Candlewood Suites Wake Forest-Raleigh Area By Ihg, Wake Forest ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

12050 Retail Drive, Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States, 27587

Candlewood Suites Wake Forest-Raleigh Area By IHG offers apartment-style suites equipped with full kitchens, making it suitable for both long-term and short-term stays. This pet-friendly extended stay hotel features a 24-hour fitness center and on-site laundry facilities. A convenience store, Candlewood Cupboard, is available for snacks and beverages.

Rooms & Amenities

Candlewood Suites Wake Forest provides 81 spacious suites that include premium bedding, workspaces, and air conditioning. Each suite features a fully equipped kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and essential cooking utensils. HD flat-screen TVs with cable channels are standard in all accommodations.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include the on-site Candlewood Cupboard, which offers a variety of food and beverage items for purchase. Nearby restaurants within walking distance feature international and regional cuisine along with fast food options.

Leisure & Services

Candlewood Suites features a 24-hour fitness center for guests to maintain their exercise routines. The property also offers complimentary parking, laundry facilities, and a business center. Group accommodations are available, catering to families and sports teams.

Local Area

The hotel is conveniently located near several local attractions, including Falls Lake and Cross + Main. Guests can explore historic downtown Wake Forest, which is known for its unique shops and dining options. Major highways provide easy access to neighboring cities, Raleigh and Durham.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Studio Suite

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Studio Queen Suite Accessible Roll Shower

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Studio Suite

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Centre

Wake Forest 3.1 km

Airports

Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) 37.3 km

Danville Regional (DAN) 127.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Perfect Kitchen Setup

“The kitchen facilities were fantastic, allowing me to prepare meals easily with all the necessary utensils at hand.” view full review

Spacious Rooms

“I was pleasantly surprised by the size of the room; it provided ample space to unwind and feel at home during my stay.” view full review

Super Comfortable Bedding

“The bedding was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep that left me feeling refreshed each morning.” view full review

Luxurious Bathroom

“The huge bathroom was a good surprise, providing both space and cleanliness that made my stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Internet access
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

12050 Retail Drive, Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States, 27587

Map view

12050 Retail Drive, Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States, 27587

City landmarks

Christian Missionary Faith Church Inc

780 m

Church

St Johns Episcopal Church

790 m

Tyler Run

2.0 km

Forest

Downtown Wake Forest

3.0 km

Church

Wake Forest Presbyterian Church

1.6 km

Church

Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Church

1.7 km

Zoofauna

1.9 km

405 Brooks St

Wake Forest Renaissance Centre

3.1 km

Park

E. Carroll Joyner Park

3.2 km

150 S White St

NC General Stores

3.0 km

414 N Main St

Wake Forest Historical Museum

3.4 km

Amusement Park

Tyler Run Park

3.3 km

Church

Wake Forest United Methodist Church

2.6 km

Church

North Wake Church

2.6 km

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

2.9 km

Golf Course

TPC Wakefield Plantation

3.1 km

Church

Wake Forest Baptist Church

2.9 km

Gallery

The Artist's Loft

3.0 km

Church

Hope Baptist Church

3.1 km

2100 Old NC Highway 98

Forest Ridge Park

3.4 km

Church

Wake Forest Church of the Nazarene

3.2 km

Polar Ice House

3.2 km

Church

Wake Union Baptist Church

3.3 km

Wake Forest College Birthplace

3.3 km

Wake Forest Recreation Info

3.3 km

Wake Forest Parks and Recreation

3.3 km

Church

Christ Our Hope Church

3.4 km

Grace Baptist Church

3.4 km

Olive Branch Baptist Church

3.6 km

Marquee Cinemas-Wakefield 12

3.8 km

Nearby

Christian Missionary Faith Church Inc

500 m

Restaurants

Sticky Rice

270 m

927 Durham Rd #107

Zaxby's of Wake Forest

620 m

995 Durham Rd

Pizza Hut

560 m

12239 Capital Blvd

Dairy Queen

760 m

12271 Capital Blvd

Burger King

850 m

12301 Capital Blvd

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

8.3

Service

9.0

Dining

7.7

Kathy

United States, April 2024

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were clean and comfy, and the staff was super friendly. The location is great, close to shopping areas and in town. The dining experience was a bit lacking with limited soup options. Overall, it's a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms with two queen beds were spacious and had a bathtub. The beds were very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, and they offered dry cleaning and laundry services.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in an excellent shopping area, making it convenient for shopping enthusiasts.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was pleasant, especially with the delicious soup options.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had great facilities, including shops/commercial services for added convenience.

Ralph

United States, December 2023

8.2/10

This hotel is a gem, nestled in a prime location in the Wake Forest area and boasting cozy rooms with fabulous beds. The service was top-notch, offering convenient laundry options. The dining experience was delightful, featuring tasty sandwiches. On the downside, the facilities were lacking and the price may not entirely align with the overall value.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were truly comfortable with fantastic beds and even a relaxing bathtub.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with convenient offerings like dry cleaning and laundry.

Location

8.0

The hotel is perfectly situated in an excellent shopping area in town, making it ideal for exploring.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was a treat with scrumptious sandwiches that hit the spot.

Facilities

7.0

While the facilities were a bit lacking, the overall experience was still enjoyable.

Raymond

United States, May 2023

8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is perfect, surrounded by excellent shopping areas. The rooms were spacious and had comfortable beds, but the price could be more reasonable. The service was outstanding, offering convenient amenities such as dry cleaning and laundry. Although the dining options were limited, the seasonal dishes were a delightful surprise.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms with 2 queen beds were so comfortable, and the bathtub was a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, and I appreciated the dry cleaning and laundry services available.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in an excellent shopping area, making it a great spot for travelers looking to shop.

Dining

7.0

While the dining options were a bit limited, the seasonal dishes were delicious.