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Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Van Buren guestrooms with free WiFi

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Free daily buffet breakfast
Interior
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1637 N 12th Court, Van Buren, AR, 72956
  • Place, Baptist Health-Van Buren
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kay Rodgers Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Harper Arena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Jetted Tub (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower) | Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Van Buren

In Van Buren .You'll find Baptist Health-Van Buren and Arkansas River within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Kay Rodgers Park and Harper Arena are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Baptist Health-Van Buren - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Alma Walking Trail - 7 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Kay Rodgers Park - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Harper Arena - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mercy Hospital Fort Smith - 11 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thai Curry - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area by IHG

Van Buren guestrooms with free WiFi
Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Van Buren hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area by IHG offers 68 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Premium cable television is provided. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 669 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jerry h.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable and cool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica, Winchester

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance, Danville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trever

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Constance

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property of the interstate. We needed a short stop over and this worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Perk is close to interstate
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man that checked us end was super nice and the 2ladies the next morning. ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good but pricey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Romona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale, Green Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and room very clean. Likes the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Starlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean , bright & comfortable!

Stayed one night on our way home to TN ; The young man at check in was exceptional; the room was large , clean ; nice bright decor ; nice bathroom & comfortable bed ; breakfast & coffee were good ; morning front desk staff was a bit grumpy; elevator was slow , but was a lovely facility & restful stay !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025