Parking is free and they offer free Wi-Fi. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Some general maintenance needs to be done but over all it is more than adequate. The breakfast was more than I expected... More

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Dun Laoghaire, Ireland
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49 reviews 49 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The hotel is in quite a central location- withing easy walking distance of the Mission and other attractions of Solvang. The layout of the Inn is somewheat odd. You take the lift to your floor, then you have to pass over a bridge into another building before we reached our room. It was fine when we got used to it.... More

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Manila, Philippines
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11 reviews 11 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We were given the Handicap room. Not a problem really, except for the extra room features suited for wheelchair clients. Rooms were typical of the Holiday Express chain, no frills but quite sufficient for travel weary clients. The breakfast buffet was ok, my daughter particularly enjoyed the automated pancake maker though. The key feature that stands out for us, was... More

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Huntington Beach, CA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

We ate their amazing Cinnamon Rolls and left the place feeling very smart. Actually the food is typical HI Express stuff. I agree with a previous reviewer that they should add a local twist to the menu. Otherwise it was an uneventful hotel experience - staff was nice and helpful. The beds, rooms and baths were as to be expected... More

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Lisa W, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Express Solvang, responded to this review
11 April 2013

Dera Boniek1982, We are glad you were able to enjoy our cinnamon rolls and you felt smarter afterwards ! I thank you for your great suggestions we will take it in consideration! Have a great day! More

Klamath Falls, Oregon
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19 reviews 19 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We had a King Loft Suite which was very nice and close to downtown for walking. We found the staff to be helpful and the hotel was clean. I would recommend this to anyone who would like a comfortable place close to downtown Solvang.

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Lisa W, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Express Solvang, responded to this review
11 April 2013

Dear Rory T, Thank you for taking the time to comment on the hotel and the staff! We pride ourselves in making sure each guest is comfortable and taken care of. I believe that from your response we were able to do that for you. We hope to see you again when your travels bring you back to Solvang. More

Rancho Dominguez, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013 via mobile

Book hotel four weeks prior to staying, had to cancel and did so, two weeks before stay and was charged a full amount for not even staying. Tried to complain this was not right, my card should not have been charged until I actully checked in, and only dealt with non English (Indian) speaking people, they claim it's like the... More

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Lisa W, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Express Solvang, responded to this review
11 April 2013

Dear Koollet4600, The reservation was made as a Book Early and Save option which allows you to get discounted rate. It advises you very clearly your Credit Card will be charged at time of booking. If you would like to have the option to cancel or change dates I would suggest to book our Best Flexible Rate. Thank you, More

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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We made reservations at the Holiday Inn Express thinking that it was safer, even though a bit more expensive, since Holiday Inn is a known entity. At check-in, I was surprised at the unfriendliness of the staff at the desk. When I requested a "quiet" room, I was told that the room we reserved was the less expensive, standard room,... More

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Lisa W, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Express Solvang, responded to this review
11 April 2013

Dear Nitvoyodelo, Thank you for taking the time to submit a review about the hotel. I am sorry that your review is not a positive one. It is our goal at the hotel for our guest to experience a clean room and a problem free stay. Our management team has reviewed your comments and will take your feedback very seriously.... More

San Diego, California
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

This hotel is one of the worst i have ever seen. First off when i go to check-in all i hear are two "indian" employees fighting in front of everyone! After checking in to my room my heater was not working i called to have someone fix it and they guy kept saying it was fixed but it wasnt. when... More

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Lisa W, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Express Solvang, responded to this review
11 April 2013

Dear 78hulu, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review. I’m very disappointed to hear about your experience on your recent stay. Your concerns will be addressed. I just want to assure you that our Hotel is very proud of its level of service, cleanliness and quality of its product. I apologize that we fell below your... More

Laguna Beach, California
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

Perfectly located right on the 154 within walking distance of restaurants, shops, bakeries and wine tasting rooms. Close to Buellton and Los Olivos. Our room had a wonderful balcony overlooking green pastures and large oak trees.

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Lisa W, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Express Solvang, responded to this review
1 April 2013

Dear cburnsesq, It's great to hear you enjoyed the location of our hotel. It's fun to walk into town and all the wine tasting rooms, shops and restaurants are only minutes from the hotel. We appreciate your positive feedback. We hope to see you again soon when your travels bring you back to the area. More

Phoenix, Arizona
Top Contributor
73 reviews 73 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

OK...It's a Holiday Inn Express. It is pretty much like any other Holiday Inn Express, although I can say that after our stay I did not feel smarter. I'm still waiting for their ad to live up to its promise... The room was fairly clean and had a fridge and microwave. If you do choose to stay here I recommend... More

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Lisa W, Director of Sales at Holiday Inn Express Solvang, responded to this review
1 April 2013

Dear XIntAdventure, Thank you for taking the time to comment on the breakfast and the staff! We pride ourselves in making sure each guest is comfortable and taken care of. I believe that from your response we were able to do that for you. We hope to see you again when your travels bring you back to Solvang. More

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Additional Information about Holiday Inn Express Solvang

Address: 1455 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463
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Region: United States > California > Solvang
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #9 of 10 hotels in Solvang
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Come discover the preferred destination of travelers visiting the Santa Ynez Valley, the Holiday Inn Express Solvang. We are centrally located in the Danish Town of Solvang, walking distance to all of its major attractions. It is best known for its shopping, restaurants, chocolate factories and wine tasting rooms! Our hotel is centrally located within Santa Barbara County's Wine Valley. The Holiday Inn Express Solvang is within minutes to Vandenberg Air Force Base, renowned Wineries such as Firestone, Gainey, Buttonwood and Rusack. If you are a golf enthusiast then make the Holiday Inn Express Solvang your golfing headquarters. With our Monthly Golf Packages, you can golf at courses such as The Alisal River Course and La Purisima Golf Course.Our hotel is conveniently located just 30 minutes from the city of Santa Barbara, 20 minutes from Vandenberg Air Force Base and 30 minutes away from Santa Maria. ... more   less 
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