Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

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

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2 Main St, Durham, NH, 03824
  • Place, University of New Hampshire
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Betty and Barney Hill Archive
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lundholm Gymnasium
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

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

About the neighborhood

Durham

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG places you within a leisurely stroll of University of New Hampshire and Smith Chapel. This hotel has 67 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • University of New Hampshire - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Smith Chapel - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Betty and Barney Hill Archive - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lundholm Gymnasium - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hampton Beach - 28 min drive - 22.2 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 18 min walk
  • Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Holloway Commons - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tideline Public House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Libby's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Hotel in Durham with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a computer station, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include 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 self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

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
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Designated smoking areas
  • No plastic drinking straws

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • 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:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Durham Holiday Inn Express
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel Durham
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Durham Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

As of Dec 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG on Dec 24, 2025 start from $84.0, 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's there to do around Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

This hotel is located in Durham, a short 10-minute walk from Smith Chapel and also 16 minutes on foot from Betty and Barney Hill Archive. You'll also find Woodman Institute and Lundholm Gymnasium within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking is also available. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG feature a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a café and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its cafe.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG is Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.), which is 8.8 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional), which is located 25.6 mi away (44-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG.