Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG

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

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Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Exterior
Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
279 KADIRE DRIVE, Marion, NC, 28752
  • Lake James
  • McDowell County Courthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mission Hospital McDowell
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Walk-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Walk-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Marion

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG places you within a 10-minute drive of Pisgah National Forest and Glenwood Park. This 70-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • McDowell County Courthouse - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Mission Hospital McDowell - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Marion Greenway Trailhead - 11 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Lake James State Park - 14 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Linville Caverns - 41 min drive - 31.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Roma Restaurant Pizza Pasta - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG

Hotel in Marion with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, a meeting room, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, fans, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • 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.
  • Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to August.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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 Marion by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG?

This hotel is located in Marion, close to McDowell County Courthouse, Marion Greenway Trailhead, and Glenwood Park. Pisgah National Forest is also within a driving distance of 4.7 mi.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG have a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from June until August.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness facility plus some guestrooms include mountain views.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG have a hot tub?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG offers free continental breakfast on weekday mornings though there is no restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marion by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 228 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

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

8/10 Good

Jeanine

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

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

10/10 Excellent

Mira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. The front staff greeted you with a smile and genuine hospitality. This is the place I always come back to when traveling to Marion.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

rico

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

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

10/10 Excellent

Dyrrick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pretty mountain view from our window.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room! Very impressed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. Beautiful mountain view. Nice people. Gteat food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly, Newport

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and friendly! Beds were comfortable and room was clean! This is a fairly new hotel and it has a new style vibe. Also had an excellent breakfast! We had a beautiful view of the mountains from our room! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, friendly staff, and a good location. The sheets were soft and the bed was comfy. I’d recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was secluded, so little to walk to and no shopping nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tonya

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building is new but has some HVAC issues, we had to move rooms twice. My father stays here pretty often and hasn't had that issue so hopefully it's temporary. There were some weird mystery smell in the elevators, staff super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Nice interior. Very clean. Breakfast has been better in the past but still good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024