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Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

2.5 star property

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Free buffet breakfast
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Fitness facility
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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2516 Guess Rd, Durham, NC, 27705
  • Place, Northgate Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Life and Science
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Tub) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Durham

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG places you within a short walk of Northgate Mall and within a mile (2 km) of Duke Homestead. This 79-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Northgate Mall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Duke Homestead - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Museum of Life and Science - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Duke University - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 6 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

At Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free area shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect 37-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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

  • 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 (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available

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
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 welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay
  • Pet weight must not exceed 50 lbs per pet
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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 deposit: USD 75 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

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

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 select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG on Jun 21, 2026 start from $129, including 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 see close to Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

This hotel is located in Durham, a short 14-minute walk from Northgate Mall and also 19 minutes on foot from Duke Homestead. You'll also find Durham Performing Arts Center and Museum of Life and Science within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have a casino?

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, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet as well as an outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have a hot tub?

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

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

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG offers free buffet breakfast though there is no restaurant.

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

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. A deposit of USD 75 per stay is collected.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have connecting rooms available?

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

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 18 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

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

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 586 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1006 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Hotel and room were exceptionally clean and the staff were gracious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

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Everything was great! Room was clean and staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful. Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pet friendly. My only wiah was better AC/heating in the bedrooms. Breakfast and hotel staff were amazing. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place..convienient location..clean and quality breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Room was clean, staff was courteous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

onesha

Courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was large, nicely furnished, and spotless. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very personable, polite, and helpful. Room was clean and well stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean… front desk friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel and room were very clean and staff very courteous. Breakfast was also good and nice variety.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love my stay , great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sirely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, nice breakfast and convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Iyad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at 12:25am. We were welcomed warmly and it was a very nice and pleasant check-in. The staff member that checked us in was so great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff excellent breakfast. Clean room great linens
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tashanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Amenities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and we felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast choices and it was good!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Olynthea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast good was good and everyone was so nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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