When you stay at Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel in Colchester, you'll be near the airport and within a 5-minute drive of Colchester Zoo. This 4-star hotel is 6 mi (9.7 km) from University of Essex and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Birch Grove Golf Club.. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access and wedding services.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 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the propertyReservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. 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. The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; masks are required in public areas; reservations are required for some onsite facilities. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Enhanced food service safety measures are in place. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We're Good To Go (UK) and Clean Promise (IHG). This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Bureau Veritas (3rd party expert - Global). This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).Service animals are allowed. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions. Pets cannot be left unattended. Only dogs are allowed. Pets allowedIf you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. 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.. Professional property host/manager. Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas. LGBTQ friendly. Social distancing measures are in place. Property is cleaned with disinfectant. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer. Noise-free rooms not guaranteed. Staff wears personal protective equipment. Property follows regional sanitization guidelines We're Good To Go (UK). Cashless transactions are available. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Food service has been amended for enhanced safety. Essential workers only - NO. Contactless check-in is available. Masks are compulsory at the property. No cribs (infant beds) available. No rollaway/extra beds available. No elevators. Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG). Contactless check-out is available. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures. Contactless food service / room service is available. Individually-wrapped food options are available. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures. Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner. Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast. Reservation might be required for some facilities onsite. Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch. Property follows sanitization practices of Bureau Veritas (3rd party expert - Global). Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectantCarte Blanche, Visa, Diners Club, Debit cards not accepted, Cash not accepted, Discover, American Express, MastercardGrab a bite to eat at Traders Bar and Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 8 2023 to July 17 2023 (dates subject to change): Sauna Spa Spa tub Swimming poolFeatured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Colchester? This hotel has facilities measuring 1356 square feet (126 square meters), including a conference center. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 110 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Colchester Zoo - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi Birch Grove Golf Club - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi Manifest Theatre - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi High Woods Country Park - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi Colchester Golf Club - 6.4 km / 4 mi Firstsite - 6.4 km / 4 mi Dutch Quarter - 6.4 km / 4 mi Colchester Castle Park - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi Headgate Theatre - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi Tenpin Bowling Colchester - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi Colchester Arts Centre - 7 km / 4.3 mi Jumbo Water Tower - 7 km / 4.3 mi Mercury Theatre - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi Colchester Town Hall - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi Tymperleys Clock Museum - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi The nearest airports are: Stansted Airport (STN) - 47.6 km / 29.6 mi London (SEN-Southend) - 60.1 km / 37.3 mi The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel is Stansted Airport (STN).Near Colchester ZooBusiness property, Pet-friendly property, Spa property, Family property