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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
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Travelers experience Durham's energy at Holiday Inn Express Durham, an IHG Hotel. The day begins with a breakfast buffet, and guests stay connected with in-room WiFi. The outdoor pool offers relaxation, while vending machines provide quick snack options.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Tub) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Durham, Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG is in the city center and near the airport. West Point on the Eno and Fullsteam Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Museum of Life and Science and Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice, or consider a night out at Dean Smith Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
2516 Guess Rd, Durham, NC, 27705

What's nearby

  • Duke University - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Duke University Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Duke University Chapel - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Cameron Indoor Stadium - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Hotel near Duke University
At Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 79 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 37-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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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 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
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center

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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

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 available

Check-out

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

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 75 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 50 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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 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

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

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 75 per stay and a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Durham, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Northgate Mall and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Duke University. Duke Homestead and Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 925 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 925 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 925 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 925 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 925 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

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love my stay , great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff excellent breakfast. Clean room great linens
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sirely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, nice breakfast and convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel and close to Duke eye center
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iyad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a very delightful stay and the price was $70 less than the recommended lodging for my visit. Highly recommend. Particularly enjoyed the free breakfast, since they had turkey sausage and I am allergic to all mammal meat. Staff was delightful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Amenities
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained hotel and the breakfast is reasonably good. Everything as advertised and no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

VINCENT

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff, Very easy to access , lots of stores nearby, clean, safe and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff - even at the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
friendly staff, nice breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhasker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
it does good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

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

friendly

Front desk very nice and breakfast was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vibha

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything I was doing...visiting family and dining options
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Roberta

The holiday Inn express was clean and service fast and efficient. We were traveling with bikes and they allowed us to bring them into our room to assure safety
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

Holiday inn

Great room! Very spacious and clean and cheap! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Katrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was okay my kids enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, simple, if you come in at night, you do need to ring the door bell to get the front door open(9:30pm) which was fine and we were taken care of in check in quickly. Rooms clean and what you need. Breakfast had plenty of choices(even for gluten free folks there was Udi blue berry muffin and yougurt. eggs/sausage/cereal for others and coffee etc.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no one at the front desk when we checked in and we had to wait a while for someone to appear. The elevator was not functioning when we checked out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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