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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Heather • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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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
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Thonia • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Ron Clark • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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NorthFloridian2 • Solo travel • Florida
10
Awesome Stay!
Pros:

In summary, this hotel is in a perfect location for access and safety, the facility is modern, functional, and beautiful. It is only 15 min or so from the airport, which was important to me.The entire facility is kept spotlessly clean, and appropriate amenities are provided. some hotel have a nice lobby and dungeon looking hallways once you travel to your floor and room. This hotel has wide hallways through that are well lit. You feel safe in the halls and in the elevator. Rooms are spacious and my king included lounge seating. Staff are superb! Every one. Ree in the kitchen is a gem of personality and helpfulness. The food is so well prepared and presented that it rivals a restaurant offering. Food offerings seem to support any diet. I cannot say enough good things and wish is that all other hoteliers would learn something from this brand. I would stay there again in a heartbeat! I rely on reviews when I booked and that is how unselected this hotel. I hope that my review helps someone else.

2026-08-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Cockman • couple • us
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Cahit • couple • tr
9
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Krista • family_with_children • us
10
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Pros:

Their breakfast had so many options, including choices for GF, cardiac and diabetic diets. Everything fresh & cooked to perfection. Fresh ground coffee available 24/7. Staff was kind and helpful. Exceptionally clean & comfortable.

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • couple • gt
9
MUy buena experiencia
Pros:

Lo limpio y cómodo

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Amy • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Luis • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • us
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Quentin • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The rooms the breakfast good location a helpful front desk overall a good stay will be back

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • us
10
It was great!
Pros:

It was clean and up to date.

Cons:

I liked everything and I enjoyed my stay.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Tyra • couple • us
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Moiwo • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Everything Everything

Cons:

Everything

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Mary Ann • couple • us
9
comfortable stay with great breakfast and wonderful staff
Pros:

Breakfast was very good. including pancakes as well as eggs etc. The staff was very friendly and welcoming

Cons:

Needed location close to Coastal Credit Union and this was 20 minutes away.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee