- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay was exceptional given the current climate. The beds are very small for 2 adults but they were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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993 reviews
Guests rated this property 4.5/5 for cleanliness.
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Breakfast included
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
- Business Services
- Bar
Map
Birchwood Road, Colchester, England
Explore the area
Colchester Natural History Museum8 min drive
Flatford Mill12 min drive
Colchester Castle Park16 min drive
London (STN-Stansted)46 min drive
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Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (With Sofa Bed)
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Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (With Sofa Bed)
4.5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 19 sq m
- Sleeps 4
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 4Max adults: 4Max children: 3
Room details
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
19 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink – Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep – Blackout drapes/curtains and linenBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, a hairdryer and towels
Practical – Safe, double sofa bed and sofa bed; free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Air conditioning, heating and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityRoom, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking
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Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking
4.7/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 19 sq m
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
Room details
2 Single Beds
19 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink – Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep – Blackout drapes/curtains and linenBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, a hairdryer and towels
Practical – Sofa bed, safe and free newspaper; free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Air conditioning, heating and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Standard Room, Non Smoking
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Standard Room, Non Smoking
4.6/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 19 sq m
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
Room details
1 Double Bed or 2 Single Beds
19 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink – Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep – Blackout drapes/curtains and linenBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, a hairdryer and towels
Practical – Safe, double sofa bed and sofa bed; free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Air conditioning, heating and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Wheelchair)
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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Wheelchair)
4.1/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 24 sq m
- Sleeps 2
Room information
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
Room details
1 Double Bed
24 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink – Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle
Sleep – Blackout drapes/curtains and linenBathroom – Private bathroom, shower, a hairdryer and towels
Practical – Safe, double sofa bed and sofa bed; free cots/infant beds available on request
Comfort – Air conditioning, heating and daily housekeeping
Need to know – No rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
The price per-night is based on the lowest price found within the past 24 hours for the next 30 nights. All prices exclude taxes and fees and are based on a 1-night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
About this area
Colchester
Holiday Inn Express Colchester is located in Colchester. Ipswich Waterfront and Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Colchester Golf Club and Chantry Park. Colchester Zoo and Jimmy's Farm are also worth visiting.
Visit our Colchester travel guideWhat's nearby
- Colchester Natural History Museum - 8 min drive
- Flatford Mill - 12 min drive
- Colchester Castle Park - 16 min drive
- Colchester Castle Museum - 17 min drive
- Colchester Town Hall - 18 min drive
Getting around
- Colchester Hythe Station - 8 min drive
- London (STN-Stansted) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
- Where to eat
- The Great Room – Restaurant offering British cuisine. Serves breakfast and dinner.
About this property
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
No on-site parking available
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily
1 restaurant
1 bar
Family friendly
Dry-cleaning service
Free cots/infant beds
Laundry facilities
Sofa bed
Conveniences
Lift
Free newspapers in reception
Front-desk safe
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Languages spoken
English
Lithuanian
Polish
Russian
Spanish
Business services
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
Accessible bathroom
In-room accessibility
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Smoke-free property
TV in reception
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free cots/infant beds
Heating
Linens
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
26-inch flat-screen TV
TV channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free newspapers
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in between 2:00 PM and 1:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out
Special check-in instructions
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots (infant beds)
Payment types at the property
Important information
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.
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.
- No on-site parking is available.
- This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
- Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.
- Social distancing measures are in place; an acrylic shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitiser.
We should mention
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
Frequently asked questions
Guest reviews
4.5
Cleanliness
4.3
Service and Staff
3.9
Amenities
4.3
Property condition
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Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Good
Check in was very good and the overall stay was very good, more hand gel is needed all over the place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value.
Although not central for Colchester it's only a 10-15 drive depending on traffic. Great value for money, lovely shower and breakfast included. Our 2nd stay due to home renovations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020