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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers find respite just minutes from the terminal, with hearty meals, a game of pool, and staff who speak multiple languages for smooth journeys

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (Free Hot Breakfast) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board - Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG (Bishop's Stortford)
Free daily continental breakfast - Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG (Bishop's Stortford)
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport offers a practical base near the runways. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, evening drinks at the bar, and dining in the restaurant. Rooms have WiFi, and a billiards table provides a relaxing diversion between flights.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Free Hot Breakfast) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG is in an area with good airport proximity. House on the Hill Toy Museum and The Henry Moore Foundation are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bishop's Stortford Golf Club and 1066 Adventure Golf. Mountfitchet Romeera Leisure Centre and Rhodes Arts Complex are also worth visiting. Visit our Bishop's Stortford travel guide
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Thremhall Avenue, London Stansted Airport, Bishop's Stortford, England, CM24 1PY

What's nearby

  • Mathematical Bridge, an old landmark in Queen's College, Cambridge, UK (Long Exposure); Shutterstock ID 363489767; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:
    University of Cambridge
    37 min drive - 33.3 miles
  • Ground level view on a race course of turnstiles used on a famous horse racing track in Newmarket, Suffolk, UK. Used to train horse and jockey of starting a race.
    Newmarket Racecourse
    42 min drive - 40.0 miles
  • Thames River
    Thames River
    45 min drive - 45.6 miles
  • Hatfield Forest Country Park
    2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Flitch Way Country Park
    2 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Costa Coffee
    4 min drive
  • The Windmill (Wetherspoon)
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • The Camden
    5 min drive
  • Joe & the Juice
    5 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 an elevator
  • 5 meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and a billiards/pool table
  • 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 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?

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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 687 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1267 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, clean, easy parking, rest transportation to airport
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eden Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is close to the Stansted airport and a quick shuttle ride away. You pay for the shuttle as you get on, which makes it easy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Annabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Lots of parking options if you’re driving. Good food options both inside and outside the hotel. Great breakfast choices. If you’re catching the shuttle, it’s super easy to get there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff are very happy to assist
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't park . I enjoyed the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very polite helps us a lot everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly and helpful, nothing to complain about in the rooms, the shuttle is very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, great service, clean rooms and having breakfast starting at 4am is brilliant if you have an early flight… early shuttle makes it very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and accessible to the airport with the £4 shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and spacious. Reception staff super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

richie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Handy for airport, good sized clean room and a comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie-lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and quiet , had all the amenities . Staff was courteous and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location to airport at a good price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hendrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JULIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check in, comfortable room and very little airport noise.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Restaurant food was very good quality and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes breakfast hot items was replanished frequently , heating in the room was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for airport and food choice and quality was better than expected which was a great bonus for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff very friendly and worked together servicing the guests.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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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
Verified

8/10 Good

Marzio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, professional staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was a decent size with a very comfortable bed. All the staff were helpful, efficient and happy. We had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025