Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
9.4 (366 reviews)
1252 North 12th Street , Middlesboro , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean environment
Great location
Quality breakfast
Cons:
Uncomfortable couch bed
Price concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
9.34
Very clean and well-maintained facilities praised in multiple reviews.
Service
9.81
Staff were consistently described as friendly, helpful, and professional.
Location
9.35
Very convenient location, close to attractions like Cumberland Gap National Park.
Room Quality
9.11
Rooms were comfortable, though there were mentions of uncomfortable furniture.
Amenities
9.33
Good breakfast options and other amenities like coffee available anytime.
Value for Money
8.99
Some concern over the pricing mentioned by a customer.
Food and Beverage
9.54
Excellent quality breakfast with a variety of options.
Overall Experience
9.72
Overall satisfaction expressed by most guests with an emphasis on returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 09:16

Property Description

Convenient Amenities
Located in Middlesboro, Kentucky, the Holiday Inn Express offers a daily continental breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi access for guests. Each guest room is equipped with a coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, work desk, and cable TV, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Relaxing Outdoor Pool
Unwind and soak up the sun at the hotel's outdoor pool, a perfect spot to rejuvenate after a day of exploring nearby attractions like the Abraham Lincoln Museum, Historic Cumberland Gap Park/Tunnel, and Pine Mountain State Park, all just a short drive away.

Business-Friendly Services
For those traveling for work, take advantage of the copy and fax services available on-site. Whether visiting for leisure or business, the Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro provides a convenient and welcoming stay.

Book your stay now at the Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro for a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TYS

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 366 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.34
Service: 9.81
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 9.11
Amenities: 9.33
Value for Money: 8.99
Food and Beverage: 9.54
Overall Experience: 9.72
J
John couple us
10
Consistent quality at a reasonable price.
Pros:

Consistency. Our go to whenever we’re visiting LMU.

Cons:

No complaints.

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
B
Beverly couple us
10
2026-08-31 via Nuitee
J
Jeremy couple us
10
Excellent staff - Very friendly and welcoming. Very clean and comfortable too
2026-08-30 via Nuitee
H
Holliday family_with_children us
10
The staff was friendly and accommodating. Loved having a work out room & pool!
Pros:

I travelled with my two sons so having a hot breakfast was key. I also liked having oatmeal as an option and a to-go yogurt.
The fresh ground coffee machine was great!
Since we were bringing our son to LMU having the stores across the street was very convenient.
We would recommend Haymaker & Frosty Mug for lunch.

Cons:

I would have liked to have more options for fresh fruit.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer solo_traveller us
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
T
Tamara family_with_children us
8
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
B
Blair solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
A
Alan family_with_children us
9
Pros:

It was clean, staff was very very helpful and friendly! Breakfast was amazing!

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
G
Gabriela solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Comfort and clean

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
F
Fellows solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
A
Andres solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
M
Melissa Bethani family_with_children us
10
Blessed!
Pros:

Breakfast was great. Exceeded my expectations.
The late night staff person who was there at 2:30am when I got there was the SALT of the Earth. Bless him, he was a true gem of a human being.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
J
Joseph couple us
8
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
J
Joseph couple us
1
They don’t allow locals regardless of reason for stay.
Cons:

Bookings failed to inform me about Holiday Express’s “no locals” policy. They wouldn’t honor my stay and stated locals within 75 miles aren’t welcomed at Holiday Express.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
S
Stephen solo_traveller us
6
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
L
Larry couple us
9
Pros:

Clean & excellent staff
Excellent breakfast

Cons:

Some road noise

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
H
Hall couple us
10
Clean, restful, and relaxing - just what I wanted. Thank you!
Pros:

We went for a one night getaway from family - LOL. This hotel exceeded our expectations, especially the cleanliness. The breakfast was amazing! The room was large and so so clean. I typically won't stay in hotels unless necessary because of lack of cleaning, but this hotel was amazing. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. Not just the front desk, but the breakfast stop as well. We definitely will be planning more getaways and staying here. I was very impressed and super pleased with our stay!

Cons:

Nothing that I can think of.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
A
Albert solo_traveller us
8
2026-04-24 via Nuitee
S
Shellie couple us
10
Will stay again.
Pros:

Very friendly staff!! Blonde lady in breakfast area exceptional!

Cons:

Lobby smelled like microwaved fish for two days.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
C
Clarence couple us
10
Everything Went Smooth As It Should
Pros:

Excellent Breakfast. Great Location In Town

Cons:

Everything Was Great. No Complaints About Anything On My End

2026-03-17 via Nuitee