Holiday Inn Express Colchester
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Holiday Inn Express Colchester
A12 (Southbound Shell Garage, Birchwood Road Off, Ipswich Rd, Colchester, Essex, CO7 6HX, United Kingdom
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Amenities
Private parking
EV charging station
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
Conference room
Business center
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Property Description
A rural hotel near Colchester with free parking, free Wi-Fi and breakfast includedThe Holiday Inn Express® Colchester hotel is just off the A12, six miles from the town centre and 15 minutes' drive from Colchester station. Direct trains to London Liverpool Street take an hour. Stansted Airport (STN) is a 45-minute drive away. You can drive to the seaside villages of Clacton-on-Sea and Frinton-on-Sea in half an hour.Take the family to spot giraffes and elephants at Colchester Zoo, 15 minutes' drive from the hotel, or to admire the Roman ruins in Colchester town centre, six miles away. If retail therapy is more your style, you can browse the high-street stores at the town's outdoor Culver Square shopping centre.You can hold a meeting or an event for up to 38 guests in the hotel's three naturally lit meeting rooms. Wi-Fi is free, and you can take care of copying and printing in the business centre. If you're set for a long day, a working lunch can be provided to help you stay productive.To start the day, tuck into the inclusive Express Start Breakfast buffet, featuring bacon, scrambled eggs, sausages, baked beans and pastries. If you're feeling peckish, you can settle into the cosy leather chairs in the stylish Great Room lounge for a light meal. The bar is open until 1am, and you can enjoy a drink on the patio in good weather.
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8.0/10
Very GoodThe hotel has a beautiful environment. I often stay here
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Surroundings
Train: Colchester Railway Station
(8.5 km)
Train: Colchester Town
(8.5 km)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
5
Twin Room
2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
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10
Double Room with SofaBed
1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
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15
Accessible Room With Double Bed
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
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3
Standard Room
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews
8/10
Very Good
118 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.2
- Amenities7.6
- Location7.8
- Service8.4
Average for similar properties in Colchester
AI Summary
The location is tricky to find but appreciated by some. The breakfast offers a great variety. Guests praised the clean, comfortable rooms and friendly staff.
Guest User
June 17, 2025
I would have given a high score but the sheer noise, disruption and pure havoc caused by disgusting residents having fighting matches in the rooms and corridor close to our room made the stay horrible. The staff were great I trying to deal with terrible guests but the noise still continued and doors regularly slammed hard. Didn’t sleep well at all
Sidongfeidong@
May 29, 2025
The hotel has a beautiful environment. I often stay here
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Guest User
April 20, 2025
Transport not easy
clara siu
March 12, 2025
The front desk clerk was very friendly and the breakfast was rich. I was completely satisfied!
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Man Kit Marco
February 10, 2025
Good breakfast, free parking, staff are helpful with smile
Guest User
December 13, 2024
Great staff especially Charley
Fazeel
December 9, 2024
It’s been a wonderful. Staff was friendly and cooperative .
Highly recommended!
Guest User
June 29, 2024
Great hotel with good access to transportation. Clean facilities and friendly staff
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Private parking
Additional charge
EV charging station
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
Conference room
Additional charge
Business center
Multi-function room
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Bar
Restaurant
Conference room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, £8.00 (approx. NZD 17.90) Daily. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Additional charge
Car charging facilities
Business Services
Postal service
Multi-function room
Conference room
Additional charge
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Business center
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Express check-in and check-out
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Languages Spoken
Romanian
Polish
Czech
Food & Drink
Bar
Public Areas
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Water purifier
Elevator
Cleaning Services
Dry cleaning
Additional charge
Laundry service (on-site)
Ironing service
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Safety & Security
First aid kit
Intruder alarm
Smoke detector
Fire extinguisher
CCTV in public areas
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–24:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Free |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
Property Description
- Opened: 2010
- Number of Rooms: 101
A rural hotel near Colchester with free parking, free Wi-Fi and breakfast includedThe Holiday Inn Express® Colchester hotel is just off the A12, six miles from the town centre and 15 minutes' drive from Colchester station. Direct trains to London Liverpool Street take an hour. Stansted Airport (STN) is a 45-minute drive away. You can drive to the seaside villages of Clacton-on-Sea and Frinton-on-Sea in half an hour.Take the family to spot giraffes and elephants at Colchester Zoo, 15 minutes' drive from the hotel, or to admire the Roman ruins in Colchester town centre, six miles away. If retail therapy is more your style, you can browse the high-street stores at the town's outdoor Culver Square shopping centre.You can hold a meeting or an event for up to 38 guests in the hotel's three naturally lit meeting rooms. Wi-Fi is free, and you can take care of copying and printing in the business centre. If you're set for a long day, a working lunch can be provided to help you stay productive.To start the day, tuck into the inclusive Express Start Breakfast buffet, featuring bacon, scrambled eggs, sausages, baked beans and pastries. If you're feeling peckish, you can settle into the cosy leather chairs in the stylish Great Room lounge for a light meal. The bar is open until 1am, and you can enjoy a drink on the patio in good weather.