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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lebanon

A reliable modern chain hotel with consistent amenities, free breakfast, and clean rooms for travelers who want chain predictability alongside their Route 66 adventures.

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The Holiday Inn Express and Suites in Lebanon offers the kind of consistent, predictable chain-hotel experience that some travelers want to balance against the more atmospheric but less standardized offerings of motels like the Munger Moss. Located near the Interstate 44 exits that serve Lebanon, the hotel provides easy in-and-out access for travelers who want to position themselves for an early morning departure, while still being only a short drive from all the Route 66 attractions on the old highway alignment through downtown.

Standard amenities include free hot breakfast served in a dedicated breakfast room each morning, free Wi-Fi throughout the property, an indoor pool and fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and the standard IHG loyalty program benefits for Holiday Inn Club members. Rooms come in standard and suite configurations, with king and double-queen options across both tiers. All rooms include refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, individual climate control, work desks, and flat-screen televisions with cable.

The hotel works particularly well for travelers who are extending their stay in Lebanon to multiple nights, traveling with children who appreciate a swimming pool, or simply preferring the standardized cleanliness and amenities of a national chain. It is not the most romantic or atmospheric option in town, and travelers who came to Lebanon specifically for the Route 66 experience may find the Munger Moss a more thematically appropriate base. But for travelers who want the highway by day and a familiar hotel chain by night, the Holiday Inn Express delivers exactly what its brand promises.

Rooms and Amenities

Standard rooms at the Holiday Inn Express Lebanon include either a single king bed or two queen beds, with private bathroom, work desk, mini-refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and a 43-inch flat-screen television. Beds use the proprietary Holiday Inn Express bedding standard that frequent travelers will recognize, with crisp white linens, multiple pillow options, and supportive but not overly firm mattresses. Suites add a separate living area with a sleeper sofa, which works well for families or for travelers who want extra space to spread out during a longer stay.

Bathrooms feature standard chain-hotel amenities including hair dryers, full-size mirrors, and complimentary toiletries from the hotel's contracted supplier. Water pressure is consistent and hot water is reliable. Towels are plentiful and replaced daily on request, though the hotel participates in standard environmental programs that allow guests to reuse towels and sheets for multiple nights to reduce water consumption. The hotel is fully ADA-accessible with several accessible rooms available on request.

The hotel includes an indoor swimming pool and adjacent fitness center, both available 24 hours a day to registered guests with room keys. The pool is heated and maintained at a comfortable temperature year-round, making it usable even in winter months when outdoor pools at competing properties are closed. The fitness center includes a treadmill, elliptical, stationary bicycle, and free weights, sufficient for travelers maintaining a workout routine during longer Route 66 trips. A guest laundry room with coin-operated machines is available for travelers extending their stays.

Breakfast and Services

The free hot breakfast at Holiday Inn Express is one of the brand's signature features and is well-executed at the Lebanon property. The breakfast room serves a rotating selection that includes scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, biscuits and gravy, oatmeal, yogurt parfaits, cereals, pastries, fresh fruit, juices, coffee, and tea. The signature cinnamon roll, which is warmed and served fresh, has become a brand standard that many loyal Holiday Inn Express guests look forward to. Service hours typically run from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. on weekends.

Front desk staff is generally helpful with local recommendations, can print boarding passes or trip itineraries on request, and stocks a small selection of forgotten-essential items like toothbrushes and razors for travelers who left things behind. The hotel offers a business center with computers and printers for guests who need workspace beyond their rooms. Convenience items including snacks, drinks, and toiletries can be purchased from a small lobby market available 24 hours.

Pets are welcome at the property for an additional nightly fee, with weight and breed restrictions specified at the time of booking. The hotel does not have a designated pet relief area on the property, but the surrounding grassy areas are suitable for dog walking. Parking is free and ample, with separate spaces designated for larger vehicles like trucks and RVs. Electric vehicle charging may be available depending on the specific property infrastructure at the time of your visit, so check during booking if EV charging is essential.

How to Choose Between Holiday Inn Express and Munger Moss

Travelers planning a Lebanon stay often debate whether to book the Munger Moss for its iconic Route 66 atmosphere or the Holiday Inn Express for its modern conveniences. Both are valid choices and serve different traveler preferences. The Munger Moss wins on character, history, photographic appeal, and price, with rooms typically running about thirty to fifty dollars less per night than the Holiday Inn Express. The Holiday Inn Express wins on consistency, amenities like a heated indoor pool and full fitness center, breakfast included in the rate, and easier 24-hour check-in for late-arriving travelers.

A common compromise for travelers spending two nights in Lebanon is to book one night at the Munger Moss for the Route 66 experience and one night at the Holiday Inn Express for the modern comforts. This gives you photographs in front of the Munger Moss neon sign, conversations with Ramona Lehman, and the chance to experience a themed room, while also providing a pool day for the kids or a working fitness center for travelers maintaining routines. The geographic proximity of the two properties makes the switch logistically simple.

For travelers booking just one night, the choice usually comes down to priorities. If photographs, atmosphere, and authentic Route 66 character matter most, choose the Munger Moss. If predictable cleanliness, modern bathrooms, breakfast included, and a swimming pool matter most, choose the Holiday Inn Express. Both will treat you well, both have positive customer reviews, and both contribute to Lebanon's hospitality economy. The Centennial year 2026 will see exceptionally high demand for both, so book whichever you prefer as early as possible.

Visitor Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

01Is breakfast really included?expand_more

Yes. A full hot breakfast is included in every room rate, served typically from 6 to 9 a.m. weekdays and 7 to 10 a.m. weekends. The signature cinnamon roll is a brand highlight.

02Is there an indoor pool?expand_more

Yes, the hotel features an indoor heated swimming pool that operates year-round, plus an adjacent fitness center. Both are available 24 hours to registered guests.

03Can I bring my dog?expand_more

Yes, pets are welcome for an additional nightly fee, subject to weight and breed restrictions. Confirm specifics at the time of booking via the website or by calling 417-532-5545.

04How does it compare to the Munger Moss?expand_more

The Holiday Inn Express offers modern chain-hotel consistency with breakfast and a pool, while the Munger Moss offers authentic Route 66 character and a lower nightly rate. Many travelers split a multi-night stay between both.

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