The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Huntsville is a decent hotel. Sitting just off I-45 and about 70 miles from Houston it's well-positioned for travelers passing through or spending time near Sam Houston State University. Rooms are clean and well-equipped, with an indoor pool and fitness center rounding out the amenities. The hot breakfast buffet was ok, hotel food. The location in a smaller East Texas city means fewer dining options within walking distance, but for anyone training in the area, passing through on I-45, or looking for a comfortable, no-surprises hotel, it delivers exactly what it promises.