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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near North Carolina State University

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Located near North Carolina State University, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State offers a warm welcome with to-go breakfast and a cozy fireplace. Relax in the spa tub or unwind with WiFi, then get moving at the gym. With an indoor pool and multilingual staff, this hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is £91
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and two bedside tables with lamps.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, an orange chair, a lamp, and a large window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a microwave, and a bathroom visible in the background.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, a mirror, and a small kitchenette.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a window with a geometric pattern, and a blue wall.

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a coffee machine, a flat-screen TV, and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
3741 Thistledown Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27606

What's nearby

  • North Carolina State University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Johnson - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Carter-Finley Stadium - 8 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Lenovo Center - 8 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 17 min drive
  • Raleigh Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Cary Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk
  • Cook Out
  • ‪Ruckus Pizza & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG

  • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of North Carolina State University and North Carolina State Fairgrounds. You can get a workout in at the fitness centre, or take a dip in the indoor pool. Also, Raleigh Convention Center and Red Hat Amphitheater are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 34 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Barbecue grills
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children's games

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (1152 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 122
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 10 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 34 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG has an indoor pool and a fitness centre, as well as a picnic area.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG is a short 9-minute walk from North Carolina State University and 15 minutes' walk from Lake Johnson.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as superb, great, delicious, and filling with a variety of options. (50 reviews)
  • Pet access was convenient and welcoming with friendly staff and clean accommodations. (4 reviews)
  • The hot tub was clean and well-maintained, providing a wonderful experience for guests. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Nice facility - clean room and very quiet. The breakfast was very good. Swimming in the indoor pool was a very nice addition to our stay.
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

clean rooms and great service.
Ray, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This location is always clean with very helpful staff from the front desk to housekeeping. This was my third time at this location and will be back soon when in Raleigh visiting our son at NC State.
Stacey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming staff. Comfortable room.
Paula, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast included several hot choices and was delicious.
Jamie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room easy parking, EV charging. Good breakfast and proximity to NC state, downtown Raleigh andCary
Jagadish, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Breakfast was filling!
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean & Spacious Room. Comfortable Bed. Kind Folks at Check In & Check Out. Nice Amenities & Wonderful Shower.
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, well appointed room. Plenty of lighting, comfortable bedding, and a little fridge with coffee maker. While I did not eat much from the breakfast, there were a lot of great options for all needs and it was all fresh looking.
Cristina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and comfortable.
Tannelaine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were clean and nice. The pool was warm.
Olivia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was enormous and the bathrooms were so clean and nice. We had a great time and were super refreshed by rhe next morning after spending the night here. I would definitely recommend!
Guillermo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and we enjoyed the breakfast as well
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The young African American guy at the front desk was great! Loved the pool and the breakfast. The gym could use some more space and updated equipment.. nothing really worked. Overall 9.5/10
Taquana, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very quiet property with great breakfast choices.
Mary, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet hotel, friendly staff, decent breakfast.
Glenda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great. The pool was very nice.
Paula, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, nice staff
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dee at the front desk was a rock star! Everything was really clean and the location was great. Would stay again
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely service and convenient location
Shanna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean a d sfaff was nice.
Kayla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, friendly staff, great location
Steven, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location for our needs and breakfast was good. Room was well put together and spaciouss
Brian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall, everything was great. Easy check in (Melissa at the front desk was wonderful). Comfortable room. Good breakfast. Quiet location of the property. The hot tub could be fixed up so the jets are more powerful.
Neil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay very clean hotel the staff was helpful
Kiana, 3-night trip