This reliable hotel sits right off the interstate, not far from downtown Amarillo. It’s a great location for exploring the shops, restaurants, and museums of the largest city in the Texas panhandle. The spacious suites of the Holiday Inn Express can include two comfy queen beds and a full sleeper, along with a mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Ask for one of their full-kitchen suites if you plan to cook big meals during your stay. The hotel also has connecting suites for even more room to spread out. Kids will love the heated indoor pool and hot tub, while parents will appreciate the modern fitness room. Other amenities include free wi-fi and a free hot breakfast that includes fruit, sausage, biscuits, eggs, cereal, and freshly made cinnamon rolls.

The Holiday Inn Express is ideally located in the very middle of town, putting you no more than 15 minutes from any of Amarillo’s many attractions. The hotel shares a parking lot with several casual and fast food restaurants, so dinner is a short walk from your room. Kids will love visiting the Texas Air and Space Museum and Wonderland Amusement Park, and might want to spend all day at the Don Harrington Discovery Center, a children’s museum with exciting hands-on science exhibits. Take time to drive a few miles west of town to see Cadillac Ranch, the iconic art installation where it’s okay for kids to add their own touch of paint. Amarillo is also a short drive from Palo Duro Canyon State Park, a great place for a day hike. With its convenient location and highly comfortable suites, the Holiday Inn Express is a great choice for your family vacation in Amarillo.