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Express Inn

2.5 star property

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Restaurant
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Laundry room
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2393 FM 102, Wharton, TX, 77488
  • Place, OakBend Medical Center - Wharton Hospital Campus
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverfront Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Bend County Fairgrounds
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Eagle Lake, TX (ELA)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Wharton

Within a short walk of OakBend Medical Center - Wharton Hospital Campus, Express Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of Colorado River. This hotel has 45 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • OakBend Medical Center - Wharton Hospital Campus - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Riverfront Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Wharton County Junior College - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Fort Bend County Fairgrounds - 27 min drive - 30.8 miles
  • Matagorda County Birding and Nature Center - 43 min drive - 34.7 miles

Getting around

  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hinze's Country Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Express Inn

Guests staying at Express Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include a picnic area and a vending machine.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include sofa beds, coffee makers, and phones.

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Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wharton by IHG
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  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 414 reviews
$107 nightly
The price is $121
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wharton by IHG

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Express Inn Wharton
Express Wharton
Express Inn Hotel
Express Inn Wharton
Express Inn Hotel Wharton

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Express Inn?

Express Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Express Inn?

As of Feb 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Express Inn on Feb 27, 2026 start from 80.0, 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 can I see close to Express Inn?

This hotel is located in Wharton, close to Riverfront Park, 20th Century Technology Museum, and Dinosaur Park. You'll also find Colorado River and Eastgate Plaza within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Express Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Express Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Express Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Express Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Express Inn?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Express Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Express Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Express Inn offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Express Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Express Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Express Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Express Inn?

The closest major airport to Express Inn is Eagle Lake, TX (ELA), which is 25.1 mi away (41 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Express Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Express Inn.

Express Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 243 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan M.

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, good rest will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan M.

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plenty of parking, well lit parking lot, staff is nice,professional,polite. Rooms r clean&updated. Wrking washer/dryer. Rooms smell clean.not a noisy place. Have stayed many times, noticed mainly working class guests tgat are not noisy. Have had multiple stays since march 2025.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Edmond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Didn't partake in the breakfast. Went to Buc-ee across the street. Walmart was also close by.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Id you’re traveling for work, this place is ideal. Across from Walmart, next to buccees, working ice machine, comfortable bed and quiet. No frills but all you need for a good night sleep!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lydia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
THE LADY AT THE FRONT DESK DIDN'T TELL ME ANYTHING WHEN SHE GAVE ME THE KEY. NOT A WORD.. NOT WHERE THE ROOM WAS LOCATED.. CHECK OUT TIME.. BREAKFAST.. WIFI PASSWORD NOTHING.....
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Lady was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alan, Grand Prairie

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Place is a little dated but it served its purpose. Staff was great. Breakfast was a little lacking. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Crispin, Brownsville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and looks like it was recently renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan M.

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

juan manuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms, plenty of parking, well lit parking lot, very well maintained facility inside and outside. Working washer/dryer available.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with partner
Easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms are fairly clean. Good price. Right next to a Buccees . Some sketchy clientele…..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan M.

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay again

Front staff polite courteous and professional. Readily available when arrived and approached front window.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lupe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We chose this property because it was close to the wedding venue we attended. It was convenient to shopping and food. The room was clean but the beds were not comfortable. We only stayed one night so it was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

john

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yulanda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and fresh sheets
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not nice

Had to leave within 2 hours due to mold smell. The situation gave me a horrible headache and sinus problems. we left without checking out. I would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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