Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Colchester with free breakfast and business centre

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Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Room amenity
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Birchwood Road, Colchester, England, CO7 6HS
  • Popular LocationColchester Castle Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Essex10 min drive
  • Popular LocationFlatford Mill12 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)59 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

9.3/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

7.8/10 Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Colchester

At Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel you'll be 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Dedham Vale and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Bridge Cottage. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The Great Room serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .In the area of this Colchester hotel, you'll find University of Essex.

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 9 min drive
  • University of Essex - 10 min drive
  • Colchester Town Hall - 10 min drive
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 11 min drive
  • Flatford Mill - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Manningtree Station - 11 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • The Wooden Fender - 3 min drive
  • The Sun Inn - 4 min drive
  • The Oak Tree Coffee House - 5 min drive
  • Mimosa - 4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel

Hotel in Colchester with free breakfast and business centre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel also features a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel offers 101 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Colchester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Czech, English, Lithuanian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available on weekdays 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Great Room

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

As of 28 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel on 16 Jun 2024 start from NZ$88.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel has a free self car park.

Is Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 428 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

JESSICA N

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Too small of the room for family four!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narayan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Olaperi

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Was good overall
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great valur
Very pleased and excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fola

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024