Holiday Inn Express Apex - Raleigh by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.4 (205 reviews)
1006 Marco Drive , Apex , US
+1 919-387-3636

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
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, accommodating staff
Consistently good breakfast
Clean facilities and breakfast area
Convenient/great location
Comfortable bed and quiet rooms
Good value/affordable pricing
Cons:
Room quality mixed; some described rooms as spartan
Toilet issues reported (not flushing, running)
Minimal exercise room (only one treadmill)
Occasional negative room experiences (one guest said would not return)
Breakfast could offer more vegetarian options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.9
Multiple guests described the property as clean (clean facility, well-kept breakfast area); overall cleanliness is a strength.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly called wonderful, accommodating, friendly and exceptional; service is a clear positive in reviews.
Location
8.8
Several mentions of a convenient/great location; location is consistently viewed positively.
Room Quality
6.8
Mixed to negative comments: rooms described as adequate/spartan by some, one guest cited general 'Room' issues and another reported toilet problems (not flushing, running).
Amenities
7.6
Amenities are adequate but limited in places — exercise room is minimal (only one treadmill, causing waits); other amenities were noted positively but limited.
Value for Money
8.8
Several guests noted good value and favorable pricing ('price was way better than expected'); value is considered a strong point.
Food and Beverage
8.6
Breakfast repeatedly praised (fresh coffee, well-kept offerings, good quality pastries and cereals) though some requested more options, especially vegetarian choices.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall stays were generally positive with guests saying they'd stay again and praising staff and breakfast; a few negative room-specific experiences tempered the score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:15

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated just off Highway 1 and a short distance from North Carolina State University, Holiday Inn Express Apex – Raleigh offers easy access to nearby attractions.

Impressive Amenities
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, keep up with your fitness routine at the on-site gym, and start your day right with a complimentary hot breakfast.

Comfortable Accommodations
Relax in spacious rooms equipped with modern conveniences such as free Wi-Fi, a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker. Unwind in front of the cable TV or catch up on work at the work desk.

Ready to experience a blend of convenience and comfort? Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express Apex – Raleigh now!

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: RDU

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • 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: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 205 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.9
Service: 9
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 6.8
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 8.7
C
Craig • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Staff was wonderful and accommodating to some specific needs we had that developed during our stay.

Cons:

Nothing, very pleased with everything.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • extended_group • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Clapp • couple • us
9
Our stay met expectations. We were seeking value after traveling 4 hrs to attend a funeral.
Pros:

While the breakfast included the expected "stations", the quality was noticeable better than other options. Coffee was freshly groud, there was a heat lamp to keep the danish pastries tasty, the banana was just right (not green or overly ripe), and the raisen bran had lots of raisens. The signage was straightforward. Nice - thank you.

Also, the suggestion for a place for dinner was excellent.

Cons:

The rooms are adequate, but kinda spartan.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Raymond Bartelucci • couple • us
1
Would not stay there ever again.
Pros:

Meh

Cons:

Room.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Vagabond • couple • us
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Keith • couple • us
10
Great experience, will stay again.
Pros:

Convenient location. Clean facility. Great breakfast. Friendly staff.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Patrice • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • family_with_children • us
9
Excellent hotel
Pros:

Breakfast had lots of good options
Bed comfy
Great location

Cons:

Exercise room very minimal had to wait to use treadmill bc only 1 for whole hotel

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • family_with_children • us
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Daishonda • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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GB • solo_traveller • in
10
Pros:

Location, amenities, services, staff

Cons:

Breakfast can have more options, especially for vegeggies.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Thomas Frazier • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
9
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Whetstone • couple • us
9
Above average stay
Pros:

Comfortable bed
Nice staff
Breakfast
Clean
Easy parking

Cons:

Toilet may need repair
Didn’t flush properly and kept running at times

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
G
George • couple • us
10
way more than expected
Pros:

everything..everything was amazing. the price was way better than expected

Cons:

nothing. everything was great. staff was exceptional.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Rosemary • couple • us
10
Pros:

Room was quiet, the breakfast room was well kept and the food offerings were good.

Cons:

Not applicable

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Tammy • couple • us
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Fe • solo_traveller • us
8
Had a good night rest
Pros:

Comfort

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee