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Holiday Inn Express Charles Town by IHG

Contemporary hotel near Hollywood Casino and Harpers Ferry National Park. Features free parking, hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, indoor pool, and LGBTQ+ friendly amenities.

681 Flowing Springs Rd, Ranson, WV 25438, United States View on map
9/10
Exceptional Based on 812 recent guest reviews
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stay with friendly service

Recent guests highlight the attentive and polite staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and convenient location near the casino and Harpers Ferry. The complimentary hot breakfast and shuttle service are frequently mentioned as valuable perks.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, accommodating, and efficient front desk and shuttle staff
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with larger-than-average beds
  • Hot and tasty complimentary breakfast with good variety
  • Convenient location close to Hollywood Casino and Harpers Ferry
  • Quiet, well-maintained property with free parking and Wi-Fi

Worth knowing

  • Some rooms have curtains that do not fully close, affecting morning light control
  • Televisions are smaller and basic compared to some newer hotels
  • The hotel is an older property but kept in good condition
  • Shuttle service availability and schedule may be limited to nearby spots

Best for

  • Visitors planning to explore Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
  • Guests attending events or gaming at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
  • Travelers seeking family-friendly amenities with indoor pool and exercise room
  • LGBTQ+ travelers looking for a welcoming environment
  • Anyone wanting a reliable, comfortable hotel with good breakfast included
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About this property

Welcome to Holiday Inn Express Charles Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Charles Town by IHG is a contemporary hotel located just off Highway 9 in Ranson, West Virginia. Its setting provides convenient access to local attractions such as the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, only a mile away, and the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park about eight miles from the property. Guests interested in history and outdoor activities will appreciate the proximity to Harpers Ferry, with its hiking trails and museums, as well as John Brown's Fort nearby.

Designed to accommodate a variety of travelers, including those attending conferences or weddings, the property offers practical amenities that include free parking, complimentary hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, an exercise room, and an indoor pool. The hotel is known to be LGBTQ+ friendly, making it welcoming to a diverse range of guests. Check-in is from 3:00 PM with check-out at 11:00 AM, facilitating a smooth stay.

Guest reviews commonly highlight the hotel's clean and comfortable rooms with larger-than-average space and attentive, friendly staff. The free shuttle service to the nearby casino receives positive mentions, enhancing convenience for visitors. Some feedback notes minor issues such as window curtains that don't fully close and modest television sizes, but these are generally seen as small drawbacks in an otherwise solid accommodation.

For travelers arriving by air, the hotel is within approximately an hour’s drive from three major airports: Dulles International, Ronald Reagan Washington National, and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall. Nearby lodging options include several hotels within a mile, offering alternatives for those seeking different preferences or price points. Overall, the property suits visitors looking for accessible accommodations with practical amenities near Charles Town’s popular attractions.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Dasha Apr 06, 2026
10

Good hotel, tasty breakfast, friendly staff! Great location if you visiting casino, they over shuttle services tot he casino. Sorry forgot to take pictures of the room.

BM
Brenda Metzger Mar 28, 2026
10

We had a great stay! The staff was attentive and kind, the breakfast was hot and delicious!

MJ
Mrs J Feb 15, 2026
10

This hotel & staff were great. The beds were very comfortable & rooms are larger than average. The staff were all very friendly. We enjoyed the free shuttle to several places close by, including the casino. The shuttle driver was awesome. The only suggestion I have is to change the room curtains to allow them to close. Having them wide open was not something we enjoyed when the sun came up. But thats a minor thing compared to the overall value of this hotel.

JG
Jack Garcia Feb 02, 2026
10

Clean rooms, free breakfast with great food and options. We came in late and a young women named Alyssa (I believe) got us checked in. The phone was ringing off the hanger and a large group came in with us at the same time. I was dead tired from a long day and she was quick to help us get checked in and beautifully polite. Capable and kind staff and comfortable clean beds to sleep in.

KN
Ken Noble Jan 22, 2026
8.0

Very accommodating front desk. I had mistakenly reserved for TDay Eve instead of TDay. Switching stay at last minute was no cost or trouble. Breakfast good per usual.

BL
Becky Landes Jan 01, 2026
10

Overnight stay using IHG points. Great value and accessible location. Front desk staff was exceptional as were the breakfast and housekeeping team. The facility is an older one but in good shape with comfy, clean rooms, ample complimentary breakfast space, efficient climate control, and quiet common areas. So close to beautiful Harper's Ferry and the Casino at Charles Town.

DC
Dave Cimino Dec 28, 2025
10

Stopped there on a motorcycle trip on the spot on a Saturday. Got a great clean room staff were super friendly and pleasant! The whole property was well taken care of and you can just tell management is doing a great job. Highly recommended

DM
Derek mooney Dec 23, 2025
8.0

Clean rooms. Polite staff. Televisions were low grade and small, but no issue other than that.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Holiday Inn Express Charles Town by IHG

Ranson, West Virginia, USA

Set off Highway 9, this modern hotel is 1 mile from the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, and 8 miles from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park.

  • Martin's Charles Town 11 min Walk
  • Dulles International Airport 1 hr Car · 4 hr 42 Transit
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport 1 hr 17 Car · 4 hr Transit
  • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) 1 hr 17 Car · 4 hr 47 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in West Virginia. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park 12,518 reviews

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

171 Shoreline Dr, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425, United States

4.8 · Historical Place
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races 9,078 reviews

Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races

750 Hollywood Dr, Charles Town, WV 25414, United States

4 · Casino
John Brown's Fort 696 reviews

John Brown's Fort

814 Shenandoah St, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425, United States

4.7 · Historical Landmark
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