Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8 (1935 reviews)
Birchwood Road , Colchester , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly service
Clean rooms
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Breakfast availability
Heating problems

Categories

Cleanliness
6.96
Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues including stains and dirty towels.
Service
8.93
Generally positive comments about friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.97
Convenient location for access to nearby areas and attractions.
Room Quality
7.92
Rooms were clean and well-equipped but had occasional noise issues and heating problems.
Amenities
7.95
Decent amenities but problems with heating reported.
Value for Money
8.41
Reasonable prices for the offered services.
Food and Beverage
6.46
Breakfast received negative feedback regarding availability and cleanliness.
Overall Experience
8.43
A generally pleasant stay overshadowed by some technical issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 01:40

Property Description

Modern Rooms with Amenities
Experience air-conditioned rooms with satellite TVs, free WiFi, and powerful showers at Holiday Inn Express Colchester.

Convenient Dining Options
Indulge in a continental breakfast each morning and grab a drink at the on-site restaurant and bar.

Attractions Nearby
Explore the award-winning Colchester Zoo just a short drive away for an unforgettable experience with over 260 species of animals and reptiles.

Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express Colchester for a comfortable and convenient stay.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: STN

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 8 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1935 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.96
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 6.46
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Jason • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Breakfast was great

Cons:

That I have to pay for parking strange one that

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • gb
9
👍 nice
Pros:

👍

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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carol • couple • gb
9
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Zara • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Lindsay • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Ioan • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Hazel • couple • gb
9
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent Hotel and staff, definitely be staying here again
Pros:

Excellent hotel and staff. Rooms were very clean and bed comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Jen • couple • gb
9
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Marina • family_with_children • gb
9
I would definitely stay again and recommend .
Pros:

Clean huge beds lively room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Rajeeve • couple • in
9
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Paloma • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Warner • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
7
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Look, staff welcoming as soon as we arrived. Rooms were comfortable and beds were great

Cons:

N/a

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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M.J.M. van der Knaap • family_with_children • nl
9
Prima plek voor 1 nacht als je op doorreis bent.
Pros:

Uitstekend ontbijt, prima locatie voor als je op doorreis bent van Harwich naar Londen.

Cons:

Parkeren was prijzig.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Leah • solo_traveller • gb
10
They act like a unit very polite. I felt at home. Thank you for all that you guys have done (Emily, Jade, Tracy, Raj and
Pros:

Absolutely love the location of this property.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Jeniffer • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Good

Cons:

There was a smell at the front entrance which was very much of rotten drains.
Very off putting

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Leah • couple • gb
10
Fantastic. The staff gave an excellent service (Jade,Raj,Emily,Changle and Tracy. They act like a family unit. They’re p
Pros:

I found the property to be in a perfect location if you love nature.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Kempf • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee