About this property

This good-value, modern hotel in Hemel Hempstead has a licensed bar and an on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and onsite parking is provided. The bedrooms at Holiday Inn Express Hemel Hempstead each have a 32-inch flat screen TV and an en suite shower room. Ironing facilities and hairdryers are also provided. A breakfast buffet is served daily, featuring continental options, scrambled eggs, bacon, baked beans and sausages. The hotel is within easy reach of junction 20 of the M25, and junction 8 of the M1 (via A414). It has 3 meeting rooms and serves evening meals daily, while snacks and drinks are available from the bar and vending area. Central London is just 30 minutes by train from Apsley Station, which is a 2-minute walk away. Wembley is also just 30 minutes' train ride away. The Harry Potter Studio Tour is just 5 miles away, around 12 minutes by car. The nearest airport is London Luton Airport, 17 km from the accommodation.

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

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

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

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Buffet

    • Free parking available at the hotel

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Recommended for 2 adults

1 × Standard Twin Room with Free Hot Breakfast
Price for:
Max persons: 2
Beds: 2 single beds
Free cancellation before 16:00 on 5 October 2025
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
We have 1 left
US$212 per night
Price US$637
3 nights, 2 adults
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Standard Room with Free Hot Breakfast
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 5 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Continental breakfast included
US$664 for 3 nights
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  • 2 single beds
Free cot available on request
240 feet²
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$212 per night
Price US$637
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 5 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • We have 1 left
Free cot available on request
200 feet²
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$221 per night
Price US$664
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 16:00 on 5 October 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • We have 1 left
  • You won't be charged yet

Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • FuturePlus
    FuturePlus

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paula
    Ireland Ireland
    Clean room, comfy beds, the breakfast was excellent
  • Jayne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was excellent, staff were so friendly and helpful and the room was spotless.
  • Nona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We liked that the property was located near the canal.
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was spit on, nice selection of stuff to eat and all really tasty.
  • David
    Australia Australia
    Good location for us, reasonably priced and very comfortable
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable room with very good bathroom. Breakfast was included.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean, friendly staff, perfect location for where we needed to be. Menu had a good choice and lots of choice for the buffet breakfast. Rooms clean and tidy and a good size even with sofa bed in use. Lovely location next to canal,
  • Hannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The rooms were amazing ideal for families and the breakfast was delicious
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were travelling with a 12 day old baby and a dog. The room was comfortable, supper in the restaurant and breakfast good. The most important thing for us was the staff who were really welcoming to all of us.
  • Rob
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was excellent Plenty of parking Good room size

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Dinner

House rules

Holiday Inn Express Hemel Hempstead 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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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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

Car parking is available for hotel residents and is allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

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.

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of 30 GBP per pet, per stay applies. Pets are welcomed by prior arrangement with the hotel.

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.