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Sleeping at Stansted — hotels and overnight guide

Stansted has limited overnight facilities. About 5 hotels serve the airport — Radisson Blu (connected to terminal, €100+), Holiday Inn Express, Premier Inn, and Ibis Budget (€50+). The terminal has limited rest zones. The last Stansted Express departs at 00:30 and the first returns at 05:30 — if you're stuck between those times, you're at the airport until morning.

Key facts

On-site hotels~5
Cheapest hotel~€50 (Ibis Budget)
Radisson BluConnected to terminal
Free rest zonesVery limited
Last/first train00:30 / 05:30
24h foodMinimal — bring snacks

On-site hotels

Stansted has about 5 hotels. The Radisson Blu is the best — directly connected to the terminal via a covered walkway, modern rooms, €100+. Holiday Inn Express and Premier Inn are a 5-minute shuttle ride away (€70–90). Ibis Budget is the cheapest at ~€50 — basic but clean. Book ahead — with only 5 options, Stansted hotels fill up during disruption.

Practical tips

01Book Stansted hotels as early as possible — with only 5 options, they fill up quickly
02The Radisson Blu is worth the premium for early-morning flights — connected directly to the terminal
03If you're on a budget, the Ibis Budget is clean and functional — but book it early
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This knowledge page is based on official airport websites, transport authority data, and editorial research. Information is reviewed periodically but may not reflect real-time conditions. Always check with your airline and the official airport website before travelling.

Last reviewed: July 2026