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

2.5 star property

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Welcome to our hotel, featuring a striking entrance with a covered area, surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens and a convenient parking area.
Relax by the pool with lounge chairs and a bench, surrounded by large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
Two single beds with white linens, flat-screen TV, and kitchen amenities.
Stroll through the serene outdoor space, surrounded by lush trees and shrubs, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
Indulge in a diverse selection of international cuisine at our buffet, featuring omelets, cheese, and more.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Explore the area

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3741 Thistledown Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27606
  • North Carolina State University
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Raleigh Convention Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility) | Room amenity

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

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

Hotel with free breakfast, near North Carolina State University
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a fitness centre and Access to hot tub. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business centre, conference space and laundry facilities are on-site.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG offers 108 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An indoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of North Carolina State University. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a business centre and meeting rooms
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 3-minute drive from North Carolina State University and 8 minutes from North Carolina State Fairgrounds
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1152 square feet (104 square metres) and includes conference space. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Raleigh hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,152 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 652 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Review

Room was too close to elevators. Noise the entire time. A little annoying but all else was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeimi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay very clean hotel the staff was helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yazmyne

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micaiala

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
e to the venue I attended. Staff was extremely helpful and nice. The hotel was clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaLainya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. The breakfast was okay but I wish they had meat options for people who don’t eat pork. Other than that, the rooms were nice and clean. I definitely will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Restaurants are about one mile away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Hotel was clean. Breakfast could have been better, it seemed at times the staff stocking it didn't care. Overall, our stay here was comfortable and we would come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kakia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful accommodations!

Wonderful accommodations! Very clean and modern and comfortable! Highly recommend. Gas station conveniently located across the road and easily accessible hotel off the main highway. Room was spacious, bed was comfortable and several pillow types to choose from. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is safe, clean and close to the university.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chia en

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

Great place I stayed in room 211 and the elevators are very loud and rolling suit cases
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlita

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025