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Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel

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

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Reception
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Check out the area

Map
Abbotts Lane, Eight Ash Green, Colchester, England, CO6 3QL
  • Popular LocationColchester Zoo4 min drive
  • Popular LocationColchester Castle Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationColchester Town Hall7 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)45 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Top Floor)

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Top Floor)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Walk-In Shower)

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Walk-In Shower)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Double Bed (Top Floor)

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

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed (Top Floor)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Top Floor)

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Top Floor)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Single Beds (Top Floor, Bath Shower Combination)

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

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds (Top Floor, Bath Shower Combination)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Ground Floor

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Ground Floor

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Ground Floor

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Ground Floor

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Bath Shower Combination)

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Bath Shower Combination)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room

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

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Colchester

A family-friendly stay in Colchester awaits you at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel. You'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Colchester Zoo and 5.8 km (3.6 mi) from Birch Grove Golf Club. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Traders Bar and Grill, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna as well as access to a playground. 1356 square feet (126 square metres) of event facilities include 5 meeting rooms and a conference centre. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available daily. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this Colchester hotel, you'll find University of Essex.

What's nearby

  • Colchester Zoo - 4 min drive
  • Colchester Castle Park - 7 min drive
  • Colchester Town Hall - 7 min drive
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 7 min drive
  • University of Essex - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Colchester Marks Tey Station - 7 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Live & Let Live - 2 min drive
  • Jhaal - 3 min drive
  • Starbucks - 14 min walk
  • The Cricketers - 13 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa and health club
Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 1356 square feet (126 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A hot tub, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colchester hotel.

  • 110 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 1356 sq ft of conference space
  • 126 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel offers 110 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English, German, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 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
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (1,356 square foot 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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
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: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

As of 10 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel on 2 June 2024 start from AU$104.91, 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel is Mill Beach (18.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

Does Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors enjoy the buffet breakfast here! Offered daily, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 969 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 969 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 969 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 969 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 969 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amrita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was lovely staff in the spa wasn’t very friendly the jacuzzi was extremely hot and people were getting burnt. The staff in the spa told us it wasn’t working properly but they were still letting people in to use it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Gave us a disability shower room with a slide door was so hard to close the slide door & im strong ! Terrible sink tap soaked me in cold water & the floor tv remote didnt work properly at least the sheets looked clean .. sparse drinks of tea & coffee & no milk 3 custard creams biscuits coudnt get much cheaper i surpose ! but location good & lots parking & Colchester near by..cant comment on bar or food as only stayed one night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small gym and gets quite busy, parking was busy as some building work going on but always found a spot
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly
Very Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024