• Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private Bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating

Located less than 10 minutes’ drive from central Normal and less than 3 miles from Illinois State University, this hotel features a tropical pool area. A daily breakfast buffet is also provided. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV are found in each wood-furnished room at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area. Guests of the Bloomington-Normal Holiday Inn Express can enjoy the on-site hot tub. A fitness room and a business center are also available. The annual Illinois Shakespeare Festival is 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel. The red pandas of Miller Park Zoo are 15 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 queen beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
6.7
Low score for Bloomington
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Gail
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved the pancake machine at breakfast and the indoor pool. Staff was wonderful, very helpful and friendly. We did not have daily housekeeping for our stay but whenever we needed anything, our needs were met promptly.
  • Ford
    United States of America United States of America
    1. Staff was very friendly during check in 2. Simple overnight stay, comfortable place to crash 3. Shower and bathroom was good 4. The breakfast looked very nice but we left to pick up family 5. Bed and pillows were very comfortable 6....
  • Michelle
    United States of America United States of America
    The heated pool and whirlpool was great!! The staff helped me with my luggage when and I was able to get a late check out.

Hotel area info

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness center
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Baggage storage
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning Services
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Business center
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Safe
    General
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Indoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Heated pool
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness center
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Carte Blanche Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    A valid photo ID and credit card are required at check-in. Special requests are subject to availability, can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel

    • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel on this page.

    • The prices at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Fitness center
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Swimming pool

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel is 3.1 miles from the center of Bloomington. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bloomington-Normal University Area, an IHG Hotel include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
      • Quad