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Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Room amenity
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
BBQ/picnic area
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Wake up in the heart of the business district at Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA, an IHG Hotel, where you can shop on site or unwind with a book from the library. With amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services and barbecue grills, plus helpful staff praised by past guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hearing Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible (Communications)

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Wake Forest, Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG is in the city center and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Durant Nature Preserve and E. Carroll Joyner Park, while Wake Forest Historical Museum and Wake Forest Renaissance Centre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Polar Ice House or Millbrook Tennis Center. Practice your golf swing with lessons and a golf course nearby, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails.
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Map
12050 Retail Dr, Wake Forest, NC, 27587

What's nearby

  • Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Wake Forest Renaissance Centre - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Polar Ice House - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Wake Forest Farmers Market - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Falls Lake State Recreation Area - 17 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Raleigh Union Station - 24 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wegmans - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cook Out - Wake Forest - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG

Hotel in the business district
At Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG, you can look forward to shopping on site, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • An electric car charging station, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 81 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2011
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 80 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Wake Forest, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, E. Carroll Joyner Park, and Wake Forest Renaissance Centre. Wake Forest Farmers Market and Wake Forest Historical Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Candlewood Suites WAKE FOREST RALEIGH AREA by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 630 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 630 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 630 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 630 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 630 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ferlain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice and clean. Room was huge compared to all the other hotels we have stayed at recently!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the kitchenette area and full size refrigerator in room. Staff very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. No breakfast, though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has large comfortable rooms with kitchenette for a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reshmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent option for a work trip in the Wake Forest area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My overall stay was great. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Very clean, quiet. We were very pleased.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very pleasant stay. The staff was very friendly and helpful and the room was very clean. I would recommend this hotel to anyone who is interested and would be traveling and need a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great Room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. The room was very spacious. Complimentary washer and dryer. A big plus!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was nice, clean, convenient, and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Literally the best hotel I’ve stayed at so far
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was the cleanest most modern room i have used in a long time
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was disappointed their was no included breakfast and only one option within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fact how it had a stove and fridge . The room was very clean and the staff we encouraged super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

neal

Disliked: Staff & service
visit
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming

Very nice property! Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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