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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG

2.5 star property

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A Holiday Inn Express sign with a building in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.
Pool
A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.
A hotel room with two beds, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with a view.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug

Explore the area

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130 Holiday Dr, Murphy, NC, 28906
  • Place, Hiwassee River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hiwassee Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

A bathroom with a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

A bathroom with a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a window.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A bathroom with a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

A bathroom with a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

A bathroom with a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Murphy

At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG you'll be steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Hiwassee River. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Murphy hotel include Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel and Chattahoochee National Forest.

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee River - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Hiwassee Lake - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 30 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ramsay's Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nathan's Famous - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG

Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG. Self parking is free.
  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Transfer shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

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 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 fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Murphy
Holiday Inn Express Murphy

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG?

As of 1 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG on 9 Aug 2026 start from NZ$234, 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 557 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 557 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 557 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 557 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 557 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, Clean, good breakfast, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was nice. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Good location to casino
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is in avery convenient area no views but clean safe and great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast menu was fresh, parking was safe and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, renovated rooms were great and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Timothy G

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was adequate but could use some upgrades , breakfast was helpful and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy check in & check out, decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet newer hotel - good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We got a suite with 2 queen beds and a fold out. The room was huge! We had so much room. The breakfast was also delicious! I would highly recommend this hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and close to historic downtown area. Great food places.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable, Spacious rooms, Free breakfast was delicious, would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff; good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints. Hotels wifi connection was terrible. About the only thing to speak on.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Excellent and good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024