In Bartow, Holiday Inn Express Bartow, an IHG Hotel offers a convenient retreat with a free breakfast buffet and 24-hour gym. Unwind by the outdoor pool or stay productive in the business center. With multilingual staff and coffee/tea in the lobby, this hotel is perfect for any traveler.
Bartow Regional Medical Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Polk County Historical Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Lakeside Village - 18 min drive - 23.8 km
LEGOLAND® Florida - 23 min drive - 24.4 km
Getting around
Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 28 min drive
Avon Park, FL (AVO-Avon Park Executive) - 49 min drive
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 67 min drive
Winter Haven Station - 16 min drive
Lakeland Station - 28 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 18 min walk
RaceTrac - 6 min walk
Circle K - 2 min drive
Broadway Diner - 8 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG
Enjoy your visit to Bartow with a stay at Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG. The outdoor pool is a great spot for a morning swim, and guests can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
66 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Coffee/tea in a common area
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
Fitness facility
Outdoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
Fitness facility
Outdoor pool
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
Bartow Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Bartow
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Bartow
Bartow Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Bartow
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Bartow
Holiday Inn Express Bartow Hotel
Inn Express Bartow Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG is a short 6-minute walk from Mary Holland Park and 20 minutes' walk from Polk County Historical Museum.
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Holiday Inn Express Bartow by IHG Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast options were great with a good variety of choices and some reviewers even mentioned it was one of the best they've had. (49 reviews)
The air conditioning worked effectively to keep the room cool throughout the night. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
Amazing stay
Was Amazing The room was clean, the pool was clean, the staff was very friendly, and the breakfast was delicious.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
We will definitely stay here again!
Vickie
Vickie, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Hotel is very clean and updated. Free breakfast offers different hot and cold options. Front desk staff and breakfast attendant are exceptionally friendly and attentive.
Lilly
Lilly, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 21, 2025
The hotel was clean and the staff were friendly.
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
The property and the staff were great!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
it was a quick overnight but the hotel was clean and staff was great.
Vicky
Vicky, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
Very good experience
In town for a softball tournament and it was perfect for us. Great location for the tournament and really appreciated the included breakfast.
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Enjoy the stay with good house keeping.
Norris
Norris, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Staff and breakfast was very good.
Igor
Igor, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
it was nice and clean. The only thing it smelled humid but great hotel
Nomie
Nomie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
This property was the best one during our trip. The beds were very comfortable, the room was spacious and clean. The breakfast options were great and the staff was very friendly. I'd stay here again.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Convenient, clean and comfortable
Front desk personnel are always professional and personable when I stay here. Beds are comfortable. Thank you!
Leslie
Leslie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Went to Bartow for my grandsons T-ball tournament. We were able to check in early, customer service was great, and rooms were clean. The breakfast in the morning was nice
Yvette
Yvette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
Super clean, staff is super nice.
Maria I.
Maria I., 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Wonderful Stay with a Perfect Breakfast!
We absolutely loved our stay at this hotel. It was quiet, clean, and very comfortable. The highlight for us was definitely the breakfast — 10 out of 10! Highly recommended.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 23, 2025
Family trip
It was a good trip, quiet, family friendly. Could use a little sprucing up, but our room was clean.
Wendy
Wendy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Staff was friendly. No issues for checking in. Breakfast had a good variety of options. Everything very clean. Would definitely recommend.
Vidian
Vidian, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Would stay again
Would stay here again. Breakfast was good and staff very attentive to keep food filled and hot. Also very quick to clean up when people left.
Paula
Paula, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Everything was great
Donnal
Donnal, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
First time staying here - clean, quiet and convenient.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2024
Amazing service quickly checkin rooms cleaned easy access to the city went for thanksgiving weekend will definitely go back
Claudia
Claudia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2025
Very nice quiet. AC definitely works room stayed cool all night