Holiday Inn Basildon By Ihg, Basildon
About the Hotel
Holiday Inn Basildon is located within the Festival Leisure Park in Essex, offering a variety of entertainment options nearby. The hotel features modern amenities and a lakeside garden ideal for relaxation. It provides easy access to attractions in both Basildon and greater London. The establishment caters to both business and leisure travelers, making it a versatile destination.
Location
Conveniently situated just a 10-minute drive from the M25, the hotel is in proximity to Basildon train station, allowing direct trains to London. The surrounding Festival Leisure Park includes multiple restaurants, a cinema, and bowling facilities, making it a prime spot for entertainment. Nearby attractions like Adventure Island in Southend-on-Sea provide additional recreational options.
Rooms
The hotel offers new generation bedrooms equipped with 40-inch flat-screen TVs, large shower heads, and king-size beds for optimal comfort. Families can choose twin rooms featuring a double bed and a sofa bed, convenient for children. Guests can also enjoy a pillow menu to enhance their sleep experience. Accessible rooms are available, ensuring comfort for all guests.
Eat & Drink
The on-site restaurant serves a famous hot and cold breakfast buffet alongside lunch and dinner options. Guests can relax in the Lounge Bar, which offers drinks and meals with views of the lake. Kids aged 12 and under eat free from the main menu, making it family-friendly. Additionally, room service is available around the clock.
Leisure & Business
The hotel provides a conference center with twelve versatile meeting rooms accommodating up to 300 guests for various events. Guests can enjoy a well-equipped gym at the nearby Fitness First, free for those staying at the hotel. The lakeside garden offers a tranquil space for relaxation, and the property features a modern lounge with a bar for socializing.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel rooms felt a little tired and basic with stains on the carpet, but they had a lovely view of the lake. The service was a mix of unwelcoming and helpful, with an overall ambition to ensure everyone felt welcome. The location was convenient for accessing various places in Basildon, close to entertainment amenities but with mixed opinions about the city. Dining experiences were pleasant, especially with thoughtful staff, but service times could get busy. The facilities offered were satisfactory.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. While the rooms were clean but a bit noisy due to outside disturbances, the service was a mix of standoffish encounters but also highlighted by an exceptional receptionist. The location was convenient overall, but noise from outside can be disruptive. Dining was decent, although timing and service could be improved. Facilities were standard.
The hotel had some positives like a convenient location for the leisure park and great assistance from the friendly staff. However, the room condition was a bit worn out and the dining experience fell short with cold food.
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