Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dallas NE - Allen by IHG
Free breakfast, a hot tub and pool close to the old corridor
About this hotel
This IHG property sits among the closest hotels to the historic Allen station site, roughly half a mile out, and bundles free breakfast, parking and WiFi without any of the three costing extra. The outdoor pool and hot tub combination gives guests a genuine wind-down option after a day exploring the corridor or attending an Event Center show, and the traditional free breakfast runs reliably each morning rather than a stripped-down grab-and-go version. The 11am checkout is slightly tighter than some neighboring properties, worth planning around if a slow morning is the goal. Rooms are straightforward but well-kept. The IHG brand's consistent limited-service format means travelers already familiar with Holiday Inn Express elsewhere will find a similar layout and service level here.
- Free breakfast
- Outdoor pool
- Hot tub
- Free parking
Our take
I recommend Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dallas NE - Allen to budget-minded families who want the historic Texas Electric Railway Allen Station site roughly half a mile away and the basics bundled in: free breakfast, free parking and free Wi-Fi. The outdoor pool and hot tub are a welcome extra for a two-star. Note the 11am checkout, earlier than some hotels nearby, and plan the last morning accordingly.
- Eat breakfast early if you're aiming for the 11am checkout, service can get busy on weekend mornings.
- Use the hot tub in the evening after a day at the Event Center or exploring the historic corridor nearby.
- Book ahead for weekends tied to Allen events, this bundled-amenity property fills quickly at its price point.
Why we love it
- Free breakfast, parking and WiFi bundled
- Hot tub alongside the outdoor pool
- Half a mile from the historic corridor
- Reliable, well-kept budget rooms
Why guests love itAt roughly half a mile from the historic Texas Electric Railway Allen Station site, this 2-star Holiday Inn Express is close to the old line, and I find it a sensible family base. The outdoor pool and hot tub give children something to look forward to, while free breakfast, parking and Wi-Fi keep the stay simple. Note the 11am checkout, earlier than at many hotels in Allen, with check-in from 3pm.