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Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Chester Racecourse

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Free daily full breakfast
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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The Racecourse, New Crane Street, Chester, England, CH1 2LY
  • Chester Racecourse
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Chester City Walls
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Chester Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (Free Hot Breakfast)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(71 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chester

City center stay.With a stay at this Chester hotel, you'll be steps from Chester Racecourse and within a 10-minute walk of Chester City Walls. The Rows of Chester and Dewa Roman Experience are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Chester Racecourse - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chester City Walls - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chester Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Chester - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chester Zoo - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bache Station - 4 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chester Racecourse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beer Heroes Chester - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Watergates Wine Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Architect - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Custom House Inn - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG

3-star hotel near Chester Racecourse
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 192 square feet (17 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Chester hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 97 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 192 sq ft of conference space
  • 17 sq m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG offers 97 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

This Chester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 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
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG is 5.1 mi (26-min drive) away from the Chester (CEG-Hawarden) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG to downtown Chester?

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG is 0.3 mi away from Chester.

Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 550 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1008 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

caroline

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service

Short Trip

Comfortable, handy location for centre, OK breakfast. Staff very nice. Free hot drinks at any time. Room and bathroom clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with group
Always enjoy a trip to this hotel ,well situated ,plus car park ,although you have to pay a charge ,which was always free ,but it won’t stop us using this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend away

We came for weekend break which we enjoyed the hotel was of vey good quality it had everything we needed and location was ideal
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liz and team were excellent hosts.bery friendly staff and ensured everything was ok. Lovely hotel but the noise from the road is loud as very busy road if room if facing this way.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Racecourse view

Fantastic value, comfy clean rooms. Wonderful buffet style breakfast. Free tea and coffee from the minute you arrive.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is just a 5 minute walk into town with parking that is £10 a night, the only downside side is the walls are thin and if you’ve got a neighbour whose got their tv on loud , like I did, you’ll get no sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No issues other than no meals available for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff Clean comfortable room Lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the centre of Chester, which is why we chose it, clean throughout and the staff were helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was nice and comfy an enjoyed breakfast and the stay overall
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamid

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in a good position. Lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sonia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025