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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Truman State University in Kirksville

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Meeting facility
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2523 South Franklin St., Kirksville, MO, 63501
  • Place, Truman State University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, A.T. Still University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Thousand Hills State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kirksville, MO (IRK-Kirksville Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, Accessible (Mobility)

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

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

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kirksville

Near the airport.You'll find Truman State University and A.T. Still University within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Thousand Hills State Park is 3.1 mi (5.1 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Truman State University - 16 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A.T. Still University - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Thousand Hills State Park - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Long Branch State Park - 26 min drive - 34.5 miles
  • Maples Repertory Theatre - 30 min drive - 39.5 miles

Getting around

  • La Plata Station - 15 min drive
  • Kirksville, MO (IRK-Kirksville Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Colton's Steak House & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Scooters Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG

Hotel near Truman State University in Kirksville
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 830 square feet (77 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG also features a terrace, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This Kirksville hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 830 sq ft of conference space
  • 77 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2017
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers.

This Kirksville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (41 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

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

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • 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 fee: USD 50 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Kirksville University Area Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Kirksville University Area
Express Kirksville University
Holiday Inn Express Suites Kirksville University Area
Holiday Inn Express Suites Kirksville University Area by IHG

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG is 6.5 mi (10-min drive) away from the Kirksville, MO (IRK-Kirksville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG on Jul 12, 2026 start from $139, 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 Kirksville - University Area by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG to downtown Kirksville?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG is 1.6 mi away from Kirksville.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kirksville - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 405 out of 540 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 540 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 540 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 540 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 540 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, updated facilities and plentiful breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, clean hotel with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and spacious rooms. Good breakfast with lots of tables to eat at.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Building, pool and room were all very clean. Parking was great. Dairy Queen was right next door, which my kids loved.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large room, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was wonderful and our room smelled very clean when we arrived!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Qun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, very easy to park and close to the schools
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast. Clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was polite and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean and comfy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very clean and the staff is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel was broken for a day and a half.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with a delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Binu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place to stay in Kirksville!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Allie

Clean and nice breakfast with good front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Myron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Every staff there was extremely nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is in excellent condition, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Binu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff are always so nice here. Great place to stay when visiting!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is incredibly nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Faheem

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean and breakfast were acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

Best stay in Kirksville

Very comfortable beds and spotless rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024