Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Londonderry

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Bar (on property)
Meeting facility
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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31 Strand Road, Londonderry, Northern Ireland, BT48 7BL
  • Place, Museum of Free Derry and Bloody Sunday Memorial
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Forum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Derry City Walls
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Londonderry

City center stay.You'll be steps from The Peoples Gallery and a 5-minute walk from Derry Visitor and Convention Bureau. Great James' Street Presbyterian Church and Guildhall are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Guildhall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Museum of Free Derry and Bloody Sunday Memorial - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Millennium Forum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • You are Now Entering Free Derry Mural - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Derry City Walls - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 17 min walk
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spaghetti Junction - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Guildhall Taphouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mandarin Palace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fiorentini's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Trinity - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Londonderry
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG also features coffee/tea in a common area, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities.

This 3-star Londonderry hotel is smoke free.

  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG offers 119 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Londonderry hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express 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.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 23 and December 26.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 12.00 per night (328 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

How close is Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG is 9.8 mi (27-min drive) away from the Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 10.4 mi (26-min drive) from Lisfannon Strand and 12.1 mi (29-min drive) from Buncrana Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Star Amusements (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG to downtown Londonderry?

Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG is 0.2 mi away from Londonderry.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 769 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 769 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 769 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 769 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 769 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

BRIAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiernan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff could not have been any friendlier or helpful. The breakfast buffet was beautiful. Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silparani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ross

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. Workmen battering about outside at 6am and bottles getting clattered about at 630 was not.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in close proximity to bars/restaurants. Good breakfast. No parking on site, multi story car park is across the road. Half price parking when you validate your ticket at the front desk. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We asked for a quite room and we got a lovely quiet one - perfect for a great nights sleep!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Lovely hotel and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhilash

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, super nice staff and very helpful on recommendations, excellent breakfast. Nice clean rooms with comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

punya

Disliked: Cleanliness
The sheets and towels were not clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They played Sting "every move you make " non stop and I could hear the beat in my bedroom all night . No need
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location close to attractions, shopping and pubs/restaurants. Modern hotel with facilities you would expect of a Holiday inn express. Good breakfast options. Lively pub or more sedate bar so suits most people. Discounted parking in multi storey carpark about 1 minutes walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald and Sherryl

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis-Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. Nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Alan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025