Le Mars Getaway: Unbeatable Deals at Holiday Inn Express!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to dive HEADFIRST into the swirling vortex of… Le Mars, Iowa. And specifically, into the… deep breath … Holiday Inn Express Getaway: Unbeatable Deals! Yeah, it's a mouthful. But hey, sometimes you gotta embrace the unexpected, right? Just like ending up in Le Mars when you THOUGHT you were going to, I don't know, the French Riviera? (Don't judge, my GPS is… temperamental.)
First Impression: The "Is This Really It?" Moment
Look, let's be honest. Le Mars isn't exactly the Eiffel Tower. But as I pulled up to the Holiday Inn Express, I kinda did a double take. It wasn’t some crumbling Motel 6. Nope. Actually… it was alright. Clean lines, well-maintained landscaping (a testament to the Midwest’s obsession with perfectly manicured lawns – I’m fascinated by it). And, bless their hearts, plenty of free parking. Which, after a 12-hour road trip fueled by gas station coffee and questionable beef jerky, was a godsend.
Accessibility Bingo: Did They Nail It?
Okay, so I didn't need full accessibility, but I always check, 'cause you never know. And HELLO! This place actually does a decent job. (Good job, Holiday Inn Express! You're getting a gold star). They've got…
- Wheelchair Accessible: Tick! Always a plus.
- Elevator: Yeah buddy! Don't wanna be hauling your luggage up four flights of stairs. No. Thank. You.
- Facilities for Disabled Guests: Yep! They got it. Honestly? Made me feel good to know they cared.
Sanitation Nation: Are We Safe?
Look, 2024 and beyond means safety is a huge deal, and the Holiday Inn Express is trying.
- Hand Sanitizer: Everywhere. Like, literally everywhere. (Honestly, I felt like I was in a sanitizing commercial.)
- Daily Disinfection in Common Areas: They claim they do. And the lobby looked pretty spick and span.
- Room Sanitization Opt-Out Available: (Good if you are worried about the hotel spraying chemicals and you want a room sanitized by you.)
- Individually-wrapped food options: They offer an option to get your breakfast as take away.
- Staff Trained in Safety Protocol: I saw staff cleaning the common area, and they all wore masks.
- Cashless payment service: Yes, definitely.
- Anti-viral cleaning products: I didn't see the cleaners, but I got the impression that they used them.
- Rooms Sanitized Between Stays: Yup.
The Room: My Fortress of Solitude (Sort Of)
Okay, so the room. I got a non-smoking room (whew!). And a room with:
- Internet Access – Wireless: You betcha! Free Wi-Fi! And it actually worked, which is a miracle. (I'm looking at you, Motel 6 WiFi from the 90s!).
- Air Conditioning: Necessary, especially since I was there in July and it was sweltering.
- Blackout Curtains: Essential for sleeping in.
- Desk: Needed to catch up on some work.
- Coffee/Tea Maker: Crucial for my caffeine dependency. I mean, a girl needs to survive, right?
- Mini-Fridge: Nice for keeping my… um… diet soda cold.
- Lots of electrical sockets: My gadgets thank you.
I opted for the standard room. It wasn't HUGE, but it wasn’t a broom closet either. And honestly? It was clean. Actually, shockingly, really clean. Like, "Did they just finish building this room?" clean.
Breakfast: The Most Important Meal (Maybe)
Breakfast is, let's be real, the make-or-break of a hotel stay. The Holiday Inn Express offers:
- Breakfast [Buffet]: (I'm a buffet girl, myself.)
- Buffet in Restaurant: You can take your breakfast in the room if you want.
- Asian breakfast: Yes.
- Western breakfast: Yes.
The buffet wasn't gourmet, mind you. We're talking scrambled eggs, sausage, those little cardboard-esque pancakes. But they had the good stuff! The stuff you gotta get at the hotel. And the staff keeping everything replenished and were super friendly.
Eating, Drinking, And Snacking: Fueling My Midwestern Adventure
Beyond breakfast, you're on your own in this department to a degree.
- Restaurants: A few options nearby, but the hotel offers:
- Snack bar: I didn't see one.
- Coffee/tea in restaurant: They serve coffee in the restaurant; yeah, a classic.
Things To Do (Or, How I Avoided Boredom in Le Mars)
Okay, let's be real, Le Mars isn't exactly Vegas. But hey! You can relax:
- Fitness Center: They have gym.
