Title: Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG Hotel in Ripley with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/9d178892.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Suite, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/c3ae9c32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/e69a08d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/935ffe5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/ca2ab22b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY, an IHG Hotel, is centrally located, offering comfort and relaxation. Guests can unwind by the lobby fireplace or in the spa tub. Free WiFi and laundry facilities make extended stays feel like home. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - Hot tub - Room service - Pool - Gym - Pet-friendly ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 4 - Nov. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=2994867&PinnedHotelID=2994867&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=2994867&PinnedHotelID=2994867&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 5 - Nov. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=2994867&PinnedHotelID=2994867&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=2994867&PinnedHotelID=2994867&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=2994867&PinnedHotelID=2994867&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=2994867&PinnedHotelID=2994867&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - 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Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/06605c00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/5dc8db6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/5dc8db6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/5dc8db6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/5dc8db6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/06605c00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds 8.8 Excellent 10 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/5dc8db6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Queen Beds 8.8 Excellent 13 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/5dc8db6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Fireplace Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994900/2994867/1567d918.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator HDTV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRipley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-RIPLEY.h2994867.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRipley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-RIPLEY.h2994867.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.81816%2C-81.72267&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=z4zi6WBvSVg-aC5fysnnlJVlNqw=) 110 Memorial Dr, Ripley, WV, 25271 #### What's nearby - North Charleston Recreation Center - 35 min drive - 69.5 km - Mothman Museum - 39 min drive - 54.8 km - Mothman Statue - 39 min drive - 54.8 km - Point Pleasant River Museum & Learning Center - 39 min drive - 54.8 km - Mardi Gras Casino - 47 min drive - 74.4 km #### Getting around - Charleston, WV (CRW-Yeager) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG Property highlights Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center. Other perks at this hotel include: - An indoor pool - Free self parking - A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and barbecue grills - An elevator, outdoor furniture, and a front-desk safe - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 72 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers - 50-inch HDTVs with premium channels - Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5300/5242/8c09a03a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality Inn Ripley - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 6.4 675 reviews CA $90 CA $102 total includes taxes & fees Nov 21 - Nov 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=5242&PinnedHotelID=5242&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969800/969779/a156821d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Ripley Ripley - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.8 Good 902 reviews CA $85 CA $96 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=969779&PinnedHotelID=969779&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28930000/28927900/28927864/e8bcb93d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### McCoy's Inn Ripley - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 378 reviews CA $167 CA $188 total includes taxes & fees Nov 5 - Nov 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=28927864&PinnedHotelID=28927864&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117860000/117859400/117859338/cd2e7bf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming apartment in fantastic Ravenswood with AC, WiFi Ravenswood - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $84 CA $220 total includes taxes & fees Nov 18 - Nov 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=117859338&PinnedHotelID=117859338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Hot tub - Indoor pool ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - 226 square feet of conference space - 24-hour business center - Computer station - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - 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 - Elevator ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - Banquet hall - Built in 2009 - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby - No plastic drinking straws ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Electrical adapters - Free local calls - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25 per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet deposit: USD 25 per night - Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 Cashless transactions are available This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) ### We should mention Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM 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 This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Holiday Inn Express Hotel RIPLEY Holiday Inn Express RIPLEY Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Ripley Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites RIPLEY ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–11 PM. ### How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG? > As of Nov 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG on Nov 29, 2025 start from CA $183.53, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Ripley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-RIPLEY.h2994867.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 25 per night and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG? > Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites RIPLEY by IHG located? > Situated in Ripley, this hotel is 12 mi (19.4 km) from Ohio River and within 20 mi (32 km) of Ohio River Valley and Buffington Island State Memorial. Chestnut Ridge Winery and Forked Run State Park are also within 32 mi (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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