Name: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clarion by IHG
Address: 325 Perkins Road, Clarion, Pennsylvania, United States of America, Clarion, Pennsylvania, US
Price range: $89–$257 per night
Rating: 9.15

What guests think

Across the reviews, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clarion by IHG stands out for clean spaces, friendly and helpful staff, and comfortable rooms, with many guests appreciating the convenient location near I-80 and access to nearby dining and shopping.

Breakfast is often described as good with decent variety, though several reviews note inconsistent quality, understaffing, or limited options at times. Facilities include a pool and fitness room that many enjoy, but recurring comments mention a cold pool, occasional maintenance or towel issues, and in one case strong pool chemicals. Some guests report thin walls and hallway noise, and a few cite odd suite layouts, undesirable views, or occasional odors. Overall, it suits road trips and short visits seeking reliable comfort.

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Facilities

There is a pool and a fitness room that many guests enjoyed. Recurring comments mention a cold pool and occasional issues with towels, access, or strong chemical odors.

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Judy

Jun 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff member at checking was excellent. Efficient and friendly. Hotel very clean and convenient off I80. Breakfast great. Pool was actually open which seems to be rare these days. We didn’t get to use it but looked great. Would definitely stay again

8

Kenneth

Jun 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a nice one night stay along the route of our road trip. The kids enjoyed the pool, and we slept well. The room was comfortable and the breakfast had enough options. It was helpful to have a washer and dryer, as one of our kids spilled all over themselves right before we arrived at the hotel. It was close to the highway, which allowed us a quick start to our remaining drive in the morning.

10

Joshua

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, water in pool was too cold but had a great experience

8

Gina

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

First time staying here. Clean, nice-sized room, best fitness center I've seen in Clarion hotels. Only complaint is the walls are fairly thin and I could hear the person next door snoring. Will stay here again, in spite of the thin walls!

10

Max

Jul 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was beautiful, clean, nice breakfast, swimming pool, and exercise room, workers were very pleasant.

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Cheryl

Oct 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had first floor room near pool. Pool chemical odor was causing my asthma to bother me. And the bathroom had a horrible sewage smell the whole time. We’ve stayed here several times before and we will not be returning.

10

Rick

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stay here a lot. It’s always solid, and while the breakfast leaves a bit to be desired, it has a good fitness room and it is always very clean.

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Christopher

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good experience overall. Hotel room key did not work to open pool but staff was helpful in getting us into pool area. Pool towels were very small, like face cloth sized. Would need several to dry off properly. Other than that good, clean, comfortable!

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Jeffrey

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Went to the pool. Checked the rules for the pool. It said no glass bottles. Ok fine. Took alcohol beverage in can. Got harassed by an employee about having it down there. I told her the rules dis not state no alcohol. She said its not on the rule board but its a hotel rule. What the heck?

10

Stephen

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Newer hotel close to dining, gas, and highway. Pool temp was on the cold side. Clean properly

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently praise very clean rooms and a well-kept property. A few note exceptions like a dirty elevator floor, worn carpets, or a sewage odor in one bathroom.

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sara

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We have stayed at this Holiday Inn Express a number of times now — because it never disappoints. It is very clean, rooms are comfortable and well planned, and the staff is nice.

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Salina

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast was simple and nice - choice of egg whites and yellow omelettes was nice touch. But the elevator floor was dirty and the room carpets were terrible. They need a bell at reception so you can get service - mostly the receptionists were around the corner and on the phone. They look quite understaffed.

10

Heidi

Dec 22, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

What a delight to stay here after a long day of meetings and travel. Our room was spotless, with a sparkling clean bathroom. The bed was so comfortable with great pillows. We are in the area every 6 weeks, and are so grateful to find the perfect place to stay.

10

Ramesh

Apr 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room and property very clean.

10

Lewis

Nov 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is a newer facility. It is very clean and just far enough off I-80 to be quiet but easy access. Plenty of dining options nearby.

10

Heather

Apr 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Best blackout shades I've ever experienced in a hotel. They didn't let ANY light in! This room was the cleanest I've seen in a hotel in a very long time!

10

Veronica

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room is perfect and clean

10

Sarah

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean hotel!

10

Staci

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was very clean; the room smelled wonderful. The staff were very nice and the breakfast was great. It was close to shopping and other restaurants as well. The pool was nice as well. The beds were extremely comfy. Will definitely stay there again

10

Brian

May 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Exceptional quality accommodations; clean and orderly. Best surprise is no surprise. Are is safe around hotel but. Food options are fairly limited. Perkins here on the same Perkins Road as the hotel remains a long-time favorite.

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Rooms

Rooms are modern, spacious, and comfortable with quality beds and effective blackout shades. Some guests report thin walls and hallway noise, and a few disliked sparse decor, odd suite layouts, or views.

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robert

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean but a chair was the only piece of furniture other than the beds.No pictures on the walls

10

Rebecca Blackburn

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spacious and well-maintained. It had a very pleasant decor. The beds were very comfortable. The staff was friendly. The negatives are minor. Someone had accidentally put soap in the lotion dispenser. Also the tv guide didn't list any channel names so it was a pain to figure out viewing options.

10

Jessica

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is clean and contemporary. It is conveniently situated near food and shopping. The view is gorgeous. You will not be disappointed.

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Gerald

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was outstanding, comfortable bed, very clean bathroom. Five star all the way!!!

