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Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Palestine with 6 hot tubs and free breakfast

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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Property amenity
Outdoor pool
Holiday Inn Express Palestine, surrounded by rural landscapes, offers a genuine retreat. Unwind in six spa tubs, stay fit at the 24-hour fitness center, or dip in the outdoor pool. Start each day right with a complimentary breakfast buffet.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Communications)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1030 E Palestine Ave, Palestine, TX, 75801

What's nearby

  • Anderson County Courthouse - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Davey Dogwood Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Green Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Redlands Hotel - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Texas State Railroad: Palestine Depot - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bird's Egg Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Queen St. Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ol' Magnolia Sandwich Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pint & Barrel Drafthouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG

Hotel in a rural location
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym at Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 6 hot tubs. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A gift shop, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 62 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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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

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 6 hot tubs
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 10 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per stay

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
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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel PALESTINE
Holiday Inn Express PALESTINE
Holiday Inn Express Palestine Hotel Palestine
Holiday Inn Palestine
Palestine Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Palestine Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 10 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Anderson County Courthouse, Green Park, and Palestine Community Theatre. Redlands Hotel and Davey Dogwood Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Palestine by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 576 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 576 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 576 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 576 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 576 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything went very well . delicious breakfast had a warm room even though ac was on..it didn't cool at the right temperature
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place for the weary traveler.

Excellent hotel, service, and staff. Great breakfast. Great location. Ample parking and nice pool are.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elfego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

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

Enjoyable Stay

Very easy checkin. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaTandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only complaint I have is the foyer area was rather warm.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice, Jenny took care of us! I always stay at this location when I’m visiting family!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really nice and the breakfast was great! Definitely booking here again for Christmas!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice, rooms were clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here several times. I like the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff, front desk and those working the breakfast area, were great. So friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean and spacious rooms. Great outdoor pool. Typical breakfast but much better than other Holiday Inns we’ve been to. Helpful and kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Personnel at front desk were excellent. Breakfast good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

The hotel was great. Only gripe was couldn’t get channel that plays the Astros Baseball game.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice stay

We were just wandering around looking at the wildflowers and decided to stay overnight versus driving home. Check in was easy. Check out was even easier Nice place and friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, good water pressure in shower! Pool water was a little dirty looking but we swam anyways. Overall nice place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mickey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Newer linens. Busy staff, friendly and helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff. I had a problem with my key card not opening. Staff was great to help get me in my room right away. The issue continued during my stay but maintenance came to fix the issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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

FABULOUS customer service

Staff was out of this world friendly and helpful. I have not seen this kind of customer services in years :) The most enjoyable stay in any hotel i've been in, in many years as well.. I will be staying here again and again when i'm in town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Palestine Holiday Inn Express

The overall cleanliness was not as other Holiday Inn Express locations. There were cockroaches in the room. The overall hotel had a rundown feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cy

Disliked: Staff & service
Age of 21 requirement not disclosed at booking. Could not check in and was not refunded.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. The room was clean. Everything worked. Keurig coffee, microwave/fridge, large TV and AC all worked great. Breakfasr was all you could want. Eggs, sausage, biscuits, bagels, toast, gravy, cereals, milk, coffee, pancakes. Just everything. If I am ever in Palistine again, I'll stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

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