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Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

3.0 star property
Colchester hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Experience a serene retreat with a separate shower area, a comfortable bed, and a convenient desk space.
Relax in our welcoming lobby, featuring a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a beautifully tiled floor.
Welcome to Holiday Inn Express, featuring a classic entrance with columns and potted plants.
Conference room with a long table and chairs, whiteboard, and carpeted floor.
Enjoy a convenient breakfast at our self-service area, featuring a bread station, coffee machine, toaster, and refrigerator.
Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel, is a haven for business travelers and leisure seekers alike. Enjoy the free breakfast buffet in The Great Room restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar. With high-speed WiFi and helpful staff on hand, this hotel offers convenience and comfort.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$69 nightly
The total price is $82
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Two single beds with white linens and bedspreads, each flanked by a nightstand with a lamp, and a desk with a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Relax in a stylish room with a comfortable bed, sofa, and desk, featuring a flat-screen TV and a large window with sheer curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Relax in a stylish room with a comfortable bed, sofa, and desk, featuring a flat-screen TV and a large window with sheer curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Exterior

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 1,000 reviews
The price is $120
$100 nightly
$120 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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About the neighborhood

Map
Birchwood Road, Colchester, England, CO7 6HS

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • University of Essex - 9 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Colchester Town Hall - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Flatford Mill - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 13 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 55 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 68 min drive
  • Marks Tey Station - 10 min drive
  • Manningtree Mistley Station - 11 min drive
  • Colchester Great Bentley Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Oak Tree Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peking Palace - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Wooden Fender - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - Ardleigh - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Enjoy your visit to Colchester with a stay at Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Lithuanian, Romanian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 101 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 8 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast on weekday mornings 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sofa bed
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 8 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 8 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG?

Yes, The Great Room offers British cuisine.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG is located a short 17-minute walk from Dedham Vale.

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Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good with a great selection and variety. (34 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

Comfortable beds, good shower and good breakfast options.
Philip, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good service nice and clean easy to park and good breakfast
Clare, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beds are so comfy, so clean, shower is so spacious, breakfast was delicious
Ebony, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Overall a good hotel with nice staff
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Very new so modern and clean, not much around area so travel needed to get everywhere, even though off motorway was quiet backing onto fields Staff very friendly Room was quiet, couldn’t hear people in other rooms
Lindsey, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay, beds was comfy and the staff was so friendly and helpful.
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

We had a problem with the room we were given then swapped and had very good service from a member of staff (think his name was eddie). He did everything to make our stay enjoyable. Breakfast was lovely but could do with more tables for it. Will stay here again.
Tanya, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very welcoming, lovely staff.
Carolyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and tidy, very attentive staff, room was very clean and tidy, breakfast was very good
Dawn, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

The window, curtains and headboards were dusty. Some lights in the room were missing or broken. Hotel staff were friendly and assisted with the cleaning of the areas highlighted. The hotel is located near the motorway and a shell service station which is great.
Nathan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very good service and staff.
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff were very helpful and pleasant
Philip, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely and helpful staff!
Samantha, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It was good but a bit noisy. The food was very nice and our room was clean 👌
Yuling, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Hotel was nice but a little bit dated. Stains on the carpet but sheets were clean and the bathroom was clean. Beds were definitely used and saggy but if you like soft mattresses that would work for you. Area only has a petrol station near it but I believe there may be a bus nearby to get elsewhere. Not far from town centre with a car, about 20 mins. Breakfast is adequate. Friendly staff. Join the rewards program and get free parking. I would stay there again.
Adenike, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good easy access plenty of good breakfast
Richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Rooms clean, bathroom a little dirty in areas, carpet in the hallway near doors poor condition, stained and loose fitting carpet, family room small kettle so not big enough to make three drinks , not enough milk no decaf tea bags or selection of teas, coffee machine gives terrible coffee in the breakfast room.
Gaynor, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I liked everything about this hotel very clean and we got 2 double beds and it was clean
Rumbidzayi, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay great staff great breakfast just a shame about paying to park
Hannah, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Food not great but breakfast good
Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The best
Marius, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Had problem with sink, reported to desk and nothing done for 2 days (we left). Room not serviced, ran out of toilet paper. Front desk not manned, waited over 15 minutes for someone to appear. No one answered the phone, etc. breakfast was good and plenty available. Would not stay here again.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Breakfast was lovely with a great selection. There were also a selection of pillows on the bed, items at reception if you had forgotten things. Clean and presentable.
Natasha, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good location and room size. Cosy beds. WiFi keeps disconnecting; maybe because the hotel was fully booked.
Bogdan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good overnight hotel

Good stay here again - breakfast was hotter this time which was appreciated. Room comfortable and shower was good. I don't appreciate being charged £8 for parking which was previously free, but overall it's still an OK hotel for a business one-nighter.
Jeff, 1-night trip