Holiday Inn Express Colchester By Ihg, Colchester
About the Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Colchester is a modern hotel situated just off the A12, providing convenient access to both the historic town of Colchester and nearby attractions. The hotel features 101 rooms designed for comfort, ensuring a pleasant stay for both business and leisure travelers. Notably, it is just a 14-minute drive from the award-winning Colchester Zoo, one of Europe's finest zoos. Additionally, guests benefit from amenities such as complimentary parking and breakfast.
Location
Located 9.5 km from Colchester town center, the hotel provides easy access to local attractions and historical sites. The A12 allows for convenient transportation to seaside villages like Clacton-on-Sea and Frinton-on-Sea, both reachable within a half-hour drive. Furthermore, London Stansted Airport is approximately 60 km away, with Colchester railway station offering direct trains to London Liverpool Street in under an hour.
Rooms
Each en suite room at Holiday Inn Express Colchester includes free WiFi, tea and coffee-making facilities, and power showers. Guests can choose between a comfortable double bed or twin beds, with optional sofa beds available. All rooms also feature a work desk, flat-screen TV, and a pillow menu for added comfort. Accessibility is addressed with specially designed rooms that include lower facilities and features for easier access.
Eat & Drink
The hotel offers an inclusive Express Start Breakfast buffet, featuring a variety of hot and cold items such as bacon, scrambled eggs, and baked goods. For lunch or dinner, guests can enjoy meals in the Great Room lounge, which provides a stylish setting to have a light meal or drink. The on-site bar remains open until 1 am, allowing guests to unwind with a pint or a glass of wine on the patio during pleasant weather.
Leisure & Business
Business guests can hold meetings or events in one of three naturally lit meeting rooms that accommodate up to 38 attendees. Facilities include free high-speed WiFi, a printer, and other office supplies. For leisure, guests can explore the on-site Digby Gallery featuring local art or take a day trip to nearby attractions such as the Beth Chatto Gardens or Colchester Zoo, both popular family destinations.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- In-room computer
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were lovely, very modern and spacious, with a great en suite and shower, but there were issues with cleanliness in the breakfast area. The service was friendly and approachable, though somewhat flustered at times. The location was convenient for driving to places but had some drawbacks like construction noise nearby. The dining options were limited, and there were discrepancies in the quality of items provided. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
My stay at the hotel was good overall. The room was comfortable and clean, but I was slightly disturbed by noise from the front entrance. The service was friendly and helpful. The location was convenient but not spacious. The dining experience exceeded my expectations. The facilities were more than adequate but the veg sausage roll was disappointing.
The hotel rooms were fantastic and comfy, very clean but looked messy. The service was excellent, hardworking, and polite, although there was a fire alarm incident at an inconvenient hour. The location was a bit difficult to find but had a nice village nearby for meals and free parking. The dining experience had some issues with the hot food choices, but overall was good. The hotel facilities were well-maintained and convenient.
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