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Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Duke University

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Free buffet breakfast
Exterior
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Explore the area

Map
2516 Guess Rd, Durham, NC, 27705
  • Duke University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Duke University Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Durham

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG puts you in the heart of Durham, within a 20-minute stroll of Northgate Mall and Duke Homestead. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Durham hotel include Duke University and Duke University Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Duke University - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Duke University Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Duke University Chapel - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium - 7 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Duke University
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG. Self parking is free.

This Durham hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and 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.

Languages

Arabic, English, Hindi, Spanish

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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 transport

  • 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
  • Free cot
  • 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 centre

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
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

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 and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay
  • Weight limit: 50 lb per pet
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the 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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Durham 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 Durham by IHG?

As of 21 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG on 29 Jun 2025 start from NZ$223.42, 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 Durham by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 873 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 873 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 873 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 873 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 873 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located close to Duke University
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
It was hard to check in. I had 2 names on the reservation so they told me I only had 1 room. After 30 minutes of trying to find a number
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bobbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lenita

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent stay. Bathroom was a bit dirty. But overall ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were there for a medical appt at Duke. The motel was close enough without a lot of traffic. The room was very clean. The staff was friendly, helpful and courteous. The breakfast would rival any restaurant meal. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and the property was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

8/10 Good

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine

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

2/10 Terrible

James

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
When they take a credit card for incidentals, they chg 75 and you don't get it back for 3 to 5 bus. days. VERY AVERAGE motel. You can find much better for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vert good chain hotel with above average free breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The respect to the customers
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Did not provide receipt.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to medical place I visited.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARVIN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rapid check in and out. 4th floor guest room offered less hallway foot traffic. Hotel staff were cordial and communicate effectively.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this property after a Duke basketball game. It was easy access via Uber to the game and back again afterwards. The room was nice and comfortable. The hotel was also quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Priyalakshmi

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024