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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh Sw Nc State by IHG

3741 Thistledown Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606 US near Exit 295 on I-40 (~0.2mi)

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2.5 Star Property In Raleigh (Southwest Raleigh)

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4.0/5

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Free wired internet
Free WiFi
Number of indoor pools - 1
Stair-free path to entrance
Free breakfast to go
Free breakfast
Smoke-free property
Free self parking
Fitness facilities

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12/12/2025 - 12/13/2025

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Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh Sw Nc State by Ihg

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:

"Clean, efficient, very welcoming."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Warmly greeted, staff responsive and polite. Very nice property.

William R. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

31-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Aug 28 to Fri Aug 29 2025 at a $185.99 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 05-Sep-2025:

Hello William, Thank you so much for the five-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you felt warmly greeted and found our staff to be responsive and polite. It's also wonderful to know that you enjoyed our property. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.Sincerely, Crystal PaigeGeneral Manager

"Excellent"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Nice big clean comfortable rooms. Consistent throughout the chain. Will always look here first.

Kenneth H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

24-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 22 to Sun Aug 24 2025 at a $156.50 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 27-Aug-2025:

Hello Kenneth, Thank you for this wonderful review! We're delighted to know you had a great stay and found your room to be clean and comfortable. It means so much to our team that you will always look here first, and we can't wait to welcome you back again soon!Best Wishes, Crystal PaigeGeneral Manager

"Fabulous Beakfast Bar!"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Fabulous breakfast bar!

Ann B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

17-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Aug 14 to Fri Aug 15 2025 at a $204.97 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 21-Aug-2025:

Hello Ann, Thank you so much! We're thrilled you enjoyed our breakfast bar. We look forward to seeing you again soon!Best Wishes, Crystal PaigeGeneral Manager

"Perfect stay as always!"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Everything was amazing and it made our daughter going off to college much more comfortable. Breakfast was delicious especially the biscuits and gravy!

Jennifer B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

15-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Aug 13 to Fri Aug 15 2025 at a $184.97 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 18-Aug-2025:

Hello Jennifer, Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback. We're honored we could play a small part in such a big milestone for your family. We are so glad we could make your daughter's move to college a bit more comfortable and that you enjoyed our breakfast, especially the biscuits and gravy! We wish your daughter all the best in her new adventure and hope to see you again on your next visit to Raleigh.Best Wishes, Crystal PaigeGeneral Manager

"Wonderful Room"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Everything was great!

Diane M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

23-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 20 to Mon Jun 23 2025 at a $144.00 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 26-Jun-2025:

Hello Diane M., That's wonderful to hear! We're so glad you had a great experience. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback!Sincerely,Crystal P.General Manager

"Nice place."

Overall Score3.0/ 5

Our room was clean and nice. The staff was awesome!

Janet C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

21-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 18 to Thu Jun 19 2025 at a $193.20 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 26-Jun-2025:

Hello Janet C., Thanks for your feedback! We're really glad to hear you found your room clean and nice, and that our staff made a great impression. We appreciate your 3/5 rating and hope to welcome you back again soon!Sincerely,Crystal P.General Manager

"Excellent Stay!"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Very nice location to NC State. Very nice room size, and clean.

Jerry C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

17-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 16 to Tue Jun 17 2025 at a $161.70 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 23-Jun-2025:

Hello Jerry C.,Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and found our location convenient for NC State, along with a comfortable and clean room. We hope to welcome you back again soon!Sincerely, Crystal P. General Manager

"Staff is amazing and very clean."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Thank you for making my stay super comfortable.

Ryan M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

15-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jun 10 to Thu Jun 12 2025 at a $198.99 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 23-Jun-2025:

Hello Ryan M., Thank you for providing feedback about your recent stay. I am pleased to hear we helped make your stay comfortable. We look forward to seeing you soon!Sincerely, Crystal P. General Manager

"Wonderful Stay"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Excellent stay, once again.

Jennifer L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

12-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 11 to Fri Jun 13 2025 at a $100.91 average nightly rate.

"Great !"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

A+

Dean S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

02-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Apr 30 to Thu May 01 2025 at a $218.00 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 07-May-2025:

Hello Dean S.,Thank you for your recent stay at our hotel. We appreciate the feedback you have provided from your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back should you visit Raleigh again. Sincerely, Crystal P. General Manager

"Great stay! Clean hotel."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

This was a great place to stay!

