Holiday Inn Express Hotel Raleigh Southwest, An Ihg Hotel, Raleigh ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

3741 Thistledown Dr, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America, 27606

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Raleigh Southwest, An IHG Hotel, is nestled conveniently off I-40, providing accessible accommodations near local attractions. This smoke-free property features modern amenities conducive for both business and leisure travelers. Situated just minutes from NC State University, the hotel serves as a prime location for attending events at the nearby PNC Arena.

Location

Located about 15.5 miles from Raleigh-Durham International Airport, the hotel offers free self-parking and easy access to Interstate 40. Nearby attractions include the North Carolina Museum of Art and Lake Johnson Park, ensuring that guests can explore the vibrant culture of Raleigh. The hotel’s proximity to major corporations like Siemens and Cisco enhances its appeal for business guests.

Rooms

The hotel offers 108 guest rooms, including 29 suites designed for comfort and convenience. Rooms feature complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, 55-inch flat panel televisions, microwaves, and mini-refrigerators. Each guest room is equipped with a plush duvet and a pillow menu to ensure restful sleep.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy a complimentary Express Start Breakfast featuring a variety of hot and cold items, including eggs, breakfast meats, and signature cinnamon rolls. Breakfast is served daily, allowing guests to dine at their leisure before heading out for the day. Off-site dining options like Olive Garden and Starbucks are in close proximity for additional meal choices.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes an indoor heated pool and a fitness center equipped with modern exercise equipment. Business travelers can utilize a dedicated business center and meeting rooms totaling more than 1,500 square feet, complete with audiovisual equipment and complimentary Wi-Fi. Additional amenities include coin-operated laundry facilities to enhance guest convenience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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5 persons

3 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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3 persons

3 m²

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2 persons

3 m²

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City Center

Raleigh 3.5 mi

Airports

Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) 13.4 mi

Fayetteville Regional (FAY) 70.1 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

I loved the breakfast variety! Each day featured different delicious options, keeping our mornings exciting.view full review

Comfortable Beds!

The beds in our room were incredibly comfortable, making it easy for my family to get a great night's sleep.view full review

Inviting Pool!

The pool was a perfect temperature, and the hot tub was a relaxing bonus for unwinding after our busy days.view full review

Helpful Housekeeping!

Daily housekeeping kept our room clean and tidy, and the staff provided us with all the towels we needed.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Golf course

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Stores/Commercial services

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

3741 Thistledown Dr, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America, 27606

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3741 Thistledown Dr, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America, 27606

City landmarks

Parks

Pullen Park

2.6 mi

Museums

North Carolina Museum of Art

3.8 mi

2300 Main Campus Drive NC State Centennial Campus

Lake Raleigh

2100 ft

Watts Chapel

2700 ft

Church

Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

2800 ft

Harbor

Lake Johnson

5100 ft

Museums

Marbles Kids Museum

3.9 mi

Parks

Lake Johnson Park Upper Parking Lot

1.0 mi

Living Waters Full Gospel Baptist Church

1.0 mi

Boulevard Church

1.1 mi

Church

Saint John A.m.e church

1.2 mi

Saint Johns Church

1.2 mi

Parks

Lake Johnson Park

1.9 mi

Kentwood Park

1.5 mi

Jaguar Park Dr

Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center

1.3 mi

Johnson Lake Viewpoint

1.4 mi

Museums

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

3.8 mi

Church

Avent Ferry United Methodist Church

1.4 mi

University

North Carolina State University College of Engineering

1.8 mi

Miracle Temple House of Prayer

1.5 mi

Garden

WRAL Azalea Garden

2.2 mi

Primera Iglesia Pentecostal Unida

1.5 mi

First United Pentecostal Church

1.5 mi

Church

Western Boulevard Presbyterian Church

1.6 mi

International Community Church

1.6 mi

Local Church in Raleigh

1.6 mi

Religious Science Church of Raleigh

1.7 mi

Silver Lake Waterpark

1.8 mi

North Carolina Wesleyan

1.8 mi

North Carolina State University

1.8 mi

Nearby

Church

Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

1900 ft

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

6.3

Location

7.3

Service

8.7

Dining

7.0

Richard

United States of America, November 2023

6.8/10

The hotel room was perfect for me, especially with arthritis, as the handicap room with a sit-down shower was wonderful. Being on the 1st floor near an exit for our dogs was convenient. However, the odd-moving mattress and barely working hot tub jets were drawbacks. Additionally, the enclosed pool area had noisy kids, and the location lacked good restaurant options.

Rooms

7.0

I found the room to be great, especially with my arthritis. The handicap room with a sit-down shower was a wonderful convenience. However, the odd-moving mattress and barely working hot tub jets were a bit disappointing.

Service

8.0

The service was super welcoming and nice. They were very friendly and even accommodated a late check-out for us. However, not all staff members were particularly friendly, and calling the cops due to noise issues could have been handled better.

Location

6.0

The location was convenient being on the ground floor near an exit door, but the door slamming could get annoying. It was perfect for my visit, just off I-40, and easy to find. However, the lack of good restaurants in the area was a downside.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, better than some other hotels I've been to. However, the options were limited, and it ended earlier during the week.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent overall. However, the hot tub's barely working jets and the noise from kids in the enclosed pool area were a downside.

William

United States of America, October 2023

6.4/10

The hotel had a horrible smell in the rooms and the hot tub jets barely worked, but the friendly service and convenient location made the stay enjoyable. However, the lack of good dining options nearby was a downside.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms had a horrible smell and the hot tub jets barely worked. The location was not ideal as there were no good restaurants nearby.

Service

9.0

The service was friendly and the staff was respectful with great customer service.

Location

6.0

The location was not ideal with no good dining options nearby. However, it was easy to find and close to attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were limited, but the service was very nice.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were average.

Alexandra

United States of America, April 2023

8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was exceptional! The rooms were not only very comfortable and incredibly clean but also very spacious, providing a relaxing retreat away from the noise of the elevators. I loved the added touch of having a room service menu from a local place, allowing me to enjoy delicious lunches and dinners in the comfort of my own room.

Rooms

9.0

I found the rooms to be very comfortable and exceptionally clean.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with welcoming and friendly staff who went above and beyond to ensure all my needs were met. From dry cleaning to housekeeping, every request was handled with amazing efficiency.

Location

10.0

The location was absolutely lovely, surrounded by beautiful blooming flowers and boasting a clean entrance that set the tone for a tranquil stay. It was also conveniently located for my visit to North Carolina, making it easy to navigate around Raleigh and access NC State's campus.

Dining

7.0

While the dining experience was satisfactory with well-stocked and delicious options during breakfast, I found the overall hotel food to be somewhat standard, especially considering the price per night.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were great, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.