Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Braintree hotel

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Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Panners Roundabout Notley Cross, Braintree, England, CM77 7AB
  • Place, Flitch Way Country Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Notley Country Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Braintree Public Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Braintree

Close to airport.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Braintree hotel, you'll find Flitch Way Country Park and Great Notley Country Park. Braintree Public Gardens and Cressing Road Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Flitch Way Country Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Great Notley Country Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Braintree Public Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Hylands House and Park - 24 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Braintree Station - 7 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Picture Palace - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toast - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Swan - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fusion Thai & Chinese Cuisine - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Braintree hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 220 square feet (20 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG also features a vending machine, express check-out, and an elevator. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Braintree hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 220 sq ft of conference space
  • 20 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG offers 76 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers.

This Braintree hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (47 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Cashless transactions are available
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, Carte Blanche, and Barclaycard. 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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 568 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very welcoming, room clean. Lights flickering in car park.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and very clean. The staff were very helpful and friendly. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely big room, staff friendly and helpful. Great all you can eat breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Checked in late but room was really good for the price. Really (exceptionally) friendly staff from start to finish. Great little breakfast and a good night's sleep (bed a little hard and small but only one night it was ok). Overall would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff, good breakfast and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

noel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Yes, staff were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and overall service were excellent. The bed was quite uncomfortable and mad sleeping difficult (even after a bottle of red wine!). I was also disappointed to find that my IHG “points” were not applied because I booked through Expedia! I may have missed this when booking but, if it wasn’t made clear, it should be!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was comfortable and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Free breakfast was a bonus and plenty of choice. Staff were constantly topping up to make sure nothing ran out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jackie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful. Polite. Very clean and well kept. A couple of lights outside constantly flashing at night. Need attention.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rafal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a good value stay before our flight from Stansted. The room was clean but a bit worn. The staff were friendly. Breakfast was decent, though there was a shortage of seating as all the guests showed up at the same time. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very comfortable with all amenities in place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurcharan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. We enjoyed a pint at the bar. Breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin Kvetoslav, Fort Walton Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in a quiet location. Friendly staff. Rooms are outdated but regularly cleaned. High-quality towels and excellent mattresses and pillows. TV channels limited to free-to-air channels only. Excellent Wi-Fi stability. Unfortunately, the breakfast menu is always the same, but it is fresh and tasty every morning, as long as you don't have to stay for more than one breakfast. This hotel is only suitable for one or two nights. The evening bar is good and has an excellent selection of beers. The instant coffee machine at breakfast produces instant coffee, which is more unpleasant than tasty.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tatenda

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025