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Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
Start your day off right with a hearty breakfast buffet then unwind over drinks at the bar. Make yourself at home where hospitality meets comfort.

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In the rural landscape, Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport, an IHG Hotel offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and dry cleaning/laundry services. Relax in the bar or grab a bite at the restaurant while staying connected with in-room WiFi. With coffee/tea in the lobby and luggage storage available, this hotel is praised by guests for its helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Derby, Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG is in a rural area and near the airport. Derbion and Derbion are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Beacon Hill Country Park and Elvaston Castle Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Donington Park Racing Circuit or Motorpoint Arena Nottingham. Visit our Derby travel guide
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Pegasus Business Park, Castle Donington, Derby, England, DE74 2TQ

What's nearby

  • Donington Park Racing Circuit
    Donington Park Racing Circuit
    6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • loughborough university campus landscape, loughborough, UK.
    Loughborough University
    10 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Delta Force Paintball Kegworth
    5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Donington Grand Prix Collection
    6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • University of Nottingham Sutton Bonington Campus
    9 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • East Midlands Parkway Station
    9 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA)
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costa Coffee
    13 min walk
  • KFC
    13 min walk
  • The Jolly Sailor
    6 min drive
  • Castle Rock Tap Room & Kitchen
    18 min walk
  • Pret a Manger
    13 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG

Hotel near Donington Park Racing Circuit
Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A TV in the lobby, 4 meeting rooms, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 90 rooms have comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in FuturePlus, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 11 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (35 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 11.00 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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 East Midlands Airport by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 11.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Donington Park Racing Circuit, Donington Grand Prix Collection, and Owl House Spa. University of Nottingham Sutton Bonington Campus and Melbourne Parish Church are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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 East Midlands Airport by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 465 out of 958 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 958 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 958 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 958 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 958 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff, food and room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great welcome, good location comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, nice room and good food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless & staff were very good,breakfast good buffet selection.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JEANNETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, quick & easy check in & out .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for airport, room was clean, breakfast was good, plenty to choose from
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and convenient, the parking costs are a little exorbitant even with the discount
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Room was clean and a good size ideal
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Kisandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Dorothy Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a pleasant stay fantastic friendly staff very helpful our room felt very welcoming and warm with great facilities and to finish off a hearty breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes always great, and breakfast even better than before
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just got off a plane at midnight, nice to have an easy check in with everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very helpful. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff. great facilities with food and bar. breat breakfast. disappointed re car parking fee byt overall good value
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and ready, information was supplied well from the front desk
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were absolutely fantastic, could not do more for you. Great stay, room spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable. Very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was clean, the staff were lovely, and it had everything we needed for a one night stay. Nice breakfast, and near the airport. Triple glazed windows, so no traffic or plane noise. Just the ticket.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We always have a great stay there, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely clean big room and very comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful and polite
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice reception staff. Drinks overpriced. Room pleasant. Breakfast poor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025