Holiday Inn Express Tyler South By Ihg, Tyler
About the Hotel
The Holiday Inn Express Tyler South is an award-winning hotel located near the University of Texas-Tyler, offering convenient access to downtown Tyler and Tyler Pounds Regional Airport. This East Texas hotel features comfortable accommodations designed for both business and leisure travelers. With proximity to local attractions, including Tyler State Park and the Caldwell Zoo, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the area's cultural and historical offerings.
Location
Located just minutes from downtown Tyler, the hotel provides easy access to major attractions, including the Caldwell Zoo and Tyler Municipal Rose Garden, known as the 'Rose Capital.' The Tyler Pounds Regional Airport is about 12.5 miles away, although there is no shuttle service available. Guests can take advantage of complimentary parking and nearby corporate offices, enhancing its appeal for business visits.
Rooms
All guest rooms are smoke-free and designed with comfort in mind, featuring one king or two queen-size beds with cozy triple sheeting. Each room includes modern amenities such as a 32-inch LCD HDTV, a spacious work desk with ergonomic chair, a microwave, and a refrigerator. Guests can also enjoy complimentary high-speed internet and separate sitting areas in the spacious accommodations.
Eat & Drink
A complimentary Express Start Breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM, offering a variety of favorites, including cinnamon rolls. The hotel's Suite Shop, located on the first floor, provides snacks and drinks for guests throughout the day. For dining outside the hotel, several local options are easily accessible.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features leisure amenities such as an indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, and a well-equipped fitness center. Business travelers can utilize two large meeting rooms that accommodate up to 60 attendees, complete with state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment. Additional services include self-laundry facilities and a convenience store.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Elevator
- ATM/Cash machine
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
Services
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Stores/Commercial services
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Video games
Spa & Leisure
- Swimming pool
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- In-room computer
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel had a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were comfortable with big fluffy pillows, but they got hot and humid in the middle of the night. The service was pleasant and friendly, but the dining options were disappointing with items tasting days old. The location was convenient to nearby stores and University Drive, but the dining options were limited to bagels and juices. The facilities needed maintenance, with loose boards in the gazebo. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
The hotel room was not ready, with a jacuzzi tub that smelled like mildew and smoke; I believe for the amount we paid, we should have gotten a bigger room. The service was lovely; the staff loved to the Cinnabon's and were very polite and friendly, even asking me how my exam went. The location was not the scare I needed when traveling for work, but it was very clean with a pretty comfortable bed, and it's close to TJC. The dining experience was subpar, with not fresh items, a falling apart gazebo, and no cinnamon rolls despite being advertised. The facilities were basic.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, enjoying the convenient location for my work trip and the clean rooms. The breakfast could use some improvement, but overall, a good value for the money.