Name: Holiday Inn Express Metropolis
Address: I-24 & US 45, EXIT 37, Metropolis, Illinois, United States of America, Metropolis, Illinois, US
Rating: 8.4

What guests think

At Holiday Inn Express Metropolis, travellers consistently praise clean, comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and a convenient location, while noting a popular breakfast alongside some maintenance and facility quirks, like small bathrooms, occasional pool or elevator issues, and dated touches.

Many guests also highlight quiet stays and pet friendly policies. Some note room and amenity hiccups such as TV or AC problems, odors, light leaking through curtains, tight parking, and occasional cleanliness lapses in bathrooms or pool areas. Overall, expect a straightforward, no frills stay with a few imperfections.

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Facilities

Pool and hot tub are available but experiences vary, with occasional closures, cooler temperatures, or strong chemicals; a few guests found them warm and clean. Pet friendly with a per stay fee and a dedicated dog area; parking feels tight, and the elevator has drawn complaints.

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Regina

27 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This property needs serious cleaning. Get rid of all the carpet. It’s wet and smelly. And you can actually see that the carpet is not vacuumed. The tv remote in our room was covered in what I hope was food. Luckily I travel with Clorox wipes. The elevator was frightening, it bumps and jerks along, then stops abruptly, jarring. This was our second visit here. Will be our last. Sad, because IHG properties are our favorite

8

Leah

29 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The parking lot is honestly the worst part of this place. The parking spaces could be a bit bigger to accommodate getting luggage in and out of the car. Otherwise, the hotel isn’t hard to find, close to the instate as well as a good selection of gas stations and restaurants. The room is comfortable and the staff is always friendly. I’ve stayed here 3 times and will continue to stay here for the foreseeable future.

6

Jeffrey

12 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms had a strong smell of cleaning products. Have asthma, difficult to breathe. Bed was comfortable. Pool and hot tub were out of order. Breakfast was average.

10

Brian

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stopped in on our way home, and the room was newly remodeled. The area was quiet and we enjoyed our short stay. The pool could have been a little warmer.

10

Jeremiah

26 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The only thing negative (and it could be my fault for overlooking this) but I booked it because of pet friendliness, and the rate was a set amount, and they charge $25 more if you have a pet. That should be more up front in the rate details, in my opinion. Otherwise the property & staff have been exceptional & it’s remarkably quiet in the room for being so close to a busy interstate.

10

Mary

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice room, clean and the pool and hot tub were warm and clean. Very quiet for a property right off the highway.

10

Angela

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Have stayed here 3 times with my dog. They are pet friendly and even have a large grassy field in front of hotel just for dogs. The area is clean and well mowed. The breakfast is always delicious and fresh. Staff has always been very nice and accommodating.

8

Mary

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pool had lots of chemicals and bad echo when the kids were playing. Breakfast was good lots to choose from.

8

Jennifer Ellen

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice for the price. Good facility and breakfast. Take pets for 25 per. 2nd time staying. Will stay again.

6

Erik

16 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We were welcomed warmly upon entering and the lobby was very clean. Check in was easy. The whole hotel looks newish or recently updated, however a closet look reveals a lot of little issues with the room. At least in ours. Nothing that would ruin your stay but you can tell they don’t really fix issues or fix them properly. We did like the room and it was very clean and smelled nice. The king size bed was comfortable. The room was large which was weird because the bathroom was small. The toilet was so close to the sink that you could not stand between so only one person could be in there at a time. The Dove soap for everything was nice. My wife especially enjoyed that. Everything from the iron and fridge worked as expected. The one major scare we had was the elevator. It shook so much and made a lot of weird sounds. The continental breakfast was a C at best. On Sunday they had a pancake machine that didn’t work, dry turkey sausage, and overcooked cheese omelets. The options overall were lacking. We might stay here again. The only reservation I have is that elevator. It really needs to be maintained.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews describe the hotel and rooms as clean and well kept. Others report isolated issues such as musty odors, hair in showers, stained linens, dirty or dated carpets, and some bathroom or pool area cleaning misses.