Barrington S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

30-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Nov 27 to Sat Nov 30 2024 at a $149.00 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 04-Dec-2024:

Hello Barrington S.,Thank you for your recent stay at our hotel. We appreciate the feedback you have provided from your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back should you visit Raleigh again.Sincerely,Crystal P.General Manager

"Very Comfortable"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Lovely bed and pillows.

Elspeth B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

29-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Nov 27 to Fri Nov 29 2024 at a $134.04 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 04-Dec-2024:

Hello Elspeth B.,Thank you for providing feedback about your recent stay with us. We appreciate you taking the time to write a review about your experience. I am glad to hear you enjoyed a good night's rest with the bed and pillow selections we have here at the hotel. We look forward to your next stay with us!Sincerely,Crystal P.General Manager

"Good Place to Stay"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Good location, friendly staff, breakfast is good and it's quiet.

Hafez H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

21-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 17 to Wed Jun 19 2024 at a $170.00 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 27-Jun-2024:

Hello Hafez,Thank you for providing feedback about your recent stay at our hotel. We appreciate you choosing our hotel for your overnight lodging. We look forward to your next stay.Sincerely,Crystal PaigeGeneral Manager

"Easy in Easy out."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

I needed a place to sleep for the night. North Raleigh early AM appointment after a long drive. Holiday Inn Express was reasonably priced and had top notch accommodations. Will definitely return next trip.

John F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

13-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 12 to Thu Jun 13 2024 at a $229.00 average nightly rate.

Response from Management on 17-Jun-2024:

Hello John F.,Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review about your recent stay with us. We appreciate you choosing our hotel and look forward to your next stay with us. Sincerely,Crystal PaigeGeneral Manager

Summary of Verified Reviews

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Property Description

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG in Raleigh (Southwest Raleigh), you'll be a 3-minute drive from North Carolina State University and 8 minutes from North Carolina State Fairgrounds. This hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Raleigh Convention Center and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Lenovo Center.

A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 108 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 55-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lake Johnson - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
North Carolina State University - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
James B. Hunt Jr. Library - 3.6 km / 2.3 mi
WRAL Azalea Gardens - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
North Carolina State Farmers Public Market - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
William Neal Reynolds Coliseum - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Dorothea Dix Park - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Crossroads Plaza - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Pullen Park - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Raleigh Brewing Company - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Meredith College - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Historic Yates Mill County Park - 5.7 km / 3.6 mi
Raleigh Little Theater - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
J.C. Raulston Arboretum - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Amb Day Spa - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi

The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State by IHG is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 20.8 km / 12.9 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Raleigh? This hotel has 1152 square feet (104 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.

Green Sustainability

As part of IHG Greener Stay program, IHG Reward club members can opt out of housekeeping service and changing their linens during their stay for bonus points to be added to their account.

Amenities / Features

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Meeting rooms
Conference space size (meters) - 104
Free wired internet
Television in common areas
Free WiFi
Number of hot tubs - 1
Braille or raised signage
Number of indoor pools - 1
Assistive listening devices available
Picnic area
Wheelchair accessible parking
Internet access - wireless
Fireplace in lobby
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
Free breakfast to go
Luggage storage

Number of buildings/towers - 1
Total number of rooms - 108
Number of floors - 4

Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Professional property host/manager
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Events/parties not allowed
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

Express check-out
Free breakfast
Coin laundry on site
Business center
Multilingual staff
24-hour front desk
Daily
Barbecue grill(s)
Smoke-free property
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Laundry facilities
Free self parking
Conference space
Fitness facilities
Computer station
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
ATM/banking
Conference space size (feet) - 1152

Airport & Shuttle Information

RDU International airport is locate 13.75 miles from the hotel.

Local Shuttle Info: We do not have a shuttle.

Breakfast Information

We offer our hot breakfast bar daily for all our guests featuring our famous cinnamon rolls.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Ou pet policy entails a nightly pet fee of $30.00 per pet

Parking Info

We do not charge for parking. At this moment we are limited to standard sized vehicle parking.

Internet / WiFI

Our location offers complimentary wireless and wired (in room only) internet with each room/suite.

Misc Fees / Policies

Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Cleaning Policies

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

Essential workers only - NO

About Holiday Inn Express

Free Express Start Breakfast
Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
Free high-speed internet service in every room
eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Hotel Rate Trends at Holiday Inn Express & Suites of Raleigh at Ncsu

The chart above shows averages of prices for both group/meeting quotes and the best individual traveler rates our rate checker could find at the time the group/meeting offer was entered. The most competitive group deal shown is 12.4% in September 2023 and the highest average individual rate is $204 in the month of December 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Holiday Inn Express & Suites of Raleigh at Ncsu in a month when rates are lower.