Holiday Inn Express Colchester
3-star Hotel with Restaurant
Birchwood Road, Off Ipswich Road,A12 (Southbound Shell Garage), Colchester, CO7 6HX
+44 1206 321510based on 2,412 reviews
per night
About Holiday Inn Express Colchester, Colchester
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Property safety measures
Daily cleaning, increased availability of sanitation products.
Lobbies with safe social distancing.
Minimal contact with hotel personnel and other guests.
Hotel Amenities & Facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Coffee machine
- Business centre
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Free toiletries
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Air-conditioned
- Dustbins
Accessibility and suitability
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Disabled access
- Roll-in shower
- Lift
- Accessible by lift
- No smoking
- Toilet with grab rails
- Upper floors accessible by lift
- Designated smoking area
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Tea/coffee maker
- Kettle
- Coffee machine
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Vending machine (snacks)
General
- Family rooms
- Seating area
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Sofa
- Telephone
- Carpeted
- Storage available
Bathroom
- Shower
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Services and conveniences
- Business centre
- Safety deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Express check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Smoking rooms available
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Ironing service
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Shared lounge/TV area
- TV
Bedroom
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Wardrobe or closet
Parking and transportation
- Parking
- Private parking
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
- Safe
Family friendly
- Cribs available
- Complimentary breakfast
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
Reviews
Pros +
- "Friendly staff, big car park." (in 16 reviews)
- Clean tidy modern polite staff relaxed. (in 49 reviews)
- The usual Holiday Inn Express experience. (in 16 reviews)
Cons -
- The evening meal I had was terrible. (in 18 reviews)
- Stayed the one night sunday 21st. (in 30 reviews)
- Hard to find coming from colchester. (in 6 reviews)
Holiday Inn Express Colchester room booking info
Check in/Check out
Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00
Cancellation/pre-payment
Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Frequently asked questions
How does Holiday Inn Express Colchester compare to other 3-star hotels in Colchester?
3-star hotels in Colchester typically cost £119/night, but Holiday Inn Express Colchester is typically available for £64/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.
How far is Holiday Inn Express Colchester from London Southend?
Driving distance from London Southend to Holiday Inn Express Colchester and vice versa is 28.0 mi and the overall drive time is about 1h 23min. Driving time can vary based on the time of day and traffic.
What is the best way to get to Holiday Inn Express Colchester from London Southend?
Holiday Inn Express Colchester has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way not only to get from London Southend to the hotel, but also to get around Colchester during your stay may be to hire a car. Car hire in Holiday Inn Express Colchester are on average £22/day. A very popular option for travellers staying at Holiday Inn Express Colchester would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from London Southend directly to the hotel.
Are there food options at Holiday Inn Express Colchester?
There is a restaurant at Holiday Inn Express Colchester that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or order food to take away. Call the front desk at +44 1206 321510 for kitchen hours.
Does Holiday Inn Express Colchester have a pool?
Unfortunately, our data does not specify if there is a pool at Holiday Inn Express Colchester. We would recommend calling the hotel’s front desk to confirm. The phone number for Holiday Inn Express Colchester is +44 1206 321510.
How close is Holiday Inn Express Colchester to Colchester city centre?
When staying at Holiday Inn Express Colchester you are only 4.3 mi from the Colchester city centre. While making your way to the centre of Colchester, you should plan to visit East Anglian Railway Museum, along with all the shops and restaurants.
What is the phone number for Holiday Inn Express Colchester?
For assistance from an employee at Holiday Inn Express Colchester please call +44 1206 321510.
Does Holiday Inn Express Colchester have Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Colchester has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
What time is check-out for Holiday Inn Express Colchester?
You can plan to arrive after 15:00 for checking in. Check-out time is 11:00. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.
How much is a room at Holiday Inn Express Colchester?
Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for Holiday Inn Express Colchester at the moment between £47 and £78 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.
Is there laundry service in Holiday Inn Express Colchester?
Yes, laundry services are accessible for guests staying at Holiday Inn Express Colchester, Colchester. Ironing equipment e.g. ironing boards and irons are available as well.
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Holiday Inn Express Colchester location: Birchwood Road, Off Ipswich Road,A12 (Southbound Shell Garage), Colchester, CO7 6HX