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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers find their perfect balance at this Carbondale hotel, where the indoor pool offers relaxation and the 24-hour gym provides an energizing workout.

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Holiday Inn Carbondale-Conference Center blends comfort with practicality. Enjoy the indoor pool, sun loungers, dry cleaning, 24-hour gym, terrace, attentive staff, and free in-room WiFi for a connected, hassle-free stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Sleeps 2
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds

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(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Carbondale is home to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG. Crab Orchard Golf Club and Stone Creek Golf Club and Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Banterra Center. Visit our Carbondale travel guide
Map
2300 Reed Station Parkway, Carbondale, IL, 62901

What's nearby

  • Southern Illinois University
    Southern Illinois University
    6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Southern Illinois Healthcare
    2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • African American Museum of Southern Illinois
    3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • John A. Logan College
    5 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
    6 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station
    7 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Casey's
    4 min drive
  • Panera Bread
    4 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    4 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG

Hotel near Southern Illinois University
Located close to Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and Banterra Center, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall, and a computer station
  • A vending machine, free newspapers, and laundry services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 55-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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)

Business services

  • 2,799 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 25 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 25 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–10 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 35 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 25 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG located?

Situated in Carbondale, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Southern Illinois University, Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, and Banterra Center. Crab Orchard Golf Club and John A. Logan College are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carbondale - University Area by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 673 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 673 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 673 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 673 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 673 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Edward

Overall the property was pretty clean. Bathrooms seemed old and dirty with a lot of grime build up. Staff were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well taken care of. Breakfast was amazing. Staff was on top of everything!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very easy check in . nice room very courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was thrilled to have a walk in shower. Our main concerns were the mattress could be softer, the toilet should be taller + the level of noise with a toilet flush does not allow people to sleep through it - it is way too loud. We did feel the condition went downhill a bit from the previous year. Otherwise it met our needs. The staff was great this year!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Mahoney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and helpful front desk staff. Room ready and clean,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean rooms, awesome beds and pillows!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. We had courteous staff, clean room, and excellent full breakfast (recently added). We had no problems. We were coming and going at all hours but there was always someone on duty to great us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very friendly from the moment we walked in. The place was very clean. The breakfast that was included was surprising. I did not expect the variety that was offered for a smaller location. Would stay at again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was very nice in size and clean. Fresh towels and service each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rashon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great , friendly, and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok facility. Good parking, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The first room we had the bathroom had not been cleaned was dirty with hair in the tub and on the vanity counter I could tell this hotel was no longer owned by a local couple since my last stay It was a Holiday Inn Suites and Conference center now just a Holiday Inn Express I was also given wrong quote originally on their military, senior and bereavement rate when I initially inquired. The breakfast buffet was decent and most of the staff seemed cordial May or may not stay there again when in Southern Illinois
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was so kind and welcoming. The room was awesome and super comfy. Breakfast just had fruit and boxed items, warm foods would be a nice touch with all the nice renovations. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in staff was amazing ! Super friendly and helpful with suggestions where to find food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness
It was SUPER CLEAN!! 😁 That’s the most important thing to me. Staff was helpful and courteous, though I wouldn’t have noticed if the room had not been SUPER CLEAN!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Abdiel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and spacious. Staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and close to several food options. Staff were friendly, and check in was quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and easy and staff was very kind
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tomasz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff, excellent location, hotel needs paint job and refreshing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Awesome all I can say

Amazing stay, quiet and safe location. Minutes from Walker’s Bluff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

BRENDA

Room has recently been updated.. had my 5 lb dog.. only charged $25.. another hotel wanted $75..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great staff. The free breakfast was also good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly new facility, nice room. Very clean. Staff was very friendly. The only issue I had was that you can hear everything in these rooms. Through the door and the walls, in the hallway and neighboring rooms. Other than that we were very pleased!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025