I couldn't believe this was a Holiday Inn!
I had read about Holiday Inn renovating their hotels but I couldn't believe the difference. Before I would only be caught dead in a Holiday Inn had the title Express after it but I have completely changed my mind. 
The service was EXCELLENT at the front desk. I came in grumpy after a long drive and I was greeted with fresh baked cookies and a smile. Then, just because we are loyalty program members they upgraded us to a suite. The room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. I was surprised to find that they had room service and a restaurant with an amazing breakfast. Plus a pantry for any little items you might have left behind. We didn't get to take advantage of the fitness center or pool which I was hoping to do but I imagine they would have exceeded my expectations as everything else at this hotel did.
The best part was that with our AAA discount, our room was only $108! A steal for what we received. We'll definitely consider this hotel again when we are in the area.