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Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Duke University in Durham

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Free buffet breakfast
Exterior
Exterior
Fitness facility
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobil Tub) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Durham

City center stay.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Durham hotel, you'll find Duke University and Northgate Mall. Duke Homestead and Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Northgate Mall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Duke Homestead - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Museum of Life and Science - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Duke University - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Duke Regional Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 6 min drive
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Hotel near Duke University in Durham
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. You'll find a business center 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 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 (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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 available

Check-out

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

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 lbs per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • 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 each accommodation. 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

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

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

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG is 18 mi (22-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG on Apr 12, 2026 start from $118, 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 Durham by IHG have an airport shuttle?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG offers free breakfast.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

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

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

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

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

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG is 2.5 mi away from Durham.

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 564 out of 981 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 981 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 981 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 981 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 981 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean… front desk friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at 12:25am. We were welcomed warmly and it was a very nice and pleasant check-in. The staff member that checked us in was so great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I ended up staying here by accident. I had booked the Red Roof but picked the wrong date and they were fully booked, so I last minute had to scramble for another pet friendly hotel in the area and found the IHG. Harrison was an absolute delight to deal with. I was very stressed out and was having a payment issue with my card. Harrison was patient and understanding as I dealt with the issues to pay the pet fee and the deposit. The room itself was great. Spacious, clean and new. The shower was lovely with very good water pressure. They also had really nice Dove soaps and shampoos/conditioners on the wall. The room also had a hair dryer, fridge and microwave. Breakfast was amazing, and well worth it. The eggs, bacon and sausage were all great. They had cereal, fruit, breads, milk, and juices. The area was pretty clean, and there's a nice field right beside the hotel for walking your dogs that is well lit and felt safe. I will absolutely be back as I travel to this area a few times a year. The only thing I disliked was the $75.00 pet fee, but that is a flat fee for both dogs, and was for up to 5 days. I do wish that it could be changed since I was just staying for one night, but I understand it can be hard to do so.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel and room were very clean and staff very courteous. Breakfast was also good and nice variety.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean friendly and quit
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Value for Money--Excellent Upkeep Should provide for at least a few bottled waters
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes! Great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARL, LUSBY

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krishnan, North Potomac

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An uneventful stay! Coffee machines not working is all. Staff very apologetic
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nothing notable. Everything was fine and met expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Darla

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Rooms were clean. Breakfast was hot and fresh. The staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Better pillows
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

L'Toya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and staff was nice upon check in/out. I believe the lady that cooked the breakfast name is Ms. Sherry she was super nice!! Even gave my family and me some muffins (packaged) to go! I would stay here again for sure!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025