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Howard C

10 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The gentleman at the front desk was friendly and quick. So, I rated service as good. Our room was large with a lot of unused space but the bathroom was so tiny it was difficult for one and impossible for two people to be in there at the same time. The shower was not the cleanest with hairs present from the previous tenants. The shower never got hot, just warm at best. The breakfast was OK but nothing special. We were disappointed for the price they charged.

10

Owen

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super friendly and helpful staff. Room was very clean and comfortable.

10

Kelly

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel looked and smelled very clean. Staff was very friendly, and the breakfast was so good!!

8

Lisa

9 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very nice. Breakfast was good. Room was musty. Shower curtain has a weird stain on it, didn’t look like it had been changed.

8

Matt

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved seeing the lobby decorated for Superman. Room was quite comfortable except there was a bad odor in the bathroom where it seemed like it had not been cleaned throughly from the last guest. Breakfast setup was delicious each morning.

10

Sandra

16 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean hotel and friendly front desk.

10

ronald

30 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good hot breakfast. The room was comfortable and clean.

8

Brody

28 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed our stay here which is hard to even say for a hotel review anymore lol. It was clean, quite, nice staff and other guests were pleasant. Only thing I could find that threw us off a bit was the size of the room, it was just really small. But it had a big bathroom so I can understand how that takes up a lot of space. And the pool floor needs a DEEP cleaning. Pressure wash with bleach, anything. It was pretty gross. But the pool and hot tub were clean and well kept and the whole swimming area felt like a sauna. Honestly. We had a great stay minus my toddler throwing a tantrum and hitting another girl in the ear with a pool toy. (She was fine) kids enjoyed it and it was a bonding moment for all of us for the quick trip.

10

Bruce

28 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Okay but needs attention, broken floor tiles. Carpet’s very dirty around the edges of wall. Stained sheets. Breakfast was good! Coffee excellent!

10

Meera

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean room, good customer service.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet, with praise for beds, updates, and decent space in some layouts. Drawbacks include very small bathrooms, occasional noise or light leakage, AC or TV problems, dated finishes, and a few rooms with sloping floors.

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terry

16 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel. Looks older and a little beat up. Room was nice. Beds were ok for a couple nights but pretty soft. Just a nice place to stay.

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Tammy

10 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean but a/c did not work well.

6

Ronald

24 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A hotel 6 at Hilton prices. Paper thin walls, broken TV, and no food marked for allergies.

10

Mindy

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast was excellent! The bed was very comfortable.

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carol

18 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, however bathroom very small.

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Brian

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stopped in on our way home, and the room was newly remodeled. The area was quiet and we enjoyed our short stay. The pool could have been a little warmer.

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Deborah

11 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We liked the staff from chexkin to breakfaat to cleaning crew. The breakfast was fine..room clean and bed very comfortable. We stayed in room 321 and seriously not sure how this building was inspected and found safe. Dips in the floor in bedroom and bathroom. Weirdest thing. Never encountered this before in a hotel. .

10

Doris

7 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Upon entering my room, I was impressed by its cleanliness and modern amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable, guaranteeing a restful night's sleep after a long day of sightseeing. The room also featured a spacious layout and thoughtful touches that made me feel right at home.

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Todd

3 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

So awesome having bright lights coming into the room at night from outside lights . Here take this coat hanger and pull the curtains together with the clips. Couldn’t believe that’s what they told me to do.

10

Eugene

22 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very good stay. Only negative was the floor in our room had a slight slant from the center of the room to one edge.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with quick check in and attentive breakfast staff. A few note poor phone reservations support or unhelpful guidance.

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10

Charles

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I found the room very clean. The employees were very friendly, professional, and helpful. Breakfest is complimentary with a good variety of choices. I stayed there while attending the Metropolis Superman Celibration.

10

Michael

16 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

All good, highly recommend. Staff super accommodating. Note: the answering service/reservations person for Holiday Inn was horrible. Rude and short. Not reflective of this hotel.

