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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Alpena

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Exterior
Room amenity
Exterior
Fitness facility
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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225 River Street, Alpena, MI, 49707
  • Place, Alpena County Library
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Thunder Bay Theater
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

  • River view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

  • River view
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, River View (Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Living Area)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Alpena

Heart of Alpena.Within a 5-minute walk of this Alpena hotel, you'll find Alpena Civic Theater and Alpena County Library. Laser Team Challenge and Thunder Bay Theater are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Alpena Civic Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Alpena County Library - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Thunder Bay Theater - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joe's Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Austin Brothers Beer Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Polish Corner - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Alpena
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served. A terrace, barbecue grills, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Alpena hotel is smoke free.

  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG offers 85 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Alpena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 115 reviews
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The price is $136
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

Property 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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG is 7.4 mi (12-min drive) away from the Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG on Jun 7, 2026 start from $131, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Thomson Park and 1.7 mi (6-min drive) from Starlite Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG features an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG to downtown Alpena?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG is 0.2 mi away from Alpena.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 400 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love how clean the place was - our room was spotless and smelled clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great, clean room, polite staff and the breakfast had a good selection of food for me, my wife and my kids. I also appreciate the fresh ground coffee machine available at all times.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was super clean!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, easy access, good breakfast, friendly staff, and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was wonderful. Clean, staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

FRANK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean and staff very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was not as good as I've had in other IHG sites. The location is exceptional. You can get to anywhere in Alpena in a few minutes and you can wall to shops, cinema, and restaurants in a few minutes as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gaylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is right on the river and very convenient to downtown shops and restaurants. I would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is very walkable and a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MARIYN K.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, good breakfast options, and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel right near the river . We will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

BRADLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to go for a clean comfortable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in an undiscovered resort town in eastern Michigan. Nice places to visit with lots to see and do in an up and coming town for tourism.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the location on the river and the convenience of downtown Alpena.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love staying here Wish there was a hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome i will stay here the next time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how it was right on the river walk and convenient to everything we needed to be near. Very friendly staff and very accommodating to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was short, but comfortable & clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is close to our vacation destination. Clean properly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was very clean, up to date, and the staff was great!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Holiday Inn Alpena Michigan

Nice, clean and quiet hotel with comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located near downtown
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really good place to stay

Love my visit love the view room was very clean. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

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