Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Illinois State University

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Exterior
Property amenity
Bar (on property)
Property amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec

Explore the area

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8 Traders Cir, Normal, IL, 61761
  • Place, Illinois State University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Illinois Wesleyan University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Grossinger Motors Arena
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard King Room With Communications Accessible Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Comm Access King Standard Room with Tub

  • Sleeps 2

Comm Access Queen Standard Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Comm Access Queen Standard Room with Tub

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Queen Room With Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Normal

Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG places you in the heart of Normal, within a 10-minute walk of Illinois State University and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Redbird Arena. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. A meeting room, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Normal hotel, you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Normal Theater and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Children's Discovery Museum.

What's nearby

  • Illinois State University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Redbird Arena - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Illinois Wesleyan University - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Grossinger Motors Arena - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Uptown Station - 9 min drive
  • Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG

Hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Illinois State University
Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG also features a vending machine, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Normal hotel is smoke free.

  • 158 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG offers 158 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Normal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 8 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • 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.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (99 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (104 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 4 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 15 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, a security system, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Radisson Normal

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG?

Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG?

As of 22 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG on 24 Dec 2025 start from AU$186.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is offered on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7 AM - 9 PM.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Bloomington - Normal by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 526 out of 937 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 937 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 937 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 937 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 937 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant front desk and housekeeping was very accommodating. Problem was , there is no ‘closing time’ for the pool. People loud and inconsiderate til 3 am. Rooms with no outside windows and adjacent to the pool suffered no sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, and quiet property. Pleasant and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 2 night stay. Did have several incidents of TV not working. Staff came 4 times and finally got TV to work properly. Was impressed with staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall hotel was clean. Could use brighter lighting in rooms. Super dark in the room and especially in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JACOB

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Compared to the Econolodge, it was much better. The hotel needed more staff. I was happy with this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deron

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jozette hotel on our way home cause they had a bar at the hotel looking to watch Monday Night Football. The barmaid was very friendly and very courteous however, she had no clue what Monday night football is took forever to get the TVs changed. She was overworked and needed a minimum of one additional probably two additional people to keep up with everything did not at all raise an issue because she was trying her best. Couldn’t seem to get a game on the four TVs custom we weren’t happy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina, Brooklyn

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

8/10 Good

Kara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy highway access and staff was helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was clean, quiet great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and extremely clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kafi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Hotel Stay

The hotel was close to my son's college campus. It was also close to stores and restaurants. The room was clean but the bed was uncommon so I didn't sleep very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room very old with no window to outside. Lighting in room very bad and bathroom small and dark. It was clean though which was appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonja

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was right off the highway easy to find. The staff was nice and friendly very knowledgeable. I really didn't have to go out to eat. They had their own restaurant. But when I did go out everything was close and convenient. The rooms were nice and comfortable and housekeeping was very nice and friendly and came and clean my room for the duration stay I was there. Overall that was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shawana

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

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The server at breakfast was very friendly. I hate I didn’t get her name. Just know it’s not continental .My only issues were when I called the desk, it rang for a long time and when someone did answer, I was on hold for forever that I forgot I was on hold. My room had a shower but it didn’t work. Gratefully I’m able to sit in the bath tub as there were no safety rails. Then I wasn’t able to get any sleep the 3 nights I was there because the air conditioning unit was so loud; going on and off every few minutes. The King sized bed and pillows were quite comfy though. Lastly…. No lightening! The bathroom was dark so I had no idea what my makeup would be like until I stepped outside to check it while in my car. The light illuminated from behind the mirror. That was very disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was nice and the bed was comfortable. It was quiet and easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lydia, Colorado Springs

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I made a reservation for my parents for a roll in shower because my mother is in a wheelchair. When they arrived, they were told that a room like this was not available. How do you expect her to take a shower? We booked the specific shower for that reason. They eventually “found” a room with the roll in shower but not after them sitting there a while after a long day of traveling. I would expect better from this established hotel chain but Holiday Inn Express in general has about a 25 % rate with my mom and dads roll in shower rooms of getting it right. Maybe it’s time to find them a different chain……..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Randall

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff was friendly and helpful. Standard room seemed very small, as if hotel was designed for an urban setting, rather than at edge of a town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Disliked: Amenities
The room floor was all wet in front of the air conditioner. Hotel seemed out dated. Definitely not worth the $176/night fee.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025