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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near North Carolina State University

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Exterior
Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility) | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Indoor pool
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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3741 Thistledown Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27606
  • Place, Lake Johnson
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina State University
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Lenovo Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility) | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications) | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Raleigh

Located in Southwest Raleigh, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as North Carolina State University and Lake Johnson. This hotel has 108 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Lake Johnson - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • North Carolina State University - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Dorothea Dix Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Lenovo Center - 7 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Raleigh Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Asia Hot Pot - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Costa Grande - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near North Carolina State University
Guests of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
Guests can expect 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

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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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,152 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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 fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • 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, along with a car charging station.

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. 
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, 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:

  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 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

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

As of Dec 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG on Dec 28, 2025 start from $115.0, 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 see around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Southwest Raleigh within a short 15-minute walk of Lake Johnson. You'll also find North Carolina State Fairgrounds and Dorothea Dix Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG include a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 5:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), which is 12.9 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

No, at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 667 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Guowen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pizza
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berenice

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

Perfecto

Muy cómodo, limpio y el personal muy amable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

8/10 Good

Fatiha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean hotel. Very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Arnez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the Raleigh and Cary area. Breakfast had a great variety to choose from. What I didn’t like was limited parking. I would choose to stay at this hotel again and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley, GASTONIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to find
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Trinity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had nice staff and a good breakfast, easy parking, we enjoyed the gym the only thing that disappointed me was the hot tub was out of order when we were there but that wasn't their fault, overall a nice hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean and staff very friendly. The breakfast was superb
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Brittany, fincastle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wenonah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor pool would be nice..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic remodel - stayed here a couple years ago. The room remodel was great, clean, love the colors - love the Dove soap products in bathroom and the great air freshener/spa like smell in the hallways - the pancake machine was great - no messy cups to deal with and they were delicious! Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

BARRY

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

8/10 Good

Rob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Micheal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I was billed twice on my credit card and its still against my account as of 8/10/25. I was billed an extra pet charge even thro they were told i would only have the pet 1 day. I also thought sliding my final bill under my door very early in the morning kind of tacky.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
na
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shantiava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was really great even looks like they’ve updated a lot since the last time I was there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raina

Business traveler, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Left with bed bugs. Didn’t even get under blankets.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ismael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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