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Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to ExCeL Exhibition Centre

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Exterior
Restaurant
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Bar (on property)
Meeting facility
Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL is conveniently near O2 Arena. Guests enjoy a morning breakfast buffet before exploring, unwind on the terrace after a busy day, and stay connected with free in-room WiFi. The helpful staff enhances the experience throughout the stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is RM359
RM431 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
1018 Dockside Road, London, England, E16 2FQ

What's nearby

  • ExCeL Exhibition Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • O2 Arena - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Westfield Stratford City - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • London Eye - 22 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Buckingham Palace - 25 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Royal Albert Station - 2 min walk
  • Barking Station - 7 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪E16 Café - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Salt Port - Restaurant & Delicatessen - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL by IHG

Hotel near ExCeL Exhibition Centre
Located close to O2 Arena, Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), ATM/banking services and a banquet hall
  • Free newspapers, a front desk safe and a lift
  • A vending machine, a TV in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 204 rooms include comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Travel cots, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available on weekdays 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (431 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 20 per night

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL by IHG?

As of 24 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL by IHG on 28 Sept 2025 start from RM 359.45, 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 London - ExCeL by IHG?

Self-parking is available for GBP 20 per night.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL by IHG located?

Located in Docklands, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from ExCeL Exhibition Centre and 2.5 mi (4 km) from O2 Arena. Westfield Stratford City and London Eye are also within 9 mi (15 km). Royal Albert Station is only a 2-minute walk and Prince Regent Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express London - ExCeL by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 494 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1012 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well kept, modern, clean. Staff was friendly with any questions, and included breakfast was large and delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel all good 👌👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good night stay, simple check in and out with comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast choice and timings of breakfast. Loved the proximity to Attractions and Transport links Loved the cleanliness and upkeep of the hotel and amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean with friendly and warm staff. It's conveniently located near public transportation, and quiet due to its distance from major tourist activities. They could offer a more varied breakfast menu.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Harland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, close to my work, great friendly staff and breakfast to go
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was modern, spacious, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dannah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The food and facilities were great! Cleanliness is spotless.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was in an ideal location, 2 minute walk from dlr and a wonderful sight of the runway at London city airport. Hotel was very clean and all staff were professional and very helpful, I have booked this hotel again 😁
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern and easy to park. Will certainly be coming back again for our next stay in London
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Verkehrsanbindung, schönes Zimmer und nettes Personal.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly and accomdating. Despite our issues with it being extremely noisy in our original room they sorted it immediately and moved us. Also, best hotel shower ever!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent property to stay in that is not far from public transport. No in room dining services and my phone charger mysteriously disappeared after my room was serviced.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely clean hotel that we use quite often for london trips, because of the transport links etc. Friendly staff, clean and modern rooms. Overall a great stay would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good links into central London - A clean tidy and efficient hotel - Staff helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

AHMAD FAUZI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay at the hotel. Although we had a very late check-in due to late arrival near midnight, food was still available. Overall, the facilities and cleanliness met our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking facility. Easy walking distance to Excel, Good breakfast and helpful staff 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yunus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel if you want to be close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Von Airport sehr gut. Öffentlicher Verkehr sehr gut. Frühstück ausgezeichnet.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay, food lovely and friend staff

Staff was very friendly from reception to bar staff and house keeping
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Amadeu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I didn't ask for a disabled room and i slip twice because the wet floor in the wet room. Didn't appreciated the airplanes noise and the pillows could have been better. Small double bed and a winter quilt in the summer not needed. The matress was comfortable. The tram near by was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Hotel is pretty standard Holiday Inn. Has a small car park at £20 per night. Restaurant has a varied menu of simple food. Service was slow and as a group of 10 our meals were delivered over the course of an hour.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Franz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel gut, Zimmer gut und sauber, Frühstück ok, Negativ war, dass es am Wochenende keine Zugverbindung zur Stadt gibt, es fahren Busse aber es ist sehr kompliziert und unübersichtlich.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

neil

Great location for London City Airport. Staff were pleasant and helpful, property well maintained. View from room of car park and building around. we were leaving early so were given a packed breakfast but this turned out to be just unripe fruit and a mini muffin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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