Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Alpena with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Property amenity

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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225 River Street, Alpena, MI, 49707
  • Place, Alpena County Library
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View (Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Living Area)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Alpena

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG places you within a 5-minute walk of Alpena Civic Theater and Alpena County Library. This 85-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Alpena County Library - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Thunder Bay Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Northern Lights Arena - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Old Polish Corner - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Austin Brothers Beer Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pompeyo’s Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nowicki's Sausage Shoppe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG

Hotel in Alpena with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a 24-hour business center, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG on Nov 30, 2025 start from $103.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

Located steps from Alpena Civic Theater, this hotel is in Alpena, and within a 10-minute walk of Alpena County Library and Laser Team Challenge. You'll also find Lake Huron and Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG have a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool and wedding services plus some guestrooms include river views.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG offers free buffet breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG is Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional), which is 7.4 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

No, at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.