Holiday Inn Rugby/ Northampton M1, Jct 18 by IHG

Hotels
IHG
8.2 (135 reviews)
Northampton M1 Jct18, Crick, Northampton, England, NN6 7XR , Northampton , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Electric car charging station
No single-use plastic straws
Comprehensive recycling policy
No single-use plastic stirrers
No single-use plastic water bottles
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Food quality problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.03
Issues with cleanliness noted; hair and nail clippings found in the room.
Service
9.5
Lily and Cal provided excellent customer service, though some staff were unfriendly.
Location
9.04
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
7.99
The room was described as lovely and comfortable, but issues with bed comfort were reported.
Amenities
8.52
Health club provided good service, but staffing issues hinted at underperformance.
Value for Money
7.98
Expectations not met given experiences with service and food.
Food and Beverage
6.53
Multiple issues reported with breakfast service and quality.
Overall Experience
9
Mixed experiences but overall satisfactory for a one-night stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 22:45

Property Description

Escape to the serene setting of Holiday Inn Rugby/Northampton M1, Jct 18 by IHG, where relaxation meets modern convenience.

Indulge in Relaxation Unwind at our full-service spa or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. With a sauna and fitness center at your disposal, recharging your mind and body is effortless.

Culinary Delights Savor exquisite British cuisine at Traders Restaurant, where stunning garden views enhance your dining experience. Enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service or gather with friends at our inviting bar/lounge.

Comfort at Your Fingertips Stay in one of our 90 air-conditioned rooms, featuring flat-screen TVs, rainfall showerheads, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Additional amenities include a business center and free self-parking for your convenience.

Don’t miss out on the perfect getaway—book your stay with us today!

Important information:

  • 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.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BHX

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 135 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.03
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.04
Room Quality: 7.99
Amenities: 8.52
Value for Money: 7.98
Food and Beverage: 6.53
Overall Experience: 9
M
Margaret
4
One of the worst rooms I’ve ever stayed in!
Pros:

Not applicable

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
L
Lucy
8
Pros:

Staff friendly and great location for access to M1. Building seems a bit tired in some areas. Swimming pool changing area could have been cleaner.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
S
Samantha
10
Pros:

Clean room, comfortable bed, small fridge in room
We enjoyed the pool, hot tub and sauna. Staff were friendly and responsive. Food was good. Vegan and GF options.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
S
Steve
10
Pros:

Clean, good breakfast, friendly staff.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
D
DEBRA
6
MY SPA BREAK
Pros:

Upon check-in I was not told to put my car registration in.
I was not asked if I stayed at the hotel before and I have not.
I was not told where my room was, where the lift was, where the restaurant was, breakfast times.
I am registered disabled and had to drag my bags and ask a waiter where the lift was and how to get to my room.
The receptionist was an older lady, who disappeared after asking me to sign my check-in form and issued my keys.
A waiter Cal helped me carry my bags up several flights of stairs to Room 142.
I explained i was registered disabled, so Cal left me inside the room to go to reception and asked for a room on lower floor closer to reception. He came back to tell me, there wasn't another room and if I was staying for 2 nights I could of been moved the following day.
Later that night I asked for some ice from the bar and the young waitress was very unfriendly and told me they didn't have much ice at 9pm.
The sink in the room was leaking so i looked underneath and tightened the loose bit, which i reported to reception on check out the following day.
The room was lovely and comfortable.
Lily was on reception and bar on day of checkout and she was amazing, friendly and helpful!
Lily and Cal were helpful, polite, friendly and approachable.
Both Cal and Lily provided excellent customer service.
I thanked Cal on checkout as he was working also.
The gentleman in the health club also provided excellent customer service.

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
A
Adina
10
Pros:

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
4
Wont be going again.
Pros:

Room size for a premier room wasnt great. There were nail clippings on the carpet, hair on the desktop and bathroom surfaces.

Plugs were far away from the bed.

Breakfast was bad. Had a gluten-free party member. The staff on arrival showing us to our tavle explained everything but the black pudding was gluten free. Had to ask for seperate tongs. No one to ask for seperate to be cooked. Got seperate tongs and the chef behind the breakfast bar chucked them and carried on with 1 pair of tongs for the black pudding/ sausages.

Toilet facilities were good. Cooked breakfast for a nornal person were good. But not gluten free.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
B
Baby Gisselle
4
Pros:

They were overbooked, only got to know when we reached the hotel for checked in. They help us to book another place. Can’t believe this happens to ihg hotel. All about money making.

2025-08-24 via Nuitee
A
Adrian
8
Staging Post
Pros:

This was a “staging post” on our way to the North and Scotland for a holiday It served its purpose well.
Breakfast was particularly good.
Overall well satisfied with the facilities provided.

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
S
Samantha family
2
Pros:

We stayed for two nights, wish it had been no nights. From the moment we arrived the hotel appeared to be in chaos. Had to change rooms after the first night as the bed was so uncomfortable it was difficult to sleep. Decided to eat in the hotel, really wished we hadn’t. We waited over an hour for our food, had to chase it twice only to be told our meal had been given to another table! When our food did finally arrived after nearly 1.5 hours the pizza was so greasy we had to use napkins to mop up the oil sitting on top of it and the chips were cold. When we complained to the manager he appeared to find the whole situation funny. In addition to this the bar staff looked like they were on the brink of tears and the receptionist was close to a breakdown. This hotel is clearly understaffed. Would never stay here again!! We really should be given a full refund at the very least for such a traumatic experience. Such a shame as it could have been so much better.

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
S
Sian family_with_children
10
Pros:

We enjoyed our two night stay, the food was good and their were main meals and lighter bites to choose from, the breakfast was excellant. My daughter enjoyed the pool. The room was clean and sufficient for us.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
L
Lucie family
6
Pros:

It was quiet area, but the property feels run down in places. Our room was poorly maintained on the walls, paint was peeling and chipped. Air con didn’t work, the 3rd bed for the child was tiny, small and thin mattress.
Double bed was small. Food options were good, but staff were clueless, disorganised and rude

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
P
Paul
6
Pros:

Food / Drink /Bar area good, good friendly service.
Bedroom not so good, not enough noise dampening from other rooms, doors banging, TVs etc

2025-07-31 via Nuitee
M
Mr
10
Great
Pros:

Check in guy was great and helpful.

2025-07-25 via Nuitee
J
Julie
10
Great family friendly hotel
Pros:

Very child friendly hotel. Leisure centre was quiet and the pool was warm. Staff were friendly and welcoming.

2025-07-20 via Nuitee
J
John
8
Pros:

Pleasant staff, comfortable bed, a good night's sleep.

2025-07-14 via Nuitee
Z
Zoe
4
Pros:

We booked specifically for air conditioning in the rooms after looking at different hotels. To arrive and find out air-conditioning in rooms was not working and they had put a fan in circulating hot air. If this had not been the only reason we chose the hotel then I would have been happy.

2025-07-13 via Nuitee
B
Barrie family
10
Pros:

Welcoming, quiet and comfortable

2025-07-13 via Nuitee
D
Daspal family_with_children
2
Pros:

The bar tender was simply rude! No manners whatsoever. I requested a change of glass, and he thought I was being petty. Not as if the drink was free! Happy to discuss his level of service with management. Will not be staying here again, simply because of the bar tender.

2025-07-13 via Nuitee
S
Sophie family_with_children
2
Pros:

Booked via Expedia and within 5 minutes we had a phone call from the hotel saying they’d overbooked the room. Rubbish experience sadly!

2025-07-13 via Nuitee