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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
Property amenity
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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225 River Street, Alpena, MI, 49707
  • Place, Alpena County Library
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, River View

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

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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)
  • 200 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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

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 County Library - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Thunder Bay Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Laser Team Challenge - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Austin Brothers Beer Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Polish Corner - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 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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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
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. 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.

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.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 396 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Andre

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The „Welcome“ was not a welcome at all. Very rude stuff. Indoor Pool was „out of order“. Only after we asked for the pool they put a sign out. TV program was very limited. All these topics with a 4 year old girl is hard to accept. Probably never again even we know that the people Up North are a bit more „rough“ but this was a No No.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen, ann arbor

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were not comfortable, too soft. And the pillows were terrible, one super firm and one felt like 1/2 the feathers were gone. Area around was fine but staff was not welcoming at check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Terry

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was excellent in every way. However, the charge was $20 more than the Expedia rate. When questioned, the desk clerk indicated that the extra was due to Expedia, so the rate was the full rate of the hotel. Very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lauri

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Candice

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

Convenient and Easy Stay

Family friendly and convenient location. The Holiday Inn Alpena is close to restaurants and the local parks and is in the heart of Downtown Alpena. The room amenities are basic and meet the daily needs. Shampoo and soaps were all Dove products. One area I would like to see improvement is the beds. They are medium firm yet left me with a back ache. The top blankets are duvet and it’s shifts in your sleep. The hot breakfast was nice and met all our needs for our family of 6. The food staff worked hard to ensure items stayed stocked. The employees we interacted with were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great hotel with an unprofessional manager

Daytime manager demeanor is off-putting. I reserved a 2 night weekend stay. Upon check-in, I asked to cancel the second night. The evening clerk said that I would need to contact Hotels.com to do this as that is how I reserved my stay. I did so and they contacted the hotel and issued me a refund. The next am, when I turned in my keys, I was confronted by the manager saying I was still registered for the second night. I explained that I had cancelled via Hotels.com as instructed the evening before. I also showed her the emails from Hotels.com showing that the cancellation was done and a refund issued. She kept saying, “but in our system you are still here for another night. I explained that I’d done what I was asked to do by the evening check in host and couldn’t explain why it was still in their system, particularly with th the confirmation and returned partial payment. She then said, “ well, good luck with that “ as though she doubted my effort to cancel would be successful. Normally, I wouldn’t care about a conversation like this but with several family members living in the area and many relatives who have come into town for funerals recently, this manager’s unprofessional behavior and dismissive approach are reaching legendary status. It’s a shame because the hotel is very new, nice and serves a good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gaylene

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Brimfield

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

ARIELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like this hotel and I’ve stayed here every time I come back to my hometown. But I can tell that the attention to cleanliness and upkeep is severely beginning to lack. Please don’t turn into the old Holiday Inn/Ramada. Breakfast is fantastic and staff is kind enough…but I can tell that they don’t care much about the guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

RON

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
People above me were noisy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Brimfield

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
New and clean. Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandy

Traveled with family and small children
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

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean,quiet,comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024