Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG

Hotels
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Holiday Inn Express
8.4 (2964 reviews)
Pegasus Business Park, Castle Donington , Castle Donington , GB

Paid
Children 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.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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2964 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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Robson • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

On arrival the staff on reception were friendly, helpful , explained everything we needed to know .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • gb
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • gb
5
Rooms clean comfortable. Food not so good
Pros:

We had an early flight, so left before cooked breakfast available, the continental breakfast was adequate.

Cons:

We ate an evening meal that was poor in quality, and at £17.50 for frozen cod goujons with frozen chips and frozen peas thought it was expensive, the creamy chicken pasta was marginally better. Should I use this hotel again will eat on the way or arrive later.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Friendly comfortabl surroundings

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • solo_traveller • gb
9
Good, value for money stay
Pros:

Prompt, efficient service

Cons:

Some of external estate untidy

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • gb
7
Useful and practical
Pros:

Convenient and simple, good staff.

Cons:

Felt a bit “production line”

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kate • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic Stay
Pros:

We liked everything. The room was large with everything you needed in it. Air con, tv, kettle etc. Spotlessly clean. The beds were so comfy had a great sleep. The staff were amazing especially Michael on reception who helped us a lot. The free breakfast was beautiful fresh and hot. We would definitely stay again when in that area.

Cons:

The only thing we could say we didn't like was the lift. It didn't always come when you wanted it. That was only a slight niggle but it did not put us off one bit.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything. Staff, location, room, food & price all excellent.

Cons:

Nothing, apart from leaving!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • gb
9
Good stay but carparking prices shocking
Cons:

Everything was lovely, except car parking we didnt arive till after 5am, and left about 10am. £11.00 is alot to pay to park there, that is why we dont stay often, otherwise we would stay more.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • couple • gb
8
Great place to stay convenient for East Midlands Airport
Pros:

Great location for the airport and on,u just off the A42 and M1. Staff were very helpful and friendly and breakfast was good

Cons:

We did have an issue with the room I’d booked, but itwas sorted out quickly and in a friendly manner. The cold water pressure in the bathroom was very poor and one bedside light was faulty, the bulb fell out of it as it wasn’t properly secured

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
8
Convenient for early flight
Pros:

Close to the airport, no issues

Cons:

Basic but great for what we needed

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • au
9
Great value. Apart from the coffee this was fabulous.
Pros:

Staff, location, cleanliness all superb.

Cons:

I liked it all except the coffee from the coffee machine at breakfast was awful.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • gb
10
First time stopped here staff were lovely & facilities exactly what you need for a one night stay
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Miguel Martín30 • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

I liked everything about the hotel and the room was great bed

Cons:

None

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Staff could not do enough

Cons:

Everything clean ,food was good could not wish for more

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
10
Great hotel , perfect for the airport
Pros:

Great hotel amazing staff and very clean.

Cons:

Nothing all exceptional

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee