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

  • Free WiFi
  • 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
$61 nightly
$73 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
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

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 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)

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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.

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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 consistently described as good, plentiful, and delicious with a wide variety of options. (103 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient, easy, and reasonably priced, with some guests noting it was a major advantage of the property's location. (33 reviews)
  • Breakfast was fantastic for the price and there were plenty of eateries close by. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Good location, good size room, reasonable breakfast
Susan, 1-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff and fab breakfast 😊
Joanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great price for a great stay
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay once again
Tina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly and helpful staff, great location
Tracy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Both staff and room were excellent for the price.
Charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great value stay in a perfect location Decent breakfast Easy check in Great parking
emily, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, modern and great location
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Some of the guests were noisy but the hotel was nice
Deb, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room, and nice breakfast
Ka Lok, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good standard
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

Beds very uncomfortable
Lee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly and helpful; hotel excellent value for money with all inclusive breakfast; Good location just outside the city walls (5-10 min walk into town centre)
Keith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast lovely lots of choice, room clean but basic, plenty hot water. Warm and comfortable, staff pleasant Handy for Chester, could walk in to town, car park next door £ 10 per 24 hrs
Alison, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great loads variety for everyone.
Anthony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was good quality and delicious. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Room was lovely and clean.
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Emma, 2-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was amazing so much choice and the hot breakfast was piping hot. The staff were so friendly and helpful which was great as it was our first visit to Chester. The cleanliness and location of the hotel was spot on...would definitely recommend the hotel.
Lesley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast good and plentiful. Room was comfy and pleasant and clean. Service from front desk and restaurant was excellent
Guy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were superb went the extra mile for you and couldn’t fault the breakfast and the beverages brilliant well done
Daniel, 2-night trip