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Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and a health club

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Exterior
Children's play area - outdoor
Indoor pool
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Holiday Inn Colchester welcomes guests with its convenient airport-adjacent location. Travelers start their day with breakfast at Traders Bar and Grill, unwind in the peaceful garden, or treat themselves to facials and massages at the on-site spa.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

Room options

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

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 14 sq m
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Colchester, Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG is near the airport. Jumbo Water Tower and Colchester Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Birch Grove Golf Club and Colchester Golf Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Colchester Zoo and Tenpin Bowling Colchester.
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Abbotts Lane, Eight Ash Green, Colchester, England, CO6 3QL

What's nearby

  • Colchester Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Mercury Theatre - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Colchester Town Hall - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • University of Essex - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Kelvedon Station - 9 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Live & Let Live - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Harvester - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Upscale family-friendly hotel near the airport
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a manicure/pedicure, or a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Traders Bar and Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and massage treatment rooms
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 110 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers
  • HDTVs with digital channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • 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 at the property
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

Colchester Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Colchester
Holiday Inn Hotel Colchester
Holiday Inn Colchester Eight Ash Green
Holiday Inn Colchester Hotel Eight Ash Green
Holiday Inn Colchester Hotel
Holiday Inn Colchester
Colchester By Ihg Colchester
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Colchester an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG Colchester
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 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 at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Colchester Zoo, Tenpin Bowling Colchester, and East Anglian Railway Museum. Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Natural History Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to check in and good breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best Holiday Inns I’ve stopped in , staff on another level awesome, no pay for parking, great rooms & restaurants plus spa ✔️ definitely will be back as my brother lives nearby in Markstey
Nearby Clacton by the sea
Awesome corridors
Lots of Roman History nearby in Colchester
Colchester
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am a regular guest of the Holiday Inn, Abbots Lane, Colchester and have always found the hotel both inviting and comfortable. The staff are excellent and always friendly and helpful. I’ve dined in the restaurant on many occasions and the meals have all been excellent with a wide variety of menu choices. I would highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Swimming pool fitness centre
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

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

Great hotel

Staff are professional and really polite and helpful. Lovely hotel, ill be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a good place for our needs, the staff were so friendly, helpful in fact amazing they were just keen to help .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, reasonable priced
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

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

Overnight stay.

Perfect overnight stay. Comfortable, lovely breakfast, friendly staff. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing, quiet and homely
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Holiday inn

It was our first time in a holiday inn. The staff were lovely & helpful. The rooms were clean, the pool was great & the food was good too. Nice view fom the window. We'll definitely book again, thank you 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Balazs

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

Nice quiet stay

Very nice and quiet hotel with lovely and friendly staff. We enjoyed the nice temperature swimming pool and the outside playing area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was quaint and pleasing. The breakfast was wonderful and delicious.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

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

Amazing staff

Nice hotel which suited a need for a simple bed for night. However the staff were over and above for service. Everyone was really friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel set in horgeous grounds Staff so helpful and kind. Helped us with buses, taxis and places to go. Cannot fault staff at all. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok, room was nice, but nothing special to be honest
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service provided was excellent, all the staff were friendly and helpful. The grounds were clean and tidy and very easy to park. Our room was lovely and clean. The only thing we noticed was that the bar/dining area could do with a little tlc. Other than that overall it was a good hotel and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff went above and beyond to make my daughters 18th birthday one she will never forget.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, friendly staff, clean and tidy :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very good. Did enjoyed the environment. Very close to the seaside . Fantastic!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A good value night away
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there a couple of times in the past really liked it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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