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Gina

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

First time staying here. Clean, nice-sized room, best fitness center I've seen in Clarion hotels. Only complaint is the walls are fairly thin and I could hear the person next door snoring. Will stay here again, in spite of the thin walls!

10

Liane

Jan 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable beds and pillows. Front desk was very nice and hard working! Would highly recommend!

10

Tom

Aug 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was modern and updated, plenty of space in our suite. Breakfast options could have been better.

10

Heather

Apr 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Best blackout shades I've ever experienced in a hotel. They didn't let ANY light in! This room was the cleanest I've seen in a hotel in a very long time!

4

Noreen

Mar 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Suites are not all that, set up is weird. Views are horrible we had a view of parking lot cat port out our window, gross. White light flashing all night in our eyes made it hard to sleep

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Tonia

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very loud, all hallway noises heard. Stayed 2 nights housekeeping knocked 3x from 9-11am on our first morning. Loudly. Room was clean.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful, and efficient, with smooth check-ins. A small number of reviews mention understaffing, an unattended front desk, or an unfriendly interaction.

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Paul

Nov 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Daniela was extremely helpful and friendly!

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Mary Chris

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly service

10

Lynn and Ed

Feb 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super friendly desk staff!

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AHMET

Dec 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is just rude and they dont know how to treat guests!

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Salina

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast was simple and nice - choice of egg whites and yellow omelettes was nice touch. But the elevator floor was dirty and the room carpets were terrible. They need a bell at reception so you can get service - mostly the receptionists were around the corner and on the phone. They look quite understaffed.

10

Roberta

Apr 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I actually work for another hotel chain, that I could have got a discount from. But I will always go back to Holiday inn Express. My service has always been above and beyond and the cleanliness of the room and the kindness of the staff is A1

10

Thomas

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy and efficient check-in, staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms was very spacious and clean, whole hotel seems updated. Breakfast was well presented and prepared.

10

Marian

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were so impressed with this site from the minute we walked in the door and looked around and that opinion only grew more positive during our stay. We consider it the best hotel/motel we've stayed in after many years of trips across much of the eastern and southern US. An added gift was that every staff member we met or observed was terrific and helpful. A great place to stay.

10

Kim

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic customer service!

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Christopher

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good experience overall. Hotel room key did not work to open pool but staff was helpful in getting us into pool area. Pool towels were very small, like face cloth sized. Would need several to dry off properly. Other than that good, clean, comfortable!

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Location

Convenient to I-80 and close to dining, shopping, and Clarion University; several mention a quiet and safe area. One review notes nearby food options can feel limited.

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Teresita

Mar 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, quiet and clean.

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John

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy off and close to I80

10

Andrew

Feb 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to Punxsutawney!

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Lewis

Nov 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is a newer facility. It is very clean and just far enough off I-80 to be quiet but easy access. Plenty of dining options nearby.

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RAZVAN

Dec 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Felt safe, quiet and clean. Easy and quick access from the highway.

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Jesse

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was in the perfect location and easy to commute to and from

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Bronwyn

May 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Right off the highway for easy exit for eary travelers and quick re-entry next morning. Right by a Walmart and Applebees to resupply and recharge.

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Sarah

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean safe hotel close to the university

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Brian

May 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Exceptional quality accommodations; clean and orderly. Best surprise is no surprise. Are is safe around hotel but. Food options are fairly limited. Perkins here on the same Perkins Road as the hotel remains a long-time favorite.

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Tracy

Feb 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy access from interstate, clean room, modern hotel

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Dining

Breakfast is generally good with decent variety and a pleasant setup. Some guests found it inconsistent, citing staffing gaps, waits for hot items, weak coffee, or limited options for dietary needs.

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Jill

Dec 15, 2022

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Stayed 19,340 nights

Great place but breakfast, although large, was not for someone with a wheat allergy. Even cheerios (real cheerios, off brands are contaminated with many allergens) would have been nice. Good coffee

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Larry

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Was OK but the breakfast was not staffed to keep food available. Lot of the stuff just was not there and it took long waits for hot food to show up. Pool looked like it could use some attention and no towels available. Nice location.

10

Thomas

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy and efficient check-in, staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms was very spacious and clean, whole hotel seems updated. Breakfast was well presented and prepared.

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Brandon

Aug 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel, nice and clean, modern. Breakfast and coffee were not good. Would recommend somewhere else for those.

10

James

Dec 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Was visiting granddaughter and loved the pool the breakfast was very good variety and staff was nice and friendly thanks for a great weekend

10

Kathleen

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean quiet , Great breakfast

10

Rick

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stay here a lot. It’s always solid, and while the breakfast leaves a bit to be desired, it has a good fitness room and it is always very clean.

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Thomas

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean property, decent breakfast. Would stay again

10

Randall

Oct 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was clean. Staff was receptive. Hot breakfast was really quite good. The lady taking care of the breakfast area was very pleasant. Convenient to I80.

10

John

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room and the breakfast were amazing!

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $136	2 $188	3 $255
4 $109	5 $155	6 $156	7 $131	8 $202	9	10 $257
11 $135	12 $148	13 $153	14	15	16	17 $165
18 $114	19 $134	20 $143	21 $121	22 $121	23 $113	24 $113
25 $89	26 $99	27 $110	28 $114	29 $103	30 $138	31 $135

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Clarion by IHG

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Standard Room

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

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