Where can you find a vibrant, growing community with a hotel that's just right for you? Look to Port Charlotte, located off I-75 and less than an hour from both Sarasota and Fort Myers, and the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites Port Charlotte. This beautiful property sits on Lake Sandhill and provides a comfortable, affordable stay with the brand you trust. If business brings you to Port Charlotte, then this hotel has the amenities you need. You can work from the room with free high-speed, wired Internet access or use the 24-hour Business Center's computer with free Wi-Fi access. With the Charlotte Harbor Convention Center and area business a short drive away, you'll spend less time on the road and have more time to prepare for meetings. From golfing and island hopping to kayaking and sailing, there's plenty of fun to be had moments from this hotel's address in Port Charlotte, Florida. Spend a day shopping at Port Charlotte Town Center, touring the Gulf Islands and watching a Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training game. Then, enjoy fresh seafood at Fisherman's Village or a laugh at Visani Comedy Club. When our hotel's guests "Stay Smart" in Port Charlotte, Florida, they enjoy free perks, including a hot breakfast every morning, an outdoor pool and a Fitness Center.