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Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG

Property class: 3
Experience city charm at its finest. Start your day with breakfast then head out to explore historic walls or simply relax on our charming terrace.

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Located in a shopping district, Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse offers a convenient retreat with free full breakfast, a bar, and 24-hour business center. Enjoy the nearby Chester City Walls or unwind on the terrace while staying connected with free in-room WiFi. Previous guests appreciated the helpful staff and central location.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(102 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

1 Double Standard Single Sofa Bed Free Hot Breakfast

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

1 Double Standard with Free Hot Breakfast

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

1 Double Accessible with Free Hot Breakfast

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Chester, Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG is in the city center. Chester City Walls and Chester Castle are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and The Rows of Chester. Chester Zoo and Chester Roman Gardens are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Chester travel guide
Map
The Racecourse, New Crane Street, Chester, England, CH1 2LY

What's nearby

  • A large stadium with a clock tower, covered seating, and a crowd of spectators.
    Chester Racecourse
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic street with Tudor-style buildings, cobblestone pavement, and pedestrians.
    The Rows of Chester
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic cathedral with twin spires and large arched windows.
    Chester Cathedral
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic building with intricate architecture, a prominent clock tower, and a cobblestone plaza.
    Chester Town Hall
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic stone tower with a pointed roof, a brick building with arched windows, and a street with a pedestrian crossing.
    Chester City Walls
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Bache Station
    4 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beer Heroes
    5 min walk
  • Slug & Lettuce
    7 min walk
  • The Architect
    5 min walk
  • the flower cup
    4 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 12 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 192 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 12 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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)

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 12 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Chester, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chester Racecourse and Chester City Walls. The Rows of Chester and Dewa Roman Experience are also within 10 minutes. Chester Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little bit hot in the rooms but other than that great, Good free breakfast,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay close to everything clean rooms and lovely staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely few days in Chester. Fabulous location to the town Beautiful grounds Room lovely and clean Shampoo and shower gel lovely and creamy Fan was very useful during the hot weather Breakfast was very nice Just wish it was a king size bed not a double Would defo stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was made so easy by David :) He was friendly, knowledgable and professional. Rooms were comfy, clean and quiet to say we wer on floor 3 facing the main road. Breakfast was wonderful. Lots of choices. Parking easy and cost effective. Overall avery pleasant stay. All staff we spoke to were very nice. Barman very nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. Good location for a short stroll into Chester centre. BUT too noisy. At side of a busy railway line, lots of other noises from racecourse equipment. Had to keep windows open to keep cool but then couldn’t sleep because of noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, the hotel is very clean, the staff are excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern standard room with comfortable bed and in a great location. 5 mins walk from the city centre. Staff very pleasant with a decent breakfast choice and quality. Parking at £10 per day is reasonable as it is so close to city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room parking and staff very helpful but breakfast needs more hot food choice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and breakfast. Recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, Good internet, good breakfast, very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Brilliant staff, clean rooms and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff - central Chester literally 10 minutes walk away
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members really friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay 2 or 3 times a year, usual great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Modris

Staff were really friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Race Course branch of the Chain does everything it says on the tin. Helpful staff, clean rooms, great breakfast choice. Having to fork out for parking is unwelcoming. Outside of race days whats the point.... a few miles down the road the member of the chain doesn't charge. So I go there next time. Otherwise no beefs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great WiFi, staff friendly and courteous. Breakfast was nice. Rooms were clean. Always a great place to stay for Chester’s city centre
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is decent of a buffet style. However the orange and apple juice doesn't taste the freshest. The room was clean and comfy and the bathroom was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good size room, reasonable breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Great location, friendly staff and fab breakfast 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly and helpful, room clean and comfortable, breakfast good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WiFi fine, room comfortable, breakfast plentiful. Location good. Car park £10 for 24 hours. Very competitive value for money with other hotels in this area. Would ùse again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly reception staff made check in easy, clean room and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value stay in a perfect location Decent breakfast Easy check in Great parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025