Holiday Inn Express London - ExCel by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.4 (6223 reviews)
1018 Dockside Road , London , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Unclean bathrooms
Dirty carpets
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.79
Some reviews mentioned dirty carpets and unclean bathrooms.
Service
9.26
Staff provided outstanding service and were friendly and helpful, particularly Cleo, Denise, and Priya.
Location
8.8
Conveniently located near train and bus stations, though a bit remote from major attractions.
Room Quality
8.25
Generally good, although some rooms had strange smells.
Amenities
8.28
Well-stocked bar and decent breakfast options, but missing some items.
Value for Money
8.24
Overall value commensurate with the service and facilities provided.
Food and Beverage
7.79
Food was sometimes not up to expectations, with reviews mentioning limited breakfast options.
Overall Experience
8.76
Despite some issues, the stay was overall enjoyable with notable interactions with the staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 13:53

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated in the heart of London's Docklands, Holiday Inn Express London - ExCel is just minutes away from ExCel and London City Airport, making it a prime choice for travelers seeking accessibility.

Comfortable Accommodation
Guests can enjoy a range of room types, all equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and en suite facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for all visitors.

Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in the complimentary Express Start Breakfast featuring 4 hot dishes, relax at the on-site bar and terrace offering a diverse menu, and catch live sports on Sky TV. Additionally, various dining options are within walking distance for added convenience.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience at Holiday Inn Express London - ExCel? Book your stay now for a memorable London getaway.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.Guests 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.

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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for £30 per person per night 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.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 16 per day.

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Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 80.14
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type: Electric
  • Entrance Door Width: 157
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Distance From The Elevator To The Accessible Room: 6
  • Room Max Guests Number: 2
  • Pet Friendly: Yes_impaired
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: Yes
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
  • Lifts Accessible: Yes
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Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 6223 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.79
Service: 9.26
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.28
Value for Money: 8.24
Food and Beverage: 7.79
Overall Experience: 8.76
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Andreea • couple • gb
10
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Ifeoma • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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travelman • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • gg
9
Pros:

Food. Good car parking

Cons:

Bar

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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May • family_with_children • gb
6
It was a good location and had the basic needs for a room.
Pros:

The room was of good size and the location. Staff were welcoming.

Cons:

I couldn’t open the window for ventilation hence it was stuffy. My sons are asthmatic so it wasn’t practical to have air con on all the time. A natural fresh air would have been good.

The cleaning was okay.

There was no fridge. I didn’t realise until I got to the hotel.

I would have loved more space for luggage’s as it didn’t have a wardrobe.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Firoz • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Proximity to Excel

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • gb
10
Enjoyable and we will return again
Pros:

Easy layout of building and signage. The staff were the friendliest and kindest I ve ever meet. Very helpful with advice too.Very enjoyable stay.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • gb
10
A little London break
Pros:

Lovely staff
Immaculately clean
Great breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pleasent
Pros:

Big room

Cons:

Not able to stream on tele as was locked, not enough tea coffee sugar milk in room

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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david • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Juliet • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely stay friendly staff
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Too hot

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Séan-Michael • extended_group • nl
10
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Robert • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Grace • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Agnė • family_with_children • lt
9
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Tanaka • solo_traveller • jp
7
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Simone • family_with_children • it
9
Lovely stay in London
Pros:

Posizione con pro e contro. A due minuti a piedi dalla metro di Royal Albert ma a scarsa un'ora dalla City. Per questo prezzo va benissimo. Colazione abbondante. Da prendere in considerazione sapendo il compromesso in cui si va incontro

Cons:

Macchioline sulle lenzuola, colazione salata senza prosciutto e formaggio

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee