Hampton by Hilton, London Stansted, review

Is there anything more luxurious than spending a night before your holiday in a hotel at the airport?

Stansted’s Hampton by Hilton is not just an airport hotel is RIGHT INSIDE the boundary. Here’s what it’s like…

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Where is the Hampton by Hilton Stansted?

The hotel is literally a five minute, 200-metre walk to the terminal.

Stansted train station is within the airport and super easy to get to from the hotel.

Or you can drive and park in one of the airport car parks.

What’s the Hampton by Hilton Stansted like?

When you’re on a very early morning flight, this hotel is an absolute no brainer.

Gone are the fears over your taxi turning up late, or the parking costing an arm and a leg, or your children getting car-sick on the way there.

And it even banishes the ‘what if I miss the airport transfer bus and miss my flight’ worry. Pure joy.

What is there to do at the Hampton by Hilton Stansted?

Lots of little touches to make the first evening of your holiday go smoothly – there’s an area to print your boarding cards – and the staff know lots about the airport itself.

There’s also a small fitness centre.

What is there to eat and drink at Hampton by Hilton Stansted?

Eat here for sure – the breakfast bar opens at 4am with a free continental breakfast for guests – but a huge selection of English breakfast items too.

And you get a free breakfast with your room.

The lounge area is open all day for food and the bar is buzzing at night – full of people excited to be on holiday.

Food is decent – all pub-grub style – steak and chips etc but good sized portions and well priced.

And there’s children menus and often a kids-eat-free special.

What are the rooms at Hampton by Hilton Stansted like?

The rooms are great – an aviation geek’s delight, with half of them actually facing the runway, with triple glazing – which makes for an exciting view.

Large, comfy beds, lots of storage space for holiday suitcases, a decent bathroom, good water pressure, and very clean.

How much is the Hampton by Hilton Stansted?

Double rooms start from £113 per night, while family rooms from £132 per night including breakfast.

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Is Hampton by Hilton Stansted family friendly?

Yes. There are family rooms that sleep four with Queen bed and a sofa bed.

Is there access for guests with disabilities?

Accessible rooms are available.

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HiltonLots of little touches to make the first evening of your holiday go smoothly[/caption]

hiltonRooms have large, comfy beds and lots of storage space for holiday suitcases[/caption]