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Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers wake up to mountain views before enjoying a hearty breakfast buffet, then spend the day relaxing poolside at this comfortable Middlesboro hotel.

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Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro, nestled among beautiful mountains, offers a refreshing outdoor pool with sun loungers and barbecue grills. Enjoy a daily breakfast buffet, in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center. Guests consistently praise the helpful, supportive staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is ￥20,795
￥22,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Mobil Roll-In Shower)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Mobil Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Middlesboro, Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG is in the mountains and in a national park. Cumberland Gap National Historical Park and Bell County Historical Society Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pine Mountain State Resort Park and Wilderness Road State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Middlesboro travel guide
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40965, KY, Middlesboro, 1252 N 12th St

What's nearby

  • #Adventure #CumberlandGap #High #Trees #Highway
    Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
    2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Chained Rock in Pineville, Kentucky.
    Pine Mountain State Resort Park
    16 min drive - 18.9 km
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    Norris Lake
    28 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Middlesboro Mall
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bell County Historical Society Museum
    3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
    103 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Crater City Coffee Co
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    14 min walk
  • Wendy's
    1 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG

Hotel in the mountains
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A gift shop, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 59 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free newspapers.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, 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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,184 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Portable shower seat
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 available for USD 6.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 6.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG on Mar 15, 2026 start from ￥20,795, excluding 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Middlesboro by IHG located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Middlesboro Mall and Cumberland Gap National Historical Park. Bell County Historical Society Museum and Middlesboro Country Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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 Middlesboro by IHG Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 542 out of 705 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 705 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 705 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 705 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 705 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but the hotel was quiet, considering the amount of people that seemed to be there, very clean and the breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, good breakfast options.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean hotel with a very nice breakfast that offered a lot of different options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Great breakfast Staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Room was spacious, clean and the dove products in the bathroom were nice. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great breakfast. Staff is very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very helpful; breakfast was good, well attended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was amazingly comfortable..continental breakfast with great options.. staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the location. It was close to everything we wanted to do and good restaurants near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

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

Great place

Beautiful hotel, everyone very friendly. Located close to LMU with access to all necessities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for families that have students attending the local university.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to with good proximity to food and shopping. Close to national park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was fresh and good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

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

We’ll be back!

Holiday Inn Express is a consistently good and popular place to stay. We visit in the Cumberland Gap area several times a year and stay there. It’s clean, the breakfast is good, and the people are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed two nights, employees were very friendly. The complimentary breakfast was really good and the attendance were more than courteous. I recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

marsha

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

Really cute hotel

It was awesome!! Our check in guy on the night shift was wonderful!! The breakfast was really good with veggie omelets and pancakes. My son loved the turkey sausage
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

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

Nice hotel

Great stay and breakfast as usual!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and ready when we arrived. The staff were pleasant and very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our overnight stay was perfect. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The free breakfast was truly one of the best ive seen. Room was clean and beds were comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient, clean and the staff were kind and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

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

Amazing

It was very good. The front desk staff was super nice and welcoming, he was quick to get me checked in and even told me about the rewards system which i didnt know about. The room was clean, the beds were comfortable. Will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seemed to be newly renovated. Everything was clean and comfortable. I have stayed all over the US. This stay was as enjoyable as they come. The staff was absolutely some of the friendliest anywhere. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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

Great place

The staff was very nice. The breakfast was surprisingly good. I recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025