Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Keene with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Indoor pool
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Fitness facility
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Free buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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175 Key Rd, Keene, NH, 03431
  • Place, Keene State College
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Main Street
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Keene

Within a short walk of Ashuelot River, Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Cheshire Children's Museum. This 80-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Keene State College - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cheshire Children's Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Historic Main Street - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Colonial Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Central Square - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Brattleboro Station - 30 min drive
  • Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel in Keene with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a business center, a microwave in a common area, and express check-in.
TVs come with satellite channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free newspapers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center

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 to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1989

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (110 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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, 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • 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 in and out are 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 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel KEENE
Holiday Inn Express Keene Hotel
KEENE Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Keene
Holiday Inn Express Keene Hotel Keene
Holiday Inn Keene

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

This hotel is located in Keene within a short 14-minute walk of Ashuelot River. You'll also find Historic Main Street and Cheshire Children's Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

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

Does Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

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

Does Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free buffet breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Does Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Does Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, at Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Keene Elm City Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 968 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 968 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 968 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 968 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 968 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Mansfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The smoke detector key going off in our room took awhile for staff to bring us a new battery was little communication we had to keep calling the front desk to get an answer
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simple, clean room near the university. We only stayed one night while on a road trip, so essentially just slept here, but felt safe and it served its purpose for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: the property Is very clean, bed comfortable, good water pressure, nice breakfast, friendly staff, pool. Cons: lighting in the rooms is AWFUL, the chairs in the room are very, very, uncomfortable, the desk isn't useable because it is so high and there is no chair other than one that you can't sit in because it pushes you out! I'm not kidding!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey, East Falmouth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and hotel. Nice breakfast. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiba

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

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay very nice place comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the breakfast was good… rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dingy, smelly blankets and sheets, dingy dirty shower. Broken door latch, doors slamming all house of the night. I really can't believe I had to pay over $200 for this room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

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

Not A 4 Star Hotel But 4 Stars For Value

One of the more affordable options in Keene, it was much better than we expected
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina, Methuen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised at how nice it is. Room was clean, spacious had a refrigerator and even a coffee machine. Free breakfast is included as well
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only complaint is the light leakage around the door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the rooms are newly remodeled so everything seems fresh and clean. Some placed I've stayed at have non-smoking rooms that smell like cigarettes bit not this one. The room's amenities and layout remind me of the Killington Grand Hotel in Killington VT. I also like that its a little around the corner from the busy business area so there's not a lot of traffic or noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room - friendly staff - convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in Clean hotel nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neysha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience but our only issue was that the sink was outside of the bathroom in the sleeping area other than that I would definitely recommend this hotel and stay again. The hotel was spotless and the breakfast was very good for what we paid for the room, 9 out of 10 just because of the wash hand basin location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025