Radisson Blu Hotel at Stansted Airport offers 500 rooms, PACE Health Club with pool, restaurants, and direct airport access via covered walkway. TfL-licensed transfers.
Radisson Blu is the closest hotel to Stansted Airport — and the location is the whole proposition. A covered walkway links the terminal directly to reception, so there is no shuttle to book, no timetable to check and no weather to walk through.
500 rooms, the PACE Health Club with pool, gym and sauna, and the signature Wine Tower Bar holding some 4,000 bottles. This page covers the address, the walk, the rooms, the real cost once breakfast and parking are added, and whether the premium is worth paying for your flight time. Pre-booked fixed-fare transfers onward from the hotel with Stansted Airport Taxi, a TfL-licensed private-hire operator. Reviewed August 2026.
If your flight is early, yes. The hotel sits 350 metres from terminal arrivals via a covered, step-free walkway — roughly a two-minute walk. Breakfast opens at 6:30am, reception is staffed around the clock, and no part of your departure depends on a shuttle running.
If you want facilities as well as proximity, yes. The PACE Health Club — pool, gym and sauna — is included in the room rate, and there are four restaurants plus the Wine Tower Bar on site. No other Stansted property comes close on facilities.
If you are booking on room rate alone, look carefully. Rooms start around £70–£150, but breakfast is not included (£15–£20 per person) and parking is charged (typically £10–£20 a night). Compare the total against a cheaper hotel plus a paid shuttle before deciding.
The headline facts before the detail — location, access, what is included and what is charged.
| Hotel detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Hotel | Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport — 500 rooms, 4-star |
| Location | Waltham Close, London Stansted Airport, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex |
| Postcode | CM24 1PP |
| Distance to terminal | 350 metres — around a 2-minute walk via covered walkway |
| Check-in / check-out | From 14:00 / by 11:00 (early and late available on request) |
| Breakfast | Not included — add at booking, approx £15–£20 per person, served 6:30am–10:00am |
| Parking | On site, charged — typically £10–£20 per night |
| Facilities | PACE Health Club (pool, gym, sauna), spa, 4 restaurants, Wine Tower Bar, 26 meeting rooms, business centre |
| Accessibility | Accessible rooms, step-free access throughout, mobility assistance |
| Indicative rate | £70–£150 per night, varying with date and booking window |
Prices shown are calculated on room type, date and availability. Your final fixed price is confirmed at the time of booking. Hotel prices and facilities change — check directly with the property.
Radisson Blu is connected to the terminal by covered walkway. That is the single most valuable attribute an airport hotel can have, because it removes the shuttle or taxi step entirely — and it is worth more at 04:00 than at any other hour.
How far is Radisson Blu from Stansted Airport?
350 metres, around a two-minute walk from terminal arrivals via a covered walkway. It is the closest hotel to the terminal. No taxi or shuttle is needed at any hour.
Does Radisson Blu have a shuttle bus?
No — and it does not need one. The covered walkway gives direct step-free access to the terminal in about two minutes, and it is open around the clock.
Is breakfast included at Radisson Blu?
Not automatically. Breakfast is an add-on at roughly £15–£20 per person, served 6:30am to 10:00am. Add it at booking if you want it — check your rate details.
How much is parking at Radisson Blu?
Parking is on site and charged, typically £10–£20 per night depending on date. Register your vehicle at reception on arrival, and pre-book if you are concerned about space.
Is the pool included in the room rate?
Yes. Use of the PACE Health Club — indoor pool, 24-hour gym and sauna — is included for guests. Spa treatments and the hair salon are charged separately.
Is Radisson Blu good for an early flight?
Ideal. Breakfast from 6:30am, a two-minute walk to the terminal and 24-hour reception mean an 08:00 departure is comfortable. Nothing depends on a shuttle timetable.
The address, the postcode, and what the location means once you are standing in arrivals with a case.
Waltham Close, London Stansted Airport, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex CM24 1PP.
