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Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Colchester with spa and indoor pool

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Exterior
Exterior
Children’s play area – outdoor
Indoor pool
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Located near the airport, Holiday Inn Colchester offers a warm welcome with breakfast at Traders Bar and Grill. Relax in the garden or indulge in some me-time at the spa, where facials and massages are on offer.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on-site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Why we love this property

Culinary options galore
A restaurant, cafe, and bar create a feast of dining possibilities at this hotel. The buffet breakfast starts each day with culinary delights.
Work meets wellness
This hotel combines 5 meeting rooms and desk spaces for productivity with rejuvenating spa services. After work, guests enjoy the sauna, hot tub, and bar.

Room options

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

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor | Bathroom

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 1,018 reviews
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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About the area

Map
Abbotts Lane, Eight Ash Green, Colchester, England, CO6 3QL

What's nearby

  • Colchester Zoo - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Colchester Town Hall - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • University of Essex - 10 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • London (STN-Stansted) - 47 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 59 min drive
  • Colchester Kelvedon Station - 9 min drive
  • Marks Tey Station - 9 min drive
  • Bures Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Live & Let Live - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Harvester - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG is a great choice for a stay in Colchester. You can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials or manicures and pedicures, and Traders Bar and Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge and a health club. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 110 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Children's menu

Working away

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (1356 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Traders Bar and Grill – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16.95 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
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.

Also known as

Colchester Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Colchester
Holiday Inn Hotel Colchester
Holiday Inn Colchester Eight Ash Green
Holiday Inn Colchester Hotel Eight Ash Green
Holiday Inn Colchester Hotel
Holiday Inn Colchester
Colchester By Ihg Colchester
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Colchester an IHG Hotel
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Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG has a spa and an indoor pool, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Traders Bar and Grill.

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Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was extremely plentiful with a great range of options, including gluten-free choices, and the staff were very accommodating and friendly. (41 reviews)
  • The pool was a great bonus with many guests enjoying a swim, jacuzzi, and sauna experience. (18 reviews)
  • The spa facilities, including the pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and steam room, were excellent for relaxation. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel very welcoming and helpful
Garry, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was varied and very good. Room was clean, but clean towels were missed couple of times. Parking was easy, but very busy at night.
Michael, 12-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Nice hotel very clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and accomodating. Food was good and inexpensive. Would definitely stay again.
Claire, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy to check in and good breakfast options
Kirk, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel stay

It was a lovely stay. Children loved swimming.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay

We really had an amazing reunion at this venue. The hotel staff were nothing short of amazing.
Vivian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My stay was fantastic, it was the staff that made it so - everyone that I interacted with looked after me beautifully. It as a masterclass in customer service - thank you!
Ramesh, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient location
Joan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

On Arrival - Ready Room? Disappointed a bit

This pics speak for itself. My hotel room on arrival.
Oscar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Refreshing Break

Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was spacious and clean. Enjoyed a relaxing swim in the pool and delicious food via room service. Complimentary drinks and mini fridge nice extra touch.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent stay
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel

Staff are professional and really polite and helpful. Lovely hotel, ill be back
Jade, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was in a good place for our needs, the staff were so friendly, helpful in fact amazing they were just keen to help .
Jackie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight stay.

Perfect overnight stay. Comfortable, lovely breakfast, friendly staff. Thank you.
Jennie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good for gluten free

The restaurant was very accommodating especially to my wife who is coeliac. There was only one main on the included dinner menu that was gluten free so they let her choose from the wider menu. Good separation and labelling of gluten free items at breakfast too.
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very relaxing, quiet and homely
Keren, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

Hotel room v tired and very poor service in the restaurant. Waitress ‘forgot’ my drink order as she was busy chatting to a colleague and playing with her phone m. No receipt available!
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is ok with this price

The hotel is a bit inconvenient unless you are driving. The cleanliness needs to be improved.
KIM HO, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Holiday inn

It was our first time in a holiday inn. The staff were lovely & helpful. The rooms were clean, the pool was great & the food was good too. Nice view fom the window. We'll definitely book again, thank you 😊
Heidi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet stay

Very nice and quiet hotel with lovely and friendly staff. We enjoyed the nice temperature swimming pool and the outside playing area.
Balazs, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property was quaint and pleasing. The breakfast was wonderful and delicious.
Bruce, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff

Nice hotel which suited a need for a simple bed for night. However the staff were over and above for service. Everyone was really friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Tania, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel set in horgeous grounds Staff so helpful and kind. Helped us with buses, taxis and places to go. Cannot fault staff at all. Would love to stay again.
JUNE, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay, friendly staff, clean and tidy :)
shaan, 2-night trip