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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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Sports bar, alfresco dining
Sports bar, alfresco dining
Exterior
Exterior
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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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 Chester Town Hall are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Chester Racecourse - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chester Town Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chester City Walls - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chester Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grosvenor Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandwich'd - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beer Heroes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Architect - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Commonhall - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Watergates Bar - ‬5 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.

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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
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.

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. 558 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1006 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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

8/10 Good

emily

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value stay in a perfect location Decent breakfast Easy check in Great parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast good and plentiful. Room was comfy and pleasant and clean. Service from front desk and restaurant was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only negative that I have with the hotel is having to pay extra for parking. The breakfast buffet was good with lots of choices, the room was clean. Close to sightseeing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean room and friendly staff. Breakfast was fantastic for price. Close to shops and restaurants. Double bed was a little small and could hear people next door and in corridor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

JF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were superb went the extra mile for you and couldn’t fault the breakfast and the beverages brilliant well done
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

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

10/10 Excellent

stewart

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ten pound parking charge on arrival was a big surprise,apparently it was mentioned on the site we booked with but was in such small letters we missed it just be aware this is a price per night. We have stayed here before and chose it because it was a five minute walk into the centre of Chester and it was just as good as our last visit. The staff from the carpark attendant, reception,cleaning and dining room where all great to deal with polite positive and very helpful. The hotel was well kept and the breakfast Had enough variety, the only thing letting it down was cold plates. Great place to stay for a few days the cathedral was wonderful and has a good cafe. The walk round the city walls was fantastic , the shambles is always a pleasure to walk round,so much history and fantastic buildings. We will be back to do the boat ride and all the other things we could not fit in on this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No fried eggs at breakfast the only negative.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

claire

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

Friendly staff

Clean room. Lovely breakfast. Friendly staff. Adjoining room with other family membrrs which was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very polite and friendly staff, very informative, ideal location for walking into the city, nice and quiet hotel, only downside was bed was hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the staff were friendly and helpful. we arrived early and they put our luggage in the back so we could explore until our room was ready. the room was clean and breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy. 5 mins ealk to vity centre, less to the city walls. Staff were polite and efficient and very willing to help. Overall, a very comfortsble and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

Lovely

Lovely hotel with friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good wi-fi , friendly and helpful staff and a short walk to the city centre and right next door to the horse racing .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
They do a excellent breakfast and the location is good only a short walk into the town.Our only complaint is the beds are only double size and the rooms were very warm but overall this is a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025