Holiday Inn Express - Derry - Londonderry by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
8.4 (3620 reviews)
31 Strand Road , Derry Londonderry , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean rooms
Nice breakfast
Cons:
Dirty toilet bowl
Noisy environment
TV issues
Disorganized breakfast service

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Multiple mentions of cleanliness, however a complaint regarding a dirty toilet bowl and a cut in the bed.
Service
9.15
Positive sentiment regarding staff friendliness and helpfulness throughout the reviews.
Location
9.15
Multiple positive remarks about the hotel's central location and accessibility.
Room Quality
8.15
General satisfaction with room comfort but noted issues with the TV and maintenance.
Amenities
8.15
Mixed reviews, but overall satisfied with the available amenities.
Value for Money
8.65
Good sentiment regarding the value, though some wish for additional amenities like a fridge.
Food and Beverage
7.65
Food generally appreciated, but breakfast service was disorganized.
Overall Experience
8.65
Generally positive experiences, with a few complaints noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 10:37

Property Description

Convenient Location and Modern Comforts
Holiday Inn Express - Derry - Londonderry, an IHG Hotel, located just 300 meters from Guildhall, offers a 3-star stay with a shared lounge, restaurant, and bar. The rooms feature flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and cozy bedding, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Allergy-Free Environment and Helpful Staff
This property boasts an allergy-free setting and multilingual staff available at the 24-hour front desk, offering assistance in German, English, Spanish, and Italian. Guests can expect practical guidance and a welcoming atmosphere throughout their stay.

Recreational Activities and Nearby Attractions
Ideal for leisure travelers, Holiday Inn Express provides opportunities for cycling and easy access to attractions like Oakfield Park, Raphoe Castle, and Beltany Stone Circle. Don't miss out on exploring the rich cultural heritage of Derry Londonderry during your visit.

Ready to experience a blend of comfort and convenience? Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express - Derry - Londonderry, an IHG Hotel today!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • 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 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3620 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 7.65
Overall Experience: 8.65
W
William couple gb
9
Comfortable and easy access to where I wanted to go
Pros:

Very central to activities

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
D
Duffin family_with_children ie
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
K
Kelly solo_traveller ie
3
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The room was dirty stains on carpet. Pull out bed had stains on protector sheen springs in bed and when pulled in as couch was badly stained.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
A
alan extended_group gb
8
Cons:

Didn't like the noise from the bar Kaboodle who seemed to be having some sort of karaoke event till 11:30pm

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
S
Shannen solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

Perfect

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
T
Terence couple gb
9
Pros:

Very nice and big room

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
M
Mary Ann solo_traveller us
5
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
R
Rachael family_with_children gb
10
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
M
McCormick solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The room was immaculate as was everything staff very friendly and great value for money. Convenient parking and nice walk to shops and peace bridge.

Cons:

Liked everything!

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
A
Alejandro solo_traveller es
8
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
L
Lorna couple gb
9
Enjoyable stay.
Pros:

The hotel was lovely. Very central. Breakfast was nice.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
C
Christopher solo_traveller gb
10
Great central hotel that makes Premier Inn look very tired in comparison.
Pros:

I love the modern feel of the Holiday Inn locations with a great bathroom, Dove toiletries and a 6ft bed to watch TV on a larger scale. Beverage making facilities were well stocked and the towels were very fluffy. The walk in shower was a dream. Location is very central which will be appealing to many people. Breakfast was very filling and the food fresh.

Cons:

Nothing, the place was idyllic after cycling over 150km in the heat to reach the hotel.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
D
Deyvid extended_group bg
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
D
Donatella solo_traveller it
8
Una notte a Derry
Pros:

La posizione è perfetta per visitare la città. Parcheggio economico, vicino alla struttura. Lo staff della reception è gentilissimo, disponibile a dare indicazioni e a risolvere eventuali problemi. Il letto era molto comodo. Finalmente finestre ben schermate dalla luce mattutina.

Cons:

Lo stile un po' anonimo, tipico dei grandi hotel e delle catene di hotel. La pulizia della sala colazione, delle aree self service del cibo e delle stoviglie non era impeccabile.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
N
Noeleen family_with_children gb
10
It was great
Pros:

Excellent hotel brilliant location I will be back

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
M
Martyn extended_group gb
7
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
P
pbankov solo_traveller bg
8
Pros:

The location of the hotel was perfect, set in the city centre. There was a good selection of breakfast options. My room was on the second floor and it was quiet and comfortable. The AC in the room worked well.

Cons:

The hotel could do better in regard to organising breakfast. I came down at around 7.15, and it was already quite busy, with some of the breakfast options running out fast without a prompt replacement. Potentially, the hotel could provide an indication when it would be a good time for people to have a quiet breakfast. Also, staff clearly is overworked, as they fulfil multiple duties at the same time. I often had to wait for a noticeable amount of time when I was checking in and when I was trying to order drinks at the hotel restaurant, as there was no cover for the person who was working there.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
L
Lubo extended_group gb
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
R
Richard solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

Central location.

Cons:

Some noise nearby music locations

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
P
Phelan solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room was not fully ready

2026-07-20 via Nuitee