- Swimming pool: Yes, and it is open.
Extra Perks (The Hidden Gems):
- Free Car Parking: SCORE!
- Daily Housekeeping: My bed was made, and my room was tidy every day.
- Laundry Service: Though I didn’t use it, it's always good to know.
- Convenience Store: For that late-night snack craving.
- 24-Hour Reception and Security: Always nice to feel safe.
The "Ugh" Moments (Because Perfection is Boring)
Okay, even the Holiday Inn Express isn’t without its… quirks. My few minor gripes:
- No Spa: This ain't the Four Seasons. No body wraps, no steam rooms, no masseuses whispering sweet nothings. A girl can dream, can't she?
- The Location: Le Mars is a bit… remote. You NEED a car. (Good thing there’s parking!)
- No Poolside Bar: It's a small town. You want a cocktail, you gotta go off-site.
My Verdict : Would I Go Again?
Honestly? Yeah, I would. Considering the price, the cleanliness, the location (for what I needed), and the friendly staff, the Holiday Inn Express in Le Mars is a SOLID choice. It’s not fancy. It's not glamorous. But it's comfortable, clean, and offers exactly what you need for a decent stay.
Crafting the "Unbeatable Deal" and a Compelling Offer
Now, for the sales pitch!
Headline: Escape to the Unexpected: Unbeatable Deals Await at Le Mars Getaway! Holiday Inn Express – Comfort, Convenience, and (Surprisingly) Good Times!
Body:
Tired of cookie-cutter vacations? Craving something… different? Then pack your bags, ditch the usual suspects, and head to the heart of the Midwest! We’re talking Le Mars, Iowa, where the ice cream is legendary, the sunsets are stunning, and the deals at the Holiday Inn Express are unbeatable!
Forget those stuffy hotels with hidden fees and questionable cleanliness. At the Holiday Inn Express, you get:
- Sparkling Clean Rooms: Seriously, we’re talking “freshly-sanitized” kind of clean.
- Free, Fast Wi-Fi: Stay connected, catch up on work, or stream your favorite shows – no buffering!
- A Delicious, Free Breakfast: Fuel up for your day with a hot buffet, featuring eggs, sausage, pancakes, and more.
- A Cozy Pool: Because everyone deserves to take a chill dip to cool down.
- Friendly Service: Feel like a neighbor.
PLUS…
- Amazing Deals: We're offering rates so low, they're practically criminal!**
- Flexible Cancellation: We understand plans change.
- Pet-Friendly Rooms Available: So your furry best friend can join the adventure.
But wait, there's MORE! (This is the good part!)
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This review is designed to be:
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Okay, buckle up buttercup, because this isn't going to be your perfectly-formatted, sanitized travel brochure. This is MY chaotic, glorious, slightly-caffeinated plunge into the abyss that is… Le Mars, Iowa. And more specifically, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites. God help us.
Day 1: Arrival, Existential Dread, and the Mysterious Case of the Breakfast Sausage
- 1:00 PM - ARRIVAL at the Gateway to Ice Cream Dreams (supposedly). Okay, so driving across Iowa is, let's be honest, a vibe. Imagine… endless fields of corn, the sun beating down like a judgmental deity, and the overwhelming feeling that you are the only person on Earth who's ever seen a traffic light. I pull up to the Holiday Inn Express, praying the front desk is manned by someone who hasn't seen my existential angst for the past 5 hours.
- 1:15 PM - Check-In. Hope: The woman at the front desk… is fantastic. She's got that Iowa kindness, that "bless your heart" energy, and she seems genuinely happy I'm there. This is hugely reassuring. Disaster averted.
- 1:30 PM - The Room: The Promise (and the Letdown). Clean, functional… surprisingly spacious. My inner hypochondriac does a happy dance. But then… the view. Cornfield. More cornfield. I'm officially in the middle of nowhere. This is… it feels like a test of my life choices.
- 3:00 PM - Attempt at Ice Cream Enlightenment. Blue Bunny Home Town Dairy! Okay, first impression: I was expecting something a bit more… iconic. (There is a lack of ice cream cones the size of your torso.) I get a scoop of something called "Super Chunk" (because Iowa, right?). It's good. Really good. But I'm overwhelmed. The sheer volume of ice cream flavors is… paralyzing. My inner child and the grown-up me are having a serious mental debate.
- 6:00 PM - Dinner at a local diner: I'm starving. I end up at… a place that looks like it was built in the 1950s and hasn't changed. I order a burger. It is the best burger I've had in months.
- 7:00 PM - Pool Side contemplation: I decide to dip my toes in the pool. It's empty except for a couple of kids. I float.. and stare up at the roof.
- 8:00 PM - Return: The Breakfast Sausage Predicament. Sleep is calling, but I also start planning my attack on the famous Holiday Inn Express breakfast. I've heard legends of their sausage. Good, bad, it doesn't matter. I must experience it.
Day 2: The Breakfast Wars, Ice Cream Dreams, and Existential Re-Evaluation (Maybe)
- 7:00 AM - The Breakfast Buffet Bonanza. Okay, here we are. The moment of truth. The sausage… it's… there. A slightly anemic, slightly lonely set of breakfast meats. I take a piece. I cautiously bite. It is… perfectly fine. Perfectly meh. My expectations, which were either sky-high or rock-bottom, were somehow met in the middle. What a profound disappointment! But the waffles… the waffles are fluffy. My soul recovers!
- 9:00 AM - The Blue Bunny Factory - OVERLOAD! The Factory. The tour, the history, the sheer scale of ice cream production. This is where the "ice cream capital of the world" does its thing. I feel a little like Charlie in Willy Wonka's factory. There's the distinct smell of sugar in the air. I'm trying to contain my excitement. Okay, I'm failing.
- 11:00 AM - Another Ice Cream Run! I need to process this. Need. To. Process. Back to Blue Bunny. This time, I want a sundae. With everything. With everything. I'm a mess. I am happy. I am… sugared. I might explode. It is an art. Eating all the ice cream.
- 1:00 PM - The Iowa Road Trip Blues. It's time to leave. I look back at the Holiday Inn Express. It stands, solid and dependable in the heart of cornfields. And I find myself feeling… kind of sad. Not because of the hotel, but because of the place. There is a feeling of peace you just can't beat..
- 2:00 PM - Reflection Time: I decide to spend on last hour in the room, because, why not. I relax on the bed, and start writing. It feels good. No, it feels better.
- 3:00 PM - Checkout. I'm leaving Le Mars. I still don't understand Iowa, but I think I like it. The woman at the front desk smiles. "Safe travels now," she says. I smile back. And I head out of the hotel… and back into the endless corn fields.
Final Thoughts (and Unsolicited Advice):
- The Holiday Inn Express: It's fine. It's clean. It's reliable. It does the job.
- Le Mars: Go. But go with an open heart. And a serious appreciation for ice cream.
- Me: Still processing. Still slightly sugared. Still probably dreaming of corn.
This is just my messy, honest, utterly human journey through Le Mars. Your experience will undoubtedly be different… and hopefully, a little less chaotic. Happy travels! And remember… eat the ice cream.
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Le Mars Getaway: Holiday Inn Express - Seriously the BEST Deals?! Let's Dive In! (and maybe vent a little...)
Okay, Okay... "Unbeatable Deals" is a BIG claim. What's the DEAL with the deals at the Holiday Inn Express in Le Mars? Seriously, are we talking like, actual savings, or marketing fluff?
Alright, settle down, Captain Skeptic. I GET IT. "Unbeatable Deals"... it's the hotel industry's version of "organic" – overused and often misleading. But honestly? From my experience… yeah, the Le Mars Holiday Inn Express *seemingly* had some pretty sweet deals. I snagged a last-minute room (because, let's be honest, I'm a terrible planner) and the price was… surprisingly good. Like, significantly cheaper than some of the other, frankly, less-impressive options in town. I wouldn't call them "unbeatable" because, you know, *someone* probably always has a cheaper motel room tucked away somewhere. But for what you're getting? Clean room, free breakfast (more on *that* later), and a decent pool (again, later). Pretty darn good. I feel like they were trying to undercut the competition, at least when I was there. Maybe they're desperate for business? Or maybe, just maybe, they're trying to actually offer a good value. Still sus, but worth a look.
What's the room situation like? Clean? Smelly? Do I need to bring my hazmat suit?
Okay, deep breaths. Let's address the elephant in the room (or the potential *smell* in the room). My experience? Surprisingly clean. Like, genuinely. Considering the price, I was fully expecting questionable stains and a faint whiff of desperation clinging to the air. But nope! The room was spotless. No mysterious odors. The linens were clean and crisp. The only thing I noticed was a *slight* hint of that generic "hotel air freshener" smell, but honestly, after the initial sniff, you barely notice it. They must be doing something right on the cleaning front. I can't speak for all rooms, but I'd give it a solid A on the cleanliness scale. Kudos to the cleaning crew! They deserve hazard pay, let's be honest.
Breakfast... the ultimate hotel test. What's the vibe? Is it sad continental, or something actually edible?
Oh, breakfast. The make-or-break of any hotel stay, right? And let me tell you about *my* experience with the breakfast at the Le Mars Holiday Inn Express… Okay, deep breath. I, uh, I have some thoughts. It's… better than the absolute depths of continental despair. There's… an attempt at variety. They had the standard scrambled eggs (questionable origin, tasted like a very mild and potentially slightly-rubber-like substance… but *edible*), mini-muffins (one looked suspiciously like a hockey puck), some sad-looking fruit (mostly melon, which I’m not a fan of, seriously, why so much melon?), and, blessedly, a waffle maker. A *waffle maker*. This may sound small, but trust me, that waffle maker is a lifeline. And it *saved* the entire breakfast experience for me. I made, like, three of those golden, buttery masterpieces. I loaded them up with syrup and whipped cream (the whipped cream was suspiciously… fluffy, but hey, I wasn’t complaining). So, yeah. Passable. But lean *heavily* on the waffle maker. And maybe bring your own fruit. Or just… skip the fruit altogether.
Is there a pool? Because, you know, a good pool can distract from a multitude of hotel sins.
Ah, the pool. Okay, the pool was… a mixed bag. Yes, there *is* a pool. Inside. Which is good for Iowa weather, let's be honest. And it was… functional. I'm not going to lie; it's not a resort-style oasis. It was your basic, rectangular, indoor pool. The water *seemed* clean (no floating green things, which is always a good sign). The chlorine smell was... present. But the real *adventure* was the atmosphere. It was pretty much deserted. One time, I had the whole pool to myself! Which was amazing, in a slightly creepy, post-apocalyptic kind of way. Another time, there was a small family with, like, a thousand inflatable toys, which was… loud. So, the pool? It exists. It's swimmable. It's… unpredictable. Go in with an open mind and maybe some earplugs (just in case of inflatable toy-related trauma). And bring your own towel, just to be safe. They ran out when I was there. Seriously!
What about the location? Le Mars... What's there even *to do*?
Okay, let's get real. Le Mars isn't exactly the Las Vegas of the Midwest. It's… quaint. It's the "Ice Cream Capital of the World," which, I have to say, is a pretty specific claim to fame. The hotel itself is located… well, it's in Le Mars! It's relatively easy to find, near a few fast-food places, and a few other businesses, right? The biggest draw is, without a doubt, the Blue Bunny Ice Cream Parlor and Museum. And, uh, depending on your interests, maybe the Plymouth County Historical Museum. So, you're not going for the vibrant nightlife, let's be clear. It's far more of a "family-friendly, small-town America" kind of vibe. My suggestion is to go and enjoy the small town life, if you are down to relax a bit there.
Is it kid-friendly? Traveling with the spawn of Satan... I mean, my children...
Ah, yes. The little cherubs. Well, based on my observations, the Holiday Inn Express *appears* pretty kid-friendly. The pool, even with its slightly-creepy-vacant vibe, is a HUGE draw for the younger set. The waffles, as we've established, are basically a gateway drug to a happy kid (and a slightly less stressed parent). Plus, clean rooms are always a win when small humans are involved. There wasn't anything inherently *un*friendly about the place. I saw several families when I was there, actually lots of them. I'd say, you will be fine. Just maybe pack some extra snacks. And earplugs. For yourself, and for them, and for anyone who you end up sharing the pool with.
Anything else I should know? Any hidden fees or weird gotchas?
Hmmm… let me think… hidden fees… weird gotchas… Nothing *blatantly* obvious jumps to mind. I didn't get hit with any surprise charges upon check-out, which is always a relief. Just make sure you double-check the fine print when you book, the usual stuff. And, you know, read the reviews. Seriously, read the reviews. And adjust your expectations accordingly. This isn’t the Ritz-Carlton, people. But for the price,Hotel Radar Map
