Holiday Inn Express Metropolis by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.5 (657 reviews)
2179 East 5th Street , Metropolis , US
+1 618-524-8899

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly service
Location convenience
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room comfort complaints

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Multiple reviews mentioned cleanliness, but instances of musty smell and stains were noted.
Service
9.5
Consistently highlighted as friendly and accommodating across various reviews.
Location
9
Several reviews praised the location for its convenience and quietness.
Room Quality
7.5
Mixed feedback with some rooms being described as clean, but issues like unlevel floors and outdated decor were pointed out.
Amenities
8.5
Amenities were generally satisfactory, including breakfast and pet policies.
Value for Money
8.5
Competitively priced for the offered services and location.
Food and Beverage
9
Numerous reviews complimented the quality and variety of the breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall a good experience despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 20:57

Property Description

Convenient Location and Amenities

Situated at the junction of Interstate 24 and Highway 45, Holiday Inn Express Metropolis offers an indoor pool, free WiFi, and cable TV in each room. Just a short drive from Harrah’s Riverboat Casino and Paducah, Kentucky, the hotel provides a perfect blend of comfort and entertainment.

Relaxation and Leisure Options

Guests can enjoy complimentary access to the fitness room and spa bath, perfect for unwinding after a busy day. Additionally, the 24-hour business center and daily hot breakfast cater to both leisure and business travelers.

Family-Friendly Environment

With family rooms available and a kid-friendly manager's reception every evening, Holiday Inn Express Metropolis ensures a pleasant stay for guests of all ages.

Book your stay now at Holiday Inn Express Metropolis for a memorable and convenient experience!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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: PAH

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
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

8.5
Based on 657 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Gene • couple • us
10
2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Lorie • couple • us
10
Pros:

Comfy

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • us
10
Easy and comfortable
Pros:

Clean, well-maintained, great breakfast offering.

Cons:

No walking

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Narda • couple • us
9
Pros:

Location! It was in a great spot for our trip coming and going to Missouri

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Shirley • couple • us
10
Excellent experience.
Pros:

Friendly staff.....very clean.....excellent breakfast.......exceptionally clean facility.

Cons:

We had a noisy neighbor on the floor above on the first night. But, that was not the facility's fault.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • couple • us
7
It’s overpriced but clean.
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

The price was over rated - nothing special - rooms are kind of tired looking. They need to be freshened up with some exciting paint or wallpaper. And the breakfast was just ok just not a decent variety of stuff.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Narda • couple • us
9
It was in a great location for us to stay going and returning on our trip.
Pros:

Location was great. Front desk staff were great.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
6
Pros:

It was a decent breakfast. My husband loved it.

Cons:

Cobwebs and spiders in the room. Small bugs in bathroom sink and tub. Looks like it hasn’t been used in a long time.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Linda • extended_group • us
9
We needed a place to stay in short notice. They accommodated us right away!
Pros:

Clean with great breakfast!

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Jacob • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Wanda • family_with_children • us
8
I was really pleased with everything.
Pros:

Really nice accommodations. Clean, comfortable, spacious.

Cons:

There wasn’t anything I didn’t like.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Tyron • couple • us
4
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Heinz • couple • ch
9
Eine Übrrnachtung während eines Roadtrips. Vom Check-in bis Check-out alles perfekt.
Pros:

Alles sehr gut

Cons:

Nichts

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Bethany • couple • us
10
Pros:

The breakfast in the mornings was wonderful

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Mary Simon • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Great proximity to Interstate 24; breakfast was wonderful; quiet and able to get a great night's rest.

Cons:

Add some whole grain bread for toasting to breakfast.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
10
Exceeded my expectations!
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent. Actually had bacon 3 out of 5 mornings. Everything good, hot and well stocked. The hostess and her assistant were great. Oh, and the fresh ground coffee machines are great. Fresh hot coffee 24 hours a day.

Cons:

I can’t think of anything that I didn’t like.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Vernecia • couple • us
10
Pros:

The swimming pool and hot tub

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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bradford • family_with_children • us
6
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee