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9 / 10 Guest Rating

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Raleigh Southwest by IHG

3741 Thistledown Drive, Raleigh, us

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Raleigh Southwest by IHG - main view

About the Property

Convenient Location
Situated just 10 minutes outside downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Raleigh Southwest offers easy access to the city's attractions, including the North Carolina Museum of Art only 4 miles away.

Modern Amenities
Guests can enjoy the convenience of an indoor pool, on-site gym, and flat-screen TVs in every room. The rooms are equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, work desk, coffee maker, cable TV, and free Wi-Fi for a comfortable stay.

Additional Features
This pet-friendly hotel also features a business center, coin-operated laundry facilities, continental breakfast, and complimentary parking. With North Carolina State University and the RBC Center nearby, this hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Book your stay at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Raleigh Southwest now for a memorable experience!

Facilities & Amenities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

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Standard Room

This Standard room has air conditioning, microwave and cable TV. Room type is based upon availability and is assigned at check-in.

31 sqm
Sleeps 2
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioning

Standard Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$234.29

$187.43

Includes taxes & fees
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Standard King Room

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

31 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioning

Standard King Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$213.29

$170.63

Includes taxes & fees
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Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds and Single Sofa Bed

This suite features a sofa bed.

40 sqm
Sleeps 5
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioning

2 Queen Suite Single Sofa Bed

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$335.3

$268.24

Includes taxes & fees
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Standard Room with Two Queen Beds

The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

31 sqm
Sleeps 4
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioning

Standard Two Queen Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$220.21

$176.17

Includes taxes & fees
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King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a sofa, a tiled floor and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

31 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioning

Communication Accessible Standard King Room with Roll In Shower

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$213.29

$170.63

Includes taxes & fees
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Suite, Multiple Beds

2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa BedInternet - Free WiFi and wired internet accessEntertainment - 55-inch Smart TV with premium channelsFood & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea makerSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Free local calls, twin sofa bed, and safe; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioningAccessibility - Closed-captioned TVNeed to Know - No rollaway/extra beds availableNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

Sleeps 5
2 Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
1 Sofa bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneHair dryerRefrigerator

SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$313.06

$250.45

Includes taxes & fees
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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

2 Queen BedsInternet - Free WiFi and wired internet accessEntertainment - 55-inch Smart TV with premium channelsFood & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea makerSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Free local calls, twin sofa bed, and desk; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioningAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

Sleeps 5
2 Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneHair dryerRefrigerator

Suite With Two Queen Beds-Communication Accessible

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$289.48

$231.58

Includes taxes & fees
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

1 King BedInternet - Free WiFi and wired internet accessEntertainment - 55-inch Smart TV with premium channelsFood & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea makerSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Desk, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioningAccessibility - Visual fire alarmNon-SmokingConnecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

Sleeps 2
1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneHair dryerRefrigerator

1 King Standard Communication Accessible Roll in Shower

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$214.75

$171.8

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

9
Exceptional735 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the clean and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness8.5
Service9.4
Location9.0
Room Quality8.4
Amenities9.4
Value for Money8.9
Food and Beverage9.0
Overall Experience9.4

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fs259JACKSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 22, 2026

"Excellent Stay in Every Way"

10.0

The Holiday Inn on Thistle Drive in Raleigh, NC is our go-to when visiting the Raleigh area. It is always super clean while the staff continuously go out of their way to be helpful and accommodating. During our last visit, Dee at the front desk made us feel like returning family members with her warmth and humor. Later, when we returned to the hotel late at night, Joseph stopped what he was doing and helped us get some ice. Our room was immaculate and contained everything we needed from coffee/tea, a microwave, iron & ironing board, to an in-room safe. The king size bed and pillows were very comfortable with no outside noise disturbing our restful sleep. The following morning, we enjoyed an amazing "full" breakfast, with lots of choices (no continental breakfast or powdered eggs served here). Malik made our check-out quick and easy while treating us like valued customers. Thank you to all the staff at this Holiday Inn; your personal care and attention to detail show in every facet, making our stay such a restful pleasure. F. & K Stokes

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DonaldsonusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in May 19, 2026

"Best bang for buck"

10.0

The hospitality of the people and cleanliness of the room

Everything's was fine

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CandiceusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in May 19, 2026

"Best staff, top comfort (almost) poor maintenance, priced just right."

7.0

Staff was amazing. Pillows and bed were amazing. Very sound proof and comfortable. The breakfast was limited options but the cooked items were delicious. Really loved the location and the common areas.

The pool and hot tub were dirty and lacking proper safety and maintenance. The pool had broken steps, the covers on the jets in both pool and hot tub came off. Please be aware that people with long hair have died in the past from such covers on jets being faulty and hair being caught in the jets, those safety standards are being phased out so make sure you protect your fam and braid the hair and keep it away from the jets. The water was a greenish tinge with high chlorine content telling me that chemicals are being overused to cover up proper cleaning. Let's talk about the toilet paper. SANDPAPER. Seriously. BYOTP.

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charlesusUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 18, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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Monica AmxMX
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 14, 2026

"Volvería a hospedarme aquí!"

10.0

Hay congruencia entre lo que anuncian y lo que encuentras. Superan lo esperado!

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LisausUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in May 11, 2026

"Excellent..love this hotel. Perfect location for NC State visits also."

10.0

My son has been in Raleigh for 8 years now attending NC State as an undergrad and 4 years at their vet school. This was the first hotel I ever stayed at when I first started visiting him from Charlotte. Always preferred it, but their prices started going up quite a bit over the years, so I would look for other hotels on other visits. This past weekend my son graduated from vet school and needed to book another night in Raleigh. I had to switch hotels and was able to get the last night here again. Price was actually reasonable compared to other hotels in the area. They gave out gift bags at check in if you were staying with the for graduation. Such a nice surprise. Super comfortable beds and pillows… very nice clean room. Breakfast was good and coffee available 24/7, which is a nice plus for me. So happy I was able to get my last hotel room in Raleigh that I’ll probably ever need back at this Holiday Inn Express where it all started in 2018.

Nothing..no complaints at all.

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SusanusUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 10, 2026

"Nice"

10.0

The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. Love they let pets stay for a reasonable price.

Nothing. Everything was great

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JamesusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 10, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Close to nc state.

Needs more security cameras for parking lot.

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kellywstewart
Verified booking
Family
Standard Room
Stayed in May 9, 2026

"Great experience!"

10.0

Great hotel and customer service. Dee exceeded expectations by helping us secure the last room and refreshments.

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LeftridgeusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in May 8, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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