Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Property class: 3

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At Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a bar, and a business center. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, The Great Room, offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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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, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(93 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a shower area.

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
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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

  • A house by a calm river with reflections of trees and a duck swimming.
    Dedham Vale
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A white house with a red roof by a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
    Flatford Mill
    10 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • An elephant walking on rocky terrain with dense green foliage in the background.
    Colchester Zoo
    14 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • A stone commemorative plaque at Castle Park, marking the 100th anniversary of its opening in 1892.
    Colchester Castle Park
    16 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • University of Essex
    15 min drive - 9.3 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
  • Dog & Pheasant
    5 min drive
  • Jubilee Restaurant
    16 min walk
  • The Crown
    2 min drive

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 TV in the lobby
    • A water dispenser, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
    • A banquet hall, meeting rooms, 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG on Nov 1, 2026 start from $74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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A great base for visiting the area. Comfortable and clean. Food, both breakfast and dinner menu is great value and tasty.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Very comfortable bed and the air con was a life saver.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff very friendly, one of the most comfortable hotel beds I’ve stayed on. Breakfast range was very good and overall a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Well priced conveniently positioned hotel,everything that you would expect and more,breakfast was very good, and plentiful,the dining area was unnecessarily cool, almost cold,at breakfast,I am sure it could easily be adjusted.i will have no hesitation in returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Overall this hotel suited our needs as we were visiting Colchester Zoo. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The air conditioner in our room did not cool properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An excellent place to stay. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast more than adequate
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice and breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We've stayed at Holiday Inn Express before and always been very happy. This was no exception. The staff were polite and helpful. The rooms are clean with good bedding and pillows. The bathroom is well laid out with a very good shower and plenty of hot water. The breakfast was excellent with so much choice. When we take short breaks or need a stopover we always look for a Holiday Inn Express as a firstvchoice if possible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was great place for us to meet up with the family..staff were heloful & friendly, loved the extra large shower soace & having the 24 hour bar was a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location for the ferry. Staff were super friendly and helpful, but short staffed and stretched thin. They did their absolute best and couldn't fault them, they could just do with an additional team member in the evenings.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My room and sheets and towels were spotless, check in and out was very easy and it was lovely to have air con during the heatwave!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stopped one night on route to pick up our new pup. The location was very convenient, property was clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful. The aircon was an absolute blessing in the heatwave too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our stay was lovely, staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was large and the bed very comfortable. Evening, meal menu was ok but breakfast was excellent with so much choice , no rush we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It has a warm and friendly atmosphere, with visible staff @ the front desk, hallway and kitchen. The room is clean and well-stocked. We also love the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great rooms great staff great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Charley was excellent I had made a mistake with my booking Charley sorted it out Truly great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice hotel and location just of A12 so easy for onward travel. Nice rooms clean and comfortable and a reasonable selection of evening food. The Breakfast is good too. I’ll certainly be staying there again next time around and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

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Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Would be 4* as the rooms and breakfast were fairly reasonable (if overpriced). However, the owners IHG seem to have decided it's perfectly reasonable to charge people extra to use a car park in the middle of nowhere. The sign says it's a public carpark on private land, but ignoring the contradiction it's nothing of the sort. Everyone staying at the hotel has to use it because there's no other way to get there and no one else would any reason to because there's nothing else there. So, despite paying a large amount for a room, the first thing you must do before you even get in the door is pay more money. Even Travelodges at motorway service stations give you free parking, but not here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wes re a couple and stayed for one night only as we had a course in Colchester the next day. Pleasant stay, breakfast very well served, staff helpful, location very convenient. We had an accessible room just noticed the shower curtains a bit dirty but all the rest was in perfect condition. Car park is paid for 8£ per night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great variety of breakfast, rooms very clean and overall a nice comfy modern hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Room very clean and bed comfortable, welcoming staff and a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025