The hotel sits directly adjacent to the terminal, connected by a covered walkway from arrivals. Give a driver the postcode CM24 1PP rather than the hotel name alone.
Finding it on foot: exit terminal arrivals, follow the covered walkway straight ahead — it is clearly signposted — and the hotel entrance is on your right after about two minutes. The walk is sheltered end to end, step-free throughout, and luggage trolleys are available at arrivals.
Phone: +44 1279 661012 (reception, 24 hours)
This section covers where this hotel sits. For how the wider hotel landscape is arranged, see our Stansted airport hotels guide.
Two minutes, covered and step-free — and what that actually buys you at either end of the day.
350 metres, roughly a two-minute walk from terminal arrivals via covered walkway.
This is not a distance problem. It is a convenience feature. No taxi to book, no shuttle timetable to check, no luggage transfer between vehicles. Exit the plane, exit the terminal, walk to the hotel. Total time from arrivals to the check-in desk is around ten minutes.
What this means for early flights. Breakfast opens at 6:30am. Eat, walk to the terminal by 7:15am, and you are inside before 7:30am — sufficient for an 08:00 departure even allowing for security queues. For a departure before 06:00, the walk still works at any hour; only breakfast falls outside the window.
What this means for late arrivals. The walkway is open 24/7 and reception is staffed around the clock. There is no last shuttle to miss, no taxi rank to queue at, and no navigating unfamiliar roads in the dark.
What this means for accessibility. The route is step-free from terminal to reception and entirely under cover, which makes this the simplest Stansted property for anyone who would find a shuttle transfer difficult.
500 rooms across three décor themes, with soundproofing that does most of the work here.
| Room type | Suits |
|---|---|
| Standard | One or two guests — the default booking |
| Superior | One or two guests, more space and a better outlook |
| Executive | One or two guests, additional amenities and lounge access |
| Suites | Larger parties and longer stays |
| Interconnecting family rooms | Families needing two rooms that open to each other |
| Accessible rooms | Step-free access, grab rails, spacious bathroom layout |
In-room amenities: free high-speed Wi-Fi · flat-screen satellite TV · work desk · tea and coffee making facilities · modern en-suite bathroom · hairdryer and toiletries · air-conditioning · in-room ordering phone · 24-hour room service.
Décor themes. Rooms are finished in one of three styles — Ocean (cool blues), Urban (contemporary grey and black) and Chili (warm reds and oranges). Request a preference at booking; availability varies.
Noise. This is the question people ask about an on-airport hotel, and the answer is better than expected. Triple-glazed windows and effective soundproofing mean most guests report a quiet night despite the proximity. Blackout curtains are standard. If you are a light sleeper, ask for a quieter room when you book rather than on arrival.
Accessible rooms offer step-free access, accessible bathroom facilities with grab rails and a spacious layout, and mobility assistance on request. Call reception on +44 1279 661012 to confirm the specific configuration rather than booking online and hoping — provision is finite and layouts vary.
Family rooms interconnect, with extra beds available at a charge, a children's menu in the restaurant, and high chairs available.
The most extensive facilities of any Stansted airport hotel — and the reason the rate sits above the rest.
Included in the room rate: a 24-hour fitness gym, indoor swimming pool and sauna. Alongside it sits the "You…" beauty spa with five treatment rooms and an on-site hair salon, both charged separately. For a stay either side of a long flight, this is the facility that distinguishes the property from every other hotel at Stansted.
Six on-site options — Collage British Brasserie, Station 169, the Wine Tower Bar, NYC Grill Bar, TaPaella Spanish tapas and Filini Italian bistro and pizzeria — plus 24-hour room service. Enough choice that you are not eating the same menu twice on a two-night stay, which is unusual for an airport hotel.
The property's signature feature: a glass tower holding around 4,000 bottles, with staff retrieving them by climbing. It is a genuine spectacle rather than a marketing line, and it is the reason the hotel is known beyond its catchment. Full bar menu alongside.
