Holiday Inn Express - Bicester by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.4 (4431 reviews)
Bicester Gateway Business Park , Bicester , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Snack bar/deli
Self parking (surcharge)
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Wine release events
Reception hall
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Heating and cleanliness issues
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.35
Some rooms had issues with cleanliness and bad odors, but overall presented as decent.
Service
8.85
Some staff were friendly and helpful, but other interactions were subpar.
Location
9.35
Great location for access, especially to Bicester Village.
Room Quality
7.85
Rooms varied; some were clean with good facilities, but heating issues affected comfort.
Amenities
8.85
Amenities generally satisfactory, with a nice bar area.
Value for Money
8.35
Fairly priced considering the location and facilities, though parking fees seemed excessive.
Food and Beverage
7.85
Breakfast was inconsistent, with some guests finding it cheap and not appealing.
Overall Experience
8.75
Experience varied, with several positive aspects but also notable complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 11:32

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay at Holiday Inn Express - Bicester with air-conditioned rooms featuring private bathrooms and free WiFi. Each room is equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV for your convenience.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a delightful dining experience at the hotel's bar and restaurant. Start your day right with an inclusive buffet breakfast to fuel your adventures in Bicester.

Convenient Location
Located in Bicester, our 4-star hotel offers easy access to nearby attractions. Explore Oxford and Milton Keynes, both just a short distance away. Plus, with London Luton Airport nearby, traveling to and from the hotel is a breeze.

Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express - Bicester for a memorable and relaxing experience.

Important information:

The car park is managed by Your Parking Space and is from 6 GBP per vehicle per night for hotel residents.

Payment can be made at the machines in the car park with a card, in the hotel reception area, or via the Your Parking Space app.

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 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 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.
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

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 3 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.
    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.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 5 per day.

Location

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Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 4431 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.35
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 8.35
Food and Beverage: 7.85
Overall Experience: 8.75
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HW87 • solo_traveller • gb
8
Perfect for our Needs
Pros:

Good location for what we wanted.
Check in staff were great.
Room was good, clean and had everything we needed.
Breakfast was good.

Cons:

Air conditioning was broken, we were provided a fan and offered more if needed.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • fr
9
Good location for our stay
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Christos • solo_traveller • gr
6
Pros:

Convenient location for a drive break and to visit the outlet

Cons:

Parking must be paid separately. Too noisy lobby. Uncomfortable beds. Cleaning of all areas must be improved

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Funke • couple • gb
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
8
Excellent stopover for Bicester Village
Pros:

Good location for Bicester village.
Room was comfy and clean

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Handy for a stop over en route from Heathrow to Scotland.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Phillippa • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Srinivas Gosla • couple • in
8
Good property
Pros:

Great location and value for money

Cons:

Bed was not comfortable

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Ludwina • couple • gb
9
Very pleasant hotel. Serving food a bonus
Pros:

The fact they serve meals in the evening

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • gb
10
This was a perfect base to stay with friends . Staff were exceptional and the breakfast was great
Pros:

The amazingly friendly staff

Cons:

Not applicable

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
M
mark • family_with_children • gb
10
All very good
Pros:

Cleanliness

Cons:

Having to pay for parking

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • couple • gb
7
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Janet • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Clean and good bedroom

Cons:

Cost of parking and the app used. I downloaded app, completed my details and made payment - at the time hadn't realized that it didn't go through - few days later through post parking fine for £100, reduced to £60 BEWARE!

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Przemyslaw • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Edward • family_with_children • de
5
Not the best value
Pros:

Location was close to family

Cons:

Stains on the carpet. Rooms and bathrooms where noy cleaned every day. No safe for valuables

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Bedroom space. Breakfast was good.

Cons:

Parking charges a bit steep. I know you get it half price if staying at the hotel £7 for 24 hours, but if you're staying a few days it would start to add up.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • extended_group • us
10
It was a welcoming stay that was comfortable and enjoyable.
Pros:

The staff were excellent! We loved having the 24 hour bar as well.

Cons:

The sofa bed was a little bit uncomfortable but not enough to ruin the stay.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • gb
8
Excellent for the very modest price.
Pros:

Great variety of food and cheerful, helpful staff.

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee