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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers plan their day over free breakfast before heading to nearby shops or unwinding in the indoor pool at this well-positioned Murphy hotel

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy is in a shopping district, offering a convenient base with practical amenities. Guests enjoy free breakfast, in-room WiFi, a gym, and a business center. Relax in the indoor pool after shopping, with coffee and tea available all day.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Murphy, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG is in the historical district. Valley River Arts and Clay's Corner are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Old Union Golf Course and Crane Creek Vineyards. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Murphy travel guide
Map
130 Holiday Dr, Murphy, NC, 28906

What's nearby

  • Hiwassee Lake, Murphy NC
    Hiwassee Lake
    2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Hiwassee River
    2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Valley River Arts
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Murphy Trussel
    4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    10 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    125 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Burger King
    7 min drive
  • Buck Bald Brewing
    5 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    6 min drive
  • Rib Country BBQ
    3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG

Hotel in a shopping district
Free breakfast, laundry facilities and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, ATM/banking services and meeting rooms
  • Laundry services, a banquet hall and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 51 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

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
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Transfer shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Murphy
Holiday Inn Express Murphy

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG?

As of 20 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG on 29 Mar 2026 start from AU$215, including 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.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy 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 Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Hiwassee River and Hiwassee Lake. Valley River Arts and Murphy River Walk are also within 3 miles (5 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 Hotel & Suites Murphy by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 542 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 542 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 542 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 542 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 542 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast menu was fresh, parking was safe and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, renovated rooms were great and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our stay at this hotel was truly exceptional, thanks to the staff's dedication to excellence. The team was not only helpful and friendly but also genuinely invested in our experience. The rooms were spotless and comfortable, with beds that exceeded our expectations. Although we encountered a minor issue with the TV stations, the front clerk went above and beyond to resolve it, even escalating the matter to her manager, which resulted in a seamless room change. The breakfast selection was impressively diverse. We would wholeheartedly choose to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Timothy G

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was adequate but could use some upgrades , breakfast was helpful and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We got a suite with 2 queen beds and a fold out. The room was huge! We had so much room. The breakfast was also delicious! I would highly recommend this hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, clean absolutely no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice. Room. Great service. Food is always good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet newer hotel - good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and close to historic downtown area. Great food places.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay as usual. There was some noise because my room was close to the elevator but other than that the stay was very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shaterial

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. The breakfast was nice with a variety of choices. The location was convenient to Harrahs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Excellent and good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great weekend!

Great stay! Comfy beds, nice receptionist and great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at 5 different hotels during this trip and this one was by far the cleanest and most comfortable place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Angie

The hotel was under construction with a rehab but no work going on late or super early. Hotel was close to the casino and downtown. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was good but would have preferred waffles instead of pancakes
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to main highway, yet quiet since it sits upon a hillside. Staff was efficient and friendly. Breakfast was wonderful. Updates to room are recommended for charging station and lighting. ( stayed in a suite ).
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Tv didn’t work in first room, but manager moved us right away! Room was clean and very comfortable. Breakfast was good too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay!

Comfortable, clean and staff is super friendly. Room was huge. Breakfast had many choices. We loved the hand pump soap, lotion, shampoo, conditioner & body wash options that were provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice!

Very nice and clean, nice indoor pool, on top of hill for very nice view of NC mountains. Service was very fast and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Amenities
We only stayed for one night. The property was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023