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Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG

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Close to Chester Racecourse and Chester City Walls, Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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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

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(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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 busy street in a historic town with Tudor-style buildings, shops, and a prominent clock tower.
    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 bridge with steps leading up to a tree-lined path, surrounded by traditional half-timbered houses and modern buildings.
    Chester City Walls
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Beer Heroes
    5 min walk
  • Cheezy Bandits
    7 min walk
  • The Architect
    5 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    5 min walk
  • the flower cup
    4 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 Chester Town Hall 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. 564 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1009 reviews

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8/10 Good

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Parking was very simple and we could leave the car there until 2pm the day of checkout. Very friendly on reception. The room was clean apart from the skirting boards which were very dusty. Breakfast was excellent with a good choice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great having the parking staff very friendly Rooms basic but clean nice hot breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a very comfortable overnight stay with our young son. We were happy with our room and the breakfast was superb with free tea/coffee facilities 24/7 and fresh water and ice. Great vending machines at the front. Overnight parking was £12 but we were able to stay until the early afternoon.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location in city. THEY NOW CHARGE FOR PARKING Staff wonderful sorted out room issue
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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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

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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

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We loved the hotel and the room.The staff were all very friendly.The room was kept very clean and the bed got made each day.The shower was clean and very good. The breakfast was very good and it was free. This was our 4th time we have stayed there.You could also help yourself to a free hot drink from the machine after we came back from walking each day.We stayed 4 nights like we always do.We just love it.Thank you to everyone there for making our stay so enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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Breakfast was good, the hotel is very clean, the staff are excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was helpful to park right next to the hotel, easy to come and go. Hotel was clean, our room overlooked the race course. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly and the breakfast is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent standard of hotel with breakfast included in great location for walkable access to central Chester. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Confusing signage on entry to hotel/ race course car park ( no overnight parking), lead to use of town car park opposite. Which turned out to be cheaper and allowed us to stay for longer, although you do have to cross a busy road . Note adjacent to railway line, which has overnight goods trains. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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Excellent room and breakfast. Recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Brilliant staff, clean rooms and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good location, Good internet, good breakfast, very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

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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
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10/10 Excellent

Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room. Staff friendly and helpful. Great breakfasr. Nice bar area
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stay 2 or 3 times a year, usual great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super friendly staff - central Chester literally 10 minutes walk away
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great location, friendly staff and fab breakfast 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

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Good location, good size room, reasonable breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025