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Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
    Bar

Explore the area

Map
Abbotts Lane, Eight Ash Green, Colchester, England, CO6 3QL
  • Colchester Zoo
    4 min drive
  • Colchester Arts Centre
    7 min drive
  • Mercury Theatre
    7 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    45 min drive

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 149 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 155 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
4.1 out of 5, Very Good, (1000)
The price is $72
per night
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel

About the neighborhood

Colchester

When you stay at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel in Colchester, you'll be near the airport and within a 5-minute drive of Colchester Zoo. .This family-friendly hotel is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Birch Grove Golf Club and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Manifest Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Colchester Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Colchester Town Hall - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Mercury Theatre - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • University of Essex - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Marks Tey Station - 7 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Prettygate - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Live & Let Live - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bungalow Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Alma - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and a health club
Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel offers 110 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.
Stay in one of 110 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite to eat at Traders Bar and Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Colchester? This hotel has 1356 square feet (126 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 5 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Traders Bar and Grill - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

English, German, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Traders Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (1,356 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after midnight 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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 16.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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)

Property is also known as

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Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1004 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Me and my kids like to come here as it’s close to home we like to come to swim have some dinner and just spend some quality time together, We like to come to this hotel as it’s always clean and friendly here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was spacious and had a comfortable bed, iron, desk and tea/coffee facilities. The restaurant breakfast was good with a variety of foods but unfortunately the dinner was not edible. The coleslaw was dry on top with a pool of water at the bottom of the pot and the burger was tasteless and wet. All the staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

JACKI

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Vince

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfortable beds in a very clean environment, ensuring a good nights sleep. Breakfast was excellent with a choice, from a full English or a Continental with choice of Cereals,fresh fruit, yogurts, Croissants and my favourite, Pain aux Chocolate.All washed down with a selection of fruit juices and, tea & coffee. All staff from reception, dining area and Housekeeping were friendly and helpful. Adequate parking facilities with several Electrical Charging points, making this location an ideal stop over for one or two nights. A
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheerful staff
Really cheerful staff at all times. Very willing to help and put our bikes safely away for us during our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

D

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disappointing 21st anniversary away
Disappointed thay jacuzzi was not working. Get told after i booked. Swimming pool sat is for non residents 8 till 12 .steam room perfect sauna was not hot . Didn't get clean towels 2nd day .The young girl that was cleaning the other rooms on the same floor, helped out with clean towels. Said she would find out why . Got a knock later but too late. Room was fine Friday. But nx day had kids next door banging about. And early Sunday morning. Got woken up.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for Colchester Zoo. I stayed with my 3 grandchildren and the staff in all areas were brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hospitality and service! Sarah at the front desk was outstanding, always smiling, and went out of her way to make sure I was well cared for during my stay. Debbie with housekeeping was very accommodating and always greeted me. Ethan at the bar and restaurant was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was nice with lots of options, dinner was delicious, nice beer selection. The fitness area, sauna, and locker room was spacious and tidy. The pool was at the perfect temperature. I enjoyed the outdoor seating. Convenient parking. Clean, comfortable room with air conditioning. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really beautiful hotel, in fantastic woodland surroundings, and the best staff ever!! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic hotel with brilliant staff!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had to make an emergency 12 stay at the hotel doe to water leak at home. The staff were absolutely fantastic and looked after me so incredibly well, especially when admitted to hospital during my stay.What an absolutely fantastic experience?!! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything very good, only minor disappointment was the jacuzzi was out of order and has been for some time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia, Monroe Twp.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay. The staff were Very pleasant, helpful and friendly. Excellent continental breakfast. I will highly recommend this hotel. Only downside is there's no Lift or elevator, but otherwise very nice hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay dog friendly everybody was so helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sally

It’s difficult to review as I did not stay as my dad was dying My partner stayed but did not have the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
the bed was good and the staff friendly. There were some glass bottles of water that remained on the floor in the corridor for the duration of our stay. There were also trays of leftover food left outside rooms for long periods of time. It was as if there was no on tidying up the corridors of food and drink items, which was a pity as everything was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room and building are beautiful.Fantastic caring , helpful and professional staff at all times. I was so impressed with my stay, I have continued to stay on.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
Clean tidty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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