Located in Durham, Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG is in the city centre and near the airport. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Streets at Southpoint Mall and Brier Creek Commons. Museum of Life and Science and Sarah P. Duke Gardens are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Durham travel guide
2516 Guess Rd, Durham, NC, 27705
What's nearby
Duke University
3 min drive - 3.4 km
Northgate Mall
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Duke Homestead
2 min drive - 1.4 km
Durham Performing Arts Center
6 min drive - 7.0 km
North Carolina Central University
8 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Durham Station
6 min drive
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
22 min drive
Restaurants
Costco Food Court
14 min walk
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
8 min walk
McDonald's
5 min walk
LRB Provisions
10 min walk
Texas Roadhouse
11 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
Hotel near Duke University
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG provides amenities, such as a free breakfast buffet and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool
Free self-parking
A free local area shuttle, a 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in reception
Smoke-free property, multilingual staff and a vending machine
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 79 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
Free area shuttle
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Free area shuttle
In-room cot
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
Business centre
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
Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
1 building
4 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
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 and check-out are available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75, per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 23 kg per pet
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?
As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG on 4 Oct 2026 start from RM449, excluding 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.
Is Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 75 per stay and a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG located?
Located in the heart of Durham, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Northgate Mall and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Duke University. Duke Homestead and Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Very clean, nice pool, and decent breakfast served all the way until 10am, which is nice when you need to sleep in a little before getting back on the road.
Convient location for a family visit. Room was very nice - great bed and shower. Fridge/microwave was a big help. Excellent breakfast. Staff were friendly and welcoming.
Staff gave me another room after I discovered 1st one’s bed linen not changed. Other than that mishap, everything about this hotel is fine. Staff is especially pleasant.
The room was comfortable and easy to get to as it was right off the highway. The breakfast buffet was well stocked although the seating was a bit limited. The central air in the building was out during my stay, but the AC in the room wasn’t affected. There was definitely easy parking and easy to get to other places in the Durham area.
Upon check in, I was told that I only booked one room (I booked two). After 20 minutes on the phone with Expedia, the staff member was corrected. Fire alarm went off about an hour into our stay. As people headed for the exits, the staff member at the front counter stopped everyone, said it was a false alarm.
Decent options for breakfast. Pancake maker was out of order, but breakfast staff were very friendly.
Comfortable beds.
It was a nice experience. The staff was friendly and helpful. I was very pleased with the cleanliness of my room!!! The lobby air conditioning could use some fine tuning but everything else was great! We would definitely stay here again.
We had stayed one night earlier in the week and returned after a stay at the North Carolina coast. We stayed for another 3 nights because we were happy with our previous stay.
The breakfast was always fresh and the breakfast staff kept the area clean and well stocked. Thank you!
The staff was very friendly. Everything was very good for a Holiday Inn Express. The breakfast was plentiful and there was coffee 24 hours. The room was clean and everything was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nancy
4 Mar 2026
Hotel and room were exceptionally clean and the staff were gracious.
The staff are so friendly, the entire hotel is spotless, the breakfast is very good. I have been here twice for Duke visits and will definitely be back. The only issue was the air in the lobby area and breakfast area is not working, hopefully it is being repaired. But it won’t keep me from returning.
The staff were very friendly. From the moment of arrival I was greeted with a smile.The room was clean and cool which was great since it felt like a heat wave was outside. Overall would stay again especially since it’s right by the highway making it easy to come and go. Will say though you can’t hear the cars passing by the only problem was you gotta take a little drive to get some food or even get to a store.
The hotel was easy to find from the interstate.
Our room was well taken care of and we had plenty of space for our stay.
The bed was comfortable and we appreciated that we were not disturbed by loud noises.
Suggestion: The two flower urns by the front entrance had plastic flowers rather than live plants. We understand that North Carolina presently has drought conditions, but the plastic plants do look a bit tacky.