Holiday Inn Colchester welcomes guests with its convenient airport-adjacent location. Travelers start their day with breakfast at Traders Bar and Grill, unwind in the peaceful garden, or treat themselves to facials and massages at the on-site spa.
Located in Colchester, Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG is near the airport. Jumbo Water Tower and Colchester Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Birch Grove Golf Club and Colchester Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Colchester Zoo and Colchester Leisure World. Visit our Colchester travel guide
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a massage or a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Traders Bar and Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
An indoor pool
Free self-parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and massage treatment rooms
Wedding services, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 110 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Traders Bar and Grill
Things to do
Full-service spa
Health club
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Playground
Sauna
Steam room
Family friendly
Indoor pool
Playground
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
5 meeting rooms
Conference centre (1,356 square foot of space)
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Full-service spa
2 treatment rooms
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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2 floors
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
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Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.95 per person
Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?
As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG on 20 Mar 2026 start from Rp1.195.034, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG located?
Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Colchester Zoo, Colchester Leisure World, and Tenpin Bowling Colchester. Colchester Arts Centre and East Anglian Railway Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG Reviews
8.2
Very good
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Room was clean
Staff friendly
Breakfast poor
Parking good
Stephen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Dave
30 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were courteous and friendly. Room was comfy.
Dave
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room for a family
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
8 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All staff were courteous. The food in restaurant was good value. Breakfast VG. The room was clean, comfortable and fairly quiet. Will def stay here again if in the area.
The staff were amazing..so helpful and kind.
The room was clean and very well equipped. Onsite amenities very positive. Food was very well presented and a good choice at Breakfast.
My partner stay at hotels frequently both on UK and abroard. The Holiday inn was excellent for the money paid brilliant value for money .Thanks to the staff
Patricia
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Salvatore
7 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The receptionist Joey was very welcoming and warm. The restaurant staff were also really nice and attentive. Children eat for free.
Ist room smelt of body odur, and tge second room had unclean toilet roll in the bathroom, rooms definitely need updating. Good location for what we needed but tgats about it.