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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh Sw Nc State An Ihg Hot
3741 Thistledown Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606 US
near Exit 295 on I-40 (~0.3mi)
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Reservations: +1-800-219-2797
2.5 Star Property In Raleigh (Southwest Raleigh)
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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 603 guest reviews
- Free wired internet
- Free WiFi
- Number of indoor pools - 1
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Free breakfast to go
- Free breakfast
- Smoke-free property
- Free self parking
- Fitness facilities
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11/18/2024 - 11/19/2024
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Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh Sw Nc State An Ihg Hot
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Good Place to Stay"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Good location, friendly staff, breakfast is good and it's quiet.
Hafez H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
21-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 17 to Wed Jun 19 2024 at a $170.00 average nightly rate. 
Response from Management on 27-Jun-2024:
Hello Hafez,Thank you for providing feedback about your recent stay at our hotel. We appreciate you choosing our hotel for your overnight lodging. We look forward to your next stay.Sincerely,Crystal PaigeGeneral Manager
"Easy in Easy out."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I needed a place to sleep for the night. North Raleigh early AM appointment after a long drive. Holiday Inn Express was reasonably priced and had top notch accommodations. Will definitely return next trip.
John F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
13-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 12 to Thu Jun 13 2024 at a $229.00 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 17-Jun-2024:
Hello John F.,Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review about your recent stay with us. We appreciate you choosing our hotel and look forward to your next stay with us. Sincerely,Crystal PaigeGeneral Manager
"Great Place to Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Staff was very friendly and professional. Facilities were very well kept. The breakfast was very good. Our stay was very satisfying.
Aubrey F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
04-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Feb 01 to Fri Feb 02 2024 at a $156.99 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 07-Feb-2024:
Hello Aubrey F.,Thank you for providing feedback about your recent stay with us. We truly appreciate your thoughts and hope to see you again soon!Sincerely,Crystal Paige General Manager
Summary of Verified Reviews
Property Description
With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State, an IHG Hotel in Raleigh (Southwest Raleigh), you'll be a 3-minute drive from North Carolina State University and 7 minutes from North Carolina State Fairgrounds. This hotel is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Crabtree Valley Mall and 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Raleigh Convention Center.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Make yourself at home in one of the 108 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 55-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Lake Johnson - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
North Carolina State University - 1.6 km / 1 mi
James B. Hunt Jr. Library - 3.5 km / 2.1 mi
WRAL Azalea Gardens - 4 km / 2.5 mi
William Neal Reynolds Coliseum - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Dorothea Dix Park - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Crossroads Plaza - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Pullen Park - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Raleigh Brewing Company - 4.9 km / 3 mi
J.C. Raulston Arboretum - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Meredith College - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
Historic Yates Mill County Park - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Raleigh Rose Garden - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Raleigh Little Theater - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Amb Day Spa - 6 km / 3.7 mi
The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State, an IHG Hotel is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 20.6 km / 12.8 mi
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Raleigh? This hotel has 1152 square feet (104 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Green Sustainability
As part of IHG Greener Stay program, IHG Reward club members can opt out of housekeeping service and changing their linens during their stay for bonus points to be added to their account.
Amenities / Features
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Banquet hall
- Vending machine
- Meeting rooms
- Conference space size (meters) - 104
- Free wired internet
- Television in common areas
- Free WiFi
- Number of spa tubs - 1
- Braille or raised signage
- Number of indoor pools - 1
- Assistive listening devices available
- Picnic area
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Internet access - wireless
- Fireplace in lobby
- Free breakfast to go
- Luggage storage
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Total number of rooms - 108
- Number of floors - 4
- Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
- Professional property host/manager
- LGBTQ friendly
- Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
- Events/parties not allowed
- Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
- Property does not require health documentation at check-in
- Express check-out
- Free breakfast
- Coin laundry on site
- Business center
- Multilingual staff
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Smoke-free property
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Free self parking
- Conference space
- Fitness facilities
- Computer station
- Wheelchair accessible path of travel
- ATM/banking
- Conference space size (feet) - 1152
Airport & Shuttle Information
RDU International airport is locate 13.75 miles from the hotel.
Local Shuttle Info: We do not have a shuttle.
Breakfast Information
We offer our hot breakfast bar daily for all our guests featuring our famous cinnamon rolls.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
Service animals are allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed
Ou pet policy entails a nightly pet fee of $30.00 per pet
Parking Info
We do not charge for parking. At this moment we are limited to standard sized vehicle parking.
Internet / WiFI
Our location offers complimentary wireless and wired (in room only) internet with each room/suite.
Misc Fees / Policies
- Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Cleaning Policies
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Protective clothing is available to guests
Masks are available to guests
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is available
Individually-wrapped food options are available
Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is available
Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
Cashless transactions are available
Masks are compulsory at the property
Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
Essential workers only - NO
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
About Holiday Inn Express
- Free Express Start Breakfast
- Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
- Free high-speed internet service in every room
- eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
- Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services
The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Hotel Rate Trends at Holiday Inn Express & Suites of Raleigh at Ncsu
The chart above shows averages of prices for both group/meeting quotes and the best individual traveler rates our rate checker could find at the time the group/meeting offer was entered. The most competitive group deal shown is 13.8% in January 2022 and the highest average individual rate is $183 in the month of March 2025. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Holiday Inn Express & Suites of Raleigh at Ncsu in a month when rates are lower.
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