Stay at Holiday Inn Express Hattiesburg West – Univ Area with free Wi-Fi, breakfast, indoor pool, and fitness center. Close to Hattiesburg Zoo and regional airport.
This hotel stands out for its cleanliness, welcoming staff, and quality breakfast, making it a reliable choice for visitors to the Hattiesburg area.
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Holiday Inn Express Hattiesburg West – Univ Area by IHG is a well-maintained hotel located at 209 Thornhill Dr, offering convenient access to the University of Southern Mississippi and local attractions. The property provides a comfortable and clean environment with a contemporary style, appreciated by guests for its spotless rooms and welcoming atmosphere. Check-in is from 3 PM, with checkout by 11 AM.
The hotel features a range of practical amenities including free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, free parking, and an indoor pool. Additional facilities such as a fitness center, business center, and hot tub contribute to a well-rounded stay, while the smoke-free policy and accessibility features cater to diverse guest needs. Although pets are not allowed and there is no airport shuttle, the nearby Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport is just a 16-minute drive away.
Visitors often praise the attentive and friendly staff, highlighting consistent cleanliness and service quality throughout the hotel. Breakfast receives frequent positive mentions, with guests appreciating the variety and freshness, including options like a coffee and hot chocolate bar. Some reviews note light noise from the nearby freeway in certain rooms, which might be a consideration for light sleepers.
The location proves suitable for both business and leisure travelers, with attractions such as the Hattiesburg Zoo, African American Military History Museum, and Hattiesburg Pocket Museum all within easy reach. Families and university visitors find the setting especially convenient, supported by the hotel’s kid-friendly policies and helpful staff. Nearby hotels provide alternative accommodations in close proximity, yet this property stands out with a notably high guest rating of 4.7 based on 153 reviews.
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Great hotel! Service is top notch! Room was spotless…..so was the lobby and breakfast area. There was a school staying at the same time as me but when I went to breakfast it was fully stocked and everything was clean. Never would have known 50 kids were eating! Will be back!
I normally never leave Google reviews, but my stay was amazing. From checkin to checkout everyone was so friendly and helpful. The hotel was in immaculate condition and decorated beautifully for Christmas. The hospitality staff and service staff made us feel like family. Lastly the breakfast was so good. I highly recommend this hotel.
If you’re looking for a very clean (room smelled so nice) and comfortable place to stay… look no further! From the very nice late night employee who checked us in, to the kitchen staff, to the checkout desk, everyone was super friendly! The breakfast was fantastic! Kudos to the all the folks operating this location! I wish it was like this everywhere we stay! Definitely our place to stay in the future when in this area! Keep up the great work!
We travel extensively inside and outside of the country and this location was such a wonderful surprise. The staff at check in were amazing and friendly! When my son, who attends USM, arrived to meet they offered to take our photo since it had been 6 months since we had seen each other. They were very sweet gals! The ladies at breakfast were helpful and wonderful and I appreciate the Greek yogurt and the awesome machine that brews coffee fresh every cup! Another perk was the hot chocolate bar! The different syrups personalized our cocoa. It was a chilly weekend and we utilized it! Housekeeping always had a smile when passing in the hall. It was a perfect location.
One of the most cleanest hotels I have ever stayed! All looks like brand new. Free hot chocolate and coffee bar. They even have to go boxes for breakfast items. Breakfast was amazing! Lots of veggie options. The bed was sooo comfy! Pillows are down pillow! Beyond comfortable! Every staff is so friendly trying to go above and beyond their job description to help you! 11 out of 10! Highly recommend!
This hotel was extremely clean and well kept. If it wasn’t recently built, I couldn’t tell. All of the staff was extra friendly from the front desk clerk at check in, the front desk clerk I asked to check for a belt in the lost and found, the breakfast area staff, and to the housekeeping staff who greeted us at every turn. I would definitely stay here again if I returned to Hattiesburg. The only con I would not, and that is simply based on the design of the building, it the amount of noise you receive in room 216 from the freeway at night. My brother stayed in this room and mentioned it to me, but didn’t find it bothersome enough to ask for a room change.
This place has the kindest staff I've ever experienced at a hotel! From the front desk to the breakfast staff. Everyone was so friendly and went above and beyond for my family. Only con is the hotel room has a bit of noise at night but I think that's just the nature of hotels. Clean, nice room and lobby. Was perfect for our stop.
Very clean hotel with extremely friendly and attentive staff. The bed was comfortable, and breakfast was good. It was a little tricky to find since it’s off a frontage road, but overall we had a great stay and would definitely stay here again
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