Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg Exterior photoHoliday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg Room photoHoliday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg Business photo

Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg – Hotel near airport in London

Secure your reservation on our site
Up to 10% less
than Booking.com
Check rooms and rates
From$59 /night
Check-in
18Sept
Check-out
19Sept
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
Key details

Hotel overview and key features

196 High Street, London, E15 2NE
-
Near Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Great
8.7
9.2
/10
4.5
4.2
/5

3-star family-friendly hotel near Olympic Park

Hotel Overview

Holiday Inn Express London Stratford offers 153 well-equipped rooms, an Express Start Breakfast included, and locations within walking distance of major attractions. Guests enjoy direct access to rail services including the Elizabeth Line, providing a quick route to Heathrow Airport. The hotel ensures convenience with on-site parking available for a daily fee.

Rooms

The hotel provides 153 guest rooms, each featuring a choice of pillows and black-out shades for a restful night. Each room includes a flat-screen TV and complimentary high-speed internet to keep guests entertained and connected. Modern amenities such as a work desk with lamp and tea/coffee-making facilities enhance the comfort of each stay.

Location

Holiday Inn Express London Stratford is conveniently located just a 10-minute walk from Stratford Tube and DLR station, enabling easy access to London City Airport. Nearby attractions include the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City, where shopping and dining options abound. For business travelers, ExCel London exhibition centre is just a 15-minute DLR ride away.

Dining

Guests are welcomed to enjoy the complimentary Express Start Breakfast, featuring items like scrambled eggs and sausages. In the evening, the open-plan lounge bar serves pub-style meals, ideal for relaxed dining after a day of exploring. Off-site restaurant delivery is also available for added convenience.

Business Facilities

The hotel offers five flexible meeting rooms, accommodating up to 80 people with natural light and free Wi-Fi. Equipment such as projectors and flip charts is available, along with complimentary refreshments including tea and coffee. These amenities cater to a variety of business needs in a convenient location.

Highlights

Location: 10-minute walk to tube station

Rooms: 153 guest rooms with black-out shades

Dining: Complimentary Express Start Breakfast

Business: Five meeting rooms for up to 80 people

“I was particularly struck by how well-situated the hotel is, especially for anyone heading to ABBA Voyage or needing quick access to Stratford station. The rooms prioritize cleanliness and comfort, and even feature thoughtful touches like complimentary treats for special occasions. While parking presents a minor hurdle, the convenience and service make it a solid choice in a busy area.”
Hotel logo
Amelia BrooksLead Hotel Editor at Hotelairport

Choose your ideal room style

Choose from family rooms, suites, flexible cancellation & more
  • Standard Double Room Single Sofa Bed Hot
    3 persons
    22 sq. feet
    1 Double bed
    Heating
    Shower
  • Standard Twin Room Hot
    2 persons
    22 sq. feet
    2 Single beds
    Heating
    Shower
  • Double Room Hot Accessible
    2 persons
    22 sq. feet
    1 Double bed
    Heating
    Shower
Show all rooms

Prices and Availability

Check availability and prices for your travel dates right now!
September 2026 - September 2027
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
September 2026
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
October 2026
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
November 2026
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
December 2026
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
January 2027
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
February 2027
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
March 2027
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
April 2027
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
May 2027
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
June 2027
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
July 2027
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
August 2027
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
Choose dates to see prices
Check-in/ Check-out

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport
Facilities: Great
8.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Private parking is possible on site at GBP 22 per day.

Dining

  • Restaurant

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
Show more

Dining Onsite

At Holiday Inn Express London Stratford, dining options invite guests to savor British flavors in a cozy yet modern setting. The Great Room offers a comfortable atmosphere perfect for enjoying delightful meals, while the bar serves a selection of international wines and fresh coffees, making it an ideal spot for relaxation after a day of exploration.
  • Great Room

    British
    Ambiance
    Modern dining area that transitions from a relaxing breakfast spot to an inviting evening meal venue.
    Key Offerings
    Start the day with a free Express Start Breakfast featuring favorites like a selection of sandwiches and savory items, complemented by a fresh fruit platter. In the evening, guests can unwind with international wines and fresh coffee in a laid-back setting with large-screen TVs.
    Reservation
    No
    Breakfast daily; evening meals available; hours vary.

Location

196 High Street, London, E15 2NE
Explore London
Explore Stratford
  • Top Attractions
  • Activities
  • Dining
  • Entertainment
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
18 minutes' walk
Home to beautiful landscapes and venues from the 2012 Olympics, with activities ranging from cycling to .
London Stadium
London Stadium
25 minutes' walk
This multi-purpose stadium hosts sports and concerts, making it a vibrant hub of entertainment.
Theatre Royal Stratford East
Theatre Royal Stratford East
13 minutes' walk
A historic theater known for its innovative productions and community-focused plays, appealing to all audiences.
ArcelorMittal Orbit
ArcelorMittal Orbit
11 minutes' walk
An iconic sculpture offering breathtaking views of London from its observation deck, enhancing the skyline.
London Aquatics Centre
London Aquatics Centre
9 minutes' walk
A thrilling swimming experience awaits in this Olympic venue, featuring pools and diving facilities, perfect for families.
Crossrail Place Roof Garden
15 minutes' walk
A peaceful retreat offering lush gardens and stunning views, ideal for relaxation and leisurely strolls.
Pie Crust
1 minute' walk
A cozy spot known for its traditional British pies, perfect for a quick bite after exploring Stratford.
XIX Nineteen
7 minutes' walk
A delightful café serving contemporary British dishes, with an inviting atmosphere and optional outdoor seating.
The Abbey Tap
14 minutes' walk
A welcoming pub with a lively atmosphere, featuring local ales and regular events, perfect for unwinding.
Discover Children's Story Centre
Discover Children's Story Centre
6 minutes' walk
An interactive center focusing on storytelling, offering engaging activities for families and children of all ages.
Getting around
  • City Centre
    London 14 min  ·  5.7 mi
  • Airports
    London City (LCY) 13 min  ·  5.2 mi
    London Heathrow (LHR) 56 min  ·  23.0 mi
  • Train
    Maryland Railway Station 17 min  ·  4600 ft
    Hackney Wick Railway Station 20 min  ·  1.0 mi
  • Underground
    Stratford Station 8 min  ·  2000 ft
  • Bus
    Bus stop 8 min  ·  2000 ft
Looking for early discounts?
Get airport hotel deals before everyone else
Check Rates
Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at GBP 22 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 7.5 per person.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Czech, Romanian, Polish, Lithuanian, Latvian
Year renovated:
2011
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
153
Former name
holiday inn express london stratford, an ihg hotel

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions
Review summary
Based on recent reviews
Powered by AI
Guests frequently highlight the hotel's convenient location near the Stratford tube/train station, which makes it easy to access attractions like the ABBA Arena and a large shopping centre. The rooms are often described as spacious and comfortable, featuring amenities such as tea and coffee facilities, and ironing boards. The breakfast is appreciated for its variety, offering options from fruit to hot dishes; however, some guests have found the selection to be the same each day. The comfortable beds and good pillows are also commonly mentioned as a plus for a restful stay.
Show more
Review score
Based on 3413 verified reviews
8.7 /10
Great
94 %
Recommend
Staff
9.3/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Breakfast
7.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Pros
Helpful staff
Clean room
Excellent breakfast
Perfect location
Easy check-in
Cons
Soft pillows
Room noise
Limited seating
Extra blanket
Guest reviews
based on 3413 reviews
8.7/10
based on 999 reviews
4/5
based on 7009 reviews
8.7/10
Aiden from Ireland
Standard Twin Room Hot
3 nights in November 2025
|
Reviewed: January 31, 2026
9/10

Clean and Convenient Stay

strong water pressure many choices
The walk-in shower had strong water pressure and hot water. Breakfast had many choices and was easy to get to (I especially liked the fruit!).
0 Helpful
Grayson from United States
Single
Standard Twin Room Hot
3 nights in November 2025
|
Reviewed: January 25, 2026
6/10

Acceptable Hotel for a Short Visit

good location helpful staff insufficient heating poor hospitality
The location was convenient. It was close to the train station. The breakfast had a good selection of items. The staff at breakfast were pleasant and helpful.
The bedroom lacked sufficient heating. The hotel provided a small oil radiator, but it was inadequate for the room size. They did not acknowledge my complaint at all. I found this a bad reflection on hospitality.
0 Helpful
Jason from United Kingdom
Family with children
standard room hot
3 nights in October 2025
|
Reviewed: December 30, 2025
9/10

convenient stay near stratford station

helpful staff breakfast choices on-site parking valuable amenity
the hotel's proximity to stratford station was very helpful. the room was very clean and tidy, and the breakfast offered sufficient choices. on-site parking existed, a valuable amenity. the staff was friendly and helpful throughout my stay.
the tv aerial was not connected when i arrived and i have to do it myself.
Dining
9/10
the breakfast area featured a pancake machine, very easy to use. there was a good variety of food items on offer, i noticed frequent refills. the dining area was clean and well kept.
0 Helpful
|
Show more
Layla from United Kingdom
Family with children
Standard Double Room Hot
3 nights in August 2025
|
Reviewed: November 02, 2025
7/10
friendly staff clean rooms shower door tv aerial
the location was good for abba voyage just a short walk from stratford station i found the staff friendly they kept the rooms clean and well looked after
the shower door didn't close properly and the tv aerial wasn't connected when i arrived i had to fix it myself to get terrestrial channels i found that odd
0 Helpful
FAQs
About Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg
What is the distance from Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg to the O2 Arena?
The hotel is approximately 10 km from the O2 Arena.
Which nearby attractions can guests visit when staying at Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg?
Nearby attractions include Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park (1 km), Westfield Stratford City (0.5 km), and the ArcelorMittal Orbit sculpture (0.5 km).
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg?
Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 11:00.
Is breakfast included with a stay at Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg?
A complimentary Express Start Breakfast is included with the stay.
What types of dining options are available at Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg?
The hotel features the Great Room Restaurant serving traditional British cuisine and a bar offering international wines and fresh coffees.
Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg?
Limited on-site parking is available for £22 per day, on a first-come, first-served basis.
What amenities are available in the rooms at Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg?
Rooms include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and coffee machines.
Does Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg have facilities for business travelers?
The hotel offers flexible meeting spaces that can accommodate up to 80 guests.
How can guests travel to London City Airport from Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg?
Direct trains to London City Airport can be caught from the nearby Stratford train station.
Which restaurants are located near Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg?
Nearby dining options include The Pantry Restaurant, XIX Nineteen, and Nawabs Kitchen, all within 0.5 km.
Does Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg have free Wi-Fi access?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
What is the closest underground station to Holiday Inn Express London Stratford By Ihg?
Stratford Underground Station is approximately 0.5 km from the hotel.

Next best alternative

Consider them for your next trip.