Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vandalia by IHG

4.3
663 reviews
Take advantage of our location and enjoy warm-hearted hospitality.

About

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Experience Simple, Smart travel at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vandalia, located in historic Vandalia, Illinois. Whether traveling with family or on business, enjoy modern amenities and find everything you need for a convenient stay. Conveniently located just off I-70, our hotel makes travel a breeze. Explore popular roadside attractions like the Kaskaskia Dragon or enjoy shopping and dining in downtown Vandalia. For outdoor activities, play a round of golf at Indian Springs Golf Course or take a swim at Vandalia Lake. Don't miss seasonal events like Summerfest at Vandalia Lake or the annual Car Show and Cruise. Rest and recharge in our comfortable rooms and suites, featuring a Keurig coffee maker, mini fridge, and microwave. Jump-start each day with our complimentary breakfast and stay productive in our 24-hour business center. Unwind in our refreshing heated indoor pool and hot tub or keep up your fitness routine in our 24-hour fitness center. Welcome to Vandalia, Illinois!

Location

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vandalia by IHG
21 Mattes Avenue, Vandalia, IL
62471, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
663 reviews
5 stars
390
4 stars
162
3 stars
49
2 stars
19
1 star
43

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness Issues

Numerous reviews highlighted dirty rooms, including unclean bathrooms and leftover items from previous guests.

Staff Performance

While some guests praised friendly staff, others reported unhelpful or rude interactions, particularly at the front desk.

Amenities and Maintenance

Guests frequently mentioned broken amenities, such as the hot tub and elevator, and issues with water pressure and cleanliness in common areas.

Breakfast Quality

The breakfast offerings received mixed reviews, with some guests finding it lacking in variety and quality.

Location Convenience

The hotel is conveniently located near Walmart and the highway, making it a good stop for travelers.
  • MH
    Mark Haake
    Jan 5, 2026
    3.0
    Barking dogs
  • YF
    Yana Feldman
    Jan 4, 2026
    5.0
    Great spot for cross country travel. Hot breakfast, pool for kids, new modern furniture and felt very clean, (more renovations coming to open up the gym room it seemed). Many things (maybe everything) in our room seemed like they were remodeled within a month or so. Modern lighting in the rooms that made it feel more polished and comfortable: comfortable lighting options where you could have it pretty dark for someone sleeping while lighter in other parts of the room (my kids counted 13 different light switches because of built ins). Comfortable beds and pillows. Modern hall tree convenient for coats/luggage/kids backpacks. Also easy to control the temperature in the room. We liked it so much going in one direction cross country that we decided to stay in the same one on the way back. Also very convenient that you can walk over to the Walmart supercenter. After long driving the walk is perfect to get some exercise and makes the hotel stay less of a nuisance since you can grab say hot microwaveable food, quick utensils, or extra underwear for kids because...kids! Or pool shoes in the middle of winter because you don't want to walk the halls barefoot or in winter boots :).
  • RR
    Rook
    Dec 25, 2025
    1.0
    No luggage carts on Christmas Night and no idea how to solve the issue.
  • TH
    Tom Hart
    Dec 21, 2025
    2.0
    Remodeling as advertised. But at $142 in a small town, no exercise room, no water pressure, pass on by and go to Effingham or the STL suburbs. Disappointed.
  • JM
    Jen Miller
    Dec 10, 2025
    1.0
    I've stayed at hundreds of IHG properties, and this is by far the worst I've ever experienced. It was so bad that I left My room was dirty, with dirt on the bedspread, and dead bugs in different places throughout the room. One of the curtains also had a large, fist-sized hole in it. I was only given one towel - not just one bath towel, but one towel total. No bath mat. No hand towel. No wash cloth. ONE towel. The worst part, though, was that the employee who checked me in made inappropriate comments about her body to me. Given the dirty condition of the room, and how uncomfortable she made me feel, I left. The owner offered me a full refund, and then reneged on that too, saying I had to reach out to IHG corporate if I wanted the rest of my points back. I am still fighting for the full refund. Do not stay here.

Frequently Asked Questions About Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vandalia by IHG

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vandalia?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vandalia offers complimentary on-site parking for all our guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vandalia offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vandalia offers a complimentary Express Start® Breakfast buffet with a variety of hot and cold options.