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Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel in Braintree with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Panners Roundabout Notley Cross, Braintree, England, CM77 7AB

What's nearby

  • Great Notley Country Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Braintree Village - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Leez Priory - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 22 min drive - 18.1 miles

Getting around

  • Braintree Station - 7 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bull - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jade Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Picture Palace (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Prince Louis - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toby Carvery Braintree - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Hotel near the airport
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a bar, and conference space. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Sage Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, 2 meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 76 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Travel cribs, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Sage Restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 220 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (47 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Cashless transactions are available
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)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Flitch Way Country Park, Great Notley Country Park, and Braintree Public Gardens. Braintree Village and Cineworld Braintree are also within 3 mi (5 km). Braintree Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 528 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1008 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stop over for a night before a wedding
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shirish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good property location, clean rooms and good breakfast. There was no cheese and that was unusual for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean and the breakfast was good too. Friendly efficient staff Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Simple and just as expected. Staff very friendly. Breakfast exceeded expectations, great choice and all fresh. Coffee not so good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nusrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was so clean. Room was spotless and a good size. Bathroom really clean too. Staff member was really welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was just fabulous. Hot drinks machine was amazing. I would book this hotel again loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was nice and the bar and staff very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick overnight stay and couldn’t be happier. Easy access to motorway, with services nearby and a Toby Carvery next door. Lots of parking. Clean room and comfortable bed. Bonus was the hot breakfast included the next morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well run hotel - good breakfast - pleasant staff. Good for business trips - not so much for family stays
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at check in were very nice and the lady at breakfast was also very nice and did a good job of keeping everything very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gisela

Nothing
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff Clean and welcoming hotel Have used many holiday inn hotels and this is the best
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kev

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, and more importantly, quiet, as this was for work purposes.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient for needs. Rooms could benefit from a small fridge.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly and functional accommodation. Staff happy to assit where needed and breakfast was plentiful and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was brilliant and did enjoy our stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Amenities
Everything, bar the shower, was spot on! The shower unit, unfortunately, let our stay down. The shower riser rail is far too off-set & the water pressure very poor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.lovely beds.lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In east reach of Toby carvery and Stanstead
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for work
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

simon

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

Family stay

A good stay slept well, quiet room for family (1) friendly and helpful staff great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, room & staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Draeyton

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

Good Hotel

Good experience. Fast check in and good service. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

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

Another great stay

Stay here fairly often. Staff friendly and helpful as usual . Breakfast excellent. Goid value
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024