26 meeting rooms with capacity up to 400 delegates, a business centre with computers and printers, Wi-Fi throughout, executive lounge access for suite guests, and corporate packages. The largest conference provision in the Stansted hotel group by a wide margin.
24-hour reception, express check-in and check-out, concierge, and luggage storage before check-in and after check-out — free for a few hours, chargeable beyond that. Staff assist with luggage to and from rooms.
Accessible rooms, step-free access at the main entrance and along the full walkway to the terminal, accessible restaurant seating, accessible bathroom facilities, and guest assistance. Accessible parking spaces sit close to the entrance — request them at booking.
Six venues on site, plus the terminal food court two minutes away if everything is full.
| Venue | What it serves |
|---|---|
| Collage British Brasserie | Main restaurant — breakfast, lunch and dinner, international menu with British classics |
| Station 169 | Casual dining, lighter menu |
| Wine Tower Bar | Signature bar — 4,000-bottle glass tower, full bar menu |
| NYC Grill Bar | American-style grill and cocktails |
| TaPaella | Spanish tapas and wine, small plates |
| Filini | Italian bistro and pizzeria — pizza and pasta |
| Room service | 24-hour, menu in room |
Breakfast. Served daily 6:30am to 10:00am, as a full buffet: pastries, cereals, bread, fruit and yogurt, with hot items including eggs, bacon, sausages, beans and black pudding. Coffee, tea, juice and hot chocolate. Vegetarian and vegan options on request. It is not automatically included — add it at booking for roughly £15–£20 per person.
When to go. The room is busiest at 7–8am, the peak departure window. It is noticeably quieter from 9am to 11am if your flight is later in the day.
Lunch and dinner. Collage serves lunch typically 11:30am–2:30pm and dinner 6:00pm–10:00pm, with a seasonal menu, vegetarian options, fish and chips and grilled meats among the British classics.
| Meal | Indicative cost |
|---|---|
| Breakfast buffet (add-on) | ~£15–£20 per person |
| Lunch mains | ~£10–£18 |
| Dinner mains | ~£15–£28 |
| Bar drinks | ~£4–£7 |
| Room service | Menu pricing plus £2–£3 service charge |
Nearby alternatives. The terminal food court is a two-minute walk via the covered walkway, with Starbucks, Pret and fast-food options if the hotel restaurants are full or closed.
What the room costs, what is included, and the three charges that are not.
Standard rooms run from around £70 to £150 per night, varying with date, availability and how far ahead you book. Treat that as a ranking rather than a quote — airport hotel pricing is volatile, and the rate at booking is the one that counts.
What moves the price: weekday rates typically sit below weekends; the July–August and school-holiday peak lifts rates across the board; spring and autumn are moderate; winter is often the best value of the year. Booking window is the single largest factor.
| Included in the rate | Charged separately |
|---|---|
| The room | Breakfast buffet — approx £15–£20 per person |
| Free high-speed Wi-Fi | Parking — typically £10–£20 per night |
| PACE Health Club — pool, gym, sauna | Room service — menu pricing plus service charge |
| Use of hotel public areas | Spa treatments, hair salon, mini-bar |
Room ~£95 + parking £15 + two breakfasts £35 = around £145 for the stay, with no transfer cost at all because you walk.
That total, not the room rate, is what you compare against a cheaper hotel where a paid shuttle for two adults adds £8–£16 on top of the room.
Cancellation. Varies by rate type. Most standard rates allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before arrival; non-refundable rates exist at lower price points. For a stay tied to a flight, the flexible rate is frequently worth the difference.
How to book the best rate. Book direct at radissonhotels.com or call +44 1279 661012. Check several dates, since rates move daily. Radisson Rewards is free to join and members see discounts and upgrades.
Prices last checked: August 2026
Available, on site, and charged — with one distinction worth understanding before you book.
Which Stansted hotels provide parking generally is covered on our hotels guide and parking guide.
The shortest transfer at Stansted — and where a vehicle still earns its place.
