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Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Colchester with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

Explore the area

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Birchwood Road, Colchester, England, CO7 6HS
  • Dedham Vale
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Flatford Mill
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

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

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

Highlights

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

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

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

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Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel

Pool
Hot tub
Spa
Pet-friendly
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (1001)
The price is AU$152
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel

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 a bar/lounge. .The Great Room serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Colchester hotel include University of Essex and Ipswich Waterfront.

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 9 min drive
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 9 min drive
  • University of Essex - 10 min drive
  • Mercury Theatre - 10 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 Oak Tree Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peking Palace - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Wooden Fender - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - Ardleigh - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel

Hotel in Colchester with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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 express check-out. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • 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

  • Parking on site (GBP 8 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • 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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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 bathroom

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 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.

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 8 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 1 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel on 9 Feb 2025 start from AU$101.97, 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 self car park for GBP 8 per day.

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

Yep, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 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

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 423 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

PETER

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hello The room was spacious and comfortable. My wife particularly appreciated the glutten free selection available at breakfast. The hotel was well cited for exploring the local attractions. The room was not visited by the cleaners on one morning so we had to take some time out to get the waste bin emptied and replacement tea and milk. Overall thou' a pleasant stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I felf a bit cold and there was no spare duvet. Room was nicely made and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not so good as last time.
We were disappointed when we arrived to be told that we had to pay for parking because we had booked via a third party and weren't IHG members, as there was no mention of this when we booked. Also the lift was out of order for the whole of our stay and one of the reasons for choosing the Holiday Inn Express was that it had a lift. When our bedding was changed the used bedding was left in our room. one day they had run out of egg for breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, but illegal overcharge
Excellent room, bed and breakfast but unfortunately I was (illegally) charged £8 for parking when the Hotel.com website promised free parking. The receptionist refused to honour this and said the Hotel.com administrators had failed to update their listing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food not very good limited menu
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean and well run.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a double room with sofa bed. Was guven a double bed and travel cot. When we questioned this we were told the sofa bed was broken. At 10pm we were finally guven another room after another conversation with reception staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and very good service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Amber

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

barry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Chen

Travelled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for Colchester, Dedham and Ipswich.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

BARRY

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

lizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room and dining room are very clean but people smoke on a bench outside the entrance and it’s really filthy (apart from the smoking itself).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff friendly, helpful & efficient. Food options good, breakfast choices excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Frances

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mez

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I Loved the property as a whole, and the great price compared to other hotels in the area. I didn't like the Sofa Bed, the mattess was too thin, and had to.ise towels so kids are not hurt. Service wasn't great, no concierge staff, they are always in the back or doing 6 other jobs, not enough staff to serve the cusromers needs. One concierge was serving drinks at the bar next to the desk, while also being a concierge. Absolutely crazy, felt sorry for the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kate, Ashford Kent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fine for the price, stinks of human effluent out in the car park but has aircon so dont need windows open.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast was good, staff friendly and helpful. Building is a little dated, outside smoking area is basic and could be spruced up. Dusty lamps could do with a clean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024