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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel in Bishop's Stortford with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express, featuring a modern architectural design with a flat roof and symmetrical facade.
Relax in a cozy reading nook with plush ottomans, a compact workspace, and a bookshelf filled with a diverse selection of books.
Two beds with white bedding and red accent pillows, set against a dark background, feature a wooden headboard and a small table with a telephone.
Enjoy a variety of seating options in our restaurant, featuring long communal tables and cozy booths.
Welcome to our reception area, where guests can check in and relax in a comfortable seating area with a bench and table.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Thremhall Avenue, London Stansted Airport, Bishop's Stortford, England, CM24 1PY

What's nearby

  • Hatfield Forest Country Park - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Bishop's Stortford Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Mountfitchet Castle - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Southern Parkland Country Park - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Audley End House - 16 min drive - 16.2 miles

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport Station - 3 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Windmill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Camden Bar & Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Joe & the Juice - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Hotel near the airport
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a bar, and a restaurant at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and multilingual staff
  • A billiards/pool table, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, 5 meeting rooms, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 254 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 28-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (GBP 14 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 4:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Great Room

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 4 per person (one-way)
  • Self parking fee: GBP 14 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express London Hotel Stansted Airport
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport
Holiday Inn Express Stansted Airport
Holiday Inn Express Stansted Airport London
Stansted Airport Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport Hotel
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport Bishop's Stortford
Express London Stansted Bisho

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG?

Self parking is available for GBP 14 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of GBP 4 per person applies.

Where is Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Flitch Way Country Park and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Hatfield Forest Country Park. Bishop's Stortford Golf Club and Birchanger Dog Field are also within 6 mi (10 km). Stansted Airport Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 579 out of 1105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1105 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, staff was very helpful, breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good hotel with all facilities, near airport, with a regular shuttle service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was spot on, just the breakfast need more food choices for example fried eggs, mushrooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice convenient airport hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast and nice staff. The only problem was the sofa bed for the kids that was too soft.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

TYRONE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oluwatimilehin David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was there last weekend and I can say the staffs are nice and approachable and the room are very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location for an early flight. Bed and bath were clean and staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy for airport
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to Airport, staff friendly, breakfast included which is a reasonable standard. Rooms are basic but are fine for short stay. Cafe available for meals, my pizza only average for price, otherwise handy. Drivalia car rental 2 min walk away, so that suited me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking & check-in. Reception staff very helpful. Bar staff à bit fraught!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Amenities
Modern clean spacious Close to airport Shuttle easy great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel. Very friendly staff. Food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly hotel

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Goddess Aja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff is really friendly and the rooms are quiet. Breakfast is nice,could have more vegan options though. My room was on thr ground floor and my phone had no interbet reception,and unfortunately the wifi didn't work either.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Amenities
Arrived at 7.30pm so did not notice outside
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Conrad

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning did not work in either of our two rooms. That made the entire night terrible. We chose this hotel for that reason. So not good there. The staff were very nice. The breakfast was great too and nice to have. Lastly, the shuttle to the airport made things very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great service with the early breakfast option. Very clean room and comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. Request- as with the meat options, please have vegetarian options available without having to order and wait please. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fergus

Liked: Amenities
All good, simple to use and breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really convenient for Stansted airport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Friendly and helpful front desk staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025