HOLIDAY INN COLCHESTER BY IHG - Your Premium Stay in Colchester, Essex
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About the Hotel
Abbotts Lane - Eight Ash Green, Colchester, CO6 3QL,
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Near Colchester Zoo
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Loved by Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg guests
swimming pool
steam sauna
good breakfast
easy parking
clean rooms
"Love the spa and pool - very clean and well equipped."
Claire from United Kingdom
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"The choice of food on the menu is great."
Sarah from United Kingdom
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"My daughter also loved the pool and the small play park."
Hayley from United Kingdom
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"Great hotel for the money paid."
lucia q from United Kingdom
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"Ideal location."
Christine from United Kingdom
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3-star family and business hotel near Colchester with free kids' meals and indoor pool
Health Club & Pool
The on-site You Fit Health Club offers an indoor swimming pool, a gym, a sauna, a steam room, and spa services. Guests also have access to a hot tub and a heated pool with a shallow end and pool cover. Fitness classes, yoga sessions, and a personal trainer are available, along with fitness and spa locker rooms.
Rooms & Pet-Friendly Policy
All rooms are located on the first floor of the hotel and include an en suite bathroom with a shower over the bath and an HD flat-screen TV. Pets are allowed, and the hotel provides pet bowls and access to outdoor grass areas. Rooms are non-smoking, and family rooms are available with options for connecting doors and sofa beds.
Dining & Bar
The on-site Traders Bar and Grill serves traditional British dishes and international cuisine, with a full breakfast buffet offered each morning. Kids aged 12 and under eat for free when accompanied by an adult, with up to two children per adult receiving complimentary meals. Room service is available 24 hours, and the bar offers a selection of wine, champagne, and special diet menus.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is set in a quiet village just off the A12, 5 km from the centre of Colchester. London Stansted Airport is a 40-minute drive away, and free parking with electric vehicle charging stations is available. Nearby attractions include Colchester Zoo, Dedham Vale, and Clacton Pier, with staff offering personalised local recommendations.
Business & Events
Flexible meeting and event rooms accommodate up to 120 attendees, with catering and banquet facilities on site. Business services include fax and photocopying, and the hotel provides a 24-hour front desk with express check-in and check-out. The quiet A12 location allows easy road access to major cities and Sizewell C power station, 50 miles northbound.
Highlights
Health Club: Indoor pool, gym, sauna, steam room, and spa
Kids Eat Free: Up to 2 children under 12 eat free per adult
Location: 5 km from Colchester, 40 min from Stansted Airport
Pet-Friendly: Pets allowed with pet bowls and outdoor access
Business: Meeting space for 120 with catering
Parking: Free on-site with electric vehicle charging
“The welcoming staff create a genuinely hospitable atmosphere, while the comfortable rooms and attentive service make for a pleasant stay. I particularly noted the well-maintained leisure facilities, promising a relaxing dip after a day's activities.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Ukessex
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Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Twin Room Disability Access
2 persons
15 m²
2 Single beds
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Standard Double Room
2 persons
13 m²
1 Double bed
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Standard Room Two Single Beds
2 persons
13 m²
2 Single beds
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Facilities
Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.3/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Golf course
Yoga class
Sports trainer
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Indoor swimming pool
Garden area
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Shallow end
Room features
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Sink
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite
At Holiday Inn Colchester, indulge in the vibrant offerings of the onsite Restaurant. With a focus on British and international dishes, this family-friendly venue welcomes guests to savor delicious meals throughout the day in a traditional yet informal setting.
Restaurant
British and International
Ambiance
Family-friendly atmosphere with traditional features, perfect for both solo travelers and family gatherings.
Key Offerings
Enjoy modern British staples like fish and chips, as well as options for various dietary preferences, including halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Families will appreciate the offer where up to two kids 12 and under eat free from the main menu.
Reservation
Not needed.
Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg Location
Abbotts Lane - Eight Ash Green, Colchester, CO6 3QL,
Explore Colchester
Local Highlights
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Colchester Zoo
35 minutes' walk
Home to over 220 species, the zoo offers amazing animal experiences and interactive exhibits, making it a family favorite.
Gosbecks Archaeological Park
35 minutes' walk
A historical site that showcases remains from the Iron Age, with informative displays to enhance your understanding of the past.
Jungle Adventure
25 minutes' walk
An indoor soft play center, perfect for families. A great way for kids to enjoy climbing, jumping, and sliding safely.
Lexden Wood Golf Club
35 minutes' walk
A scenic 18-hole golf course suited for all skill levels, ideal for relaxation and enjoying the outdoors.
Frankie and Bennys
17 minutes' walk
A family-friendly American-Italian diner offering a diverse menu. Reservations are recommended, with options for all diets.
Local Bars and Pubs
5 minutes' drive
Various local bars offer a lively atmosphere with live music and games, perfect for a night out or casual evening.
Getting around
City Centre
Colchester 8 min · 4.7 km
Airports
London Stansted (STN) 72 min · 47.6 km
London Southend (SEN) 90 min · 59.9 km
Train
Colchester Railway Station 8 min · 4.8 km
Colchester Town Railway Station 9 min · 5.6 km
Bus
Bus stop 3 min · 200 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP16.95 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, French, Polish, Lithuanian, Latvian
Number of rooms:
82
Former name
holiday inn colchester, an ihg hotel
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1483 verified reviews
8.0 /10
Great
80 %
Recommend
Breakfast
8.3/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.4/10
Facilities
8.3/10
Free WiFi
8.5/10
Location
8.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.0/10
Staff
8.9/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Pros
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good food selection
Cons
Limited menu
Outdated pool area
Guest reviews
based on 2842 reviews
8.2/10
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