Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid
Last inspected:
608 S Lakeview Rd, Lake Placid, FL 33852Part of: Holiday Inn Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid was emergency-closed on August 5, 2022 for rodent activity. Across 20 inspections spanning from 2022 to September 2025, the facility accumulated 50 violations, averaging 2.5 per inspection — well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared in 8 inspections, with handwashing and food contact surface violations among the most frequent findings. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on September 2, 2025 documented 4 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: August 5, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid: Comparison to Highlands County Averages
Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid: Emergency Closure History (1)
Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022038090 | $400.00 | Aug 5, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid last inspected?
- Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid last shut down?
- Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid was last shut down on August 5, 2022 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid?
- The most frequently cited violations at Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid are: Allergen awareness, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid had?
- Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid find?
- Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid was most recently inspected on May 4, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid ever been shut down?
- Yes, Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid been fined?
- Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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