HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES EL PASO - SUNLAND PARK AREA BY IHG, El Paso

The hotel sits in a quiet pocket of El Paso, minutes from the interstate and close to shopping plazas with Walmart, Target, and Sam's Club. Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino is 2 km away, and Sun Bowl Stadium is 9 km from the property, making it convenient for event-goers and race fans. The area feels safe and well-lit, and ample free parking is available on site. Guests arriving by car will find the freeway access straightforward, though GPS may be slightly confusing due to nearby parallel streets. Nearby dining-including Tony's Gorditas (0.5 km), La Malinche (0.5 km), and McDonald's (0.5 km)-offers convenient meal options. El Paso International Airport is 22 km away, and Juarez Airport is about a 47-minute drive.

The hotel offers double rooms, suites, and wheelchair-accessible king rooms. Standard double rooms feature two beds or one bed, and the Two Queen Suite adds a sofa bed for groups of up to five adults. All accommodations are air-conditioned with carpeted or tiled floors, a seating area, wardrobe, flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a tea and coffee maker with Keurig. Bathrooms are private with either a bath or shower, hairdryer, and Dove toiletries. Rooms are noted for being spacious and very clean, with blackout shades and large windows. Freeway noise is minimal in rooms shielded by an adjacent building; road-facing rooms may be slightly less quiet. The property is non-smoking throughout and features an allergy-free room option.

The free Hot Express Start Breakfast includes omelettes, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, turkey sausage, bacon, potatoes, cinnamon rolls, fresh pastries, bagels, toast, fruit (apples and oranges), yogurt, and a choice of juices. Coffee is available in the lobby all day. The breakfast area is well-stocked and maintained, and the staff keep it clean and organized throughout the morning. The typical breakfast window runs from early morning, though some have noted it may not start early enough for those with very early meeting commitments. For those preferring a later or different option, a minimarket and coffee shop are on site, and several restaurants (including Tony's Gorditas, La Malinche, and Red Lobster) are within 1 km.

The seasonal outdoor swimming pool is open from mid-April through the warmer months, from 10:00 to 22:00. The pool area is equipped with sun loungers and beach chairs, though the number of loungers may be limited. A picnic area with outdoor furniture provides additional space for relaxation. The fitness centre is free and open to all guests, offering standard exercise equipment. Nearby leisure attractions include the Wet N' Wild Waterpark, which is open during the season, and Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino.

Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. Parking is free and on site, with no reservation required; trailer parking is not available but adjacent road parking is tolerated. The 24-hour front desk offers express check-in/check-out. A business centre, fax/photocopying, and meeting/banquet facilities (for an additional charge) are available. Safety deposit boxes are free, and the property is secured with CCTV, key card access, and smoke alarms. Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible routes, a lower bathroom sink, raised toilet, toilet grab rails, and hearing-accessible rooms with flashing alarms. Daily housekeeping is provided, and luggage storage is available. A minimarket and laundry room add to the convenience.