Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8 (2415 reviews)
Birchwood Road , Colchester , gb
+44 1206 321510

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Terrace
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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.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 2415 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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Mieke • solo_traveller • nl
7
Pros:

Handige locatie vanaf de ferry Harwich. Nette kamer, schoon.

Cons:

De gangen en ontbijt ruimte mogen wel eens wat opgeknapt worden, alles maakte een beetje een vermoeide indruk

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Martina • family_with_children • gb
8
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Eva • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Mooie kamers, leuke speelkamer, prima ontbijt, vriendelijk personeel.

Cons:

Doucheputje liep niet goed door, douchedeur sloot niet goed, harde matrassen.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
8
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Marium Nadeem • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Andy • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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michael • family_with_children • gb
6
A bit disappointing
Pros:

breakfast was great, bed quite comfortable.

Cons:

No air con, did report it but no change.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • family_with_children • nl
9
Pros:

Clean and comfortable with a great complimentary breakfast.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Oscar • solo_traveller • nl
7
Pros:

Conveniently situated next to the highway. Good breakfast

Cons:

Bed was uncomfortable. I felt every spring in my back. Also, a lot of mosquitoes. We killed 4 and were still pestered at night. We did not have the windows open; maybe the previous users of the room.
The airco was very noisy. In automatic mode, we got blasted every so often. On low, it was ineffective and still noisy.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Okechukwu • couple • gb
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Marco • family_with_children • nl
9
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Nehir • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Highly recommended always stay here my favourite hotel
Pros:

Great location fantastic staff and clean comfortable room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • at
8
Pros:

great place, staff and breakfast

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Manuela • family_with_children • lu
9
Ottimo per una notte di passaggio
Pros:

Posizione perfetta sé si arriva la sera col traghetto ad Harwich, staff gentile, silenzio, ottima colazione

Cons:

Nessuna opzione per cenare dopo le 20.30 senza prendere auto (ma lo staff ci ha permesso di mangiare il nostro delivery ai tavoli della colazione)

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Rob • extended_group • nl
8
Excellent stay close to Harwich Ferry.
Pros:

We are returning customers and probably will keep coming back ! It was very busy and girl at reception was doing the bar as well so it took a while, still she kept smiling and gave everyone her best service/attention, excellent ! The rooms are quite big and clean. The breakfast is early enough to get to the Harwich ferry on time !

Cons:

It seeems the parking is paid now, quite silly, that should be a free service for this room prices !

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • gb
8
We enjoyed our stay
Pros:

It was clean, comfortable and the staff were friendly.

Cons:

Having to pay extra for parking.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Buffet breakfast was good

Cons:

3 men hanging around outside the entrance to the reception area verry drunk

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee