The Holiday Inn Basildon offers a special setting for your wedding day. With its tranquil gardens, fishing lake, and suburban setting, you and your guests can enjoy a peaceful and beautiful day. Plus, with its convenient 40-minute drive from Stansted and close proximity to major routes, you won’t have to worry about getting to your venue on time. You can choose from two different suites for your wedding: the Elizabeth Suite, which can accommodate up to 200 guests and 300 in the evening, or the Lakeside Suite, which can host up to 60 guests for the wedding breakfast and 100 in the evening. Both suites are decorated with a fresh and contemporary style. To make your special day even more special, the Holiday Inn Basildon offers a range of services, including catering for banqueting events, dinners, dances, and weddings. Plus, the hotel provides elegant wedding decorations to make sure your day looks perfect. With 141 bedrooms available for you and your guests, a restful and stress-free stay is guaranteed. Each room has high speed internet access and air-conditioning, making your stay comfortable and enjoyable. The friendly staff at the Holiday Inn Basildon will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have and help you plan your special day.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Karen

Thank you for enquiring at the Holiday Inn Basildon and Congratulations on your engagement. We will be in touch shortly with our brochure and further details.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

1971

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Holiday Inn Basildon

Wedding Venue Type

Hotel

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

180

Reception Capacity

250

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

141

Sleeps No. of People

300

Bridal Suite

Standard Room

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Wedding Licence

Dancefloor Available

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Wedding Venue Details

Open Flame Permitted

Water View

Landscaped Gardens

Exclusive Use

Bridal Changing Facilities

Disabled Access

On-Site Parking

Outdoor Reception Space

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted

In-House Wine List

In-house Catering

Alcohol Licence

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Pricing for Holiday Inn Basildon

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£1,500

Maximum Price

£2,500

Room hire, tables, chairs & kitchen.

What is included in this pricing:

Furniture included

Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£20

Maximum Price

£50

A selection of menu's are available

What is included in this pricing:

Corkage charge applicable

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£55

Maximum Price

£90

Minimum Number of Guests

We have various packages available from our twilight package to our inclusive packages.

What is included in this pricing:

Furniture included

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)

Couple accommodation included

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At

£4,000

Maximum Price

£7,500

Number of Guests Included

Our Wedding Packages include, 3 course sit down meal, wine with the meal, DJ/Disco, Chair Covers, Evening Buffet. Overnight complimentary accommodation for the Bride and Groom on the night.

What is included in this pricing:

Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Couple accommodation included

Guest accommodation included

Reviews for Holiday Inn Basildon
(1)

Tracy & Barry Rooney

Happy couple married in May

October 2024

Happy Couple

We would like to thank you for all your help and support planning our wedding and ensuring everything ran smoothly on the day. It was a wonderful day and everything we hoped it would be. The venue is lovely and all the staff are so friendly and ready to help in any way. Many of our guests commented on the food and how good it was so please pass our compliments on to the chef. The Holiday Inn Basildon will always have special memories for us and we will always recommend it as an ideal v

Location & Contact Details for Holiday Inn Basildon

Website

Phone

Wedding Venue Address

Waterfront Walk, Festival Leisure Park, Basildon, Essex, Essex, SS14 3DG, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

It is best to enter our postcode into Google Maps.

Nearest Town

Basildon

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M25 J29

Nearest Train Station

Basildon

Nearest Airport

Southend

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FAQs

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Holiday Inn Basildon?

All the weddings we have hosted at the hotel are the best.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

One important thing to add to your checklist is to book your registrar before your venue. This ensures that you get the date you want and can plan the rest of your wedding around it.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Our favorite personal touch at a wedding I've seen was a set of illuminated LED letters spelling out the couple's initials. It was a great way to make the venue extra special and personal. The lights were subtle and romantic, they created a beautiful ambiance in the room.

Describe Holiday Inn Basildon in 5 adjectives

Modern, great, spacious, comfortable and respectable.

Where’s the best photo spot at Holiday Inn Basildon?

In the garden under the trees is a great photo spot! The lighting is usually beautiful and the trees will provide a nice frame for your photo. You should be able to get some stunning shots here.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Holiday Inn Basildon?

Gemma Collins

What’s your favourite canapé?

Our favorite canapé is definitely the classic Belini! It's so refreshing and tasty - the combination of Prosecco and peach is so delicious. Plus, the presentation is always so elegant and sophisticated!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Definitely a cheeseburger! The combination of melted cheese and a freshly grilled patty on a warm bun is just so irresistible!

What is Holiday Inn Basildon most unique feature?

Our venue's most unique feature is our stunning view of the lake. From our location, you get an unparalleled view of the lake, making it the perfect spot for any special occasion. Our guests are always amazed by the tranquil beauty of the lake, and we are proud to be able to provide them with such a stunning backdrop for their wedding.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We're most proud of the happiness that our brides experience when they come to us for their wedding day. We strive to make sure that every bride has a unique and memorable experience, and we love hearing the stories of how our services have made such a difference in their special day. We are so proud to be able to bring joy to each bride that we encounter.

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