10

Kelly

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel looked and smelled very clean. Staff was very friendly, and the breakfast was so good!!

10

Sonya

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel staff was excellent very nice and informative. Hotel was clean and parking was convenient. Will definitely be back

10

Renee

3 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful staff - very polite and friendly

10

Michael

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was phenomenal and the service was pleasant and courteous. Definitely a place to come back again.

10

Jerry

8 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quick checkin

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Lori

20 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Every staff member I came in contact with was super friendly and welcoming. Very nice hotel

10

Jonathan

15 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean room, Jet tub is amazing! Manager very helpful with reservation mix-up

10

Stephen

14 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very helpful front desk.

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Location

Convenient just off the interstate and handy to Metropolis sights, gas, restaurants, and the nearby casino; many found it quiet. A few disliked the area’s lack of scenery or tricky access and turnarounds.

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Jennifer Ellen

25 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice newer Hotel. Convenient to the nice little city of Metropolis. Go downtown and see the largest statue of Superman and get some barbecue or Italian grub. Very comfortable beds, pets welcome there.

10

Shane

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Like the area

8

Leah

29 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The parking lot is honestly the worst part of this place. The parking spaces could be a bit bigger to accommodate getting luggage in and out of the car. Otherwise, the hotel isn’t hard to find, close to the instate as well as a good selection of gas stations and restaurants. The room is comfortable and the staff is always friendly. I’ve stayed here 3 times and will continue to stay here for the foreseeable future.

6

Michelle

10 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Could see the hotel as we passed it and had to drive 10 minutes out of our way to turn back around

8

Lesia

11 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Property was conveniently located to a funeral I was attending.

8

Paul

19 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, quiet, easy access off interstate. Have stayed there before, and will again.

10

Donna

13 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I stay here every time I come to Metropolis. I have a fine stay every time. The area around the hotel isn't very scenic, but the hotel itself is ok. The staff is exceptional! They are why I continue to come back.

8

Brenda

9 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to casino. Hot shower! Quiet

6

Dave

14 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Don’t like the location. But staff very friendly. I would stay again.

10

Lana

4 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I liked that it was right off the highway. Easy in and out. The staff was friendly and helpful.

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Dining

Breakfast earns frequent praise for quality and variety, with friendly staff and many options. Critiques mention limited or unhealthy choices for some diets and occasional equipment issues such as a pancake machine.

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Amy

22 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast food was limited, unhealthy, cheap and gross. They are very wasteful with unnecessary plastic and other containers. They ask you to bus your own tables.

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Carol

18 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was fine, the breakfast was the most disappointing since I don’t eat meat and a little more option would have been fantastic. Have your chain a try but that was the part that left me most disappointed since it was a good start but then didn’t finish for a home run

10

Charles

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I found the room very clean. The employees were very friendly, professional, and helpful. Breakfest is complimentary with a good variety of choices. I stayed there while attending the Metropolis Superman Celibration.

10

Connie

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice employees.Great breakfast except the pancakes maker was not working.

8

Rhonda

25 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice room. Carpet dated Curtains wouldn’t close Bed and linens were so good and comfortable. Clean. Breakfast and coffee great

10

Kelly

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel looked and smelled very clean. Staff was very friendly, and the breakfast was so good!!

10

Christopher

5 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was smooth, hotel is clean & the breakfast was delicious with many options. The staff at breakfast were very friendly. Didn’t get a chance to use the pool or hot tub as we were not there too long. But if ever in the area I would for sure choose this hotel again.

10

ronald

30 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good hot breakfast. The room was comfortable and clean.

10

Michael

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was phenomenal and the service was pleasant and courteous. Definitely a place to come back again.

10

Merideth

20 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and quiet. Best breakfast I've seen at a hotel ever. Pleasantly pleased with the great food.

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Month	Average price
January	US$85
February	US$98
March	US$98
April	US$112
May	US$90
June	US$117
July	US$99
August	US$92
September	US$113
October	US$107
November	US$109
December	US$94

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