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Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy free breakfast at this Middlesboro hotel

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, two sinks, and a large mirror.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, a desk, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1252 N 12th St, Middlesboro, KY, 40965
  • Place, Middlesboro Mall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine Mountain State Resort Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Mobil Roll-In Shower)

A modern bathroom with a walk-in shower, a large mirror, and a white sink with a dark countertop.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, two sinks, a large mirror, and a towel rack.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Mobil Roll-In Shower)

A modern bathroom with a walk-in shower, a large mirror, and a white sink with a dark countertop.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Mobil Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a TV on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a wardrobe.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge)

2 Queen Standard

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Qn Stndrd Comm Mobil Acc Roll In Shwr

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge)

2 Qn Stndrd Comm Mobil Acc Roll In Shwr

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Middlesboro

In Middlesboro .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Middlesboro Mall and 2 miles (3 km) of Cumberland Gap National Historical Park with a stay here. Bell County Historical Society Museum and Middlesboro Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Middlesboro Mall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cumberland Gap National Historical Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Middlesboro Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Pine Mountain State Resort Park - 15 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Indian Mountain State Park - 53 min drive - 47.6 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Crater City Coffee Co - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG

Enjoy free breakfast at this Middlesboro hotel
Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1184 square feet (107 square meters) and includes conference space. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Middlesboro hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1184 sq ft of conference space
  • 107 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG offers 59 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Middlesboro hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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 available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor 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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Portable shower seat
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 6.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 6.0 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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 Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG is 73.1 mi (103-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG?

As of Sep 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG on Sep 6, 2026 start from $153, 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 Middlesboro by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG to downtown Middlesboro?

Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG is 1.2 mi away from Middlesboro.

Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 575 out of 740 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 740 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 740 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 740 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 740 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am normally a Hilton traveler. I was very impressed with the Holiday Inn Express! I will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean and up to date. The beds were comfortable and easy to get into and out of. Their prices are reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to Cumberland Gap National Park. Was a quiet hotel. Our room looked out to a section of the hillside. Restaurants within walking distance and Walmart was across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly, responsive staff. Excellent breakfast- a great value. Quiet and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victor

The National Park close by
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was a National Park close by And a lot of restaurants and Walmart
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mallory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All staff were super friendly, the roll away crib they brought to us was literally a life saver, and the breakfast was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything. Hotel is clean amd the staff is very friendly. Good breakfast as well. The woman whonwhos the breakfast area is alway so sweet and helpful the 2x we've stayed here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, very friendly staff, excellent breakfast with gluten free options!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean.staff very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but the hotel was quiet, considering the amount of people that seemed to be there, very clean and the breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, good breakfast options.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean hotel with a very nice breakfast that offered a lot of different options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Great breakfast Staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shavonte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing guest they made it feel like home! Wonderful staff, amazing food . Great customer service ! I Highly recommend staying here. Most likely every-time we come down to visit family we will stay there.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Room was spacious, clean and the dove products in the bathroom were nice. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rubina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent, our stay was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very helpful; breakfast was good, well attended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great breakfast. Staff is very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lizette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for families that have students attending the local university.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025