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Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Canterbury, an IHG Hotel 3 stars

A2, Upper Harbledown, Canterbury, CT2 9HX, United Kingdom

#19 of 27 hotels in Canterbury

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 814 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    7.6

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Fair price but minor irritation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a shame you have to pay for parking, that should be included in the room rate as minor irritations like this are very annoying

    Clean and comfortable Fair price for the standard of hotel

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 1 night

    I was quite happy with all aspects.

    Comfortable, functionable, ideal for our purpose which was to show my grandson Kent University. The breakfast was excellent.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    9.0
    very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 3 nights

    excellent staff, great breakfast

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    Excellent location and Value for money.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    9.0
    Just the job
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could have seeds and nuts

    Good to have fresh fruit and yoghurt.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Better than anticipated, thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lead on Hairdryer not long enough as only socket by mirror was at floor level £3 cap park charge seemed a like a hidden cost or a hidden surcharge given there is no access possible other than by car. I would have preferred to have had more transparency anout this with it being included in the room cost. Perhaps a deduction could be offered for those being requiring more than one room. I acknowledge this is a minor personal niggle.but it was how I felt at the time. being asked for a paltry £3 when I thought I had paid in full!

    Comprehensive Breakfast with mulitple options Very quiet location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    8.0
    Most helpful staff, excellent breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing was the bathroom door which doubled up as a toilet door. 2 members of our family trapped fingers.

    The staff were so helpful. Couldn't do enough for you and always smiling. Excellent service.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Pleasant, comfortable and close to city centre, but noisy as next to busy road. Lovely staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Hotel is located next to the busy A2 dual carriageway road. So, there was constant noise, although muffled when the bedroom window is closed. However, be aware that if you book, there will be this noise all the time.

    Very friendly and pleasant staff who provided an excellent service. The Hotel is approx. 10 minutes drive to the city centre. Breakfast was a good range of items and all fresh and restocked. The room (double) was ample and very clean and modern with all facilities needed for a comfortable short stay. The Hotel is also conveniently next to a fuel garage should you need to get fuel. But it is expensive!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    9.0
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Exceptionally run by lovely staff, excellent breakfast and comfortable accommodation, very quiet at night.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    8.0
    We really enjoyed our stay and was surprised at how clean and welcoming the hotel was.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing we did not like about the property was that the beds were to firm although that was our own fault as we chose the firm beds so no fault of the hotels.

    Everything it was really reasonably priced and was very clean and welcoming. Also the free complimentary breakfast was very nice, all the food was fresh and the staff were so attentive.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Extractor fan turned off at 11pm, was noisy even with bathroom door closed.....but being picky here!

    Clean, convenient and the food (evening and breakfast) was surprisingly nice (not a pub / restaurant vibe and was functional)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not very friendly receptionist and no fresh air for room

    On arrival some confusion about my payment .I had already paid but they said I hadnt.I showed the receipt but still not believed ...apparently you Booking.com had been paid instead.I felt embarresed. Apart from that the hotel was clean and the bed was comfoetable .Its near a motorway so no air con so quite stuffy .Too noisy to open the windows. Food was very good but not enough choice for Vegetarian or Vegan

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    Very enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing was to much trouble all the staff were lovely breakfast was very good would highly recommend to stay at this hotel

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    Great stay with comfy beds, lovely breakfast and fantastic service from staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room layout could have been more practical - sofa bed opened onto where the cabinet for luggage is, leaving a small gap to squeeze through and which you had to get through to get to the bathroom.

    Excellent, polite, friendly and helpful service from all staff from the moment we arrived. Requested a room in a quiet part of the hotel and the room was peaceful, with comfy beds and bedding. Impressed by the breakfast selection - especially being included in the price - and the way there were a lot of staff present making sure everyone had what they needed and regularly refreshing all the buffet items.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    9.0
    Amazing experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very little not to like, property only issue was that the electric charger wasn't working and some minor issues during booking wherein no one got back with special rates for the group but we just booked via booking.com

    The best stay we had ever! we were big group of 23 people, the staff at check in and especially the chef really went out of their way to ensure we had everything we need. The food (we had dinner and breakfast) was really really good. The chef prepared additional vegetarian options given that most of the group was vegetarian. The chef even provided Indian tea for us which was beyond what we expected. The best stay we had and we enjoyed a lot.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 1 night

    No lounge area around the bar

    Very good breakfast.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    9.0
    Great hotel but family room is too small
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was too small for a family room. No where to move around once beds all made up

    Nice comfortable bed and good facilities. Staff very pleasant and helpful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    A pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit noisy from traffic

    The staff were very helpful and welcoming.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only a spar near by, if you want to go somewhere you have to drive

    Everything, comfy, clean, good breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    Our stay at the Holiday Inn Canterbury was pleasant and we are booking to stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 1 night

    Only slight problem that myself who does not sleep flat could not cover top half of body. No other problems.

    Room was well laid out with space to move as both have mobility issues. Beds were comfortable but slight coverage problem as I cannot lay flat. Sister was perfectly fine Breakfast was great thoroughly enjoyed good spread. Hotel staff very helpful and pleasant.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    8.0
    Very nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was too soft and we kept rolling into the middle of it. This not good as I have Osteoporosis and am recovering from spinal fractures. This was not told to the hotel, but the bed was uncomfortable for my partner too.

    The staff were very friendly, helpful and professional.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    9.0
    I loved my room - the sofa and table area for working were amazing.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Super friendly and helpful staff. I don’t think I have even been treated so well; even in super high end hotels.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    9.0
    Perfect en-route stop
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Paying for parking seems a bit naff but the cost is not significant.

    Room was good for a budget hotel. Nice breakfast. Very convenient just off a2. Easy to get back on even if heading back towards m25.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room Selected at Check-In
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The breakfast was good.

    Stayed in February 2024

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