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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Northwood with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Exterior
Exterior
Indoor pool
Exterior
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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4712 Wheelerwood Rd, Northwood, IA, 50459
  • Place, Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Surf Ballroom and Museum
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Spam Museum
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Accessible Tub)

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Roll-In Shower)

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Accessible Tub)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Northwood

At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Diamond Jo Casino and 15.6 km (9.7 mi) from Rice Lake. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. 500 square feet (46 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of a free casino shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Northwood hotel include MercyOne Lake Mills Family Medicine and Albert Lea City Arena.

What's nearby

  • Diamond Jo Casino - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Surf Ballroom and Museum - 24 min drive - 46.4 km
  • North Iowa Mercy Health Center - West Campus - 27 min drive - 51.3 km
  • The Historic Park Inn Hotel and City National Bank - 30 min drive - 55.2 km
  • Spam Museum - 43 min drive - 68.5 km

Getting around

  • Mason City, IA (MCW-Mason City Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wheel Bar @ DJC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Woodfire Grille - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪35 Brew Street Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG

Hotel in Northwood with free breakfast and fitness centre
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 500 square feet (46 square metres) and includes a conference centre. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG also features a vending machine, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This Northwood hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 500 sq ft of conference space
  • 46 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG offers 60 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

This Northwood hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Microwaves, fridges and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (500 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Built in 2010
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 176 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Northwood an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

As of 25 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG on 4 Jan 2026 start from AU$171.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG is City Beach Park (34.8 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG has an indoor pool. The pool is open 7 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is served at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Northwood by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 394 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 394 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 394 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 394 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 394 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Therese

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charge too much $$ for uncomfortable beds. Smoky smelling room was supposed to be non smoking. This one is not up to Holiday Inn standards. As well as their famous pancake machine was not cooking pancakes. Tammy front desk friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Front Desk made our stay!!

Lisa at the front desk was awesome! So friendly and set a great tone for our stay. Breakfast was great the next day as well!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LOREN

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent! The breakfast was superb- way above the normal fare at most hotels. Staff at desk very pleasant and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis, Stoughton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing was that the pancake machine was not dialed in so they were under done and gummy. Fresh fruit was a welcome addition and the size of the milk was great not having to pour it out of a pitcher was nice too. Staff was friendly and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The entire place was clean. The beds were comfortable. It's easy on and off the highway. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

KEN

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Katherine, San Antonio

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
This hotel appears to be in the process of being updated. The water in the shower is either scalding or freezing. The room was quite large. The sheets kept popping off the bed and the luggage rack literally fell apart as we were trying to move our things into the elevator. The check in staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

scott

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Room keys outdated. Hallways tore up with getting remodeled. Elevator really slow. Front desk woman rude at check in and during breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Misty

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff, awesome breakfast. Staff allowed us into the hot tub even after closing time. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ongoing renovations should be noted on this website for location. Having workmen on scaffolding outside your second-floor window at 7 am is early for someone on vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Curt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The reason for the 3 stars has nothing to do with the building, but with the management. The young gentleman that checked us in last night and checked us out this morning was very polite and professional. When checking out this morning he asked us if we enjoyed our stay, to which i stated that the room was good, as well as the breakfast. But, i did say to him that to keep the atmosphere in the hotel cheerful, they should not put political channels on their TVs in the common area, as it alienates 1/2 of the customers staying there. I mentioned that the thing to do is to try and promote the area, not to create division. He was polite and said that he would pass that along. I was then about to turn and leave when out of the little room behind the counter, out charges an older woman that said she was the manager on site, and she pushed me into more conversation. In her response to me she tried to tell me that i should just ignore the TV. She then told me that when i checked in last night and was asked what they could do to make my stay a good one, that i should have mentioned that i didn't like political things when staying at a hotel. That was wrong. With that, i told her that i would have been making it political when stating that. In reality, one should not have to come in and state something like that, which woukd make me the one at fault for making it political. One should not have to be inundated with politics during a hotel stay. Will not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025