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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Western Carolina University

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area offers a rural setting with a welcoming garden. Guests can use the fitness center, 24-hour business center, free WiFi, and extended parking. Staff are ready to assist with local recommendations.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is ₹8,963
₹10,128 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm, Accessible Tub)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Room amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
26 Rufus Robinson Road, Sylva, NC, 28779

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Oaks Gallery - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 20 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 22 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 24 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lulu's On Main - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dalaya - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mad Batter Food & Film - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Balsam Falls Eatery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

Hotel near Western Carolina University
Located close to Sequoyah National Golf Club, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a garden and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a computer station
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 67 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and shower/bath combinations
  • 65-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and cots/infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 388 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Built in 2003
  • No plastic drinking straws

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Indoor pool

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
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.00 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.00 per stay

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 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Alcohol is not served at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Stes Dillsboro-Western Carolina
Holiday Inn Express Stes Dillsboro-Western Carolina
Holiday Inn Express Sylva Western Carolina Area Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Western Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Sylva Western Carolina Area
Holiday Inn Express Western
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Stes Dillsboro Western Carolina
Holiday Inn Express Suites Sylva Western Carolina Area
Holiday Inn Express Suites Sylva Western Carolina Area by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG on 4 Dec 2025 start from ₹8,962.87, 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.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Western Carolina University and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Sequoyah National Golf Club. Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Museum of the Cherokee Indian are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 583 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and freshly remodeled rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. The room was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent. Friendly and accommodating. Rooms were clean and the breakfast was great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious suites. Great coffee and breakfast as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was clean everything worked the way it was supposed to the breakfast in the morning was fantastic. This was the best hotel that we stayed at on our recent trip. We stayed at three different hotels, and this was by far the best. If I was ever in the area, I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. Breakfast was good. The tables were nice and clean and everything was well Prepared and Clean.The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very good stay. It’s noisy due to the road noise (lots of trucks hitting their jake brake) The was a bad smell outside the property…like a sewer backup or something.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent! Great staff! Easy Check-in! Updated & modern facilities!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast, loved location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facility was very clean; staff was very helpful. Breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Friendly staff. Easy location. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful staff, room, breakfast and amenities!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was so sweet and rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adelheid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Amenities
Big TV in room, soft sheets, awesome pool, love this place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bert clean hotel, good breakfast, quiet setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were inviting, clean and comfortable. The lady who checked us in was amazing! Breakfast was so good! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joel & Trishalee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the amazing spread they put out for the free breakfast. Staff was also very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

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

Great Stay!

We had a great stay. The staff was very friendly when we checked in. Our room was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025