Holiday Inn Express & Suites Modesto

Modesto, California Area Destinations. Situated in California's Central Valley about 18 miles from our Modesto hotel, Hilmar Cheese Company is the biggest single-site cheese and whey products manufacturer in the world. They specialize in the manufacture of cheddar and American cheese utilized by private label and national brand firms. Enjoy tours, cheese tasting and interactive exhibits. Within 15 miles of our front door, you'll encounter the Sierra Dinner Train, hosted by the Sierra Railroad, which was founded in 1897 to connect the Gold Country to the Central Valley.