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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Okemos - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Okemos with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Okemos - University Area offers a comfortable base near Michigan State University. Guests enjoy practical amenities like a to-go breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, free in-room WiFi, and attentive staff for a pleasant stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Room amenity

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
2350 Jolly Oak Road, Okemos, MI, 48864

What's nearby

  • Okemos Conference Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Michigan State University - 5 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Wharton Center - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Breslin Center - 9 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Spartan Stadium - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • East Lansing Station - 13 min drive
  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Okemos - University Area by IHG

Hotel near Michigan State University
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Okemos - University Area by IHG and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour gym. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, coffee/tea in the lobby, and 1 meeting room
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 112 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 350 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Okemos University Area Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Okemos University Area
Express Okemos University Are
Holiday Inn Express Suites Okemos University Area
Holiday Inn Express Suites Okemos University Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites Okemos University Area an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.

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

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

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

Situated in Okemos, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Okemos Conference Center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ferguson Park and Wonch Park. Okemos Village Historical Marker and College Fields Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 548 out of 686 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 686 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 686 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 686 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 686 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, good breakfast, nice updated place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a very safe location. Liked the set-up of the room as welll.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff, especially Harrison, were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Amenities
Great location!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, very clean well maintained. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was well stocked and the coffee was high quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most cleanest hotel I have stayed in, in a very long time…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean. The staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Nice setting, good area, clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and had a plug in for my car. The bed was comfortable and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great .Would stay again. Check in staff were super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candi

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

Fabulous!

Everything is always great at this hotel! Clean, friendly, comfortable, great breakfast, convenient, and walkable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a very nice hotel and the area around it was just as nice .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

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

Wonderful stay!

It was a wonderful stay! Very clean. Spacious room. Wonderful stay. Good location. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George and Pam

We stay here every time we travel through East Lansing. Excellent place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, helpful staff, gym and pool facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place — we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rannie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing in so many ways. Very Clean, No Smells of mold or water, Wonderful Staff very helpful, Nice Pool area and Gym, Lots of dinning options within walking distance, Pet Friendly, and Free on-site Parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location; helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Off the main road, but still pretty quiet. Plenty of food options nearby. Staff was super friendly and pleasant. Good breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, well maintained property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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