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Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel in Colchester with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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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

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

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
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Shower, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Birchwood Road, Colchester, England, CO7 6HS

What's nearby

  • Dedham Vale - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Essex - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Flatford Mill - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 12 min drive - 10.7 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
  • ‪Wooden Fender - ‬3 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 an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • A TV in the lobby, meeting rooms, and a water dispenser
  • 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
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)

Property is also known as

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Express Colchester By Ihg
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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 Dec 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG on Dec 18, 2025 start from $58.04, excluding 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).

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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

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 383 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tthe staff were brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble for them. I felt very comfortable and at ease. The room was clean and tidy and well equipped. The best holiday inn l have ever stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tilok Sing

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice stay. View from window is camper van and dumped bed mattress in car park.. you should not charge people to park. Bribing woth joining the ihg club. Staff nice. Room comfortable. Breakfast excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous choice of food for breakfast. Yummy too. Rooms were a good size with comfy beds. Elspeth was a complete angel seemingly appearing out of nowhere when I got stuck.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tabassum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. My room was clean, comfortable, and the hotel is conveniently located next to a garage for quick purchases. The staff are amazing and helpful. Breakfast was lovely. Thank you for great service!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

sumeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel, seems new, bedding was clean and fresh. Sizeable bathrooms. Cosy beds. Parking at the property chargeable though @£8 /day. Good English breakfast. Good stay for under £100
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for two nights in this hotel the staff made us feel so wellcome from the moment we walked in and throughout our stay breakfast was really good couldn't have asked for anything more would highly recommend to anyone thinking of staying and would definitely come back 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All Staff very friendly and helpful.property was quite and room was clean & comfortable. only 2 problems with room. The bathroom door did,nt shut, and the curtains smelled of cigerettes smoke. The dining options excellent, excellent choice for breakfast, well cooked breakfast piping hot. Excellent well presented food in the evening. menu chioce very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Reggie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only thing “negative” about this hotel is the area. Nothing but a petrol station. But staff is very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was working except the phone in the room, the staff was very helpful and nice. My body wasn’t adjusted to the time and I missed a few breakfast and I ask one of the worker she allowed me to still get some of what was left, I had to take my meds so I was very grateful she didn’t tell me, but I wish all the staff was like her.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy, very attentive staff, room was very clean and tidy, breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The first room we were offered had a bathroom door which didn't shut, so we were offered another. Rooms are comfy but basic. Air-conditioning/heating was extremely noisy. No heating or heated towel rail in the bathroom. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food at breakfast was good, but plates were cold, so the food didn't stay hot. We ate twice in the evenings and the food was reasonably good, standard pub food.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, a few concerns was the lack / non existent of hooks in the bathroom to hang the basic things bath towels hand towels after use. Main bedroom lack / non existent draws to put items of clothing. Although it is classified as an Express venue surely it should have the basics if people are staying for more than 2 nights
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025