Complimentary Breakfast
Start the day with a fresh, hot breakfast including specialty coffee machines rarely found at similar hotels.
3-star hotel near Texas A&M with clean rooms, free breakfast, outdoor pool, and convenient access to Bryan attractions and business centers.
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This 3-star property in Bryan offers straightforward comfort with clean, unfussy rooms and suites tailored for both leisure and business travelers. Guests appreciate the complimentary breakfast and free Wi-Fi, making early mornings and remote work convenient. The outdoor pool provides a relaxing retreat after a day exploring local attractions or attending events at the conference center.
Situated just a mile from State Highway 6, the hotel is within a short drive to Texas A&M University, the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, and other notable Bryan and College Station landmarks. While modern and well-maintained, the hotel keeps things simple, emphasizing functionality and comfort over luxury.
The friendly and attentive staff contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, although some guests noted occasional front desk delays during late arrivals. Rooms are quiet and equipped with practical amenities including air conditioning and laundry services, ideal for extended stays or family visits. The setting is child-friendly and accessible, reinforcing its suitability for a broad range of travelers.
Three signals that shape how this stay actually feels.
Start the day with a fresh, hot breakfast including specialty coffee machines rarely found at similar hotels.
Facilities support business travelers and groups, including a conference center and wedding venue options.
Located off major roads with gated parking and secure premises for peace of mind.
Rooms, common spaces and the small details that shape the stay. Click any photo to view larger.
A snapshot of guest ratings and stories behind the stay.
“This place is impressive. As soon as we arrived you can smell the cleanness. Mind you we got here at 4 pm. Swimming pool is small but nice and clean area safe and gated. The view is great so many green trees. We have been in a lot of hotels due to our job, and the dove products are a 1st for me. The personal coffee station is awesome. Who ever runs this hotel knows how to invest in keeping customers happy. Making their stay comfortable, which is the most important thing! We thankyou all bc it takes alot of work and effort to do this.”
“Clean almost brand new IHG Holiday Inn Express. Hotel was almost new. Public areas and room was clean and everything working properly. Double screen on the room windows so it was very dark while sleeping. During check-in and checkout, front office person greeted us and they were smiling. Breakfast was standard IHG Holiday Inn Express breakfast, nothing was missing. Everything was hot and delicious. Coffee was great, I stayed to many times on IHG Holiday Express hotels, but I saw first time this kind of coffee machine, which was grinding from coffee beans and prepares hot coffee. There were two coffee machines so there was no wait time. Location is good, not far away from center and shopping places and not noisy. Parking lot is very lit and looks safe. Absolutely I will stay again if I go to College Station”
“What a stay! I hate that I didn't get the name of the young ladies who checked us in and out. They were both awesome! The way you're greeted at a hotel sets the tone. And just because we're on our way out doesn't mean the experience is over. Kudos to a top tier team. The rooms are quiet, well designed and spacious. There are plenty of USB ports and outlets. The chaise in our room was perfect for late night reading. This is a great location. Not close to the road so fairly quiet. There's special parking for IHG members, and plenty of accessible parking too. There's complimentary breakfast, a petite business center, and room to lounge. We'll definitely consider staying here again.”
“Overall, a good hotel that I've stayed at before for work trips. I'll stay here again. However, I had one rough experience last time I stayed. A few days after we had icy weather here in Texas, a coworker and I rolled in at 10pm-ish, had to wait a long time at the front desk for someone to show up. Like, over 15 minutes, and when I called the hotel no one picked up and we heard the phone ring from behind the desk. When someone finally arrived, they said they were busy changing the thermostats on the 3rd floor. Well, I was given a room on the 3rd floor, and the thermostat wasn't changed. It was on cooling still. So I changed it to heat at 75 and it took forever to get the room to a decent temperature. I forget what it was initially but in my picture I had it at 52F. I was feeling pretty miserable about it because I was tired after a long day of travel and just wanted to sleep. I even took a hot shower hoping it would warm the room up faster but it didn't really help. It took a few hours, I slept after about two hours when it was low/mid 60s (I prefer a cozy 72 though). Besides that, the stay was like other stays I've had before -- clean, quiet, convenient. I'll stay here again, but that was a really irritating experience. My coworker was on a separate floor and had no problem, I would have switched rooms but I didn't expect it to take hours for the room to heat up.”
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Practical details to know before you check in.
Check in from 15:00, check out by 12:00 for smooth arrivals and departures.
Maintain comfort year-round with air-conditioned rooms.
Facilities include accessible access points to accommodate all guests.
Appropriate amenities and environment for families traveling with children.
Entire property is smoke-free ensuring healthier air quality.
Available on-site for guest convenience during extended stays.
Access workspace essentials for productive trips.
+1 979-703-4774 for reservations or inquiries.
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