Name: Holiday Inn Express London - Wandsworth By Ihg
Address: Smugglers Way, London, Greater London, SW18 1EG
Price range: US$83+
Rating: 8.4

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About the Hotel

Smugglers Way, London, SW18 1EG

Near Bramford Gardens

Very good

7.8

7.6

/10

4.2

3.8

Loved by Holiday Inn Express London - Wandsworth By Ihg guests

Short term stay

Helpful staff

Clean room

Breakfast menu

Parking space

Safe area

Holiday Inn Express London - Wandsworth By Ihg - A modern hotel with free breakfast and strong transport links

Located in Wandsworth, anchored by Old York Road, Holiday Inn Express London - Wandsworth By Ihg offers air-conditioned rooms with pillow menus, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. The inclusive Express Start Breakfast includes hot options like scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausages. The lounge bar serves light snacks, pizzas, and drinks. Holiday Inn Express is a 5-minute walk from Wandsworth Town Station, providing a 12-minute train ride to Waterloo and 3 minutes to Clapham Junction. Nearby attractions include Battersea Park's Go Ape adventure park (3 km away) and Chelsea Football Club's Stamford Bridge stadium. The hotel features a meeting room for up to 20 people and offers family rooms with sofa beds.

Pros

Free Express Start Breakfast with hot and cold options.

Strong transport links, including a 12-minute train ride to Waterloo.

Family rooms with sofa beds accommodate up to two adults and two children.

Meeting facilities available for business travelers.

Cons

On-site parking costs £25 per day with limited spaces.

No spa or pool facilities.

Select your room type

Holiday Inn Express London - Wandsworth By Ihg offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room Hot
2 persons
205 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Heating
Shower
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Standard Double Room Hot
2 persons
205 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Heating
Shower
room details
Double Room Hot Accessible
2 persons
220 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Heating
Shower
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Facilities

Holiday Inn Express London - Wandsworth By Ihg offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Holiday Inn Express London - Wandsworth By Ihg Location

Smugglers Way, London, SW18 1EG

Map view

City landmarks

Landmark

London Eye

4.1 mi

Garden

Buckingham Palace

3.4 mi

Landmark

Fulham Palace

1.3 mi

Landmark

The Clapham Grand

1.2 mi

Museum

V - Victoria and Albert Museum

2.5 mi

Stadium

Stamford Bridge

1.3 mi

Museum

Natural History Museum

2.4 mi

Park

Clapham Common

2.0 mi

Landmark

The Hurlingham Club

1.0 mi

Landmark

Southside Wandsworth

2800 ft

Park

Bishops Park

1.4 mi

Museum

Science Museum

2.5 mi

Church

St Mary's Church

1.1 mi

Landmark

Wandsworth Park

3500 ft

Landmark

York Gardens Library

3300 ft

Museum

De Morgan Centre

3300 ft

Nearby

Park

Bramford Gardens

1500 ft

Restaurants

McDonald's

1000 ft

1 Marl Road

Edible Kitchen and Cafe

2200 ft

Spinnaker House Juniper Drive

York Cafe

3600 ft

232 York Road

Cafe Fleur

3500 ft

198 St. Ann's Hill

Amrutha Box

3600 ft

Wandsworth High Street Street cube 001

The Anchor

3900 ft

61 Holgate Avenue Battersea

Pho Anh

3800 ft

145-147 Wandsworth High Street

Dixi's Piri Piri

4100 ft

130 Wandsworth High Street

Explore London

Explore Wandsworth

Fulham Palace

25 minutes' walk

Historic house and garden with interactive exhibitions. Offers free entry and engaging events throughout the year.

Stamford Bridge

25 minutes' walk

Home of Chelsea FC, this stadium hosts tours showcasing football history and the club's iconic moments.

Battersea Park

30 minutes' walk

Spacious park featuring a boating lake, gardens, and playgrounds. Great for a leisurely stroll or picnic.

Victoria and Albert Museum

12-minute drive

World-renowned museum of art and design, offering free admission and diverse collections from across the globe.

River Lee Navigation

20 minutes' walk

Enjoy cycling or walking along the scenic river path. Bike rentals available nearby for convenience.

Yoga at Battersea Park

30 minutes' walk

Relaxing yoga classes held outdoors in the park offer a great way to unwind amidst nature.

Edible Kitchen and Cafe

8 minutes' walk

Cozy cafe known for its fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Try their seasonal dishes and artisan pastries.

