You may cancel free of charge until 16:00 one day before arrival. If you cancel after 16:00 one day before arrival, the cancellation fee will be the cost of the first night. If you don't show up, the no-show fee will be the same as the cancellation fee.
Prepayment
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
No prepayment is needed.
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast
US$23
(optional)
We have 6 left
US$226
per night
US$799
US$679
Original price
US$799
Current price
US$679
Original price
US$798.55
Late Escape Deal
- US$119.78
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$678.77
US$226 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property
In a quiet village setting, just off the A12, outside the ancient Roman town of Colchester, this modern hotel offers great value with free parking and an indoor pool.
Close to junction 26 of the A12, the Holiday Inn Colchester has a convenient location, only 5 km from the very heart of Colchester, the oldest recorded town in Britain. London Stansted Airport is only a 40-minute drive away.
Rooms have an HD flat-screen TV, with Wi-Fi internet available at an extra charge. All rooms are located on the first floor of the hotel and are en suite with a shower over the bath. Children under 12 years of age stay and eat for free.
The hotel's own on-site health club has an indoor pool, a gym, a sauna, a steam room and a spa.
The hotel offers 24-hour room service. The restaurant and bar serves traditional British dishes and international cuisine.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go
Free parking available at the hotel
Loyal customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Availability
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Netaji
United Kingdom
“Every little care taken on even the smallest needs”
Borrit
Netherlands
“Room was spacious, great shower, good bed with firm pillows.”
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Alice
United Kingdom
“We went for a wedding anniversary. All of the staff were absolutely brilliant”
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Penelope
United Kingdom
“The venue was perfect. The help and service we received were excellent. The room was clean and very well designed.
We slept really well, and it was very quiet, which helped to ensure an excellent night.
I can only thank Joseph (reception), who...”
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Emma
United Kingdom
“Lovely large hotel, nice bar and outside area, staff helpful. Large room, very comfortable bed and excellent shower”
Oldbiker*graham
Gibraltar
“We stayed here to attend my nieces wedding a few miles away, there was plenty of parking at the venue and if you drive electric, there are charging points available. Check in was slick and professional, the young man on reception was very pleasant...”
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Aileen
United Kingdom
“I like how accomodating the staff during our stay and very helpful despite of the wrong booking that we did.”
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Caroline
United Kingdom
“Nice clean room. Good breakfast . The lady who looks after setting the tables in wonderful so helpful and welcoming”
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Cherri
United Kingdom
“Lovely staff, great service, lovely food, our room was very comfortable and clean
Would stay again!”
Seany
United Kingdom
“Very clean room and linen, excellent breakfast, great bar service.”
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. That's about US$67. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
Cash is not accepted
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
All children under 12 years old eat for free.
We are pet friendly, we only accept dogs, no other animals.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
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United Kingdom“Every little care taken on even the smallest needs”
Borrit
Netherlands“Room was spacious, great shower, good bed with firm pillows.”
Oldbiker*graham
Gibraltar“We stayed here to attend my nieces wedding a few miles away, there was plenty of parking at the venue and if you drive electric, there are charging points available. Check in was slick and professional, the young man on reception was very pleasant...”
Seany
