Holiday Inn Express Hotel Raleigh Southwest by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
9 (766 reviews)
3741 Thistledown Drive , Raleigh , US
+1 919-854-0001

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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:
Clean
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable rooms
Great amenities
Cons:
Limited nearby attractions
Noisy events during stay
Checkout time dissatisfaction

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Reports of cleanliness are positive, with many mentions of very clean facilities.
Service
9.43
Staff are frequently described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.97
Generally convenient location, although some mention lack of nearby attractions.
Room Quality
8.42
Most reviews remark on comfortable beds and well-kept rooms.
Amenities
9.45
Positive remarks on the pool, breakfast, and facilities.
Value for Money
8.91
Good value perceived by many guests for the services and amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
8.96
Breakfast received favorable comments, seen as sufficient and enjoyable.
Overall Experience
9.43
Overall positive experiences shared, with many expressing desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:53

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated just 10 minutes outside downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Raleigh Southwest offers easy access to the city's attractions, including the North Carolina Museum of Art only 4 miles away.

Modern Amenities
Guests can enjoy the convenience of an indoor pool, on-site gym, and flat-screen TVs in every room. The rooms are equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, work desk, coffee maker, cable TV, and free Wi-Fi for a comfortable stay.

Additional Features
This pet-friendly hotel also features a business center, coin-operated laundry facilities, continental breakfast, and complimentary parking. With North Carolina State University and the RBC Center nearby, this hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Book your stay at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Raleigh Southwest now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

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

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 766 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 8.91
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Kaysia J. Williams • solo_traveller • us
10
Great stay!
Pros:

Very clean and spacious room. Staff was polite and welcoming.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Nathaniel • extended_group • us
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Clinton • extended_group • us
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • solo_traveller • us
10
The staff was super sweet and friendly!!
Pros:

Right off the interstate! Quiet location!

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • family_with_children • us
10
Unforgettable time in Raleigh.
Pros:

I absolutely loveee the oatmeal and we all love the breakfast.

Cons:

We love everything about our stay.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Jasmin • family_with_children • de
10
Mega Hotel
Pros:

Super schönes Zimmer und sehr groß. Der Pool war auch gut. Jade am Check-In war total lieb und hat uns sehr freundlich empfangen. Frühstück und Kaffee waren super. Es liegt toll zwischen Bäumen.

Cons:

Es war alles bestens! Wenn ich etwas nennen müsste, wäre die Klimaanlage etwas zu laut und ein paar mehr Handtücher wären toll gewesen aber wir hatten auch keine Lust extra welche zu holen. Also nichts Nennenswertes

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Lori • couple • us
9
Pros:

It was a great location, quiet,clean, and the desk staff were friendly and helpful.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Amelia • solo_traveller • us
10
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Sally • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Michiko • couple • us
10
Friendly staff, clean rooms and facility. Great value!
Pros:

Friendly staff

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Andrienne • couple • us
10
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Polk • solo_traveller • us
10
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willodean • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Woodson • couple • us
10
It was very relaxing. I enjoyed my stay. The bed was very comfortable. Everything was very nice. We
Pros:

Breakfast was great. Staff was fantastic. We had a great time at this hotel. Thanks for everything. I’ll be back.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • couple • us
10
Pros:

I thought the breakfast was great if I stayed again I would most definitely like a front view, price could be a tad lower, beds were comfortable plus pillows and carpet was clean.

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Heather • family_with_children • us
10
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Nicolas • extended_group • ca
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Christina • couple • us
8
Will stay again when I travel to go to a concert. Very convenient and easy to stay at.
Pros:

It was convenient to Coast Carolina Amphitheater and easy on and off from I-40, but no traffic noise at all. Very nice staff, and clean. On smaller size but quite new appearing and clean.

Cons:

The breakfast was predictably "hotel" in what they served, and because it was Sunday morning overloaded with kids. Had coffee on bench in the small lobby area, then went back in after the crowd thinned.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • couple • us
10
Everything I could have hoped for! Hotel and room top quality and quality t started with Jade at the front desk!
Pros:

Everything!

Cons:

The fan in the room was noisy

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Travis • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee