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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Zapata by IHG

Stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Zapata, TX, featuring outdoor pool, free WiFi, breakfast, and close to Zapata attractions and Laredo airport.

167 US-83, Zapata, TX 78076, United States View on map
8.2/10
Very Good Based on 176 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort with attentive service

Guests appreciate the clean rooms, friendly staff, and convenient location, while noting the hotel’s older feel and some minor issues around outdoor areas.

Guests often praise

  • Clean and well-maintained rooms with comfortable beds.
  • Friendly, accommodating, and helpful front desk staff, including exceptional customer service efforts.
  • Complimentary hot breakfast and free WiFi and parking amenities.
  • Quiet atmosphere with convenient parking close to rooms.
  • Enjoyable indoor and outdoor spaces, including a refreshing pool.

Worth knowing

  • The hotel is somewhat dated with a noticeable musty or older smell in some areas.
  • Outdoor pool area has issues with large wasp nests, which may limit pool use.
  • Limited guest interaction or information about amenities at check-in has been noted.
  • Air conditioning works but may not meet all guest preferences for cooling.
  • Located in a small town near the Texas-Mexico border, so local service levels and hotel features reflect this context.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking straightforward, traditional hotel accommodations in Zapata.
  • Visitors who value helpful staff and a quiet, clean environment.
  • Guests looking for a hotel with basic amenities including free breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
  • LGBTQ+ friendly travelers and those wanting a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Anyone planning day trips to nearby regional attractions like Zapata County Museum or Rio Salado.
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About this property

Welcome to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Zapata by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Zapata by IHG offers traditional accommodations with practical amenities such as complimentary WiFi, parking, and a hot breakfast each morning. The property features an outdoor pool, although some guests have noted seasonal wasp activity near the pool area. Rooms are generally clean and comfortable, with a few reviews mentioning a slightly dated atmosphere compared to other locations in the chain.

This hotel doubles as a conference center and wedding venue, making it suitable for business travelers and event attendees. Located at 167 US-83 in Zapata, Texas, it is LGBTQ+ friendly and praised by guests for friendly and helpful service, including instances of exceptional care from management. Check-in time is at 3 PM, with checkout by 11 AM, aligning with typical hotel standards.

Situated approximately a 54-mile drive from Laredo and similarly distant from Rio Grande City, the location is convenient for visitors exploring the area. Nearby attractions include the Zapata County Museum of History, Rio Salado, and the historic site of Guerrero Viejo. Laredo International Airport is accessible within roughly 55 minutes by car.

Guest reviews reflect a mix of experiences, with many appreciating the cleanliness and quiet environment, while some mention the need for updates and better front desk communication. The hotel is considered one of the nicer options within Zapata, with close parking and attentive staff contributing to a generally positive stay.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Fitness center
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Mike Estrada Apr 16, 2026
8.0

Clean room,Friendly service, I would stay here again.

AS
Andrew Simon Apr 15, 2026
8.0

Not updated like the rest of the Holiday Inn Express out there, so slightly musty old hotel smell, but you quickly get used to it. Good location and good service.

JC
Joanne Cummings Apr 06, 2026
10

Front desk person did minimal service. Didn't discuss any amenities. Hotel room was clean

LF
Liz Francis Apr 05, 2026
10

Great place to stay. Customer service was excellent! I had left a pair of earrings in the room. I called and spoke with the manager. They were able to find them. She sent them to me via priority mail with her own money, to Minnesota! Exceptional!!!!

AG
Alyssa Gray Mar 09, 2026
8.0

My experience was Great! It was clean. The employees were nice. The pool was open. They had a little meet and Greet from 6-8. Free Lasagna and beers. The lasagna was ehhh. But it was free so it was kinda good lol. The pool was refreshing. They do have like 4 LARGE wasp nests under the eaves of the building and a large number of Wasps flying around the pool. So that cut our time at the pool short. The full Hot Breakfast in the morning was good. I would return if i was ever in the area again.

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Twinzmom Jan 23, 2026
8.0

Nicest hotel in your going to stay in the city of Zapata, the front desk employees are very friendly and accommodating, it’s a smaller hotel, but it was nice having up close parking and being helped without having to wait. Hotel was very clean and upkept, nice breakfast in the morning and quiet at night which is a plus!

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theflyingcarpetaustin Jan 16, 2026
8.0

Let's be clear you're on the border of Texas and Mexico and a very small town so your expectations should be thus. The check-in was lovely the woman Manning the desk was quite sweet and I was able to find my room easily. I was upgraded to a suite And I appreciated the spaciousness..... The room was very clean the bed was comfortable and the sheets were clean. The air conditioning was tolerable although I would have preferred it much cooler as it was hot in Texas... The room stayed probably at a cool 78 in the day and drop down is down to 75 in the evening. The towels were as scratchy as they could be and probably need to be replaced the carpet in the room looks like it's seen some pretty bad things and honestly you can't help but To wonder what has happened in these rooms. The entire property is well maintained but it really does need a face lift :) Being on the border you can't help but to worry about security I was a woman traveling alone but I felt that the hotel did a great job at keeping the parking lot lit And I felt safe for the duration of my stay. Zapata is a lovely town and I enjoyed my stay the food is great and so are the people. The best tacos I've had probably in my life were at the stripe's gas station down the street do yourself a favor and grab some

AC
Armida Castillo Dec 30, 2025
10

We were there from California, for a funeral, manager was awesome, nice, she even gave us rides on her car to buy food, we had auto trouble, so we had to stay 1 week.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Holiday Inn Express & Suites Zapata by IHG

Zapata, Texas, USA

A 54.2-mile drive from Laredo, this standard hotel is also a 52.8-mile drive from Rio Grande City.

  • Zapata Stripes 13 min Walk
  • Laredo International Airport 55 min Car · 2 hr 8 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Texas. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Zapata County Museum of History 26 reviews

Zapata County Museum of History

N Main St 805, 801 US-83, Zapata, TX 78076, United States

4.4 · History Museum
Rio Salado 5 reviews

Rio Salado

Falcon Mesa, TX 78076, USA

4.8 · Water
Guerrero Viejo 24 reviews

Guerrero Viejo

88387 Tamaulipas, Mexico

4.4 · Historical Landmark
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