From hotel to terminal. Exit the hotel, follow the covered walkway, arrive at terminal departures. Two minutes, sheltered, step-free, clearly signposted. No taxi, no shuttle, no luggage handover.
From terminal to hotel. Exit arrivals, follow the covered walkway signs, hotel entrance on your right. Two minutes. Luggage trolleys are available at arrivals and staff will assist with bags to your room.
For early flights. Breakfast from 6:30am, walk to the terminal by 7:15am, inside before 7:30am. Comfortable for an 08:00 departure. For anything earlier the walk still works — you simply leave before breakfast opens.
For late arrivals. The walkway is open around the clock and reception is staffed 24 hours. No last service to miss.
Onward travel to London. Stansted Express reaches Liverpool Street in around 46 minutes, from the station directly beneath the terminal — a two-minute walk from the hotel.
Where a pre-booked vehicle still makes sense: when you are travelling onward rather than to the terminal — to Bishop's Stortford, London or elsewhere in the region — when you have heavy or awkward luggage, or when a walk with cases is difficult for accessibility reasons. We run those journeys at any hour as a TfL-licensed private hire operator, with fixed fares confirmed at booking and free child seats.
Standard times, and the flexibility either side of them.
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Check-in | From 14:00. Early check-in often possible from 10:00 or 11:00 if a room is ready — not guaranteed, request at booking |
| Check-out | By 11:00. Late check-out subject to availability, typically £10–£20 for a two-hour extension |
| Reception | Staffed 24 hours. No surcharge for a late arrival |
| Express check-in | Available online, reduces time at the desk |
| Luggage storage | Before check-in and after check-out. Free for two to four hours, chargeable beyond. Secure facility |
Luggage storage matters more here than at most properties, because you can leave your bags, walk two minutes to the terminal, and come back — useful if you land in the morning and cannot access a room until 14:00.
The same hotel answers differently depending on who is travelling.
Strongest fit at Stansted. Two-minute walk, breakfast from 6:30am, 24-hour reception. Nothing in your departure depends on a timetable, which is precisely what the on-airport premium buys.
Strong fit. 24-hour reception, a direct two-minute walk from arrivals, no taxi to book and no shuttle to catch. Land at 23:30 and you can be in a room by midnight.
The reason to choose this over Hampton by Hilton. PACE Health Club with pool, gym and sauna included; spa and salon on site; six dining venues. No other Stansted property offers this range.
Strong fit. 26 meeting rooms up to 400 delegates, a business centre, executive lounge access on suites, Wi-Fi throughout, corporate packages — and the shortest possible route to departures after a meeting.
Good fit. Interconnecting rooms, extra beds at a charge, a children's menu and high chairs, and free use of the pool for children — which turns a functional overnight into something the children actually enjoy. Check room availability at booking.
The simplest choice at Stansted. Accessible rooms, step-free access, and a covered step-free walkway that removes the shuttle question entirely. Confirm the specific room configuration by phone before booking.
Check the maths. Premium pricing means careful rate comparison. Weekday and off-season rates offer genuine value, and direct booking beats third-party sites. Add breakfast and parking before comparing against a budget property plus its shuttle.
Good fit for a stay you want to enjoy. Three décor styles, six dining venues, the Wine Tower Bar and a spa — closer to a destination hotel than an airport one, which is rare in this bracket.
Match your circumstances against the property before you book.
| Your situation | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Flight before 08:00 | Yes — 6:30am breakfast, two-minute walk, no transfer to arrange |
| Arriving after 23:00 | Yes — 24-hour reception, walkway open, no shuttle wait |
| You want a pool, gym or spa | Yes — PACE Health Club included in the rate |
| Travelling on business | Yes — 26 meeting rooms, business centre, executive amenities |
| Travelling with family | Likely — interconnecting rooms and pool access; confirm availability |
| Accessibility needs | Yes — step-free walkway removes the transfer entirely |
| Budget is the priority | Maybe — compare total cost including breakfast and parking |
| Staying several nights | Consider Bishop's Stortford — better value and a real choice of restaurants |
| You want to avoid shuttles entirely | Definitely — this and Hampton by Hilton are the only two walkable properties |
Where to book, what to confirm, and what happens next.
Book online or by phone → confirmation email with your reference → check in from 14:00 (earlier if a room is ready) → walk two minutes to the terminal when you travel → check out by 11:00.
The primary sources behind the facts on this page, so you can verify current rates and times directly.
Q: How far is Radisson Blu from Stansted Airport?
A: 350 metres — around a two-minute walk from terminal arrivals via a covered walkway. It is the closest hotel to the terminal, with no weather exposure and no taxi needed.
Q: Does Radisson Blu have a shuttle bus?
A: No, and none is needed. The covered walkway gives direct step-free access to the terminal in about two minutes, and it is open at any hour.
Q: What time is breakfast at Radisson Blu Stansted?
A: 6:30am to 10:00am daily, as a full buffet with hot items. It is busiest between 7am and 8am and quieter from 9am. Add it at booking for roughly £15–£20 per person.
Q: Is breakfast included in the room rate?
A: Not automatically. Breakfast is an add-on at approximately £15–£20 per person. Check your rate details at booking — some packages include it, most do not.
Q: What time is check-in and check-out?
A: Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early check-in is often possible from 10:00 or 11:00 if a room is ready. Late check-out typically costs £10–£20 for two hours.
Q: Does Radisson Blu have parking?
A: Yes, on site and charged — typically £10–£20 per night. Register your vehicle at reception on arrival. Covered spaces are limited and first-come; open parking is widely available.
Q: Is the pool included for guests?
A: Yes. Use of the PACE Health Club — indoor pool, 24-hour gym and sauna — is included in the room rate. Spa treatments and the hair salon are charged separately.
Q: Is Radisson Blu noisy given the airport location?
A: Most guests report the opposite. Triple-glazed windows and effective soundproofing keep rooms quiet, and blackout curtains are standard. Request a quieter room at booking if you are a light sleeper.
Q: What are the room types at Radisson Blu Stansted?
A: Standard, Superior, Executive, suites, interconnecting family rooms and accessible rooms — across 500 rooms in three décor styles: Ocean, Urban and Chili.
Q: Are accessible rooms available?
A: Yes, with step-free access, grab rails and a spacious bathroom layout. The walkway to the terminal is step-free throughout. Call +44 1279 661012 to confirm the specific configuration before booking.
Q: How much does Radisson Blu Stansted cost per night?
A: Roughly £70–£150, varying with date, room type and booking window. Weekday and off-season rates are considerably lower. Book direct for the best available rate.
Q: How do I get to central London from Radisson Blu?
A: Stansted Express from the station beneath the terminal reaches Liverpool Street in around 46 minutes. The station is a two-minute walk from the hotel via the covered walkway.
Q: Is the hotel pet-friendly?
A: No. Pets are not accommodated at Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport.
Q: Can I cancel for free?
A: Most standard rates allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates are available at lower prices. Check the rate terms at booking.
If you are flying, walk — a two-minute covered walkway needs no vehicle, and that is the whole point of this hotel. Where a car earns its place is everything else: travelling onward to Bishop's Stortford, London or across the region rather than to the terminal; heavy or awkward luggage; or a walk with cases that is difficult for accessibility reasons. Stansted Airport Taxi runs pre-booked journeys to and from any Stansted-area hotel at any hour.
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Other Stansted hotels: Hampton by Hilton · Holiday Inn Express · Novotel · Ramada by Wyndham · Premier Inn · All Stansted hotels compared
Airport guides: Terminal guide · Drop-off guide · Arrivals guide · Parking guide · Stansted Express trains
Last reviewed August 2026 · Prices last updated August 2026 · Next review November 2026 · Sources checked against Radisson Blu's official site and London Stansted Airport's official hotels and pick-up pages · Stansted Airport Taxi editorial team.
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