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

Several red flags — 4.2★ guest rating

2★ class · 4.2 guest rating · 777 reviews · ~$115/night

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Peace of Mind Score

medium confidence

How we scored it

Quality & cleanliness

4.2★ guest rating

Location & access

2.7★ location/transit/airport access; 3010 km from the city centre

Trust & class

777 reviews, 2-star, 11 amenities

Price fairness

fairly priced for the area

Not part of the score — a cheap room can be cheap for reasons we can't see

Business47% positive · 42% negative

Breakfast85% positive · 12% negative

Gym88% positive · 13% negative

Fitness70% positive · 21% negative

Hot Tub67% positive · 17% negative

Restaurant85% positive · 10% negative

Free breakfast

On-site food & drink, as listed by the property.

Free Wi‑FiFree parkingIndoor poolAir conditioningPet-friendlyFitness centerAccessibleBusiness centerKid-friendlySmoke-free property

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