Our Hotel Planner Expert Reviews of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Our expert planners periodically visit and review the hotels we represent in person.
"Group Friendly property"
Overall Score3.5/ 5
A nice two story property with rooms with interior corridors, an outdoor pool & jacuzzi, free hot breakfast, free wifi and ample parking. Group friendly hotel, with everything a group is searching for rooms with some extra living room space, mini fridge, laundry on-site, fitness rooms, quiet location, etc. It is close to the 101 freeway, just 10 miles from Santa Barbara, close to the local beach, close to shopping, fast food restaurants, grocery stores and quaint beautiful old town Carpinteria. What makes this such a great location is how much you can save just for staying outside of pricey Santa Barbara.
Melissa C from
30-Sep-2013 Verified Review
Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"A good stay at Holiday Inn Express"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The Holiday Inn Express in Carpinteria is convenient, staff is friendly. Rooms are clean. Parking is easy. AM breakfast was good with both hot and cold options. I would stay there again.
Debra K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
12-Jan-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 09 to Mon Jan 12 2026 at a $169.32 average nightly rate.
"Very Comfortable"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
It's in a perfect spot for everything, food, shopping and the beach. I have stayed here the past three years and never had a problem. Alittle pricey but located right in the center of everything.
Karen J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
16-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 12 to Sun Sep 14 2025 at a $418.00 average nightly rate.
"Comfortable, Relaxing"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great Place
Audrey F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
22-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Aug 20 to Fri Aug 22 2025 at a $211.99 average nightly rate.
"My Experience"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Friendly, clean rooms, good morning breakfast.
Debra C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
16-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Aug 14 to Sun Aug 17 2025 at a $323.00 average nightly rate.
"Perfect Location"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Everything was good. Shower not very hot!
Janette T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
13-Mar-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 08 to Tue Mar 11 2025 at a $187.11 average nightly rate.
"The staff is always friendly. Rooms are always clean and comfortable. Great"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Good breakfast setup. Everything was clean and neat. Reservations went well.
Audrey F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-Jan-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jan 02 to Sat Jan 04 2025 at a $189.01 average nightly rate.
Summary of Verified Reviews
Property Description
Completely renovated in 2014, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites is still one of the areas newest hotels. All accommodations are oversized "studio suites" with refrigerators and microwave ovens, free High-speed wireless internet, and one king or two queen beds. A complimentary deluxe "Express Start" breakfast is served daily in our breakfast cafe'.
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
Santa Barbara Airport - 18 miles North of Hotel. No hotel shuttle available. One-way taxi fare approx. $45
Airport Shuttle?
Sorry,
no airport shuttle available.
Breakfast Information
Complimentary expanded continental breakfast served daily 6:30am to 9:30am. Expanded hours during summer weekends.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pet friendly wing only (1st floor) add $15.00 per night. About Holiday Inn Express
- Free Express Start Breakfast
- Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
- Free high-speed internet service in every room
- eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
- Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services
The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.
