Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG

Hotel with bar/lounge, near Chester Racecourse

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Located in a shopping district, Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse offers a convenient retreat with free full breakfast, a bar, and 24-hour business center. Enjoy the nearby Chester City Walls or unwind on the terrace while staying connected with free in-room WiFi. Previous guests appreciated the helpful staff and central location.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$71 nightly
$85 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 5 of 5 rooms
Shower, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Wonderful
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Shower, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

Excellent
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Excellent
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Shower, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Excellent
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Exceptional
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
The Racecourse, New Crane Street, Chester, England, CH1 2LY

What's nearby

  • Chester Racecourse - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Rows of Chester - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chester Town Hall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Chester City Walls - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chester Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 26 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 43 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 46 min drive
  • Bache Station - 4 min drive
  • Ellesmere Port Station - 12 min drive
  • Chester Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandwich'd - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beer Heroes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Commonhall - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Architect - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cheezy Bandits - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Chester Racecourse and Chester City Walls. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Chester Zoo and Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet are within a short drive. The convenient parking and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 97 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 10 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (192 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This sports bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 10 per night

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 10 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG is in the heart of Chester, a short 2-minute walk from Chester Racecourse and 10 minutes' walk from Chester City Walls. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.

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Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was described as good quality, delicious, plentiful, and with a good choice of food. (105 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient, easy, and reasonably priced, with some guests noting it was a major advantage of the property's location. (33 reviews)
  • Wi-Fi signal was good and fast with no reported problems. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Tracey, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Noise first night people playing music next door. Moved rooms to a room with traffic noise outside which we didn't mind to much.
Kenneth, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

ネット環境が不安定で非常に使いづらかったです
MAKOTO, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stay 2 or 3 times a year, usual great service.
Dean, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

I was in room 314 first (the outside noise was bad, as if the windows were open), moved to 223 after and unfortunately it wasn't great either (outside noise ok, people slamming doors until early in the morning, our door was shaking every time, the TV kept making loud cracking noises all night - whilst being off, toilet wasn't properly clean - I can see either pee or spray splashes still on it, bathroom walls had hairs stuck, shower drain was very slow and the shower tap was leaking, stains on the carpets inside the room and cold in the room - the heater was very low power and no additional electric heaters available, cracked walls and full on spider cob above on the ceiling).Apart from that, internet was ok, the staff was nice and helpful. Breakfast: I wouldn't have it again (English breakfast with no tomatoes or mushrooms available...just beans, eggs, bacon and sausages).
Gabriela, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff.
Louise, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly & helpful staff. Shame there was no option for fried or poached eggs at breakfast. Comfortable room. A bit noisy early morning as our room faced busy road. Very convenient for walking into city centre and access to city walls
Philip, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great WiFi, staff friendly and courteous. Breakfast was nice. Rooms were clean. Always a great place to stay for Chester’s city centre
mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, very comfortable beds.
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff. Will stay again
Candice, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was clean staff were friendly. It was nice to be able to grab a tea or coffee in the lobby at any time. The location is excellent to hit the town Breakfast was ok, there was plenty of choice but the fact that the bacon, eggs, sausages etc were kept in warming pots after cooking made them not 'nice' i expect if we had got up earlier it would have been fresher. Would suggest more frequent rotation of the cooked elements would improve the quality and make it much more enjoyable Would stay here again
Jason, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Beds very uncomfortable
Lee, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant staff, clean rooms and good breakfast
Jason, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Room was really nice, everything we needed in there Breakfast was included in the price which was plentiful
Madeleine, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

When we arrived on the Sunday the staff couldn't be less helpful. I am a member at IHG and the first time we stayed here the receptionist made you feel very welcome but not this time. Different receptionist I should add. We arrived before check-in but were told no rooms were available which wasn't a problem and we were told point blank nothing until 2pm. Members don't get early check-in apparently, only 'Elite members'. When we returned we were issued our room which was fine except for only being able to access half a dozen channels on the tv. A member of staff offered to sort this out for us and came up to our room scanned a few channels on the remote and said sorry I can't help it's locked??? They did offer to change our room but we didn't want to wait around until 2pm the next day. When we asked if someone could sort out the remote the next morning we were told there was no-one onsite and that we had picked the worst week to book??? On the plus side the cleaning staff were great and the 2 guys on duty on Monday morning were much better and we couldn't fault them. We have been offered a discount which is very good of them but sadly we won't stay here again
Darren, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff friendly and helpful, room clean and comfortable, breakfast good
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good standard
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely perfect .Staff breakfast and the cleanliness all 5 star.
Carol, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly reception staff made check in easy, clean room and good breakfast
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was very nice
Rhodelia, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We always stay here when we visit our Daughter. Always extremely good all round.
Anne, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very clean with the staff being very attentive for most of the time.
Adrian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely helpful staff. Nice comfortable, clean room. Good walk in shower. Plenty of hot water and towels. Great self service breakfast. Complimentary drinks station with hot chocolate before bedtime!
MRS M T, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Well placed hotel. Less than 10 minute walk to bars, restaurants, shops etc. Plenty of parking spaces. Pleasing to the eye reception area with nice comfy seating on arrival. Small issue on checking in but the lovely Emma sorted it all out for us with the minimum of fuss. All staff were extremely friendly and always had a smile for everyone they came into contact with. Good breakfast. Would recommend.
Keith, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, they all make an extra effort, liked the Christmas Jumpers 😊👍
Stephen, 2-night trip