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Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG

4.0 star property
Guests start their day with a hearty breakfast in Lincoln's vibrant center before heading out to explore attractions that are just steps from the hotel's front door

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Holiday Inn Lincoln, an IHG Hotel, offers a central city retreat after sightseeing. Enjoy practical amenities like dry cleaning, conference facilities, and free WiFi. Travelers appreciate the convenient luggage storage for hassle-free arrivals and departures.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Brayford Wharf View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Lincoln, Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG is in the city center and near a train station. Hartsholme Country Park and Bloxholm Wood Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lincolnshire Showground and Hykeham Village Green. Lincoln Zoo and Sir Joseph Banks Conservatory are also worth visiting. Visit our Lincoln travel guide
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Brayford Wharf North, Lincoln, England, LN1 1YW

What's nearby

  • View from Lincoln Castle towards the Cathedral at the top of Steep Hill
    Lincoln Cathedral
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lincoln Castle at sunset. Lincoln, England
    Lincoln Castle
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Lincoln
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Lawn
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lincoln Christmas Market
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lincoln Station
    8 min walk
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA)
    88 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Square Sail (Wetherspoon)
    3 min walk
  • Coffee Depot
    3 min walk
  • The Burton Arms
    5 min walk
  • Pizza Hut
    6 min walk
  • Nando's
    1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG

Upscale hotel in the city center
Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 148 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,546 square feet of conference space
  • 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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.
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 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 16.95 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day (200 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

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

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Lincoln, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Lincoln, Lincoln Museum, and The Lawn. Usher Gallery and Lincoln Castle are also within 15 minutes. Lincoln Station is 8 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 Lincoln by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great size room; comfortable bed; good breakfast options; friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice room , good range of hot drink options in room, lovely friendly staff, excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent breakfast. Lovely spacious room (pre over room). Very clean and friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms and restaurant are great. The gym is tiny and equipment has been broken for many months.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

John

nice location was
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and attractive public areas. Great location with parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Morag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great staff, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous staff and modern building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really friendly and helpful and the room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable room with everything you could need. Plenty of bars and shops near by.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have stayed here many times now and it’s fab - very accommodating staff, friendly and super helpful. Showers are great, rooms are sizeable and beds are comfy, location is fantastic as you’re right in the centre. Could not fault this place, fave place to stay in Lincoln.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, very quiet. Check in quick, staff courteous. Hotel ideally situated for local amenities. Shops , restaurants and cathedral near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good Could be more parking at the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Had to park down the road . Hotel nice and clean breakfast very nice but a little expensive for the place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room lovely. Staff very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot within easy walk of restaurants and the city centre, rooms very spacious and clean, staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfy. Very quiet too. Good breakfast and very friendly and polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Lovely hotel, very friendly staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Great hotel

Great location-very good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with the room. Cosy bar/lounge area. Staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. Efficient and friendly staff. Great location and the parking is a godsend. We didn't eat there so cannot comment on food but as somewhere to lay our heads on a trip to explore Lincoln it was ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Amenities
Excellent hotel and a great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

Stay at Holiday Inn Lincoln

Great location , friendly staff , clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025