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Holiday Inn St. Johns

3.0 of 5
180 Portugal Cove Rd., St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador A1B 2N2, Canada
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Ranked #15 of 19 hotels in St. John's
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013
Peter S Edmonton
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Edmonton
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68 reviews 68 reviews
30 hotel reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

We stayed here for one evening after spending a week touring Newfoundland. The staff are friendly, the room was very nice. The bed was comfortable. I found the surroundings to be quiet and the security to be good. Very close to the airport. I will stay here again and I feel that the value for what was paid was very... More

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Norman V, General Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Dear Peter S. Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us in St. John's. We strive for Guest comfort and satisfaction. Our beds are our new Hallmark signature beds, the Grandville Beauty Rest series. Trusting you had a great sleep we look forward to your next visit. regards More

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47 reviews 47 reviews
41 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Night one: I arrived at this nice hotel to be give a room with a view; two garbage dumpsters. The walls are thin and I could hear every word of their conversation; they were yelling and laughing and cheering; obviously watching the hockey game. I called the front desk and they sent someone to talk to them about their noise.... More

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Norman V, General Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
18 June 2013

Dear Tom Bassinger: Thank you for your comments, they are always appreciated. It was unfortunate you were disturbed by other Guests in the hotel during your stay. We do offer our sincere appologies. I was glad to hear that our Team Members were there to address the concern and assist in securing you a quiet location for the remainder of... More

Ashdod, Israel
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

I stayed at the Holiday Inn St. Johns for only one night and still the stay was very pleasant. As a Priority Club Platinum member I was upgraded to a bigger room. The room was large and clean. I'd love to go back for a longer stay.

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Norman V, General Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Dear Asaf71: thank you for your kind comments, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to your next visit and trust it can be longer with us as well. Thank you for being a Platinum Member with us. More

Ontario
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24 reviews 24 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Room was super, big flat screen and very modern and clean. Everything worked too and i had no problems at all. Room was paid for me so I cant comment on that but it is close to airport and i liked it. Ont the premises is East Side Mario's. So its all pasta type dishes. I doubt that there is... More

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Norman V, General Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear Chris: Thank you for your comments pertaining to your recent stay, we are glad you enjoyed your visit. Our hotel does feature the franchised restaurant of Eastside Mario's. We do serve a variety of foods such as steak, salmon, chicken along with pastas. Our restaurant does feature and serve breakfast each morning from 7:00am and provides Room Service as... More

Arbroath, United Kingdom
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17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Stayed here a few years ago and it was ok, i found the staff to friendly & helpful. It was the winter time so couldnt get out for a walk so had to taxi everywhere which was ok and not to far into town. The food was the same as any holiday innbasic but filled a hole. Would stay here... More

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Rita M, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
15 April 2013

Thankyou for your comments! I do hope you have the chance to visit us in the summer! We have 2 ponds next to the Hotel with beautiful walking/jogging trails. Also, on a fine day, waling downtown is quite lovely! I will certainly pass on your feedback to our staff! More

St. John's, Canada
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34 reviews 34 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Staff was not the friendly type upon check in. The room was basic for $159 a night. Small bathroom. Tub & toilet in one room which was small and across the way was the sink, I hate this. I stayed with my kids age 3,4 & 10. They were playing on the bed before 11pm and the youngest fell off... More

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Rita M, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
15 April 2013

I am disappointed that your experience with us was not a good one. Please know that anytime you are not satisfied with any part of your stay, a Duty Manager is on site to address your concerns immediately! If you would like to discuss your experience in more detail, you may call me directly. I assure you that your comments... More

Wabush
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19 reviews 19 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

This is the first time I stay at this hotel. They put me on the Executive Floor on the fourth floor. The room was very clean, it must have been redone. The mattress and pillows were great. The bathroom was on the small side, and the sink was built sideway ways. Not ideal when washing your hands ad brushing your... More

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Rita M, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
22 March 2013

I am delghted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us! We look forward to serving you once again on your next visit to St. John's. More

Vancouver
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

This is an older hotel that has had some recent updating. The main updates based on the room I was in seem to be furniture, Flat Panel TV's and some cosmetic things. Unfortunately the bathroom in my room was poorly designed and laid out and was extremely tight and not a very comfortable spot to even try to take your... More

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Rita M, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
6 March 2013

I thankyou for your comments as we appreciate any feedback from our Guests. Reviews such as yours assist us to improve our service to our valued Guests. If you would like to discuss your stay in further detail, you may call the Hotel directly and ask for me. More

Halifax, Canada
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56 reviews 56 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

I checked in pretty late in the evening, not one explanation of the hotel, amenities, food or anything; and did not realize that level '1' is below the Entrance. The bathroom is divided, between a tiny shower/toilet to one site and a wardrobe/sink to the other (you have a view of the later while lying in bed). The room had... More

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Rita M, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
22 February 2013

I apologize that your experience at the Holiday Inn St. John's was not great. Anytime that your room or any part of your stay does not meet or exceed your expectations, you may call the Duty Manager and we will do our best to make it better. I do hope that you would consider a future stay and I know... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

I share the same regrets about this hotel as many of the other reviewers. The hotel seems dated starting with the lobby and going to the rooms. There, the sink is in a different room from the bathtub and toilet! Also, the curtains are not in great shape and let in a decent amount of light. That heating/cooling system is... More

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Rita M, Front Office Manager at Holiday Inn St. Johns, responded to this review
8 February 2013

I am truly disappointed that your stay with was not a great experience. I assure you that all your comments have been reviewed by our Management. Any and all Guest comments are appreciated and encouraged. More

 
 
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Also Known As:
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Holiday Inn St. Johns Hotel St. John`s
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St. John's Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn St. Johns Newfoundland, Canada
Address: 180 Portugal Cove Rd., St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador A1B 2N2, Canada
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Region: Canada > Newfoundland and Labrador > Newfoundland > St. John's
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #15 of 19 hotels in St. John's
Price range (per night): $224 - $275
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to the Holiday Inn St. John's Government Centre Hotel The Holiday Inn hotel in St. John's, Newfoundland, is proud to be a two-time winner of the Holiday Inn Quality Excellence Award. We offer friendly, professional service. Hotel is located just minutes from St. John's International Airport (YYT), downtown St. John's, provincial and federal government offices. Business travelers appreciate our central location. Our hotel is also in close proximity to education centres such as Memorial University of Newfoundland, Marine Institute and the College of the North Atlantic, as well as the Health Sciences Centre, Janeway Children's Hospital and the retail district of St. John's. Our hotel features a boardroom and 11 meeting rooms with A/V equipment and catering services to help your event run smoothly. We proudly offer a family-friendly atmosphere ideally located near beautiful Pippy Park, the Fluvarium, five golf courses, Aquarena and many more attractions in St. John's. Our hotel offers suites designed with families in mind, and kids under 12 eat free at Eastside Mario's, our on-site restaurant, when accompanied by an adult (max. 4 children/adult). With amenities like hotel-wide free high-speed internet access (wireless and hardwired), a fitness centre, a business centre, outdoor pool, rooms with balconies and drive-up entrances and much more, you'll want to make our St. John's hotel your home away from home in Newfoundland. ... more   less 
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