HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS SCOTTSDALE NORTH BY IHG, Scottsdale

The hotel is located in the Scottsdale North neighborhood, set back from the freeway, and offers easy access to local amenities. It is 7 km from OdySea Aquarium, 16 km from Phoenix Zoo, and a short drive to Mayo Clinic, Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, and hiking trails. Several restaurants including California Pizza Kitchen are within 0.5 km, and nearby shopping includes grocery and department stores. The property has free on-site parking, and a car is recommended for exploring because no airport shuttle or public transit is provided. For trips to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, plan approximately 30 minutes of driving time.

Rooms are available in configurations including one king bed with a sofa bed, or two queen beds. All rooms have a private bathroom with either a walk-in shower or a bath, hairdryer, tea/coffee maker, and ironing facilities. Select rooms offer a two-person spa bath or a patio with direct pool access and outdoor seating. Room sizes are generally spacious, with a desk and seating area. Some rooms have views of the pool, surroundings, or courtyard. Note that bed type is allocated upon arrival based on availability and cannot be guaranteed. The rooms are carpeted and include heating and air conditioning that works well. Some bathrooms may have noticeable ventilation fan noise.

The complimentary breakfast is served daily and includes a rotating selection of omelets, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage, fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal, pastries, and juice. Coffee is available and is consistently noted as good. The breakfast area has limited indoor seating; guests may take breakfast outside on the patio, weather permitting. A 24-hour snack bar and vending machines provide drinks and snacks. The hotel does not have an on-site restaurant or bar for lunch or dinner, but several dining options such as California Pizza Kitchen, Pizza Hut, and Dairy Queen are within walking distance.

Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. The 24-hour front desk offers luggage storage and an ATM. Daily housekeeping is included, and laundry service is available for an additional charge. The business centre provides free computer and printer access. The hotel is equipped with a lift, key card access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. Pets are allowed for a non-refundable $20 per night. A $25.00 deposit is required at check-in. The minimum check-in age is 21. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, Discover, and MasterCard. Some rooms open directly onto the pool area, and outdoor seating is available.