Candlewood Suites Bloomington by IHG

Hotels
Candlewood Suites
7.6 (294 reviews)
1935 South Basswood , Bloomington , us

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Convenient location
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Inadequate amenities
Room conditions poor

Categories

Cleanliness
5.85
Multiple complaints about unclean rooms, mold, and lack of housekeeping.
Service
8.85
Staff were described as helpful and polite, although difficult to find.
Location
9.35
Convenient location mentioned positively by several reviewers.
Room Quality
7.35
Rooms are functional but complaints regarding condition and maintenance were noted.
Amenities
6.35
Limited amenities reported, with specific issues related to the pool and kitchenette.
Value for Money
7.85
Some reviews suggest better options for the price, indicating limited perceived value.
Food and Beverage
6.85
No complementary breakfast and limited coffee provisions noted.
Overall Experience
8.35
Mixed reviews, with some positive experiences but significant complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:45

Property Description

Indulge in Comfort and Convenience

Relaxation at Your Fingertips
Featuring an indoor pool and a fitness center, Candlewood Suites Bloomington offers the perfect retreat for your stay. Unwind in the pool or stay active in the fitness center, the choice is yours.

Home Away from Home
Each guest room is equipped with a full kitchen, ideal for preparing your favorite meals. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, satellite cable TV, and a DVD player in every room. The private bathrooms come with all the essentials, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Convenience at Your Doorstep
With outdoor BBQ facilities, guest laundry, and a business center, your needs are fully met at our hotel. Plus, benefit from free parking during your stay. Book now and experience the best of Bloomington, Indiana at Candlewood Suites.

Important information:

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.
Swimming pool: Closed from Wed, Feb 11, 2026 until Thu, Dec 31, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: IND

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 294 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.85
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 6.35
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 6.85
Overall Experience: 8.35
K
Kluesner solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

I loved the bed, and the concession room. The whole place was exactly what I needed for my stay. The people were so friendly and patient.

Cons:

The door was a little tricky to close all the way.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
R
Ramkumar family_with_children us
4
Pros:

Easy access, good car parking.
Good staff members & Good reception.

Cons:

I don't feel it's a IHG hotel.
The floor carpet smells weird.

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
S
Samuel solo_traveller us
10
Great place for the price
Pros:

The young man at the desk when my wife and I checked in he was very professional patient and personable

Cons:

There was nothing that I found not to like

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
P
par couple us
10
Pros:

The price was a good price for a last minute booking, the room was clean and big, the staff at the front desk were really helpful, and accommodated to any needs we had. It was a really nice stay, and it isn’t far from downtown or anything.

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
L
LaShawn couple us
7
Pros:

It was nice and clean and comfortable

Cons:

Our tv did not work in the room but couldn’t switch rooms till the next night

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
S
Scarlett solo_traveller us
7
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
family_with_children us
9
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
M
Marshall family_with_children us
9
Good nights sleep
Pros:

The kitchen in the room. Complete With untensils and dinnerware

Cons:

The swimming pool is being renovated 🥺🥺

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
E
Edward couple us
10
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
M
Myron couple us
8
2026-03-18 via Nuitee
B
Bernd solo_traveller de
8
value for money
Cons:

No breakfast

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
B
Bernd solo_traveller de
8
value for money
Cons:

No breakfast

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
C
Carla extended_group us
10
Great place to stay for an IU basketball game
Pros:

Nice area

Cons:

Hard to figure out where the front entrance is

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
D
Daniel extended_group us
7
Cons:

The parking lot was poorly cleared of ice and snow.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
J
Juan couple us
10
2026-03-06 via Nuitee
M
Morel couple us
10
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
M
McLaughlin extended_group us
2
Pros:

Comfortable beds

Cons:

Dirty, smells bad, request not met that were said to be met, janitorial closet with chemicals, and cleaning solutions left open all night, smelled like cigarettes.

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
S
Scott couple us
6
2026-02-27 via Nuitee
K
KENT family_with_children us
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The bed was hard,Trash left in room,hair in the bathroom nasty

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
L
Lisa family_with_children us
10
2026-02-24 via Nuitee