Welcome to "the Junction." La Junta (Spanish for "the junction") rests at the intersection of the Santa Fe Trail with the Arkansas River. The town developed near Bent's Fort, a fur trading post of the 19th century. Our Holiday Inn Express hotel is located on US Highway 50, just minutes from downtown and close to area attractions. Business travelers will appreciate our La Junta hotel's location directly off the highway and within driving distance to downtown and area businesses including the Winter Live Stock Cattle Auction and A/P Industrial Park. Our hotel also features an on-site 24-hour business center, free HSIA and a meeting room perfect for any event. Our contemporary Holiday Inn Express La Junta hotel is ideally located near multiple attractions including Bent's Old Fort, the Dinosaur Track, the Santa Fe Trail and great area fishing. Spend the day exploring the great outdoors at John Martin Reservoir State Park, or walk around Koshare Indian Museum where you can see the Koshare Kiva. Unlike other La Junta, CO hotels, we are a pet-friendly establishment. You'll also find an array of complimentary amenities to guarantee a good stay, including our FREE Express Start Breakfast Bar served every morning, a Business center, a heated, indoor pool and hot tub. Make the smart choice and Stay Smart with us today.