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About the Hotel

1836 El Camino Real, Redwood City, California, United States, 94063

Rooms & Amenities

All 62 rooms at Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central include laptop-friendly workspaces, bedside outlets, and air conditioning. Guests can choose from plush duvets and multiple pillow options. Rooms feature a microwave, small fridge, coffee maker, and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Some rooms have sofa beds, and accessible rooms include roll-in showers and grab bars.

Dining Options

The hotel serves a complimentary Express Start Breakfast with hot items, pastries, and Smart Roast Coffee. A coffee shop in the lobby offers free coffee and tea throughout the day. Nearby, Malibu Grand Prix (1 mile away) has a pizza parlor for family outings.

Leisure & Nearby Attractions

The second-floor fitness center has a treadmill, elliptical machine, and stationary bike. Malibu Grand Prix, with go-karts and mini-golf, is a mile away. Great America Amusement Park (9 miles) features thrill rides like Firefall. Half Moon Bay, 20 miles away, offers ocean views, golf, and deep-sea fishing.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is a 15-minute walk from Redwood City Caltrain Station and 25 km from San Francisco International Airport. It's near Stanford University, Seaport Convention Center (1 mile), and tech hubs like Google and HP. Edgewood Park and Red Morton Community Park are within 4.5 km.

Services & Accessibility

Free self-parking is available in a covered garage. Business travelers can use the on-site business center with printing and copying. ADA-compliant features include accessible parking, elevators, and rooms with roll-in showers. Daily housekeeping and same-day dry cleaning are offered.

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King Room Hearing Accessible or Non-Smoking
Max:
3 persons
305 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
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Standard Room
Max:
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Heating
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Standard King Room Extra Space
Max:
3 persons
305 sq. feet 
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1 King-size bed
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
Redwood City4600 ft
Airports
San Francisco International (SFO) 14.9 mi
Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 20.6 mi
Train
Redwood City Caltrain3700 ft
San Carlos Caltrain 2.9 mi
Bus
Bus stop 3.7 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services

Business

  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Video games
  • Children's buffet

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

1836 El Camino Real, Redwood City, California, United States, 94063
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1836 El Camino Real, Redwood City, California, United States, 94063
Nearby
New Curiosity Shop
1500 ft
Redwood Roller Rink
1500 ft
Restaurants
McDonald's
1000 ft
185 Chestnut St
The Habit Burger Grill
2800 ft
1111 El Camino Real
Green Leaf
3700 ft
865 Middlefield Rd

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
84%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Clean
Friendly staff
Inconsistent dining
Average location
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
8.3
Location
8.7
Service
7.0
Dining
7.7
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 3 reviews
8.4
8.4/10 based on 282 reviews
Sean
United States, February  2024
8.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! It was conveniently located near Atherton and Woodside, making it super easy for me to get around. The room was fantastic, and the breakfast was delicious. However, the service left much to be desired. Overall, a great experience with a few minor issues.

Rooms
8.0
I was impressed by the cleanliness and comfort of the room. It was a perfect choice for me, especially because of the fantastic tub and the great breakfast.
Service
6.0
The service was a bit of a mixed bag. While some staff members were friendly and helpful, others were quite rude, which was disappointing. It affected my overall perception of the service quality.
Location
9.0
The location was ideal for my needs as it was close to where I needed to be in Atherton and Woodside. Being near local attractions, restaurants, and a river added to the convenience of the hotel.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent with a variety of choices that catered to everyone's tastes. The pancake maker was a delightful surprise that added a unique touch to the breakfast options.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay. With pleasant amenities and services, the hotel truly made my visit enjoyable.
John
United States, October  2023
7.2/10

I had a unique experience at this hotel. The rooms were so clean, which was surprisingly refreshing. The spacious and comfortable room had a sofa area, a kitchenette, a work area, and a king bed, all well-stocked and meticulously maintained. However, the service had its ups and downs, from being rude and unhelpful at times to offering homemade cookies each afternoon. The hotel's location in a residential area was great for my needs, being easy to reach by car and close to local attractions. The dining experience was satisfactory with good breakfast options available. The facilities were decent, although some improvements could be made.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable, kept clean and well-stocked.
Service
6.0
The service varied from rude instances to friendly and helpful interactions, with homemade cookies as a pleasant surprise.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in a residential area was great for my needs, easy to access by car from Route 101 and close to local attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, particularly the breakfast with plenty of food choices available.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offered essential facilities, but room for improvement was noted.
Noah
United States, July  2023
8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic overall. The room was spacious and comfortable, and the facilities were great. The service was top-notch, and the location was very convenient. However, the dining experience was a bit inconsistent. The value for money was reasonable considering all the positives.

Rooms
9.0
I was pleasantly surprised by the size and comfort of the room. The bed was very cozy, and I found the heating/cooling system easy to use and efficient.
Service
9.0
The staff went above and beyond to provide excellent customer service. They were friendly, professional, and made sure our stay was special.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was very convenient, being centrally located in the city center. It was perfect for my needs and not too far from where I needed to be.
Dining
7.0
The dining options offered a variety of choices, from pastries to hot meals, and everything tasted fresh. However, the consistency could be improved.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel's facilities were impressive, with a range of exercise equipment available for guests to use. It added to the overall experience of my stay.
Clean
Inconsistent dining
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