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Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG

A modern kitchen area with a counter, hanging lights, and a tiled backsplash.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled walls, and a view of the outside through large windows.
A Holiday Inn hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.
A Holiday Inn reception desk with a large sign, two computer monitors, a cash register, and a plant.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Explore the area

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Center Island Waterways Lower Mersey St, Ellesmere Port, England, CH65 2AL
  • Place, Manchester Ship Canal
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, National Waterways Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rivacre Country Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Canal View)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Canal View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Canal View)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Canal View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Canal View)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Canal View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds (Canal View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds (Canal View)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds (Canal View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ellesmere Port

At Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Manchester Ship Canal and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and sauna. A meeting room, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11 AM. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Ellesmere Port hotel, attractions include Chester Zoo and Chester City Walls.

What's nearby

  • Manchester Ship Canal - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • National Waterways Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rivacre Country Park - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Chester Zoo - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Chester City Walls - 15 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Ellesmere Port Station - 15 min walk
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green Oak Farmhouse Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Wheatsheaf - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG

Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Ellesmere Port hotel is smoke free.

  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1993
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG offers 83 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (104 centimetre high)
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (74 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1993
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property 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.

This property's swimming pool will be closed every Saturday from September-June during the hours of 9 AM-1 PM.

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free per registered adult 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 14.95 per person

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free per registered adult 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.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG?

Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG 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 Ellesmere Port by IHG?

As of 9 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG on 20 Sept 2026 start from AU$126, 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 Ellesmere Port by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG is Thurstaston Beach (17.8 km).

Does Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG?

Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG features a health club, an indoor pool and a sauna.

Does Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, our visitors adore the buffet brekkie here! Available daily from 7:30 AM to 11 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG?

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 Ellesmere Port by IHG?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 670 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1008 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MOIRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful check in, easy parking, great overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stopping point but could see you stay longer and easy access to lots of sights/attractions around. Staff friendly and helpful, nice/pleasant hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and great breakfast...parking tight though, if want to park close but has overflow
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

G. Ian

Only A short stay, but very good, the food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, clean room, comfy bed and amazing quality breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Lovely room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most wonderful stay. The staff were so helpful and friendly. They left a beautiful cake for my birthday! The breakfast was exceptional, nice view of the canal. The hotel smelt amazing and they had all the amenities you will need. I will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were fantastic, breakfast great, bed in the room was extremely comfortable and I slept very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing, specially James who was great. The only negative was the evening meal food wasn’t great but breakfast was good and staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Purdip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service levels and very convenient if you're going Cheshire Oaks or even Chester Zoo. Stayed with my family for 1 night and given it's a Holiday Inn, I have zero complaints and would definitely use this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richmal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found our room to be spacious and clean. We had a good view over the canal basin from our window. The hotel restaurant was lovely too. We had breakfast and found the food choices good. The staff were very helpful too. Would definitely stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a good experience Lovely breakfast Lovely ‘waiting ‘ staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, rooms were clean and comfy. Breakfast was excellent. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. Nice lounge/bar area for the evening. Staff were really nice. The room was clean and had good amenities including air con. The only thing that let the stay down was the quality of the bed. If you didn't have a bad back before, you probably would after the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were really helpful and very friendly . Lovely location and room was very comfortable, would return for sure .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff friendly and the breakfast was excellent although the coffee was very poor and tasteless. Bed was really comfortable as well!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast excellent, nice relaxed bar area, very friendly staff, lovely warm pool. Only negative, evening meal was lukewarm.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. Great location for local attractions. Every single one of the staff were warm, friendly and helpful. Treats for the kids on arrival which was a bonus. Nice little pool which we all enjoyed using.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Md

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice stay,friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasent stay. Clean & friendly stay. Good food, nice bar & very helpfull staff. Kim & Tom in the resaurant were great, Diane on reception was wonderful and helped my wife with out after the Ultra marathon left her needing an ice pack Manager? Steve was just so welcoming & helpful throughout our stay, advising on spots to watch the Marathon & nearby pubs & shops. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026