No Air-conditioning from the moment you step into the hotel to the bedrooms on the hottest day of the year in June 2026. Absolutely hot so not a good night's sleep nor the breakfast any good either it's below average for me.
User:rgw197532
Trip type: Business
No food served after 9pm
17 Jun 2026
Hotel was well located and room comfortable. Went into the bar to watch the football could see food service was busy so left it until 9pm to order went to the bar and was told it was a limited menu which was fine. The bar person left to get me a menu he returned and said he had never heard of this before but they were so busy they were closing the kitchen no there will be an hours wait just no food. I had worked all day then travelled for 4 hours and went to bed very hungry. Not good! Would never stay again!
Hotel Manager Manager, Owner at Holiday Inn Express Bicester By IHG, responded to this review
Hi rgw197532, thanks for the review. We’re pleased to hear that you found the location convenient and the room comfortable. We’re sorry that the situation in the bar and the unavailability of food later in the evening had such a negative impact on your stay, particularly after a long day of work and travel, as this understandably left you frustrated. We appreciate you raising this, as access to food on arrival is an important part of feeling welcomed and settled, and we thank you for choosing to stay with us.All the best,Glyn - Hotel Manager
User:Barbara H
Trip type: Couples
A good stay all round
29 May 2026
Check in was made by a very helpful and pleasant guy who explained to us about the car parking and gave us the discount voucher . I think his name was Kit . The room was clean and had absolutely everything we needed in there .Breakfast was very good too .No complaints at all .
Hotel Manager Manager, Owner at Holiday Inn Express Bicester By IHG, responded to this review
Thanks for the 5/5 rating, JoanWoods. We are pleased to hear that you had a good stay overall and that the check-in experience was welcoming and informative, particularly with clear guidance on parking and the discount voucher. It is great to know that the room was clean and well equipped with everything you needed, and that you enjoyed the breakfast as well. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and are glad there were no concerns during your visit. We hope to welcome you again in the future.All the best, Glyn - Hotel Manager
User:Iweinvanaalst
Trip type: Solo travel
A most hospitable staff and manager
18 Apr 2026
I made a stop at HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS BICESTER BY IHG on my way to visit some castles in the Midlands and the hotel exceeded my expectations.The establishment is located close to the highway with a gas station and a super market in the vicinity. There is large (paid) car park right outside.The room was clean with a good bed and shower. Everything was quiet at night. The hotel has a restaurant with good quality food, ideal to eat in after a long drive. The breakfast buffet in the morning is plentiful and varied.What I will remember most of all is the hospitality of the staff. I required some help shortly after check in. Staff member Kit immediately rushed to my aid and manager Tammy stopped by to inquire and make sure I had the most pleasant stay. I will definitely stay here again when I am in the area.
Hotel Manager Manager, Owner at Holiday Inn Express Bicester By IHG, responded to this review
Hi lweinvanaalst, thanks for the review. We are delighted to hear that your stay exceeded expectations and that you found the hotel clean, comfortable and well located for your travels in the Midlands. It is pleasing to know that you enjoyed a quiet night, the quality of the room, and both the evening meal and the plentiful breakfast buffet. We are especially glad that the hospitality of the team made such a positive impression and that support was provided promptly when needed, helping to ensure you had a pleasant and comfortable stay. We truly appreciate your kind comments and look forward to welcoming you back again when you are next in the area.All the best, Glyn - Hotel Manager
User:Bertie14070604
Trip type: Family
Excellent Stay all round
16 Apr 2026
This was our first time staying for 4 nights, having usually used the Premier Inn. It was a good choice and so much better than expected. The location is great, two minutes by car to Bicester village and a few good pubs locally. Reception was excellent, we were checked in by Tammy who was friendly throughout the stay, as were the staff at breakfast. The breakfast was lovely, good choice, hot and replenished regularly. Our rooms were spotless, good cleaning service and very quiet. No noise at night from above, below or next door. They do charge for car parking but don’t pay until you check in. They have a discount code to keep the price at 50% of the daily rate. It is a very large car parking but in close proximity to a health club, technology park and local businesses. A thoroughly good visit and we would stay again.
Hotel Manager Manager, Owner at Holiday Inn Express Bicester By IHG, responded to this review
Hi Bertie14070604, thanks for the review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed an excellent four-night stay and that choosing us proved to be a positive change from previous accommodation. It is great to know that our location worked well for your plans, with easy access to Bicester Village and local pubs. We are pleased that the welcome at reception and the service throughout your stay met expectations, and that breakfast was enjoyed for its quality, choice and regular replenishment. It is also encouraging to hear that the rooms were spotless, well serviced and very quiet overnight. We appreciate your comments regarding parking and are glad the discounted rate helped. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, and we would be very happy to welcome you back again.All the best, Glyn - Hotel Manager
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