Holiday Inn Southend, an IHG Hotel, offers an upscale eco-certified experience. Travelers enjoy international breakfast options at the 1935 Rooftop Restaurant while taking in terrace views. The property features a fitness center for workouts and two cafes for coffee breaks.
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
City view
22 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Airport View)
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
22 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - single
Separate bedroom
City view
22 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
City view
22 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed (Airport View)
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
City view
37 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
City view
26 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Airport View)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
City view
26 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Airport View)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
City view
22 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
City view
26 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Airport View)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
City view
22 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
13 reviews
(13 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
City view
22 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
About the neighborhood
Located in Southend-on-Sea, Holiday Inn Southend by IHG is near the airport and near the beach. Prittlewell Priory and Beecroft Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Belfairs Public Golf Course and Estuary Bicycle Trail. Adventure Island and Southend Leisure & Tennis Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Southend-on-Sea travel guide
You can look forward to a terrace, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Holiday Inn Southend by IHG. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, 1935 Rooftop Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and 4 meeting rooms
Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and wedding services
A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 129 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Secured, uncovered self parking on site (GBP 15 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 per person
2 coffee shops/cafes
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
1935 Rooftop Restaurant
Things to do
Gym
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Wedding services
Business services
4 meeting rooms
Business center
Computer station
Conference center (140 square feet of space)
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.00 per stay
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: GBP 50.00 per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 per person
Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 15 per night
Pet fee: GBP 30 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.00 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Holiday Inn Hotel Southend
Holiday Inn Southend
Southend Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Southend Hotel
Holiday Inn Southend
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Southend an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG Southend-on-Sea
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG Hotel Southend-on-Sea
Frequently asked questions
Is Holiday Inn Southend by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Southend by IHG?
As of 9 Rabiʻ I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Southend by IHG on 22 Rabiʻ I 2026 start from SAR 289, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for GBP 15 per night.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Southend by IHG?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Southend by IHG?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Where is Holiday Inn Southend by IHG located?
Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Rollacity, Southend University Hospital, and Roots Hall Stadium. Palace Theatre and Prittlewell Priory are also within 3 mi (5 km). Southend Airport Station is 6 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Friendly and courteous staff, room clean and spacious. Breakfast was good and enjoyed looking out onto the runway. Hotel modern , stylish and very clean. Will definitely stay again.
Room was nicely furnished. Hotel was clean. Very festive with some beautiful Christmas displays. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was good. Very dog friendly.
Despite the hotel being next to the airport, it's very quiet.
Staff is very kind and helpful.
Attila
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
IAN
30 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely room. Spacious and clean.
Super checkin at midnight.
Liked all the staff.
Very nice breakfast room.
IAN
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Vincent
13 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Another great stay reception staff is excellent very welcoming as usual. Dinner was good. Recommended
Vincent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Claire
16 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff Supa friendly with efficient quick chk in. Rooms were spacious and immaculately clean. Being just 5min walk to the airport I’d definitely stay over again particularly for any early flights
The bed mattress was very hard, did not sleep very well.
Heating was hit and miss.
Staff were fantastic, helpful polite, could not do enough to make things easier.
Great hotel with excellent staff from check in to check out. Clean lovely public areas and great secure parking.
John
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Gayna
1 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bedroom was very comfortable and the bathroom was spotless.
The breakfast choice was susbtantial and delicious.
The staff were very helpful.
However I was woken late at night by a dog barking in a room close to ours and again at 6.00 am and 7.30 in the
morning .
Reception staff very pleasant and helpful also one came to our room to sort a couple of small difficulties.
Took a little while for the room to warm up but then comfortable.
Good to have a bath as well as a safe in the room
Staff at dinner were very pleasant and a good breakfast.
All in all a great stay