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Holiday Inn Express Charleston (US 17 & I-526): Traveler Reviews

2.5 of 5
1943 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
“Dave and Lynda from Pennsylvania”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 16, 2012

We chose this Holiday Inn Express based on price and easy access to downtown Charleston ( 15-20 minute drive). We got a warm welcome from Octavia and Leila at the front desk who offered several suggestions for developing our list of "must see" sites. Room was quiet, comfortable and nicely appointed. Breakfast buffet offers plenty of choices including warm cinnamon rolls (great) and pancakes from an automatic machine (better than I expected). The hot coffee/tea and chocolate chip cookies in the evening are a nice touch. Special thanks to Ben from Housekeeping who promptly followed up on every issue/request.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ChasHIE-GM, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Charleston (US 17 & I-526), responded to this review
November 20, 2012
Thank you so much Dave and Lynda for recognizing our wonderful staff. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with others. I hope you had a safe trip home and have a Happy Thanksgiving!
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Ottawa, Canada
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36 reviews 36 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
“Value for price”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2012

Good value for the price. Bed was comfortable, the breakfast options were as expected. Staff were approachable and accommodating. We received a positive response to our request for an hour extension for check out. We chose for the price and not location as it is out of town and is surrounded by strip malls.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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ChasHIE-GM, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Charleston (US 17 & I-526), responded to this review
November 16, 2012
Thank you for taking the time to review us. We apreciate your business and glad you enjoyed our great value!
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Henrico, Virginia, United States
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26 reviews 26 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Had a nice stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2012

My husband and I stayed here on our visit to Charleston for our 3rd anniversary. We normally stay at bed and breakfasts, but we wanted to save a little money and had stayed at Holiday Inn Express in the past and were happy with them, so we booked a room here. The staff make you completely welcome here. We were greeted by Leila when we registered that evening and she wished us a happy anniversary and ensured we got a king bed. She also checked in with us by calling our room the next day to make sure everything was okay with the room. The room was clean and updated. We also decided to do something we normally do not do and eat breakfast at the hotel (again to save some money). The breakfast was good for a hotel and we enjoyed the pancake maker which was a nice change from the usual waffle maker. I didn't catch her name, but the lady that was working the breakfast each morning we were there was pleasant and kept everything stocked until closed which I was impressed with since the few times I've ever eaten breakfast at a hotel if you come last minute you lose out if they run out of things. The lady doing the breakfast also mentioned how sorry she was to see us go and she was just a nice lady all around. You are also close enough to Charleston without being downtown which was a plus for me. (parking=free!) The bed was a little too hard for me, but I got over it after the first night. Just something I had to get used too as I have a soft bed. Anyway, I would totally reccomend this Holiday Inn Express.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ChasHIE-GM, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Charleston (US 17 & I-526), responded to this review
November 4, 2012
Happy Anniversary! Thank you so much for an excellent rating. Reading your review brought a smile to my face knowing that I have such a wonderful staff that is so genuine and able to help our guests feel right at home. You are now part of our family so we will look forward to your return!
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Florence, Kentucky
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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“Wonderful Stay @ Holiday Express Charleston (US 17-I-526)”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2012

Mom & i would like to express our Thanks to the very welcoming staff at Holiday Inn Express. (October 18-21, 2012) Octavia met us at the front desk with a smile and always words of interest --whether it may be suggestions for a place to dine or a tour that we might enjoy, or simply that she had just made fresh coffee for our enjoyment! Our room was very clean and so comfortable. The staff member that handles the Breakfast Buffet each morning was so cheerful and kept everything well stocked and hot for our consumption. Will definetly recommend to friends and family. Your friends from Kentucky.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ChasHIE-GM, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Charleston (US 17 & I-526), responded to this review
November 4, 2012
It was wonderful for you to visit us from Kentucky! Our staff truly enjoys what they do and it shows. We're so happy you enjoyed us!
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Delta, British Columbia, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Excellent Guest Service”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 24, 2012

I would like to share my experience at the Holiday Inn Express in Charleston (US 17 & I 526 - October 12/13/14). First off it is a exceptionally clean hotel, the housekeeping staff really care about their work. The breakfast room was warm and inviting and the staff were on top of the food when it was extremely busy one morning.

The main reason for writing this review is to acknowledge one guest service person in particular, her name is Leila, she worked the evening shift the three nights we were there, as we came in the door to register she greeted us with a smile and welcomed us to the hotel. From that moment on she ensured our stay was comfortable and that if we needed anything that she was just a phone call away. On our arrival she gave us great information regarding a City tour, the tour was $22.00 and was 2 hours long, it was excellent and if not for Leila's suggestion we would not have been that lucky to see what we saw with a great tour guide.

Over all our stay with the Holiday Inn was superb but it would have only been 'good' if it had not been for Leila and her great smile and personality!!!!!

Thanks Leila
Kathryn Grant

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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ChasHIE-GM, General Manager at Holiday Inn Express Charleston (US 17 & I-526), responded to this review
November 2, 2012
Wow! Thank you for recognizing our staff, especially Leila. All of our employees take great pride in providing our guests an "experience", not just a room.
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Address: 1943 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407
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Region: United States > South Carolina > Coastal South Carolina > Charleston
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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#11 Family Hotels in Charleston
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Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel Charleston is the perfect choice for value and convenience, located five miles from Historic Downtown Charleston and Charleston International Airport. At check-in, enjoy freshly baked cookies and icy lemonade. In addition, our friendly staff will assist in your plans to explore Charleston shopping, Charleston golf, Charleston area beaches, great local Charleston restaurants and many other Charleston attractions. For your convenience, tours are available with convenient pick up from our lobby. Our friendly staff will assist you with Charleston tour packages, directions and discount coupons. Charleston Annual Special Events & Festivals (within 5 miles of hotel) Southeastern Wildlife Expo (February) Charleston Food & Wine Festival (February) Festival of House & Gardens (March) Flower Town Festival (April) Cooper River Bridge Run (April) Charleston Cajun Festival (April) Family Circle Cup (Tennis April) Spoleto & Piccolo Spoleto Festival (May-June) ... more   less 
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