Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.4 (2849 reviews)
Pegasus Business Park, Castle Donington , Castle Donington , gb
+443719021609

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Good value for money
Cons:
Cold rooms
Heating issues
Parking costs

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Many reviews mention clean rooms without complaints.
Service
8.7
Staff received high praise for being friendly and helpful.
Location
8.5
Hotel is conveniently located near the airport with positive mentions.
Room Quality
8.2
Several concerns about temperature and comfort of the bed.
Amenities
8.3
Facilities and breakfast received mostly positive feedback, though some issues noted.
Value for Money
8.6
Guests appreciated the reasonable pricing for the offering.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast was generally good but had a few negative comments.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall a positive experience with various factors contributing positively.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:04

Property Description

Modern Rooms and Convenient Location
Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport offers contemporary rooms just minutes away from the terminal and provides easy access to the M1. The rooms are equipped with modern amenities like a 32-inch TV, power shower, and complimentary WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay.

On-Site Dining and Park and Fly Packages
Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant, The Great Room Bar and Lounge, which serves a variety of meals and beverages. Additionally, the hotel offers convenient Park and Fly packages, making it ideal for travelers looking for a seamless airport experience.

Meeting Facilities and Nearby Attractions
With 4 meeting rooms available for hire, the hotel caters to business travelers as well. Its proximity to major business offices and attractions like Donington Park Race Circuit and Alton Towers makes it a versatile choice for both work and leisure travelers.

Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport for a convenient and comfortable experience.

Important information:

Please note that guests staying at the hotel are charged GBP 10 per night for parking. Nonresidents are charged GBP 20 per night for parking. If booking a Double Room with Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process. Please note, that the card used to make the reservation must be presented upon check-in and verified by pin. Please note that cash payments are not allowed. Pets are welcome at our hotel. An additional charge of GBP 30 per pet per stay applies. Pre-booking is essential. Please contact the hotel to check availability. 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. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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 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 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2849 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 8.7
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8.4
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JOSEFA • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

El tamaño de la habitación y lo limpia que la encontré

Cons:

Qué teníamos que coger el autobús a las 4:00 a.m. y no pudimos coger nada para desayunar pues coincidía con el horario de apertura del comedor

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Roger • extended_group • gb
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Natasha • couple • gb
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Convenient location, kind staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff very good Brendon stood out as v good

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • family_with_children • gb
10
Great overnight stay
Pros:

Paid less than £100 for a twin room, including a hot breakfast which was excellent! Air conditioning which was almost welcome, comfy bed.

Cons:

Parking wasn’t free or cheap despite the discount!

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • family_with_children • gb
5
It was okay for the one night fly by stay, but not longer
Pros:

Breakfast was just okay, scrambled eggs and beans were good
Staff very friendly.

Cons:

Bacon was hard, sausage basic, no fried eggs.
Room was basic, no fridge, only 1 tea bag, and shower needs updating

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Brilliant hotel staff excellent food brilliant bed comfortable and warm

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
9
Perfect for an overnight day between two places.
Pros:

The staff were incredibly helpful and approachable. The location was great. It was perfect for what we needed. The breakfast was delicious.

Cons:

The room was mostly clean. We found a single Pringle crisp underneath one of the beds which was disappointing. The ensuite was a little dated and there was a broken mirror, but the shower was great.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Amarpreet • family_with_children • gb
8
Overall good experience
Pros:

Location and facilities.

Cons:

Paying for parking

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Giuliano • family_with_children • gb
10
Excelente ! Very nice
Pros:

Very clean

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed • family_with_children • gb
1
We were tired after a long drive to visit Nottingham Univerdity and to feel hot and uncomfortable is the last thing you
Pros:

Staff were friendly

Cons:

The air conditioning was not working properly. I tried to call on a number of occasions with no answer. This was very unsettling. I did ask for a room that was accessible for my son which apparently they did not have available.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • gb
10
An enjoyable experience
Pros:

Location spot on staff very friendly and helpful rooms nice and spacious and clean

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
A
Alex • couple • gb
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
10
Good location.
Pros:

Everything you need from an airport airport.

Cons:

Dates rooms but it’s a short stay airport hotel so that doesn’t matter.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Clare • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
A
Anthony • couple • gb
9
Very good
Pros:

Mostly everything

Cons:

Kept catching our hands between the toilet door

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
A
Abbi • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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oscar • family_with_children • it
9
Ottimo per una notte prima di partire.
Pros:

La colazione e la pulizia.

Cons:

Struttura non proprio attaccata all’aeroporto.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Giulia3 • solo_traveller • it
7
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee