Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Forest City hotel

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Free buffet breakfast
Exterior
Interior entrance
Property amenity
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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200 Holiday Inn Dr, Forest City, NC, 28043
  • Place, The Foundation Performing Arts and Conference Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tryon International Equestrian Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Lure
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

About the neighborhood

Forest City

In Forest City .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Forest City hotel, you'll find Rutherford Occupational Medicine and The Foundation Performing Arts and Conference Center. Forest City Golf Course and Trails to Tails Dog Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • The Foundation Performing Arts and Conference Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 14 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Lake Lure - 32 min drive - 25.5 miles
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 37 min drive - 27.7 miles
  • Tyger River Park - 54 min drive - 49.4 miles

Getting around

  • Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carolina Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬6 min walk
  • Starbucks

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Forest City hotel
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. A fitness center, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG. Self parking is free.

This Forest City hotel is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG offers 63 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided.

This Forest City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

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 registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
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. 

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 Forest City by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG is 60.3 mi (65-min drive) away from the Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG on Jun 15, 2026 start from $162, 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 Forest City by IHG have an airport shuttle?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG to downtown Forest City?

Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG is 2 mi away from Forest City.

Holiday Inn Express Forest City by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 520 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 520 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 520 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 520 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 520 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Delonte

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hospitality was great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith

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Wonderful breakfast, fast service when needing more towels
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet great location for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

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Our check in was quick and the room was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Nice, comfortable room and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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Nice staff, room and property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

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Great place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Larry

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Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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Extremely clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oliver

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Have stayed here multiple times - always a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

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Great place to stay!!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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Great staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great stay, front desk staff were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Demetria

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I really enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

MARY

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Very nice, staff and hotel were excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Maria Y

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We always stay here during our visits. Great rooms and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

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Great place to stay. Attentive staff, very clean, very comfy beds. No complaints whatsoever!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hope

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Very pleasant experience

Was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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Easy check in, out. Helpful staff. Attractive decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

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I loved the property's cleanliness, my room, and the breakfast.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the atmosphere and especially the breakfast with a to-go baggie to take to work.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025