Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bishop by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
7.9 (614 reviews)
636 North Main Street , Bishop , US
+1 760-872-2423

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful, friendly staff
Good/varied complimentary breakfast
Central, convenient location
Clean and comfortable rooms (many reports)
Pool and spa available
On-site amenities (gym, laundry, cookies)
Tasty coffee from machine
Cons:
Noise issues in some rooms (ice machine, vending, laundry)
Unstable/poor air-conditioning in some rooms
Dated rooms with smelly carpet in places
Faulty TV remote/electronics in some rooms
Perceived high price / poor value for money
Occasional bleach smell in pool area
Isolated housekeeping issues (hair on WC)

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Mostly praised as very clean and comfortable rooms in multiple reviews; occasional issues noted (hair on WC in one report, bleach smell in pool area, and a few mentions of odorous/old carpet in some rooms).
Service
9.2
Staff repeatedly described as wonderful, very helpful and ultra-friendly; many reviews specifically praise the team and helpfulness at reception (one isolated complaint about timing of a front desk solution).
Location
9
Consistently cited as an excellent, central and convenient location (near shops, restaurants, downtown and as a staging point for Death Valley); many guests valued proximity to amenities and dining options.
Room Quality
6.5
Mixed comments: some rooms are spacious and comfortable, but several guests reported problems — old rooms with smelly carpet, odd bathroom layouts (sink in bedroom), noisy rooms next to ice/laundry machines, faulty TV remote, and inconsistent/unstable air-conditioning affecting sleep.
Amenities
8.5
Amenities are generally praised: pool, spa, gym, laundry services, welcome cookies and vending; pool noted as slightly cool and some machines/noise were issues, but overall facilities are seen as a strong point.
Value for Money
5.5
Multiple comments indicate the hotel feels expensive for what was received (price high for ground-floor rooms, concerns about quality-to-price ratio), suggesting below-average perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Breakfast is frequently praised as very good, included and varied; coffee machine received positive comments and the complimentary breakfast is noted as a strong aspect of stays.
Overall Experience
7.5
Overall impressions are generally positive due to staff, location, cleanliness and breakfast, but several stays were marred by noise, AC issues and dated rooms, producing a mixed but still decent overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:11

Property Description

Convenient Location near Owens Valley
Located in Bishop, California, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites offers easy access to Owens Valley, making it a perfect choice for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each guest room is equipped with a coffee maker, microwave, mini-refrigerator, work desk, and a sofa bed, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Relaxing Facilities and Nearby Attractions
Guests can enjoy the on-site fitness center and indoor pool, as well as explore Buttermilk Boulder rock climbing and Inyo National Forest, all just a short distance away.

Book your stay at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bishop for a memorable and convenient experience.

Important information:

Please be sure to check for road closures during winter months. Highway 120 (Tioga Pass) typically closes from late October until late May. When the Tioga Road is closed, it is not possible to drive to Tuolumne Meadows or enter Yosemite National Park from the east. All other park entrances, including those along Highway 120 from the west, Hetch Hetchy, Highway 140, and Highway 41, remain open all year. Please be sure to check for current road closures during winter months. Highway 120 (Tioga Pass) typically closes from late October until late May. When the Tioga Pass Road is closed, it is not possible to drive to Tuolumne Meadows or enter Yosemite National Park from the east. All other park entrances, including those along Highway 120 from the west, Highway 140, and Highway 41, remain open all year.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: RNO

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 614 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.2
Location: 9
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 5.5
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 7.5
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Sheila • couple • us
10
Pros:

The hotel staff were wonderful and very helpful

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • us
9
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Melani • couple • us
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Ki • extended_group • us
9
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Mélodie • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

Très spacieuse très propre

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Kishore • family_with_children • us
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Fred • couple • us
8
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Hollosy • extended_group • hu
1
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Alon • couple • il
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • family_with_children • de
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • fr
8
Simple et efficace
Pros:

Très bon petit déjeuner

Cons:

RAS

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • family_with_children • us
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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yanit • solo_traveller • il
9
Pros:

מיקום מצוין, צוות נהדר, מתקנים טובים וחדשים.

Cons:

כלום

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

great breakfast

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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ALVARO • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

Desayuno incluido. Amabilidad del personal.

Cons:

Habitación especial adaptada para minusválidos pese a haber reservado habitación normal con 2 camas.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Jarosław • extended_group • pl
8
Całość pobytu była zadowalająca
Pros:

Miła obsługa i dobre śniadanie

Cons:

Stosunek jakości do ceny w takim miejscu

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

La propreté et l'équipement de la chambre.
La piscine était très bien.
Petit déjeuner bien fourni.
Personnel ultra sympathique

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Valentina • solo_traveller • it
5
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Valentina • family_with_children • it
5
Delusa
Pros:

La posizione

Cons:

Camere vecchie con moquette maleodorante. Il lavandino del bagno è invece dentro la camera da letto.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Giuliana • extended_group • it
7
Soggiorno nella norma
Pros:

Disponibilità del personale.

Cons:

Prezzo alto per una stanza al piano terra.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee