Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG

3.0 star property
Harlow hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Enjoy a diverse selection of juices and international cuisine at our self-serve beverage and food stations.
Experience the modern design of this Holiday Inn Express, featuring a brick and glass facade with large windows.
Meetings and presentations take place in this well-equipped conference room with a projector screen and comfortable seating.
Welcome to our reception area, where friendly staff are available to assist with your stay. Offers a convenient check-in experience and access to a nearby dining area.
Two single beds with white linens and blue accents, a wall-mounted lamp, and a nightstand.
In the heart of Harlow's business district, Holiday Inn Express Harlow offers a warm welcome with a fireplace in the lobby and international cuisine at Great Room Restaurant. Start your day with full breakfast, stay connected with free WiFi, and unwind at the bar or enjoy newspapers in the lobby.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $69
$83 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room (Free Hot Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Crown Gate, Harlow, England, CM20 1NB

What's nearby

  • Paradise Wildlife Park - 13 min drive - 19.0 km
  • The Henry Moore Foundation - 16 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Epping Forest - 19 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - 29 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Finsbury Park - 36 min drive - 38.7 km

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 27 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 43 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 50 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 61 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 69 min drive
  • Harlow Mill Station - 5 min drive
  • Harlow Roydon Station - 7 min drive
  • Harlow Town Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Couzens Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Master Barista - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG

When visiting Harlow, Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Great Room Restaurant, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

Danish, English, French, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 123 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Offsite parking within 0.1 mi (GBP 6 per day)

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Discount at nearby fitness center

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2012
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

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Special features

Dining

Great Room Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 30 per stay

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from February 22 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Parking area
  • Select guestrooms

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Parking

  • Parking is available offsite and costs GBP 6 per day (0.1 mi away)

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Harlow Holiday Inn Express
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel Harlow
Holiday Inn Express Harlow Essex
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Inn Express Harlow Hotel
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Express Harlow By Ihg Harlow
Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Harlow an IHG Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG?

Yes, Great Room Restaurant offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG is a short 7-minute walk from Cineworld Harlow - Harvey Centre and 10 minutes' walk from Bouncers Dog Park.

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Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, delicious, and excellent with a variety of hot options. (30 reviews)
  • Breakfast buffet offered a good choice with hot food and friendly, polite staff. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean and friendly hotel .
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Central hotel, friendly staff, decent rooms and a great breakfast.
julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Reception stay welcoming & helpful.
Sean, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The beds
Heung Ming, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for a quick business trip, people are friendly
Samuel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nearby for our needs
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff, welcoming, helpful & gave excellent service Building clean and modern apart from scaffolding all very good Room, very clean & comfortable Will definitely use this chain oof hotels again Thank you Harlow
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was expecting free parking
Alin Adrian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Roadworks

Roadworks outside make finding the hotel a nightmare. No car park at the hotel - use the nearby NCP one. No discount on the parking fees
Kathryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel

Comfortable stay. Had everything needed.
Tracey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice for a short stay

Very nice for a short stay.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff polite room clean and comfortable breakfast lovely. Area not great but hotel lovely
Jennie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

parking a nightmare
Fabian, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Under repair

Under repair and no parking not good had to find own park ( which holiday inn should pay for as there carpark closed
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly receptionist

Receptionist on check in was really nice and then really helpful with recommendations for a restaurant.
Claire, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again

Excellent hotel and convenient location.
Victoria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Would have been good to know we couldn’t park on site before arriving. Lots of roadworks next to hotel and gas to park in multi story car park next door at cost of £13 for 2 nights
Vicky, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was difficult to park due to work on the building otherwise ok
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great check in, and lovely clean rooms. Breakfast was good and checkout also quick and easy.
Noel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a pleasure to stay in the hotel. A friendly welcome when we arrived And the room was very clean and tidy. The bed was very comfortable And have to say that the bathroom was outstanding. And will be staying there again soon.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No parking and asked to pay £6 for overnight stay
Krishna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay
Edwin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful friendly staff excellent breakfast
susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The service was amazing and the beds were so comfy, it was like sleeping on a cloud! The breakfast was also amazing
Aleeza, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Olugbemga, 1-night trip