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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG

2.5 star property
Northwood guestrooms with free WiFi

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Exterior
Exterior
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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4712 Wheelerwood Rd, Northwood, IA, 50459
  • Place, Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Clear Lake State Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Roll-In Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Northwood

In Northwood .At this Northwood hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Diamond Jo Casino and 12 miles (20 km) of Rice Lake. MercyOne Lake Mills Family Medicine and Rice Lake State Park are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Diamond Jo Casino - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fountain Lake - 16 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 22 min drive - 47.0 km
  • Clear Lake State Park - 25 min drive - 49.4 km
  • Spam Museum - 33 min drive - 69.2 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪35 Brew Street Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woodfire Grille - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Big Wheel Bar @ DJC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG

Northwood guestrooms with free WiFi
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 500 square feet (46 square meters) and includes a conference center. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG also features a vending machine, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This Northwood hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 500 sq ft of conference space
  • 46 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG offers 60 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

This Northwood hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves, refrigerators, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

Exterior
Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel
Northwood
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 689 reviews
The price is CA $178
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 176 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG is 22.5 mi (23-min drive) away from the Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $140, 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 Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Diamond Jo Casino (4-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG to downtown Northwood?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG is 6.8 mi away from Northwood.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 434 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was nice everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large and very nice. Bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean Beautiful room great variety for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice! Breakfast was delicious. Comfy beds! It was a good stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and a great friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

The hotel was spotless in all areas. Staff was very friendly and check-in was quick and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stuck in a blizzard. Staff was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Kelly

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pool and hot tub were closed and there was nothing posted on webiste about closure. We only booked for the pool, then we got to our rooms and they weren't clean crusty blanket left on bed. Staff was kind and apologized.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aleah

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

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Very friendly and helpful staff. Delicious breakfast with good variety of choices. Great coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Alex

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Bathroom ceiling water damaged. Cleaning staff sounded like a herd of elephants at 7am. Walls are thin. Worst holiday inn express i have ever stayed in
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

The breakfast was excellent: fresh fruit, good variety of selections, warmed sweet rolls-yum
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Room was good. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

Excellent, friendly, and quick check in!

The check in experience was excellent, friendly, and quick! I felt I could go to the desk for any needs and would be met with positivity.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Front Desk made our stay!!

Lisa at the front desk was awesome! So friendly and set a great tone for our stay. Breakfast was great the next day as well!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent! The breakfast was superb- way above the normal fare at most hotels. Staff at desk very pleasant and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the seating furniture. Very comfortable to watch TV. I don’t like watching TV in beds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff, awesome breakfast. Staff allowed us into the hot tub even after closing time. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds were awesome, tv was hit & miss, but it was super windy out. Breakfast was good, loved the pantry options. Afternoon check in person (possibly Lisa) was fantastic, funny & quick to get us into our room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Doors in room needed to be cleaned. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Hot tub was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025