New Holiday Inn Express for Terrace, B.C.

If you’re looking to add a little adventure travel to your holiday itinerary this summer, a trip to Terrace, B.C. might be just what the doctor ordered.

Among the city’s claims to fame is that it is one of the attracts some of the largest snowfalls in the world. In 1999, the small city broke records when it received 113 cm of snow in one day. But all that snow just means more water for paddling, boating, fishing and other recreational pursuits during the summer months. So grab your rod and reel for some big-ticket fishing, including area favourites, salmon and steelhead.

At night, know that you can rest comfortably at the all new Holiday Inn Express® & Suites Terrace, which opened in mid-June, 2016.

The new-build, 111-room property is the first Holiday Inn Express property and the only IHG property in the Thornhill area, and is conveniently locate near Terrace Airport and Skeena River.

“The Terrace location is a great fit for the Holiday Inn Express brand due to its scenic views facing the Turquoise Mountain and two minute walk to the spectacular Skeena River - home to the ultimate fly fishing playground,” said Sam Kim, General Manager, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Terrace. “Guests will experience unparalleled access to some of the world’s most spectacular marine environments while we provide unmatched comfort and convenience at a great value.”

Planning a trip to Terrace in winter. Don’t worry about those super snowfalls, the new Holiday Inn Express has an indoor swimming pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Or you could out for some action-packed skiing or ice skating on one of the area’s lakes and rivers.

Or snuggle up in the guest rooms, which include 49-inch LCD TVs, comfortable king-sized or queen beds, a sitting area with a lounge chair and an in-room coffee machine. There’s also free high-speed Internet access and free local phone calls.

Other hotel amenities include a 24-hour business center and 336 square feet of meeting space for groups of up to 20 people. In the morning, fuel up for the days’ adventures with the complimentary Express Start™ breakfast bar that includes yogurt, cereal, oatmeal, fruit, a variety of hot-food items and the brand’s signature cinnamon roll.

“Holiday Inn Express is one of the most widely recognized lodging brands in the world and we’re excited to welcome this hotel into our family,” said Jennifer Gribble, Vice President, Holiday Inn Express Brand, IHG. “The Holiday Inn Express brand continues to grow across the Canadian market, delivering a special kind of hospitality and a simple, comfortable stay that our guests appreciate.”

The property is located at 3059 Highway 16 East, Thornhill, British Columbia and is owned and managed by 0982071 BC ltd.

IHG also recently opened a new Holiday Inn Express in Quebec’s Trois-Rivières. 

For more information, visit www.IHG.com/HolidayInnExpress.

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