Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ft. Lauderdale-Plantation by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
7.6 (370 reviews)
1701 North University Drive , Fort Lauderdale , US
+1 954-472-5600

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly, helpful staff (multiple named employees praised)
Good location near shopping / Sawgrass
Gym with working machines
Some guests reported comfortable/soft beds
Breakfast praised by several guests
Well kept / clean property noted in some stays
Quick, attentive front desk service in many cases
Cons:
Dirty bedding and inconsistent room cleaning
No tours offered (mentioned multiple times)
Breakfast repetitive or weak for some guests
Noisy air conditioning in some rooms
Room not ready / delayed check-in reported
Old or poorly maintained rooms (stains, torn sheets, non-working TVs)
In-room coffee machine problems
Occasional rude front-desk incident leading to serious complaint
Small beds / bedding size issues

Categories

Cleanliness
4.5
Multiple guests reported dirty bedding, stains, inconsistent room cleaning, torn sheets and complaints about towels — cleanliness is a clear weak point in the reviews.
Service
9.6
Service is frequently praised (Judith, Jeri, Simone, Sandra and other staff named for excellent help and friendliness), though there is at least one serious negative front-desk interaction. Overall staff responsiveness and warmth are strong.
Location
9.8
Location receives consistent positive mention (near Sawgrass, good for shopping, generally convenient) and is repeatedly cited as a reason guests choose the property.
Room Quality
6.5
Mixed reports: some praise for bed and size, but problems include stained bedding, noisy AC, small queen beds when king requested, and rooms arriving late — room quality is uneven.
Amenities
7.8
Amenities are mixed: gym equipment and some facilities are noted as good, but issues include non-working TVs, problematic in-room coffee machine and use of disposable/low-quality dinnerware.
Value for Money
6
Several guests mention the hotel is somewhat expensive or 'not convincing' for the price, especially when cleanliness and room issues are considered.
Food and Beverage
7.2
Food and beverage is mixed: some guests praise breakfast and specific F&B staff, while others find breakfast weak or repetitive and criticize presentation (plastic cutlery/plates).
Overall Experience
9.4
Overall experience trends positive due to helpful staff, good location and functioning amenities for many guests, but it is tempered by cleanliness and occasional service/room failures; net impression remains favorable from multiple reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:07

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations

Indulge in the warm and inviting rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ft. Lauderdale-Plantation, featuring modern amenities like cable TV, free WiFi, and convenient appliances.

Relaxation and Fitness

Unwind by the outdoor pool or stay active at the fitness centre during your stay. Start your day right with a delicious breakfast served every morning.

Convenient Location

Located just 5 miles from Sawgrass Mills shopping mall and with easy access to other attractions like Westfield Broward mall and Fort Lauderdale Beach park, Holiday Inn Ft. Lauderdale-Plantation offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort.

Experience the best of Ft. Lauderdale-Plantation at Holiday Inn Express & Suites - book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

Please note that transfer services to the mall are scheduled. Contact property for details.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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FLL

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 370 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.5
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 6
Food and Beverage: 7.2
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Guilherme • couple • br
7
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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maria jose • solo_traveller • ar
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Lebria • family_with_children • us
8
Nice and cozy spacious room
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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RAFAEL • family_with_children • co
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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SHAKHBOZ • couple • us
7
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Reyes Jimenez • solo_traveller • ec
9
Es buena instalación y esta cerca de un buen shopping por si vas a comprar
Pros:

El lugar

Cons:

Pues que no ofrece tour

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Reyes Jimenez • solo_traveller • ec
10
Tour
Pros:

La amabilidad del personal y el desayuno

Cons:

No tener tour qué proporcionen

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Yajaira Teresa • solo_traveller • ec
6
La comida tiene que ser mejor
Pros:

La verdad yo fui a Panamá al Hotel Holiday de allá

Cons:

La comida ni la limpieza

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Juan • couple • us
1
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Deondra • couple • us
1
Pulled the blanket off to get into the bed and there were stains on the bedding.
Pros:

The staff was friendly!

Cons:

DIRTY BEDDING!

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Darville • couple • us
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Rowe • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Fabiana • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Roderick • couple • us
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Clint • solo_traveller • tt
8
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Marlene • extended_group • pe
8
Agradable y segura
Pros:

El personal del housekeeping muy amables y simpáticas, todas y todos…felicitaciones!!!

Cons:

Entiendo que es algo de la rapidez y economía del servicio, pero no me acostumbro a cubiertos de plástico y platos de Micro poroso

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Briana • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast was the same for both days

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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neo duke • solo_traveller • co
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Silfredo • solo_traveller • do
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Hart • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

N/a

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee