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About the Hotel

Abbotts Lane - Eight Ash Green, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO6 3QL

“The hotel is conveniently situated near the A12, making it easy for quick getaways while still feeling cozy.”view full review

Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg is a modern 4-star hotel known for its indoor pool and You Fit Colchester Health Club. Families benefit from the Kids Stay and Eat Free program, making this a favorable choice for travelers with children.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Holiday Inn Colchester include modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests can choose from various configurations, including family rooms with sofa beds, ideal for accommodating children.

Dining Options

Dining options feature the Traders Bar and Grill, serving a buffet breakfast and modern British cuisine for lunch and dinner. The informal atmosphere caters to both families and single travelers, with a selection of beverages available.

Leisure & Wellness

Leisure facilities at the hotel include an indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, and steam room. Guests can also enjoy a jacuzzi or treat themselves to beauty treatments available upon request.

Business & Local Attractions

The Holiday Inn Colchester accommodates business needs with five air-conditioned meeting rooms, hosting events for up to 120 people. The hotel also offers free parking and easy access to public transportation, with local attractions like Colchester Zoo 3.5 km away.

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Choose your room type

The hotel 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

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

13 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Premium Room Two Single Beds

2 persons

14 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room Sofa Bed

2 persons

13 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Colchester 4.7 km

Airports

London Stansted (STN) 47.5 km

London Southend (SEN) 59.8 km

Train

Colchester Town Railway Station 5.6 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxing Pool Time

“The swimming pool was perfectly warm and inviting, making it a joy to unwind after a long day.” view full review

Delicious Dinner

“The restaurant served exquisite dishes that were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious, truly elevating our dining experience.” view full review

Thoughtful Amenities

“The hotel provided excellent accessible options, making it easy for everyone to enjoy the facilities comfortably.” view full review

Fun for Kids

“The hotel had a fantastic children's area with plenty of toys, providing a great way to entertain the kids during our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
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

Location

Abbotts Lane - Eight Ash Green, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO6 3QL

Map view

Abbotts Lane - Eight Ash Green, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO6 3QL

City landmarks

Zoo

Colchester Zoo

3.5 km

Landmark

All Saints

620 m

Landmark

Iolare Memorial

1.6 km

Landmark

Iron Latch

990 m

Church

Parish Church of St Albright

1.1 km

Landmark

Stanway Evangelical Church

1.2 km

Church

St Michael & All Angels Church

2.2 km

Landmark

Springwood Sun Club

2.2 km

Landmark

Lexden Methodist

2.0 km

Landmark

Assembly of God Praiseway

2.0 km

Landmark

Catholic Church Of St Teresa Of Lisieux

2.2 km

Landmark

Lexden Earthworks

2.2 km

Landmark

Kingsland Church

2.3 km

Church

Church of St Margaret and St Catherine

2.7 km

Landmark

Gosbecks Archaeological Park

3.3 km

Church

Church of St Leonard

2.7 km

Golf Course

Lexden Wood Golf Club

3.2 km

Church

Church of St Michael and All Angels

2.8 km

Landmark

West Bergholt

2.9 km

Landmark

Water Trough Frederick Joshua Richardson

2.7 km

Landmark

St Mary the Virgin

3.0 km

Church

The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints

2.9 km

Landmark

English Heritage

2.9 km

Landmark

Lexden Earthworks and Bluebottle Grove

3.0 km

Landmark

Copford Green

3.2 km

Landmark

Lexden Tumulus Iron Age barrow and associated cemetery area

3.2 km

Church

St Mary's West Bergholt

3.0 km

Nearby

All Saints

620 m

Restaurants

Harvester Stanway

1.3 km

186 London Road Stanway

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

Isaac

United Kingdom, March 2025

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the dining experience fell short as the breakfast was often cold and the dinners lacked quality. Overall, it feels like the hotel still has some areas to improve on, especially regarding food service and menu quality.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable with a pleasant view.

Service

7.0

The staff was generally helpful and attentive, particularly during breakfast.

Location

6.0

Conveniently located near main roads, although the noise from the nearby train line was disruptive.

Dining

5.0

The quality of the food was disappointing; both breakfast and dinner lacked proper temperature and flavor.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel has decent facilities, but they are let down by the dining quality.

Naomi

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.2/10

Our stay at this hotel had its ups and downs. While we enjoyed the spacious and clean rooms, we faced comfort issues with the bedding which made for a restless night. The service was decent overall, with moments of helpfulness, but the dining left much to be desired. The location is convenient for visiting local attractions, but the hotel itself seemed to have some areas lacking maintenance.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were spacious and well-stocked with amenities like complimentary water and snacks. However, the bedding was uncomfortable and led to poor sleep quality.

Service

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently situated for visiting local attractions like Abberton and Fingringhoe Nature reserves, making it perfect for our family trip.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was underwhelming; we had to wait too long to be seated, and the food options were not refreshed quickly enough.

Facilities

6.0

While some amenities like the gym and pool were satisfactory, the overall maintenance of the hotel's facilities felt lacking.

Camila

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. On the positive side, the quiet atmosphere and cleanliness of the rooms stood out, making for a comfortable stay. However, the dining experience left much to be desired, with long wait times and lackluster food quality. Additionally, the restaurant service was slow, which was frustrating. Overall, while there were highlights, particularly in accommodation, the dining aspect needs significant improvements to match the expectations.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were lovely and clean, providing a comfortable environment during my stay.

Service

5.0

The service was inconsistent; while some staff members were helpful, the dining experience was marred by slow service in the restaurant.

Location

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing due to long wait times and the quality of the meals did not meet expectations.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities, including the pool area, were well-maintained and enjoyable. However, the restaurant facilities were overcrowded and seemed underprepared for guest needs.

Rhys

United Kingdom, September 2024

6.6/10

Our stay at the hotel had its highs and lows. The room was clean and spacious, which was a plus, and we enjoyed the nice pool facilities. However, the dining experience left much to be desired, especially the breakfast that was lukewarm and poorly managed. Additionally, we faced delays with restaurant service, which was frustrating. Overall, while there were enjoyable aspects, the dining situation could seriously use improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The room we stayed in was clean and spacious, featuring a large shower with great water pressure. However, the bed wasn't as comfortable as I would have liked.

Service

5.0

The service had its moments. While some staff were friendly and helpful, the restaurant staff struggled to keep up with service demands, leading to long wait times.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location was decent, situated near local attractions, making it easy to plan our outings. However, it felt a bit far from the main attractions which was a bit inconvenient.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was quite disappointing as the food was lukewarm and there were issues with service. We waited too long for our orders, which affected our overall experience.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area was attractive and well-maintained, making our time there enjoyable despite the dining frustrations.