Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn - University Area, an IHG Hotel
2013 S College St, Auburn, AL 36832, Auburn, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.3 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn - University Area is a 2-star hotel in Auburn, Alabama, located at 2013 S College St just off I-85. It’s positioned for quick access to Auburn University (about a 5-minute drive) and nearby outdoor attractions such as Chewacla State Park (about 2.5 miles away). The hotel holds a 4.3/5 public rating from 535 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are straightforward and equipped with flat-screen TVs, desks, premium cable channels, coffeemakers, and free local phone calls. Free in-room WiFi is provided, and guests can choose between hard and soft pillows. Suites add separate living space with a sofa bed, and some include a whirlpool tub.
Breakfast
A free breakfast bar is included with stays. Guest feedback frequently highlights the breakfast as a strong point, noting both quality and variety compared with similar hotels.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site facilities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. The property also offers free parking, supporting both short stays and drive-in trips from I-85.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel sits on a main commercial corridor with plentiful nearby restaurants and fast-food options, according to guest feedback. For nature and parks, it’s close to Chewacla State Park, Chewacla Waterfall, Chewacla State Park Lake, and Town Creek Park, plus the Donald E. Davis Arboretum and Kiesel Park. Auburn destinations such as Toomer’s Corner, the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn University, and the Auburn University Museum of Natural History are also within a short drive.
Best for
This property is well-suited to Auburn University visitors who want an easy drive to campus along with free parking and included breakfast. It also works well for road-trippers using I-85 who value quick access, in-room WiFi, and recreation options like the outdoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center.
Travel tips
If you’re visiting Auburn University, plan on a short drive (about 5 minutes) from the hotel; it’s also a convenient base for Toomer’s Corner and campus-area museums. Nature-focused outings are easy to plan: Chewacla State Park and Chewacla Waterfall are both roughly 3 km away, while RTJ Golf Trail at Grand National is farther out (about 13.8 km). The hotel is on a main drag with many nearby dining choices, which can simplify late arrivals.
What guests say
Guests frequently point to friendly, helpful service and consistently clean rooms as major strengths. Breakfast is a standout theme, with multiple reviewers describing it as notably good and varied. The location is often seen as convenient, including proximity to destinations and a corridor with many nearby restaurant choices. A minor concern mentioned in feedback relates to worries about bedbugs, though reviewers also note comfortable beds and roomy rooms overall.
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