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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Bishop's Stortford hotel

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Breakfast and dinner served
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
A modern building entrance with a blue canopy, glass doors, and potted plants.
Business centre
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Thremhall Avenue, London Stansted Airport, Bishop's Stortford, England, CM24 1PY
  • Place, Hatfield Forest Country Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Flitch Way Country Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, River Thames
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Free Hot Breakfast)

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (Free Hot Breakfast)

Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Bishop's Stortford

Close to airport.You'll find Flitch Way Country Park and Hatfield Forest Country Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Bishop's Stortford Golf Club and Birchanger Dog Field are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Hatfield Forest Country Park - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Flitch Way Country Park - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Audley End House - 19 min drive - 24.4 km
  • University of Cambridge - 37 min drive - 53.6 km
  • River Thames - 45 min drive - 73.4 km

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport Station - 3 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Joe & the Juice - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Camden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Bishop's Stortford hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 5 meeting rooms available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and an elevator are also featured at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Bishop's Stortford hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 254 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG offers 254 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (GBP 14 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 4:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 4 per person (one-way)
  • Self parking fee: GBP 14 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express London Hotel Stansted Airport
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport
Holiday Inn Express Stansted Airport
Holiday Inn Express Stansted Airport London
Stansted Airport Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport Hotel
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport Bishop's Stortford
Express London Stansted Bisho

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG is 1.5 mi (6-min drive) away from the Stansted Airport (STN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG?

As of Jul 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG on Jul 27, 2026 start from CA $137, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of GBP 4 per person, one-way.

Does Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 4:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 4:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 14 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG to downtown Bishop's Stortford?

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG is 1 mi away from Takeley.

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 717 out of 1332 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1332 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1332 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1332 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1332 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good travel hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff, clean spacious room & comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Vitor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, and very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, clean, easy parking, rest transportation to airport
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was good, if you're in a rush you can grab a bag and go, which I thought was brilliant for those early morning flights
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Nice atmosphere, clean and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff was good , breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff are very happy to assist
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place for an over night before a flight. Clean and comfortable and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great deal to stay overnight food very good for evening meal and breakfast . Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable bed, great breakfast. Reliable shuttle service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liselotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, super comfy bed, excellent shower and delicious breakfast with great choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and very comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very polite helps us a lot everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly and helpful, nothing to complain about in the rooms, the shuttle is very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, great service, clean rooms and having breakfast starting at 4am is brilliant if you have an early flight… early shuttle makes it very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, functional and regular airport transfer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location to airport at a good price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

richie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Handy for airport, good sized clean room and a comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything and everyone was amazing x
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Close to the airport and a shuttle bus available. 🚌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and accessible to the airport with the £4 shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really friendly and perfectly located for an early flight from Stansted airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025