Holiday Inn Express - Barranquilla Buenavista by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.9 (2396 reviews)
Carrera 53 No. 106 - 280 , Barranquilla , CO

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent location
Comfortable rooms and beds
Friendly and helpful staff
Cleanliness praised by many guests
Good, varied breakfast
Exceptional pool
Quiet and comfortable for rest
Parking availability
Cons:
Room odors reported (remedied by AC)
Some cleanliness issues (sheets, dining floor grease)
Charges differing from booking / payment problems
Narrow breakfast area and limited dinner/vegetarian options
Inconvenient parking payment process
No staff to help with luggage in at least one report
Air conditioning problems in some rooms
High snack prices

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Mixed signals: many guests praise 'todo limpio', 'muy limpio' and good housekeeping, but multiple reports of unclean spots (sábanas, pisos del comedor) and occasional odors in rooms reduce the score.
Service
9.4
Generally excellent: numerous comments highlight 'la atención espectacular', 'personal amable' and very good reception service at night, with only minor service issues (no luggage assistance in one review).
Location
9.6
Consistently strong: many reviews call out 'excellent location' and 'ubicación excelente', convenient and quiet for resting; parking availability is noted positively despite procedural issues.
Room Quality
8.9
Rooms are comfortable with good beds and quiet rooms for rest; some guests reported smells on arrival, AC problems and empty minibars which slightly lower the rating.
Amenities
8.9
Positive amenities such as an exceptional pool and generally good facilities; negatives include narrow breakfast area, limited dinner/vegetarian options, empty minibars and an awkward external parking process.
Value for Money
8
Mixed: many satisfied guests who would return, but several serious complaints about being charged more than booked (booking/payment issues) and high snack prices reduce perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9
Breakfast is frequently praised as good/varied and fresh; however there are notes about limited dinner options, scarce protein choices, and few vegetarian options.
Overall Experience
8.9
Predominantly positive overall: many guests say they would return and describe the stay as 'fabuloso' or 'excelente', tempered by isolated but recurring issues (cleanliness spots, booking/payment problems, parking process, room odors).
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:42

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Featuring an outdoor pool and fitness centre, the brand new Holiday Inn Express Barranquilla Buenavista offers a touch of luxury in the vibrant Riomar district. Each room is elegantly designed with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Convenience at Your Fingertips

With a 24-hour front desk, guests can enjoy round-the-clock assistance for a hassle-free experience. The hotel's prime location, just 1 km from Buenavista Shopping Center, makes it the perfect choice for shopping enthusiasts and leisure travelers alike.

Easy Access to Transportation

Located only 15 km from Ernesto Cortissoz Airport, Holiday Inn Express Barranquilla Buenavista provides easy access for travelers. Book your stay now and indulge in the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 2396 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 8.9
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 8.9
G
Guillot Gonzalez • couple • co
5
Cons:

El aire acondicionado muy malo!

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
C
carlos mario • couple • co
6
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
D
De leon • extended_group • co
10
Expectacular volvería a reservar
Pros:

Super lindo, muy morderno y todo limpio

Cons:

Que en la app aparecía que el cheking era a las 4

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
R
Rosa • solo_traveller • ar
7
Pros:

The breakfast

Cons:

The smell of the rooms

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
S
Sandra • solo_traveller • co
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
E
ELIANA • couple • co
8
Bueno
Pros:

La atención es espectacular , amables , dispuestos ayudar siempre .

Cons:

La habitación tenía espacios sin limpiar y fue notorio que las sábanas no estaban limpias .

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
K
Kabineh • couple • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
K
Kabineh • couple • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • solo_traveller • us
8
Great location and comfortable room.
Pros:

Excellent location and comfortable room.

Cons:

There is no personnel to help with luggage.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
P
Paula • couple • co
9
Pros:

La ubicación excelente y la disponibilidad de parqueadero. La habitación muy cómoda y silenciosa, perfecta para descansar. El servicio de recepción en la noche estuvo bien.

Cons:

La zona para tomar el desayuno es estrecha para la cantidad de gente. No tienen opción de huevos al gusto, aunque el desayuno buffet tiene variedad. Faltan más opciones vegetarianas para la cena

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
L
Lismar Adriana • family_with_children • ve
10
Pros:

Lo confortable de las habitaciones

Cons:

El servicio de parqueadero

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
R
Rafael • couple • co
8
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
C
Cata • couple • co
9
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
R
Roberto carlos • family_with_children • co
10
Excelente
Pros:

La hospitalidad

Cons:

Los precios de los snack

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
M
MANUEL • family_with_children • co
7
Pros:

Ubicacion

Cons:

El trato

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
A
Alexander • couple • co
10
Pros:

Todo

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
C
Claudio • solo_traveller • co
7
Cons:

Tiempo de espera en el couter, fue desastroso

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
R
Ruben • couple • us
10
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
M
Manuela • extended_group • co
10
Una buena elección en Barranquilla
Pros:

Todo me gustó en este hotel, volvería.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
O
oscar • couple • co
9
Todo estuvo
Pros:

Me gusto el aseo y el orden

Cons:

El desayuno

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee