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.Show More
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Amenities
Private ParkingFree
EV charging station
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Bar
Restaurant
Smoking area
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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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3.9/5
Good
Great staff especially Charley
All 93 Reviews
Surroundings
Train: Colchester Railway Station
(8.5 km)
Train: Manningtree Railway Station
(8.6 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
4
Twin Room
2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
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6
Double Room with SofaBed
1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
Room Details
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9
Standard Room With Double Bed-Accessible
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
Room Details
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1
Standard Room
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Towels
Private toilet
Room Details
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Guest Reviews
3.9/5
Good
93 reviews
Verified Reviews
Cleanliness4
Amenities3.9
Location3.8
Service4
Average for similar properties in Colchester
Most Mentioned
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
pekUlia
June 4, 2024
Had a great stay at Holiday Inn Express Colchester amd the staff were very friendly and polite. Food was great too.
Central Oldham good hotel
March 5, 2024
Chosen for the price I was very pleasantly surprised at the service from the helpfulness of the receptionist to the breakfast prep guys and the cleanliness of the room. Tricky to find but a jewel of a hotel.
KawaiiMiko
August 28, 2023
Hello there I booked long time ago
But not sure if this hotel has cancelled my booking
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Private Parking
Free
EV charging station
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Bar
Restaurant
Smoking area
Conference room
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Business center
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
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. Reservation not needed.
Private Parking
Free
EV charging station
Front Desk Services
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
24-hour front desk
Express check-in and check-out
Languages Spoken
English
Czech
Polish
Romanian
Food & Drink
Bar
Public Areas
Elevator
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Vending machines
All rooms non-smoking
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Dry cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing service
Business Services
Conference room
Additional charge
Business center
Postal service
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Safety & Security
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Intruder alarm
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–24:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
To check-in, contact the property 1 day in advance
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Children between 0 and 17 years old can stay for free if no extra bed is needed.
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
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleBuffet, Boxed/packaged food
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy for Holiday Inn Express Colchester?
The cancellation policy for Holiday Inn Express Colchester varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Colchester?
Standard check-in time at Holiday Inn Express Colchester is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00.
What amenities and services are available at Holiday Inn Express Colchester ?
Holiday Inn Express Colchester offer top amenities and services include .
Does Holiday Inn Express Colchester provide breakfast?
Yes, Breakfast is offered at Holiday Inn Express Colchester. Breakfast option(s): Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian.
Can I bring my pet inside the Holiday Inn Express Colchester?
As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in Holiday Inn Express Colchester.
Can I smoke in Holiday Inn Express Colchester?
Holiday Inn Express Colchester provides a smoking area. Please contact the hotel for further information on the smoking policy in public areas and guest rooms.