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Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers can relax after a busy day in The Great Room restaurant or grab a refreshing beverage from the convenient vending machine

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Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine - Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG (Colchester)
Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel, welcomes business and leisure travelers. Start your day with a complimentary breakfast buffet in The Great Room, and enjoy drinks at the bar later. The hotel offers high-speed WiFi and attentive staff for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Colchester is home to Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG. Dedham Vale and High Woods Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Green Island Gardens Ardleigh and Tenpin Bowling Colchester. Colchester Leisure World and Xtreme Gaming are also worth visiting. Visit our Colchester travel guide
Map
Birchwood Road, Colchester, England, CO7 6HS

What's nearby

  • Dedham Vale
    Dedham Vale
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Willy Lott's Cottage outside in flatford mill in constable country old and famous location building from a painting on a summer afternoon with no people very beautiful
    Flatford Mill
    10 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Colchester Zoo
    Colchester Zoo
    14 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park
    Colchester Castle Park
    16 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • University of Essex
    15 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Great Bentley Station
    11 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Oak Tree Coffee House
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Paddy & Scott’s
    5 min drive
  • Fish 'n' Chick'n
    6 min drive
  • Jubilee Restaurant
    16 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Property highlights
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a bar, and a business center at Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, The Great Room, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and a water dispenser
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 101 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Sofa beds and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 26-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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 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

  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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

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

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 8 per day

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 Colchester by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 8 per day.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG located?

Situated in Colchester, this hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Dedham Vale and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bridge Cottage and Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum. High Woods Country Park and Colchester Community Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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 Colchester by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great rooms great staff great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were amazing, all so friendly! The breakfast was delicious, we will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Great variety of breakfast, rooms very clean and overall a nice comfy modern hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Penelope Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean and bed comfortable, welcoming staff and a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms are clean, breakfast is good and the staff are amazing. Very helpful and thoughtful,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent 3 days at the hotel,l was so impressed with friendly staff nothing was to much trouble. Rooms were clean and bright a nicely decorated. The complimentary breakfast was excellent so much choice. We had 2 evenings meal at the inn and wasn’t disappointed with any of them. I would recommend this holiday inn express as lm not easily pleased and l certainly was there.5*
My evening meal was good,limited choice but as a couple of pensioners we found something we liked
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super breakfast. Friendly staff restaurant/bar on site Friendly staff Easy to get to Lg parking lot Beds and pillows were comfy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mukesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pietro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good value for money as the hotel is in a handy location on the Ipswich to Colchester road. Excellent for an overnight stay when visiting relatives in the area. Haven’t stayed for a while and was surprised that the ample parking is now chargeable £8/night - unless you sign up to IHG rewards programme.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Adnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff at the front desk were professional and the room was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast hot food was delicious but the pastries were old and dry.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Liked: Amenities
Amazing staff, clean, and good breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful, room was clean, limited wardrobe space.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was very good and had variety of options. Staff was welcoming and service was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds, good shower and good breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beer was cold and breakfast hot! Helpful and friendly, chatty staff. There’s a Waitrose next to the hotel for any bits & bobs you might need during your stay. Breakfast had a fair variety including make-your-own pancakes and lots of breads/pastries. Choice of non-dairy milks including oat and almond. Good overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, staff extremely helpful. Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, beds was comfy and the staff was so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tolu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facility was as expected. Clean and tidy all through
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tilok Sing

Staffs were very good and polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Overall a good hotel with nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this stay was wonderful: check in was quick and friendly, dinner was really tasty, the room was very clean and new, the pillows and bed were comfortable, and the breakfast was fabulous with lots of protein and gluten free options! The only thing of note is that is it not close to town so a car is beneficial as it is a bit of an expensive Uber ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds are so comfy, so clean, shower is so spacious, breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reasonably priced hotel

WE needed a clean reasonably priced hotel for one night and this filled the bill perfctly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tabassum

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are pleasant, particularly the weekend staff are warm and welcoming. Comfortable room Thank you for a pleasant stay
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025