HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES ASHEVILLE DOWNTOWN BY IHG | Asheville ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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42 Tunnel Road, Asheville, North Carolina, United States, 28805

“The hotel is just a short walk from several great restaurants, making dinner plans a breeze and saving us from needing to drive.”view full review

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville Downtown By Ihg - A Modern Hotel with Indoor/Outdoor Pool and Business Amenities

Located 1 mile from downtown, this newly built Asheville hotel features 111 rooms, including 39 suites and 11 accessible accommodations. The Holiday Inn Express offers rooms equipped with 49-inch LCD TVs, triple-sheeted beds, microwaves, refrigerators, in-room safes, and complimentary high-speed internet. Guests start their day with a free Express Start Breakfast served from 6:30 AM. The property includes a 1552-square-foot meeting space, a business center, and a fitness room with cardio equipment. The Holiday Inn's distinctive indoor/outdoor pool extends onto an outdoor veranda with wrought-iron furniture. The stone-accented lobby provides comfortable seating around a fireplace. Positioned less than five miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, the hotel stands near Grove Arcade's shopping and dining venues.

Pros

Free underground and surface parking available for all guests

Children 18 and under stay free, while those 11 and under eat free

Business center and meeting room accessible 24 hours

Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and security systems

Cons

Located 18.5 miles from Asheville Regional Airport

Fitness center limited to basic cardio equipment

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King Room Mobility Access or Hearing Accessible

2 persons

37 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Suite Non-Smoking

2 persons

37 m²

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Room

2 persons

37 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds Communications Accessible

2 persons

37 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Asheville 1.7 km

Airports

Asheville Regional (AVL) 25.7 km

Greenville-Spartanburg International (GSP) 127.0 km

What our guests says about facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Accessibility Matters

I was truly impressed with the attention to accessibility at this hotel. The ramps and pathways made it easy for everyone to navigate, ensuring a stress-free experience. This consideration made our stay comfortable and inclusive.

Sarah Thompson. USA, 2024-02-15Read full review on

Spacious Living Space

Staying in the suite was a delight! The living area was spacious and perfect for relaxing with family. We enjoyed the separate bedroom, allowing for privacy while still spending quality time together.

EmilyR_Writes. Australia, 2024-05-22Read full review on

Refreshing Pool Experience

The indoor/outdoor pool concept was amazing! We loved finishing our days with a warm swim. The pool was always clean and inviting, making it an really good part of our stay.

James_Beckham. New Zealand, 2024-07-30Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Shallow end

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

42 Tunnel Road, Asheville, North Carolina, United States, 28805

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42 Tunnel Road, Asheville, North Carolina, United States, 28805

City landmarks

Museum

Biltmore

6.5 km

Church

Basilica of Saint Lawrence

2.1 km

Museum

Asheville Pinball Museum

2.2 km

Gallery

Woolworth Walk

2.2 km

Stadium

Harrah's Cherokee Center

2.1 km

Landmark

Lexington Glassworks

2.4 km

Landmark

Thomas Wolfe House

1.6 km

Mall

Asheville Mall

2.1 km

Landmark

Thomas Wolfe Memorial

2.0 km

Museum

Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center

1.6 km

Mall

Grove Arcade

2.2 km

Church

St. Luke's Episcopal Church

650 m

Museum

Asheville Art Museum

1.7 km

Landmark

Vance Monument

1.7 km

Bridge

Helen's Bridge

1.3 km

Landmark

The Orange Peel

1.7 km

Landmark

Wicked Weed Brewing

2.4 km

Landmark

Eastvale Shopping Center

1.8 km

Landmark

Beaucatcher Mountain

1.1 km

Event hall

Asheville Drum Circle

2.0 km

Landmark

The Health Adventure

1.7 km

Park

Pack Square Park

1.8 km

Landmark

Pack Square

2.0 km

Museum

Asheville Museum of Science

2.2 km

Landmark

Downtown Asheville Art District

2.3 km

Gallery

Asheville Salt Cave

1.8 km

Gallery

Blue Spiral 1

2.2 km

Landmark

Midway Family Church

1.3 km

Landmark

Memorial Stadium

2.9 km

Nearby

Mall

Innsbruck Mall

340 m

Restaurants

Panda Express

390 m

54 Tunnel Rd

Mikado Japanese Steak House

330 m

45 Tunnel Rd

Papa's & Beer

270 m

17 Tunnel Rd

McDonald's

450 m

51 Tunnel Rd

Taco Bell

500 m

67 Tunnel Road

Cracker Barrel

200 m

34 Tunnel Rd

Buffalo Wild Wings

370 m

4 Tunnel Rd

Starbucks

350 m

29 Tunnel Rd

Burger King

650 m

85 Tunnel Rd Ste 6

Cornerstone

730 m

102 Tunnel Road

Olive Garden

800 m

121 Tunnel Rd

LongHorn Steakhouse

1.4 km

3 Restaurant Ct

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

Benjamin

United States, December 2024

8.4/10

I had a wonderful week in this hotel that combined comfort with excellent service. The rooms were spacious and very well maintained, providing a relaxing space after exploring the nearby attractions. The dining options for breakfast were decent, but I felt there was room for more variety. The pool area was small but enjoyable. Overall, it's a great choice for anyone visiting the Asheville area, though the breakfast could use an upgrade.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were spacious, modern, and immaculate. I appreciated the layout with a separate bedroom and living area, which made my stay more comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff was exceptionally helpful, and my check-in was smooth. They even accommodated an upgrade which made my stay more enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located just minutes away from downtown Asheville, making it easy to explore the local restaurants and shops without the hassle of heavy traffic.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast options were satisfactory but somewhat limited. I would have loved to see a greater selection, especially for hot items.

Facilities

7.0

The pool area is small but well-kept and inviting, perfect for a quick dip after a day out.