About this property

Just a 4-minute drive or 15-minute walk from the terminal, Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport offers modern rooms and excellent access to the M1. Just 3 miles from Donington Park Circuit and a 20-minute drive from Derby city centre. Alton Towers can be reached in 45 minutes, and Attenborough Nature Reserve is 20 minutes away. Each room has a 32-inch TV and en-suite facilities including a power shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Holiday Inn Express rooms also feature a work desk, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms also have beautiful views of the Derbyshire countryside. The Great Room Bar and Lounge features widescreen TVs, and offers a selection of evening meals, light snacks and beverages. The free breakfast buffet is available in the morning and consists of hot items such as bacon, sausages, scrambled eggs and baked beans, as well as a selection of continental items. Holiday Inn Express East Midlands has chargeable on-site parking and also offers Park and Fly packages. The front desk service is also 24-hour. There are also 4 meeting rooms with audio/visual equipment available for hire.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed and Free Hot Breakfast
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 16 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Continental breakfast included
  • 1 double bed and
  • 1 sofa bed
US$259 for 3 nights
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Standard Room with Free Hot Breakfast
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 16 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Continental breakfast included
US$259 for 3 nights
  • You won't be charged yet

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  • 1 double bed and
  • 1 sofa bed
194 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Max persons: 2
US$86 per night
Price US$259
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 16 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • We have 6 left
194 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$86 per night
Price US$259
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 16 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • We have 6 left
  • You won't be charged yet
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bernard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room cosy Breakfast Excellent: Well presented, wide range of well cooked food Excellent long stay car park used and Taxi's to and from EMA included
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bedroom was large and comfortable , breakfast was very good and staff were very friendly and helpful.
  • Vicki
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I didn't have the breakfast but the cheese toastie I had was amazing and fairly priced, the room was actually very cheap for an airport hotel, will definitely stay here again when I have an early flight, thank you xx
  • Howie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast variety was lovely. Would definitely recommend to anyone! Many thanks
  • Ena
    France France
    Handy to the airport. Staff exceptionally helpful. Quick responses from them before my stay requesting a room close to the lift.
  • Nick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was good the breakfast was good staff was pleasant, the facilities was good and clean. We'd be happy to stay again
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very accessible from the airport. Staff available and welcoming for a late arrival. Lovely clean and comfortable room with nice decor. Great breakfast buffet included in the already reasonable price. Staff very cheerful and friendly. Highly...
  • Lorraine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Proximity to airport and spacious comfortable rooms with everything provided
  • Alison
    Singapore Singapore
    Friendly staff and good value for money Good English breakfast
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Convenient, friendly, helpful staff. Cleanliness. Nice breakfast.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Great Room
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

Holiday Inn Express East Midlands Airport by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests staying at the hotel are charged GBP 10 per night for parking. Non-residents are charged GBP 20 per night for parking. If booking a Double Room with Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process. Please note, that the card used to make the reservation must be presented upon check-in and verified by pin. Please note that cash payments are not allowed. Pets are welcome at our hotel. An additional charge of GBP 30 per pet per stay applies. Pre-booking is essential. Please contact the hotel to check availability. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.