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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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Welcome to our hotel, featuring a striking entrance with a covered area, surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens and a convenient parking area.
Relax by the pool with lounge chairs and a bench, surrounded by large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
Stroll through the serene outdoor space, surrounded by lush trees and shrubs, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
Two single beds with white linens, flat-screen TV, and kitchen amenities.
Indulge in a diverse selection of international cuisine at our buffet, featuring omelets, cheese, and more.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

Map
3741 Thistledown Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27606
  • North Carolina State University
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Raleigh Convention Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility) | Room amenity

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - twin
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Room amenity

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - twin
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Room amenity

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

Room amenity

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - twin
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Raleigh

At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Lake Johnson and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from North Carolina State University. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Southwest Raleigh hotel include North Carolina State Fairgrounds and Raleigh Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • North Carolina State University - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Raleigh Convention Center - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Red Hat Amphitheater - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • North Carolina State Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Lenovo Center - 9 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Raleigh is Ruckus Pizza & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 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
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1152 square feet (104 square metres) and includes conference space. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Raleigh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1152 sq ft of conference space
  • 104 sq. m of conference space
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG offers 108 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. 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 complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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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 self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible 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
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,152 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • 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
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • 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 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 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 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
On-site 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. 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.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

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

As of 2 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG on 1 Sept 2025 start from NZ$239.24, 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 Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary on-the-go brekkie is on offer weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG?

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

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 657 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Chelsey

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No gym as advertised. Pool was greenish blue, hot tub barely warm and so much chemicals it tarnished my jewelry and almost burned my eyes out. Great breakfast but nowhere to sit. Management put off contacting me until 2 days after I checked out. Do Not Recommend, go next door.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I walked and could smell the cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very friendly staff. Gym and pool were closed for renovations. Great location for NC State. Restaurant choice not very extensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excercise room was closed. Hot tub made my rings turn color
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gideon

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Duncan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

Friendly staff, nice room and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jamika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Appreciated the clean, modern interiors
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

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

10/10 Excellent

Rong Miao

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

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that everything was pretty close by and convenient and the indoor pool and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

10/10 Excellent

Gemini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really love the place clean and quiet also nice staff so friendly and helpful will come back for next visit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Review

Room was too close to elevators. Noise the entire time. A little annoying but all else was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeimi

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

10/10 Excellent

Kiana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay very clean hotel the staff was helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025