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A strong pre-cruise pick, especially for Terminal 3, with an annoying amenity fee.
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Axel’s rating: 8.8/10 · A modern, limited-service hotel beside Port Canaveral’s Terminal 3
This modern, limited-service Holiday Inn Express is a strong pick for a night before sailing, particularly from Terminal 3 across the street. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise clean, spacious rooms, comfortable beds and helpful staff; Booking.com’s strong cleanliness ratings support that picture. Included hot breakfast and an outdoor pool with a children’s splash zone make it practical for families, too.
The main catch is the nightly amenity fee, which IHG says includes overnight parking and several extras; cruise parking is separate. This is near Jetty Park’s beach, not a beachfront resort, and other cruise terminals require transport. Some Tripadvisor guests report intrusive room-to-room or pool noise, though others describe quiet stays. We’d choose it for cruise convenience rather than a beach-centered vacation, and light sleepers should request a room away from the pool.
- Rooms
- Generally spacious and comfortable, with microwaves and mini-fridges; sound insulation gets some criticism.
- Cleanliness
- A major strength across ratings and recent reviews, despite a few contrary housekeeping reports.
- Service
- Recent feedback strongly favors helpful staff and easy check-in, with occasional negative exceptions.
- Amenities
- Included hot breakfast, outdoor pool, children’s splash zone, fitness center and Wi-Fi.
- Fees and surprises
- IHG lists a nightly amenity fee covering overnight parking and extras; cruise parking costs extra.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Google. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
The location
995 Shorewood Drive, Cape Canaveral
Across from Terminal 3 and near Jetty Park; better for cruising than a walk-everywhere beach holiday.
Amenities and check-in
Included hot breakfast, outdoor pool, children’s splash zone, fitness center and Wi-Fi.
Check-in
after 4:00 PM
Check-out
before 11:00 AM
- Breakfast
- Fitness facilities
- Electric car charging
- Parking
- Pets Not Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible
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Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral by IHG — Cocoa Beach, United States
Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral by IHG is a modern, limited-service hotel beside Port Canaveral’s Terminal 3 in Cocoa Beach, United States.
Address: 995 Shorewood Drive, Cape Canaveral. Property ID: 1314160.
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Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $687 | $840 on Booking.com | $153 less (18%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Total price: $378 USD
2026-11-30 to 2026-12-03 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
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| 2026-11-05 | View stay prices |
| 2026-11-07 | $357 for 1 night · 2 nights $580 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $223 for 1 night · 2 nights $369 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $146 for 1 night · 2 nights $285 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $139 for 1 night · 2 nights $302 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $163 for 1 night · 2 nights $455 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $292 for 1 night · 2 nights $714 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $422 for 1 night · 2 nights $766 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $344 for 1 night · 2 nights $561 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $217 for 1 night · 2 nights $346 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $129 for 1 night · 2 nights $276 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $147 for 1 night · 2 nights $313 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $166 for 1 night · 2 nights $473 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $307 for 1 night · 2 nights $703 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $396 for 1 night · 2 nights $713 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $317 for 1 night · 2 nights $515 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $198 for 1 night · 2 nights $329 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $131 for 1 night · 2 nights $255 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $124 for 1 night · 2 nights $253 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $129 for 1 night · 2 nights $380 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $251 for 1 night · 2 nights $658 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $407 for 1 night · 2 nights $689 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $282 for 1 night · 2 nights $485 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $203 for 1 night · 2 nights $322 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $119 for 1 night · 2 nights $251 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $132 for 1 night · 2 nights $259 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $127 for 1 night · 2 nights $420 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $293 for 1 night · 2 nights $722 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-04 | $429 for 1 night · 2 nights $687 · up to 14 nights priced |
#1 of 2 hotels in Cape Canaveral — Jetty Park & Shorewood Drive by Axel's take. Cape Canaveral — Jetty Park & Shorewood Drive is #5 of 5 places to stay in Cocoa Beach. The best hotels in Cape Canaveral — Jetty Park & Shorewood Drive, ranked · Where to stay in Cocoa Beach
Axel's take: 8.8/10
A strong pre-cruise pick, especially for Terminal 3, with an annoying amenity fee. A modern, limited-service hotel beside Port Canaveral’s Terminal 3, scored for what it is.
This modern, limited-service Holiday Inn Express is a strong pick for a night before sailing, particularly from Terminal 3 across the street. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise clean, spacious rooms, comfortable beds and helpful staff; Booking.com’s strong cleanliness ratings support that picture. Included hot breakfast and an outdoor pool with a children’s splash zone make it practical for families, too.
The main catch is the nightly amenity fee, which IHG says includes overnight parking and several extras; cruise parking is separate. This is near Jetty Park’s beach, not a beachfront resort, and other cruise terminals require transport. Some Tripadvisor guests report intrusive room-to-room or pool noise, though others describe quiet stays. We’d choose it for cruise convenience rather than a beach-centered vacation, and light sleepers should request a room away from the pool.
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Best for: Cruisers departing from Terminal 3; Families wanting breakfast and pool time; Short Space Coast stays
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Watch out for: Nightly amenity fee; separate cruise parking; Some reports of room-to-room and pool noise; Not beachfront; other terminals need transport
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Location: Across from Terminal 3 and near Jetty Park; better for cruising than a walk-everywhere beach holiday.
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Rooms: Generally spacious and comfortable, with microwaves and mini-fridges; sound insulation gets some criticism.
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Cleanliness: A major strength across ratings and recent reviews, despite a few contrary housekeeping reports.
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Service: Recent feedback strongly favors helpful staff and easy check-in, with occasional negative exceptions.
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Amenities: Included hot breakfast, outdoor pool, children’s splash zone, fitness center and Wi-Fi.
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Fees and surprises: IHG lists a nightly amenity fee covering overnight parking and extras; cruise parking costs extra.
Axel's opinion of Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral by IHG, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Google. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
About Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral by IHG
- Property type: Hotel
- 2-star hotel
- InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
- 995 Shorewood Drive, Cape Canaveral
- Amenities: Breakfast, Fitness facilities, Electric car charging, Parking, Pets Not Allowed, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wi-Fi
- Check-in from: 16:00
- Check-out by: 11:00
- City page: Hotels in Cocoa Beach
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Economy room
Economy Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
Standard room
Standard Single room
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Standard Quadruple room
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Standard Family room
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Standard Single room (single bed)
- Beds: single bed
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Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Microwave
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Standard Double room with city view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Standard Double room with ocean view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Standard Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
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Standard Quadruple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Microwave
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Comfort room
Comfort Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
Superior room
Superior Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
Deluxe room
Deluxe room with ocean view
Deluxe room with balcony
- Room features: Balcony
Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
Deluxe Quadruple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
Executive room
Executive Double room with bay view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
Premium room
- Room features: Microwave
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Premium Single room
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Premium Single room (single bed)
- Beds: single bed
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Premium Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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Suite
- Room features: Microwave
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1 Bedroom Suite
- Bedrooms: 1
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Club Suite
1 Bedroom Club Suite
- Bedrooms: 1
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Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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1 Bedroom Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
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Quadruple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Microwave
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Sextuple Suite
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Suite (sofa)
1 Bedroom Suite (sofa)
- Beds: sofa
- Bedrooms: 1
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Single Suite (sofa)
- Beds: sofa
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Triple Suite (sofa)
- Beds: sofa
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Quadruple Suite (sofa)
- Beds: sofa
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Standard Suite
Standard Suite (sofa)
- Beds: sofa
Superior Suite
Studio
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