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Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy free breakfast at this Cortez hotel

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Indoor pool
Free daily full breakfast
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2121 E Main St, Cortez, CO, 81321
  • Place, Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cortez Cultural Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(94 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Cortez

In Cortez .You'll find Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez and Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Cortez Cultural Center and Cultural Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Colorado Welcome Center at Cortez - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cortez Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Clay Mesa art Gallery and Studio - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Cultural Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mesa Verde National Park Entrance - 13 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maverik - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Maverik - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪WildEdge Brewing Collective - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG

Enjoy free breakfast at this Cortez hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business center on site. An indoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG. Self parking is free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Bellhop
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Satellite television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number 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 Mesa Verde-Cortez Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez
Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez Hotel Cortez
Holiday Inn Cortez
Cortez Holiday Inn Express

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG is 6.5 mi (11-min drive) away from the Cortez, CO (CEZ-Montezuma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG on Apr 30, 2026 start from CA $177, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ute Mountain Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG features an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG have a restaurant?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG is home to Destination Grill, which features happy hour.

Does Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG to downtown Cortez?

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG is 1.4 mi away from Cortez.

Holiday Inn Express Mesa Verde-Cortez by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 613 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

steve

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Toilet was so low I nearly fell in & the seat was peeling. The facility is remodeling, looks very haphazard. I pushed the luggage cart to my room over wrinkly carpet, made for a difficult push.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Christian

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was nice and clean, but we were very disappointed in the pool, which had no lights. The staff was very friendly though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Magdalene

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

German

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Vic

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk clerk was great friendly and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Leah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic Stay! This hotel is surprisingly nice for such a small town! The rooms were very clean, the beds extra comfortable and the breakfast delicious! An incredible value!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Marcie

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
The pool gave my son and I a terrible rash. Would avoid this hotel in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chenfei

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josh McMullin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice, clean, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonja, Mack

Disliked: Cleanliness
The floor was very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room and facilities! Good hot breakfast and friendly staff. A lot of the machines to wash and dry laundry were out of service which was the only blemish.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piper

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Leo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel is older do its a lil beat up. Looks like theyre remodeling tho
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The renovation was disruptive
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, attentive staff, and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAIR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was well! They didn't have dining tables however.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the beds were wonderful, the breakfast was great!! There was construction going on but it will make the place better, I will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Melodee

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes and yes!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025