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About the Hotel

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

Holiday Inn Colchester offers complimentary parking and an onsite You Fit Health Club. Guests can enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, and sauna, ensuring a complete wellness experience. The hotel includes seven flexible event rooms for meetings and functions, accommodating up to 120 people.

Rooms

The hotel has 110 rooms available, including family rooms with sofa beds suitable for children. Each room is equipped with a work desk, free WiFi, and a flat-screen TV for guest convenience. Guests can also request a range of pillows to enhance their sleeping experience.

Location

Located just off the A12 road, the hotel provides direct access to London and Ipswich. Historic Colchester, with shopping and restaurants, is a 10-minute drive away. Popular attractions such as Colchester Zoo and Mersea Island can be reached within a 30-minute drive.

Dining

Traders Bar and Grill serves a buffet breakfast and modern British cuisine, including classic dishes like fish and chips. The restaurant has a casual atmosphere, suitable for families and large groups. Kids aged 12 and under can eat for free when dining with their parents.

Family-Friendly Features

Children aged 17 and under stay for free when sharing their parents' room. Kids are offered free meals from the main menu when dining with an adult in any Holiday Inn onsite restaurant. The hotel also includes play areas and children's activities to keep younger guests entertained.

Highlights

Location: Direct access to London and Ipswich

Family Duration: Children eat free from the main menu

Dine: Onsite modern British cuisine at Traders Bar and Grill

Events: Seven flexible meeting rooms for up to 120 guests

Health: Indoor pool and You Fit Health Club available

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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
Standard Double Room
2 persons
13 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Premium Room Two Single Beds
2 persons
14 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room Sofa Bed
2 persons
13 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

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

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free 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 Trader's Bar and Grill, unwind in a welcoming atmosphere that embraces the essence of British dining. With options for hearty breakfasts and delightful dinners, it's an ideal retreat for families and travelers seeking both comfort and authenticity.
Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg Restaurant photo
Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg Restaurant photo
Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg Restaurant photo

Trader's Bar and Grill

British cuisine
Ambiance
Casual and family-friendly setting with a relaxing and informal feel, perfect for both solo travelers and family gatherings.
Key Offerings
Enjoy traditional dishes like classic fish and chips, along with special family deals including two large pizzas and drinks for togetherness. Kids aged 12 and under eat free when ordering from the main menu.
Reservation
No
Open for breakfast and dinner; specific hours may vary.

Location

Abbotts Lane - Eight Ash Green, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO6 3QL
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Abbotts Lane - Eight Ash Green, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO6 3QL
Nearby
All Saints
620 m
Restaurants
Harvester Stanway
1.3 km
186 London Road Stanway
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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
is available in 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
Questions of the users
About Holiday Inn Colchester By Ihg
Are children aged 12 and 13 allowed to stay in their own room at the hotel?
5 April 2024
Children aged 18 and younger must be accompanied by an adult to have their own room.
During a stay, will pool and restaurant facilities be accessible to guests?
15 April 2024
Guests are welcome to use the pool and restaurant facilities during their stay, although booking specific time or table slots may be necessary upon arrival.
Are the leisure and spa facilities available for use during the visit?
22 April 2024
Yes, all leisure facilities including the pool will be open for use during this time.
Is the hotel accommodating for pets such as small dogs, and are there any fees?
30 April 2024
Yes, the hotel is pet-friendly and charges a one-time fee of £40 for pets.
What hours are the spa facilities and swimming pool open?
1 May 2024
The spa and swimming pool are open daily, with hours from 6:30 am to 10:00 pm Monday to Thursday, 6:30 am to 9:00 pm on Friday, and 8:00 am to 8:00 pm on weekends.
What is the checkout time at the hotel?
3 May 2024
Checkout is at 11:00 am.
Can guests use the swimming pool facilities after they've checked out?
5 May 2024
Yes, the swimming pool can be used until 14:00 on the day of checkout.
Are there electric vehicle charging facilities available at the hotel?
10 May 2024
Unfortunately, the hotel does not have facilities for charging electric vehicles.
Can I bring two well-behaved dogs for an overnight stay? If so, what will be the cost?
15 May 2024
Yes, two well-behaved dogs can stay, with a charge of £10 per dog per night.
Is breakfast available at the hotel, and what are the serving hours?
20 May 2024
Breakfast is served from 6:30 am to 10:00 am, and guests are encouraged to book upon arrival.
How can a preference for twin beds be requested while booking a room?
25 May 2024
When booking a standard twin or double room, preferences for bed arrangements can be communicated, although it's subject to availability.

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