Holiday Inn Express & Suites Magnolia-Lake Columbia by IHG
1604 E Main St, Magnolia, AR 71753, Magnolia, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.2 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Magnolia-Lake Columbia is a 2-star, budget-friendly hotel located off Highway 79 in Magnolia, Arkansas. It's part of the IHG family and offers a modern, no-frills lodging experience just a few minutes from the town's historic main street. With a 4.2 rating from 247 reviews, it's a consistently well-regarded stop for travelers passing through southern Arkansas.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are straightforward and functional, featuring flat-screen TVs, work desks, en suite bathrooms, and coffeemakers. Guests can choose between hard and soft pillows, and every room includes free WiFi. Suite categories step things up with pull-out sofas, microwaves, and minifridges, making them a practical choice for longer stays or families needing extra space.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site facilities include a free hot breakfast bar, an indoor pool, and a fitness center, along with guest laundry and on-site parking. Children 19 and under stay free when accompanied by an adult, adding value for traveling families.
Dining
Beyond the complimentary breakfast bar, the hotel sits within walking or short driving distance of a wide variety of dining options, including El Parian Mexican restaurant just steps away, Sonic Drive-In, Sharks Fish and Chicken, Backyard Barbeque Co, The Wild Hog Bar & Grill, JavaPrimo Coffee House, MuleKick pizza, and Mister James American restaurant.
Location
The hotel is roughly a 3-minute drive from Magnolia's quaint shops and antiques malls downtown, and about 6.9 miles (9.5 km) from Logoly State Park and roughly 9.7 miles from Lake Columbia. South Arkansas Regional Airport is about 38 km away, while Texarkana Regional Airport is about 75 km away, making this a car-friendly base for regional travel.
Best for
This hotel suits road-trippers, budget-conscious families, and visitors attending local events or funerals/gatherings in Magnolia, thanks to free breakfast, an indoor pool, and kids-stay-free policy. It's also a practical stopover for travelers heading between South Arkansas Regional and Texarkana Regional Airports, given its highway-adjacent location and ample nearby dining.
Travel tips
Having a car is recommended, as the hotel is set off Highway 79 and the nearest airports are 38-75 km away. Downtown Magnolia's shops and antiques malls are just a 3-minute drive away, and several restaurants -- including El Parian and Sonic Drive-In -- are within a short walk. Plan on roughly a 15-20 minute drive if visiting Logoly State Park or Lake Columbia.
What guests say
Guests consistently praise the friendly, helpful, and responsive front desk and service staff, often highlighting small personal touches like offering coffee and muffins. The breakfast bar is frequently called generous and satisfying, and many reviewers note the convenient location near downtown Magnolia. Cleanliness and comfort are generally rated well, though a few guests mention the property could use updating ("spruced up") and at least one review noted the mattresses felt too firm.
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