Holiday Inn Express Braintree offers a warm welcome in the heart of town. Enjoy international cuisine at Sage Restaurant and a breakfast buffet. Rooms include WiFi, free self-parking, and access to a nearby indoor pool. The staff is notably helpful.
Located in Braintree, Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG is near the airport. Great Bardfield Cottage Museum and Colne Valley Railway are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Witham Leisure Centre and Halstead Leisure Centre. Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum and Copperfield Road Recreation Ground are also worth visiting. Visit our Braintree travel guide
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a bar and conference space. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Sage Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking
Access to a nearby indoor pool, express check-out and a vending machine
A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 76 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Travel cots, electric kettles and daily housekeeping
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Sage Restaurant
Things to do
Indoor pool (guest access)
Family friendly
Access to nearby indoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Travel cot
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
2 meeting rooms
220 square feet of conference space
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
Lift (119 centimetre wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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1 building
2 floors
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
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)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG on 22 Mar 2026 start from ฿2,066, 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.
How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG located?
Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Flitch Way Country Park, Great Notley Country Park and Braintree Public Gardens. Cressing Road Stadium and Braintree Village are also within 3 miles (5 km). Braintree Station is 25 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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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.
Lovely large clean room and quiet. Staff very friendly and helpful
Alison
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Gary
8 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Generally fine other than double glazing which did little to cancel the noise from the nearby A road. Breakfast was pretty good. Generally clean & tidy, staff friendly & courteous
Good place to stay. The breakfast was outstanding. Will stay there again. Staff was very nice and helpful.
kenneth
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Jean
18 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Well staffed , lovely staff willing to help
Very good breakfast, comfy bed
Only comment, rooms could do with an update, although no reflection on the cleanliness & staff
Jean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Rafal
10 Nov 2025
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.
The room I had during this stay was very quiet and had blackout curtains.
The bed was comfortable.
The bathroom show aging.
The complimentary breakfast was good with gluten free options. However no boiled eggs/fried eggs/omelette options available only scrambled eggs.