HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS DEFUNIAK SPRINGS BY IHG, DeFuniak Springs

Holiday Inn Express Defuniak Springs By Ihg - Interior corridor hotel near Emerald Coast beaches

Located off Interstate 10 Exit 85, Holiday Inn Express Defuniak Springs offers the only interior corridor lodging in the area. The hotel is 30 minutes from the Emerald Coast beaches and 45 minutes from both Beaches International Airport and Northwest Florida Regional Airport. Amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, fitness center with equipment ranging from 5-50 lb weights, business center, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Guests receive a free Express Start breakfast daily. The property is within 5 minutes of Lake Defuniak (one of two perfectly round spring-fed lakes in the world) and Chautauqua Vineyards, with easy access to Ponce De Leon Springs State Park and Vortex Springs diving location.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free self-parking (no vehicles over 20 feet)

24-hour front desk with wake-up call service

Complimentary newspapers in the lobby

Guest laundry facilities (open 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)

Pet-friendly accommodations ($25 per pet, per night)

Accessibility features including ADA-compliant lifts and visual alarms

Guest Rooms

The hotel offers 75 smoke-free, air-conditioned rooms with options including two queen beds or a king bed with pullout sofa. Each room features a 42-inch HDTV with premium cable channels, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker. All accommodations include private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hairdryers. Rooms provide desk-level electrical outlets and free high-speed internet. Connecting rooms are available upon request.

Other conveniences

Separate hanging closet and blackout shades

Work desk with lamp and AC/heating controls

Iron and ironing board in all rooms

Free local telephone calls

Cribs available upon request

Lift access to all floors