Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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Exterior
Exterior
Reception
Free daily buffet breakfast
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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6020 University Pointe Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28262
  • Place, Atrium Health University City
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Shoppes at University Place
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Tub)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Roll Shwr)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charlotte

Located in University City, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Topgolf and Shoppes at University Place. This 99-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Topgolf - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Atrium Health University City - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • CHS Teammate Health - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Shoppes at University Place - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Charlotte - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • McCullough Station - 12 min walk
  • Charlotte Station - 19 min drive
  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Guests of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG have access to an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
42-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Tempur-Pedic beds sport pillow menus and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include iPod docks, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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 and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Golf
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Tennis

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,600 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per stay

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 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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG?

This hotel is situated in University City, close to Concord Mills and Charlotte Motor Speedway. You'll also find PNC Music Pavillion and Shoppes at University Place within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG include a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a comfy mattress and free Internet access as well as an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG have a hot tub?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG is Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional), which is 9.6 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT), which is located 14.1 mi away (23-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte NE - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 741 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 741 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 741 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 741 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 741 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Courtney

Arrived at 6:15pm and rooms were not available as still being cleaned. I am fine with that, however staff at front desk was rude in relaying that information. Customer service is your only job!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for visiting UNC Charlotte!

Nice open area in lobby for business, relaxation and of course breakfast. Right down the road from Ikea and not far from UNC Charlotte campus.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spacious enough for all 5. Great view from 4th floor. Family friendly, great complimentary breakfast & coffee daily.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fine property and the 24/7 coffee machines were a nice benefit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tierra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

barney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Front desk woman needs improvement

Front desk women was unpleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

NATHAN

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

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some of the fixtures were falling off the walls.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast. The location was convenient for my purposes and the area was quiet. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chifawn

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

katrina

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

It was clean nice room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with great staff, clean room, enjoyed the stay….will stay here again next trip down to Charlotte
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Archie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very nice stay. I didn’t have any issues. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
only one elevator working ~great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, convenient and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025