Holiday Inn Killeen - Fort Cavazos Area LOCAL AREA

Dana Peak Park is a Central Texas gem located just 10 miles from our hotel, nestled along the scenic shores of Stillhouse Hollow Lake. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this beautiful park offers outdoor adventures, including hiking, mountain biking, fishing, boating, and horseback riding. Open seasonally from March 1 through September 30, Dana Peak Park invites visitors of all ages to explore the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of the area.

Fort Cavazos, formerly known as Fort Hood, is a major U.S. Army base near Killeen, Texas. Renamed in 2023, Fort Cavazos honors the legacy of General Richard E. Cavazos, the first Hispanic four-star general in the U.S. Army. The base supports a large military community and is home to the III Corps. While you’ll need special permission to go on the base, you can tour the exciting National Mounted Warrior Museum, located just outside the base.

Texas A&M University—Central Texas is a public institution offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees with a focus on non-traditional students. Many students are active-duty military, veterans, or working adults. Just 4.5 miles from our hotel, the campus hosts lectures, symposiums, and workshops open to the community.

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is a full-service acute care that opened in June 2012 with more than 300 employees. Among the services offered at the 83-bed facility are emergency care, women’s services, orthopedics, cardiology and imaging and diagnostics, to name a few.

Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Waterfront activities are open - Enjoy Phantom Phlume waterslides and Sierra Beach Swimming 10 am - 8 pm • 7 Days per week • open holidays

Known as the Cadence Bank Center, the Bell County Expo Center hosts a variety of events in nearby Belton, just 18.7 miles from our hotel. From concerts and rodeos to trade shows and community gatherings, the calendar is always full. The venue seats up to 6,500 guests and features an expo building, livestock arena, and meeting spaces.

There are more than 50 species of wildlife on the ranch. The central Texas Climate is well suited to animal survival as several of the ranch's animals have been returned to their native lands. Although our animals are wild, they may be seen from the safety of your car. Don't forget to bring your camera when you come visit us which we hope will be soon.

Spanning over 550,000 sq ft, Killeen Mall is a premier shopping destination in Central Texas. Anchored by major retailers like Dillard’s, JCPenney, and Burlington, the mall features more than 90 stores. Enjoy a variety of dining options in the food court and a transportation-themed children's play area, making it a perfect spot for family-friendly fun.