Cafe Fleur

13 minutes' walk

Charming locale with a relaxed atmosphere that serves delicious brunch and vegetarian options.

The Hurlingham Club

20 minutes' walk

Private members club with picturesque grounds. Hosts social events and provides a lovely setting for gatherings.

Southside Wandsworth

10 minutes' walk

Shopping and entertainment complex with cinemas, shops, and casual dining. Ideal for family outings.

Getting around

City Centre
London 10 min · 4.0 mi
Airports
London City (LCY) 34 min · 13.8 mi
London Heathrow (LHR) 38 min · 15.4 mi
Train
Wandsworth Town Railway Station 3 min · 700 ft
Clapham Junction 17 min · 4600 ft
Underground
Putney Bridge 20 min · 1.0 mi
Bus
Bus stop 9 min · 2300 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 0.1 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Romanian, Polish, Greek, Arabic, Lithuanian

Year renovated:

2008

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

207

Former name

holiday inn express london - wandsworth, an ihg hotel

Reviews and Ratings

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Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Holiday Inn Express London - Wandsworth offers convenient access to transportation, with the national rail station to Waterloo just a short walk away, making sightseeing in London easy. Guests appreciate the clean rooms equipped with amenities like tea and coffee facilities, and some found the provided portable heater very effective. The location is also near a McDonald's, which is convenient, but some guests have noted that dining options are limited nearby. Breakfast is included, which many find satisfactory, and overall, the hotel is considered good value for money.

Review score

Based on 5 verified reviews

8.4 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Staff

8.9/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.6/10

Facilities

7.8/10

Value for money

7.9/10

Pros

Clean rooms

Good location

Friendly staff

Fair room rate

Decent breakfast

Cons

Uncomfortable mattress

Filthy car park

Alexander from Germany

Business traveller

Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 15, 2026

9.0/10

Excellent stay near Wandsworth

easy access train station bus station

The location is advantageous, providing easy access to public transportation. I found both the train and bus stations nearby very convenient. There is a shop not far from the hotel (i bought some souvenirs for my family).

The coffee at breakfast was not great.

Facilities

9/10

The hotel offered convenient transport links, including nearby train and bus stations. I also noticed a shop and gas station in the immediate vicinity (quite useful for quick needs).

Dining

8/10

Breakfast included a plentiful choice of savory and sweet options. I enjoyed the variety. The breakfast was good (especially the bacon!).

Rooms

9/10

My room was clean and well presented, equipped with all essential amenities. The room provided enough space for my luggage. Everything was very functional.

Service

10/10

The reception super nice team and friendly . They were consistently kind and relaxed, even when it got busy.

0 Helpful

Isabella from Italy

Family with children

double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 09, 2026

6/10

small room crowded breakfast

The initial impression was positive, but some issues surfaced. the room felt quite small, a noticeable drawback. additionally, the breakfast area became uncomfortably crowded during peak hours. Staff seemed overwhelmed. finding a clean table proved challenging. the coffee from the automated machine was undrinkable.

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amelia from united kingdom

Family with children

double room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 28, 2026

9/10

friendly staff good breakfast

the staff were very friendly and helpful , especially with directions. breakfast included many choices and was quite good.

the cups were small , so i had to refill them often.

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Alan from United Kingdom

Single

double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 06, 2026

9/10

sweet stay near wandsworth

breakfast buffet clean room helpful staff soft hair

The breakfast buffet included tasty options and had everything i wanted! the room was clean, a wonderful experience. the staff was polite! dove brand soap, shampoo, and shower gel were included, and the shampoo left my hair soft. I did not need conditioner. complimentary toothbrushes, toothpastes, and combs were available at reception.

Service

10/10

the staff was super friendly! jenny was professional, fitting all our needs, and check-in and check-out were seamless! i was allowed to check in early when i arrived and check out early at 5 am when leaving.

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Jennifer from United Kingdom

Family with children

Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: November 20, 2025

9/10

Convenient and Comfortable Stay

helpful staff complimentary toiletries

The staff was polite and helpful. The hotel provided complimentary toothbrushes, toothpaste, and combs at reception. The room had Dove brand soap, shampoo and shower gel. I found the location convenient as it was easy to use the buses to get around.

The air conditioning did not work during my entire stay. It made sleeping very uncomfortable after long, hot days. I had booked two rooms, and I was traveling with family.

Location

9/10

The hotel location offered convenient access to nearby public transportation. Many attractions are accessible via a short bus ride, with bus stops located close to the hotel. This made it easy to explore the area without needing a car.

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