Holiday Inn Express Defuniak Springs By Ihg

“Excellent hotel!”

Good hotel, but staff were outstanding! Unfailingly helpful, kind, and courteous! Rooms were clean, though of average size. Pretty good breakfast for a chain, especially the warm cinnamon rolls. There's a single washer and dryer for guest use on the second floor. They take quarters. We stayed… more

Good hotel, but staff were outstanding! Unfailingly helpful, kind, and courteous! Rooms were clean, though of average size. Pretty good breakfast for a chain, especially the warm cinnamon rolls. There's a single washer and dryer for guest use on the second floor. They take quarters. We stayed during an evacuation from Hurricane Helene, and staff were calm amid the chaos. This is a very pet-friendly hotel, so you can expect to hear dogs barking sometimes. All in all, a great stay, and we intend to come back when we have to evacuate again.

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“Comfort in the Midst of Hurricane Milton”

While this is by no means a 5 Star Resort, the staff treated us like we were Royalty. So kind and friendly faces at the Reception area as well as at breakfast in the morning. We found this little gem while evacuating for Hurricane Milton. The Staff was very caring and genuine in their concern for t… more

While this is by no means a 5 Star Resort, the staff treated us like we were Royalty. So kind and friendly faces at the Reception area as well as at breakfast in the morning. We found this little gem while evacuating for Hurricane Milton. The Staff was very caring and genuine in their concern for the occupants of the hotel, of which most , or all, at the time we were there were evacuating from their homes in West Central Florida. Not only did they welcome our small dog, the grounds are very well kept and he loved the nicely manicured lawn. Entire property is very clean, and our room was just fine and very comfortable for the two days we stayed there. AC worked great, Refrigerator and microwave in room, and nice hot breakfast each morning. Would stay there again without hesitation, should we need a room in that part of Florida in the future.

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“Quick Overnight in Defuniak Springs, FL”

On July 6, 2024, we stayed at the Holiday Inn in Defuniak Springs, FL. Our check-in experience was smooth, and a charming gentleman assisted us. He provided us with our room keys and explained the entry points, breakfast arrangements for the following day, and nearby dining options. Our room was cl… more

On July 6, 2024, we stayed at the Holiday Inn in Defuniak Springs, FL. Our check-in experience was smooth, and a charming gentleman assisted us. He provided us with our room keys and explained the entry points, breakfast arrangements for the following day, and nearby dining options. Our room was clean, and despite our usual preference for adjoining rooms, it worked out perfectly as our kids and grandbabies were next door. Both rooms were equipped with two queen beds, a chair, a desk, a mini-fridge, a coffee maker, and a bathroom. However, we were disturbed by loud talking, TV noise, and a barking dog from the adjacent room after 11 pm, which kept us awake. I contacted the front desk, and the gentleman assured us that he would address the issue. Shortly after our call, the noise stopped. We are grateful for the kindness we received during our overnight stay.

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“Cookie cutter hotel”

I stayed at the Holiday Inn Express Defuniak Springs by IHG almost a week ago, my goal was to check in (I had my dog with me), grab a bite to eat locally, walk my pup in a safe location, relax and enjoy my evening before checking out in the morning and continuing my trip back home. Most of my goal … more

I stayed at the Holiday Inn Express Defuniak Springs by IHG almost a week ago, my goal was to check in (I had my dog with me), grab a bite to eat locally, walk my pup in a safe location, relax and enjoy my evening before checking out in the morning and continuing my trip back home. Most of my goal was achieved. I liked the fact that there were many guests, perhaps more workers coming in/out of the area than families, but it gave me a sense of security having people around. The exterior of the hotel was clean, and the parking lot was set up so that guests with larger vehicles had ample space to park in the back. There was a gazebo and a small, wooded area, nice for sitting outside for a bit or walking your dog and not bothering any other guests while doing so. There was a "Poop" post towards the back with ample waste bags. The size of the room and bathroom were sufficient. I had a king size room but was given the handicap accessible room which I didn't need but it would seem suitable for anyone with a handicap. The bathroom had a shower chair; there was a doorbell and two peepholes. One located at wheelchair height. The decor was average, what you would expect from a Holiday Inn Express. The room was clean and had sufficient towels. The neighboring area was off the main road, so it was quiet, and I was able to sleep. My chief complaints are that the fridge never got cold, my beverages were barely kept cool and the air conditioning never cooled off my room completely. It wasn't humid in the room, but it was not to my satisfaction. I did not report it to staff as I was so exhausted from the drive I had I was just looking forward to getting home within the next couple days. I was there just to relax and get some sleep. The lobby was clean and there were fresh cookies at the front desk. Gabriel checked us in, and he was very friendly and helpful. The overall impression of the hotel is it is a cookie cutter place to have a clean room and accommodations for a night or two. The bed and pillows were not firm enough for my comfort level, but I made do. There is a desk area and sufficient lighting in the room. Thank you, Holiday Inn Express Defuniak Springs by IHG for a decent overnight stay. I hope that maintenance will be checking on the fridge as well as air conditioning in all of the rooms as the Summer has only begun. Thank you.

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