Holiday Inn Express Leicester City by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
7.5 (2240 reviews)
Raw Dykes Road, Filbert Way , Leicester , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Budget-friendly
Cons:
Heating issues
Breakfast timing confusion
Dim room lighting

Categories

Cleanliness
6.89
Rooms and surroundings were reported clean, but some issues were mentioned.
Service
8.36
Staff were noted as friendly and accommodating across multiple reviews.
Location
7.9
Hotel is convenient with clean surroundings, close to attractions.
Room Quality
7.35
Rooms were modern and comfortable, but heating issues affected comfort.
Amenities
7.38
Basic amenities were satisfactory; breakfast options can improve.
Value for Money
7.84
Budget-friendly with adequate services and amenities.
Food and Beverage
6.89
Breakfast options were noted to be adequate, but some reviews mentioned issues.
Overall Experience
7.36
Guests had mixed experiences, but overall satisfaction was noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 22:14

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just minutes from Leicester city centre and major motorways, Holiday Inn Express Leicester City hotel offers easy access for both leisure and business travelers.

Modern Amenities
With 110 fully equipped en-suite rooms, free WiFi, and free parking, guests can enjoy a comfortable stay with convenient amenities such as power showers, Freeview TVs, and complimentary tea/coffee tray.

Meetings Made Easy
Our Meet Smart service provides efficient meeting facilities with a range of in-room amenities. Whether for interviews or conferences, we cater to various event needs to ensure a successful gathering.

Experience comfort and convenience at Holiday Inn Express Leicester City - book your stay now for a memorable visit!

Important information:

The post code to use for Sat Navs is LE2 7FL.

Please note that the property requires a valid credit or debit card upon check-in. This will be pre-authorized in the amount of GBP 50.

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

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 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 2240 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.89
Service: 8.36
Location: 7.9
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 7.38
Value for Money: 7.84
Food and Beverage: 6.89
Overall Experience: 7.36
J
James family_with_children es
10
10th time visitor
Pros:

The hotel is in a great spot for football. The rooms are big enough and comfortable. Breakfast is great.

Cons:

The only thing I don't like is the prices have gone up alot over a short period of time. Have stayed here 10 times

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
M
michaela family_with_children gb
10
Galliers trip
Pros:

Friendly staff very welcoming. Clean room lovely comfy bed ..breakfast was very good. Booking again for next month thats how much we like it.

Cons:

Enjoyed every minute

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
K
Katie family_with_children gb
8
Great place to stay if attending the football.
Pros:

It was clean and location was excellent if attending the football. Staff were friendly.

Cons:

Air conditioning/heater wasn’t working. Fans and heaters available at reception. Signs to car park are not clear

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
M
Mariam extended_group gb
6
Pros:

Clean, comfortable and good location for the price

Cons:

The breakfast and the tiny plates for the breakfast

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
M
Marion family_with_children gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Convenient location, friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
K
Kev solo_traveller gb
9
You know what you’re getting with a HIEx
Pros:

You know what you’re getting with a HIEx. I stay here regularly, they must be doing something right

Cons:

No complaints

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
J
Jayne couple gb
10
Have stayed here a number of times now, have tried other hotels in Leicester but much prefer this one
Pros:

Love this hotel, convenient, clean, good breakfast and lively friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
B
Ben solo_traveller gb
10
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
S
Shaun family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

The bar was a very nice-looking place to be great beer's 👍🏻

Cons:

The mattress was a bit hard, but okfor me, but my wife said it was hard for her

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
S
Siobhan family_with_children gb
10
2026-02-22 via Nuitee
G
gareth family_with_children gb
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
A
Antony couple gb
6
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
S
Scott couple gb
7
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
C
Claudia family_with_children ro
10
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
M
Marie couple gb
9
Great
Pros:

Close to king power

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
M
moheeb family_with_children gb
1
no heating in room. small heater provided made no difference in room. very uncomfortable bed springs where sticking in b
Pros:

location

Cons:

the heating wasn’t working and was very cold heater provided made no difference would have appreciated being informed prior about no heating would have cancelled booking

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
A
Alan Broome couple gb
4
Cons:

No heating, no communication in advance heating was faulty

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
M
Mongkon extended_group th
7
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
D
David solo_traveller gb
8
Pleasant.
Pros:

It has free parking!

Cons:

Cooked breakfast is available. There is no restaurant but a good curry house nearby.

2026-01-24 via Nuitee
A
Alan couple gb
8
Basic but convenient
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

At the time of our visit the air conditioning system wasn’t functioning. There was an oil-filled radiator available but went off when the card was removed.

2026-01-24 via Nuitee