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Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

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

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Indoor pool
Children's play area - outdoor
Holiday Inn Colchester welcomes guests with its convenient airport-adjacent location. Travelers start their day with breakfast at Traders Bar and Grill, unwind in the peaceful garden, or treat themselves to facials and massages at the on-site spa.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

The current price is ￥9,815
￥11,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, 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 drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
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 | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Colchester, Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG is near the airport. Jumbo Water Tower and Colchester Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Birch Grove Golf Club and Colchester Golf Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Colchester Zoo and Tenpin Bowling Colchester.
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CO6 3QL, England, Colchester, Abbotts Lane, Eight Ash Green

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

  • Colchester Kelvedon Station - 9 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Upscale family-friendly hotel near the airport
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG. Treat yourself to a massage, a facial, or a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Traders Bar and Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and massage treatment rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk, wedding services, and 5 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 110 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers
  • HDTVs with digital channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM 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
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (1,356 square feet 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 carbon monoxide detector, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
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

Does Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

As of Oct 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG on Oct 5, 2025 start from ￥9,815, excluding 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 Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Colchester Zoo, Tenpin Bowling Colchester, and East Anglian Railway Museum. Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Natural History Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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