Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville East by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
8.3 (1348 reviews)
53 Jefferson Road , Sandalwood , us

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:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Good location and value for money
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness noted
Breakfast options were lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.93
Many reviews indicated cleanliness, but some mentioned issues like a dirty pool and hair in the bathroom.
Service
8.9
Reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff, particularly at check-in.
Location
8.44
Described as great, with easy access to attractions, albeit with some difficulty finding the property.
Room Quality
8.39
Rooms described as clean, comfortable, and of good size.
Amenities
8.42
General positive sentiment for amenities, but some specific disappointments noted.
Value for Money
8.18
Good value considering the location and quality of the hotel.
Food and Beverage
7.93
Breakfast was decent, but some expected more variety, specifically bacon options.
Overall Experience
8.2
Generally positive experiences across most reviews, with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 14:28

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located adjacent to Craig Municipal Airport, this Jacksonville hotel offers easy access for travelers.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay with a seasonal outdoor pool, daily hot breakfast, and free WiFi. Rooms feature a microwave, refrigerator, and flat-screen TV.

On-Site Facilities
Stay productive with a fitness center, business center, and meeting facilities. Whether for work or leisure, Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville East has you covered.

Experience convenience and comfort at Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville East. Book your stay now to enjoy all these fantastic amenities.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1348 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.93
Service: 8.9
Location: 8.44
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 8.42
Value for Money: 8.18
Food and Beverage: 7.93
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Lynsey couple us
10
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Marilyn family_with_children us
8
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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James family_with_children us
8
Pros:

Clean rooms with room cleaning daily. Friendly staff and a decent breakfast with great cinnamon buns. Good location next to highway.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Christian family_with_children co
8
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Kim family_with_children us
1
Check the walls and ceilings. You have to zoom in.
Pros:

I would never in my life or the next life stay here again. I booked and paid for my room, it was for Sunday all the way to Saturday. I am driving 15+ hours to get to Jacksonville so I wanted to make sure my room was ready when I finally got there. With the long drive, I wasn’t able to make it to Jacksonville until early Monday, but when I get to the hotel, the front desk clerk was rude and dismissive to me when I try to check in. He informed me that my room was given away because I didn’t show up on Sunday. We got into a heated debate because the hotel gave away my room that I paid for and should have been ready. The clerk Mario, was rude and kept telling me I should have called to let them know I was going to be late to check-in. I asked why didn’t the hotel call me before giving away my room? They have my information too. When I started to make a scene, he got the manager to come help check me in. Now after my long drive and everything, my family and I made it in the room. There was a strong wet dog and pee smell but I was too exhausted to let it bother me too much. After a little unpacking, I sat on the floor with my youngest child to eat, I happened to look up and see mold on the ceiling. I freaked out and started really inspecting the room and see that the walls had smudges, and more mold growing. I go to the front desk and informed them. They offered to move me, but as I’m moving my family to the next room, I noticed more mold growing in the bathroom this time. When I went to inform them, the manager and assistant manager told me that because we’re in Florida, Tampa and Orlando, mold is a common issue and that there are two types of mold. After some more debating they brought me a list of rooms for me to check before I move my kids. On that list, there were at least five rooms I could pick from but I had to pick the least poisonous for me and my family.

Cons:

I would never in my life or the next life stay here again. I booked and paid for my room, it was for Sunday all the way to Saturday. I am driving 15+ hours to get to Jacksonville so I wanted to make sure my room was ready when I finally got there. With the long drive, I wasn’t able to make it to Jacksonville until early Monday, but when I get to the hotel, the front desk clerk was rude and dismissive to me when I try to check in. He informed me that my room was given away because I didn’t show up on Sunday. We got into a heated debate because the hotel gave away my room that I paid for and should have been ready. The clerk Mario, was rude and kept telling me I should have called to let them know I was going to be late to check-in. I asked why didn’t the hotel call me before giving away my room? They have my information too. When I started to make a scene, he got the manager to come help check me in. Now after my long drive and everything, my family and I made it in the room. There was a strong wet dog and pee smell but I was too exhausted to let it bother me too much. After a little unpacking, I sat on the floor with my youngest child to eat, I happened to look up and see mold on the ceiling. I freaked out and started really inspecting the room and see that the walls had smudges, and more mold growing. I go to the front desk and informed them. They offered to move me, but as I’m moving my family to the next room, I noticed more mold growing in the bathroom this time. When I went to inform them, the manager and assistant manager told me that because we’re in Florida, Tampa and Orlando, mold is a common issue and that there are two types of mold. After some more debating they brought me a list of rooms for me to check before I move my kids. On that list, there were at least five rooms I could pick from but I had to pick the least poisonous for me and my family.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Manda solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Regina solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Kind staff, clean rooms, clean pool p

Cons:

Everything was great

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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ric solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Alexander couple us
2
Not impressed. Bed was very uncomfortable, it smelled like moisture and mildew. Do not appreciate being rushed out at 12
Pros:

That it was a hotel

Cons:

Incorrect information and was told I could check out slightly later and then rushed out much earlier than the time I was told.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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John couple us
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Jessica family_with_children us
10
My stay was really amazing
Pros:

Front desk was friendly and very welcoming. The breakfast was simple and the staff kept it clean.

Cons:

I didn’t like that my room floor had lots of hair. Otherwise it was clean enough.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Laura solo_traveller us
10
Darren at the front desk upon arrival was wonderful, everything was nice and clean.
Pros:

Kudos to Darren who checked me in. Super nice and informative! He is a keeper! Room was nice and chilled when entering, unlike some hotels who don't have the a/c on when arriving. A very clean hotel property.

Cons:

The taste of the hotel water is awful! You should be ashamed of yourselves for selling bottled water at $3.00 a bottle when you can't drink the tap water!!

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Justin family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Clean, comfortable, great breakfast!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Jessica family_with_children us
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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SANTANA family_with_children us
7
Everything was good but the men at the deck could have been friendlier
Pros:

The breakfast was great.

Cons:

The staff could have been nicer

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Angela family_with_children us
5
Ok for the price.
Pros:

Front desk staff was very friendly and polite. Decent breakfast. Beds comfortable.

Cons:

Bathroom/shower could be updated. Parking lot needs more lighting at night.
It did take 30 days for my security deposit to get reimbursed.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Davis solo_traveller us
8
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Shorter family_with_children us
9
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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PAULINE solo_traveller us
7
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Denisse family_with_children us
10
Pros:

It's was a very nice place the pool was great and the area was peaceful.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee