Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG

Hotel with restaurant, near Derry City Walls

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In the heart of Derry City Walls, Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and coffee shop. Unwind by the lobby fireplace or meet friends for drinks at the bar. With free in-room WiFi, express check-out, and luggage storage, your stay is sure to be seamless.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
£87
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Excellent
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Wonderful
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Room amenity

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

Very good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Extra Floor Space, Free Hot Breakfast)

Exceptional
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

Very good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
31 Strand Road, Londonderry, Northern Ireland, BT48 7BL

What's nearby

  • Walled City - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Guildhall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Museum of Free Derry and Bloody Sunday Memorial - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Millennium Forum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Derry City Walls - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 27 min drive
  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 32 min drive
  • Londonderry Station - 17 min walk
  • Bellarena Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dungloe Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Guildhall Taphouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hillbilly's Chicken - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Guild Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spaghetti Junction - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Derry City Walls. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 119 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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.

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 and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Off-site parking within 328 ft (GBP 12.00 per night)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Sofa bed
  • Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 23 December and 26 December.

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 12.00 per night (328 ft away)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Derry Londonderry Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Derry Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Derry Londonderry
Holiday Inn Express Derry
Holiday Inn Express rry Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG currently open?

The property is closed between 23 December and 26 December.

Does Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry 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 Derry - Londonderry by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Amusements (21-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing, hiking and horse riding.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG is in the heart of Londonderry, a short 11-minute walk from Derry City Walls and 4 minutes' walk from Guildhall. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with many options, good quality, and a great selection. (50 reviews)
  • Breakfast was decent and there were many restaurants and cafes nearby. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice, clean and comfortable room and very helpful staff.
Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming, superb location, awesome staff. Breakfast was decent and rooms very clean
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Oh yes staff were amazing gotta say and the rooms were spotless ☺️ very nice hotel gotta say and the rooms very comfy indeed
Jill, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the hotel and the location! Staff were very friendly!
Diana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were brilliant clean room service brilliant
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were super happy with ever, clean room, staff, and amenities!
Lori, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, room was very clean. All the staff were very friendly and accommodating. Location is perfect, would recommend!
Malachy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great staff, convenient location
tyler, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good afternoon folks, it was pretty good. We had a fire alarm experience at 3.30am, and the Hotel personnel were great finding solutions. Highly recommend.
Ruben, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were amazing really helpful, the hotel met all our needs
Keith, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable room, friendly and helpful staff!
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly and helpful and the rooms were very clean and cozy.
Sydney, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff friendly
ryan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean, with very comfortable beds, staff were very friendly, plenty of places to walk to
Lynn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were so helpful and friendly, ordered taxis for us and made my sister who has mobility issues comfortable. We couldn’t have asked for more
Maureen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

If you're looking for a nice hotel, with friendly staff, King sized beds, full breakfast, and good location in Derry. This hotel is my #1 pick.
RICHARD, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing stay at the hotel this week! The room was spotless a the staff were so kind. We were also provided with a free breakfast which had many options for hot and cold food. The location at the hotel is great so close to the local town meaning you don’t need to take public transport! I will hopefully be returning and recommending to all!
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff very helpful & friendly
Lynn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff , nothing too much trouble, very helpful
Mal, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Helpful stuff, clean room
Darren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Front desk staff and manager very nice and helpful
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff

Lovely clean hotel. Very friendly amd helpful staff.
Claire, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, large room, airy. Good WiFi. Great location
Sara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless room, very cosy. Staff were attentive and helpful.
Kelly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Night out

Well situated, lovely cook breakfast, friendly staff
Patrick, 1-night trip