HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES - AURORA MEDICAL CAMPUS BY IHG, Aurora

The hotel sits off Colfax Avenue, placing it within 3 km of Children's Hospital Colorado and the UCHealth Anschutz Medical Campus. A free weekday shuttle serves the medical campus from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, making hospital visits stress-free. Downtown Denver, including Union Station and the Colorado Convention Center, is 23 km away by car. The neighbourhood is not particularly walkable for leisure, but there are quick dining options-Caribou Coffee, Taco Bell, and Smashburger-all within a 5-minute walk. Airport access takes 25-30 minutes in normal traffic; taxis, Uber, and Lyft are the recommended transfers as there is no airport shuttle.

Rooms are clean, spacious, and modern, with comfortable beds and high-quality bathroom amenities. Suites are notably large-some include two full bathrooms and space for storing medical supplies or luggage for an extended stay. Many rooms feature a 49-inch or 55-inch HDTV with premium cable channels, satellite channels, and a work desk. Wheelchair-accessible rooms include roll-in showers, grab bars, and lowered security viewers. A hearing-accessible room provides visual and audible alarms. The property does not have balconies. Bed type is assigned at check-in based on availability. Light sleepers should request a top-floor or quieter-facing room to minimise noise from neighbours and the elevator.

Breakfast includes a rotating selection: one day may feature scrambled eggs, sausage, and biscuits with gravy; another offers cheese omelettes, bacon, and fried potatoes. There are also pastries, pancakes, fruits, juice, and fresh-ground coffee. The breakfast area is kept spotless by the team. For snacks or drinks throughout the day, there is a minimarket and vending machines. There is no on-site restaurant, but several fast-food and coffee options are available within 0.5 km. Pets are not allowed in the breakfast area.

The indoor swimming pool is heated and open year-round, with pool and beach towels provided. Access is by appointment only (limits to one room or family at a time), and keys are issued at the front desk. The sauna is a dry sauna located in the pool room. The fitness centre is available for free and provides adequate equipment for a workout. There are no hot tubs or spa facilities on-site. An outdoor seating area with an outdoor fireplace and furniture is available for relaxation.

Parking is available on-site for US$3 per night (first-come, first-served; no reservation is possible). The parking lot has security at night but is not fenced, so valuables should be secured. Daily housekeeping is provided upon request; standard cleaning includes making the bed and emptying bins. Laundry facilities (washers and dryers) are available for an additional charge. The property also offers a business centre with free fax/photocopying and meeting/banquet facilities for a fee. Accessibility features include a lift, wheelchair-accessible entrances, Braille and tactile signage, and accessible parking. Express check-in/check-out and luggage storage are free. The hotel is non-smoking throughout (with designated smoking areas), and a safety deposit box is available.