Holiday Inn Express London Chingford by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
7.8 (3778 reviews)
Walthamstow Avenue , London , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.55
Some reviews indicate issues like a dirty sofa and unclean toilet areas.
Service
9.05
Numerous mentions of friendly staff and positive handling of issues.
Location
8.55
Good location noted with easy access and nearby amenities.
Room Quality
7.05
Some guests found the rooms dated and beds uncomfortable.
Amenities
7.55
Availability of gluten-free breakfast was mentioned, but some amenities were lacking.
Value for Money
8.05
The hotel offers budget-friendly stays but has room for improvement on services.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Breakfast was generally well-received but not the best for everyone.
Overall Experience
7.55
Good for some aspects, but significant issues reported affecting enjoyment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 13:05

Property Description

Convenient Location and Amenities
Holiday Inn Express Chingford offers free Wi-Fi, a bar, and easy access to the M11 motorway. Guests can enjoy a quick 30-minute journey to central London from the nearby Walthamstow Central underground station. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities, and power showers in the bathrooms.

Dining and Entertainment
Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast featuring hot items. The lounge/bar serves a variety of beverages, and guests can order from a snack menu that includes tasty pizzas. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a relaxing drink, the hotel has you covered.

Nearby Attractions
Explore nearby attractions such as Epping Forest, Walthamstow Street Market, and football stadiums like Tottenham Hotspur and Leyton Orient. With the Olympic Stadium in Stratford just 7 km away, and London City Airport 12 km from the property, there's no shortage of things to see and do during your stay.

Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express Chingford now for a comfortable and convenient experience.

Important information:

Cash payments are not allowed. Pets are welcome at our hotel.
An additional charge of GBP 30 per pet per stay applies.
Pre-booking is essential. Please contact the hotel to check availability. If booking a Double Room with Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process. On-site parking is limited and spaces cannot be guaranteed. The car park is managed by YourParkingSpace and is from GBP 8 per vehicle per night for hotel residents.
Payment can be made at the machines in the car park with a card, in the hotel reception area, or via the YourParkingSpace app Please note that a credit card corresponding to the name on the booking is required at check-inGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LCY

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 7 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 3778 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.55
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 7.05
Amenities: 7.55
Value for Money: 8.05
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 7.55
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eric solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything was as expected

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Owen solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Irina solo_traveller gb
2
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Campbell solo_traveller jm
9
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Owen extended_group gb
8
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Lilly extended_group gb
9
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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steven couple gb
5
Very appreciative of aircon ,clean,comfy bed ok budget hotel
Pros:

Good breakfast plenty of food and helpful staff.

Cons:

Noise from Sainsbury’s car park at night as it’s used by youths screeching around in cars

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Karl solo_traveller gb
8
Pleasant, comfortable stay with breakfast.
Pros:

Friendly staff, 24 hour customer service desk and bar. Windows actually open wide enough you get fresh air, air conditioning unit.

Cons:

Signing for the entrance could be better to the car park.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
2
Not that nice
Cons:

No air con or opening windows.
Loose tap in bathroom

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Margaret solo_traveller gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Location was perfect

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Kelly-jane family_with_children gb
10
Great receptionist come bar man
Pros:

Location to stadium

Cons:

No outside seating

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Tariq solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Fantastic staff, nice and quiet and comfortable, lots of hanging space in the bathroom.

Cons:

No bottled water in the room.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Marek solo_traveller gb
7
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Amanj solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The important things for me staff were friendly and clean

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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karl family_with_children gb
9
Nice hotel. Helpful staff.
Pros:

The breakfast was adequate. The staff were friendly and went out of their way to help us. Nice quiet hotel in a great location for getting in to London

Cons:

The sofa bed was very uncomfortable

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Carla solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Staff generally nice and helpful

Cons:

Room not ready even thiugh hours after checkin.
Some confusion.
Floor dirty not hoovered well.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Stéphanie solo_traveller fr
9
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Daryl solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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adam solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-20 via Nuitee