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Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

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

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

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

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

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

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

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

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

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

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

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

A restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are available at this hotel. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out.
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG offers 76 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Flitch Way Country Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine while dining at Sage Restaurant
  • Amenities include 2 meeting rooms, conference space and a lift
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Great Notley Country Park and a few minutes from Flitch Way Country Park
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
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 metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG also features a vending machine, express check-out, and a lift. 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.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Sage Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

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

More

  • 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

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 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: 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child aged 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. 578 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room Ground location what we wanted Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Wesley

Travelled with family
Buffer breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfortable bed good heating Lots of hot water great shower Really enjoyed breakfast Soya milk available
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast is good,thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cerys

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Debbie at reception along with her manager ensured that our impromptu stay was comfortable and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and friendly hotel. Good location for the Freeport etc . Basic but sufficient breakfast offer . Reception staff were really lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel team/staff are absolutely excellent. They are helpful, friendly, professional and nothing is a problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Just alright
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tariq

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Horncastle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean and tidy room. Lights in the car park were strobing all evening, although not too distracting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

C

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Declan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfortable facilities. Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were very helpful but the room was tired. The aircon unit was so loud I had to turn it off.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay.staff friendly and helpful. Only issue is car park lights which is like a disco. Been like this for 2 weeks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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