Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.5 (3554 reviews)
Panners Roundabout, Notley Cross , Braintree , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
Cold breakfast
Lumpy pillows

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Generally clean, but there were a few mentions of issues with comfort and small details.
Service
9.05
Staff were very friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
9.09
Convenient location for work and access to food options.
Room Quality
8.54
Rooms were mostly comfortable and spacious, with some minor issues.
Amenities
8.07
Decent amenities were available, but some complaints about specific items.
Value for Money
8.53
Good value considering the price and offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.08
Breakfast was generally good, with some complaints about variety.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall a pleasant stay with some issues but satisfactory.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 05:24

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located on the edge of Braintree town centre, Holiday Inn Express is a short distance from Stansted Airport and the M11 motorway.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy free parking, WiFi, a bar, and restaurant during your stay. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities, and a complimentary en suite bathroom.

Local Attractions
Explore nearby attractions such as the shopping village at Freeport Braintree, Towerlands Park, Fennes, Leez Priory, and Gosfield Hall.

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

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 3554 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Paula • couple • gb
9
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Ron • solo_traveller • gb
10
I’d recommend this hotel.
Pros:

The staff are so pleasant helpful.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Kay • couple • gb
10
Would recommend this very highly!
Pros:

The hotel should be awarded 5****’s it was it was clean, comfortable, and the staff were fantastic! And a free breakfast for 2 of us all for £55 excellent value and only 30 minutes from Stansted Airport

Cons:

Everything

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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PATRICIA • couple • gb
8
Always a pleasant stay.
Pros:

Breakfast was well laid out, easy access to wide choice. Caters to wide choice of diet requirements.

Cons:

Bed was a little too soft for me, but obviously that is a personal issue.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • gb
10
Worth every penny, apart from the beer.
Pros:

Nice big room 117, clean, comfy bed, nice bright bathroom. Breakfast was ok, Plenty of tea coffee, juice. Food was hot , plenty of choices.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike. Beer was well over priced

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Keri-louise • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

It was clean and the staff were lovey

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • gb
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Shellinder • couple • gb
9
Very good
Pros:

Clean

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
4
Wouldn’t go back unless they got better beds
Pros:

Good location excellent staff

Cons:

Room a bit dusty and the most uncomfortable bed I’ve ever tried to sleep in

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Danut • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Clean

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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TIMOTHY • couple • gb
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Pam • solo_traveller • gb
6
Basic but adequate
Pros:

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good.

Cons:

Room was cold. Air-conditioning wouldn't give heat. Window wouldn't close tightly and was draught. Bed a bit too firm and pillows not too comfy.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Beth • extended_group • gb
10
Relaxing and event free, staff were amazing and friendly
Pros:

Lovely decor, beds were like clouds

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Breakfast

Cons:

Bed could be little more softer

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
7
Great for an odd nights stay when needed.
Pros:

Good location to where I needed to be.
Staff really friendly
Hotel was quiet.

Cons:

Beds are very hard
It’s looking tired… could do with a refresh in the rooms.. bathrooms especially.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Sundeep • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Breakfast good, staff excellent and room a peach

Cons:

All ok

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Jon • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee