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Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

2.5 star property

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A buffet with labeled food stations including omelets and cheese.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a rack of dumbbells.
Exterior
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern hotel lobby with green upholstered chairs, a wooden table, and a large floor lamp.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

Explore the area

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2516 Guess Rd, Durham, NC, 27705
  • Place, Northgate Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Duke Homestead
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Duke University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window with a view of trees.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window with a view of trees.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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
(50 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Durham

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG puts you in the heart of Durham, within a 20-minute stroll of Northgate Mall and Duke Homestead. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Durham hotel include Duke University and Duke University Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Northgate Mall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Duke Homestead - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Duke University - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Durham Performing Arts Center - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Research Triangle Park - 10 min drive - 17.3 km

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 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG. Self parking is free.

This Durham hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room cot
  • 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 centre

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
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

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 and check-out are available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay
  • Weight limit: 50 lb per pet
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

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

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 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
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, Diners Club, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Durham 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 Express Durham by IHG?

As of 6 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG on 6 Sept 2026 start from AU$159, 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 Express Durham by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a free local area shuttle, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and a very good breakfast!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A. Perfect good accomodations good location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jalen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for the price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean and comfortable, friendly staff with helpful dining suggestions in the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. It was exactly as expected
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, the staff was friendly, and the breakfast had a surprising number of gluten free items.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly front desk workers, room was clean and comfortable, and good selection at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn McCormick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and neat property staff was very friendly and helpful did not use amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Senita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for the price. Everything was clean and in order. The front desk person, although working alone, was very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. Everything was very good for a Holiday Inn Express. The breakfast was plentiful and there was coffee 24 hours. The room was clean and everything was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Hotel and room were exceptionally clean and the staff were gracious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. No issues with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy, quiet, clean. Amazing breakfast. Was difficult to find parking but we got in super late. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JILL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you would like and more. enjoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Wonderful hotel. Clean room. Amazing shower. Very quiet. Wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Room was clean and staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and cionvenent to the interstate.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful. Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, clean lobby, clean breakfast area and great selection for breakfast. Will definitely return. Easy access to Duke for any appointments. Less than 10 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place..convienient location..clean and quality breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pet friendly. My only wiah was better AC/heating in the bedrooms. Breakfast and hotel staff were amazing. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Room was clean, staff was courteous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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