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Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Chester Racecourse

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A bar area with shelves of bottles and glasses, a tap with a beer tap, and a security camera on the wall.
A modern interior with seating arrangements and large windows.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a breakfast bar. There are hanging lights and a sign indicating breakfast service.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A reception desk with two monitors, a water bottle, and a small container with pens.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 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 Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester City Walls
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(102 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Double Standard Single Sofa Bed Free Hot Breakfast

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

1 Double Standard Single Sofa Bed Free Hot Breakfast

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Double Standard with Free Hot Breakfast

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

1 Double Standard with Free Hot Breakfast

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Double Accessible with Free Hot Breakfast

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

1 Double Accessible with Free Hot Breakfast

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

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 - 0.2 km
  • The Rows of Chester - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chester Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chester Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chester City Walls - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Beer Heroes - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Slug & Lettuce - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Architect - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪the flower cup - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬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
  • Elevator
  • 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 12 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
  • Elevator
  • 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 12 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Chester - Racecourse by IHG on Aug 23, 2026 start from CA $116, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 12 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. 565 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1009 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location, lovely breakfast, comfortable rooms, clean and tidy and reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good and the parking was secure and a short walk from city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good, the hotel is very clean, the staff are excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel and handy for the town. Easy parking and a couple of EV chargers.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and breakfast. Recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get too, close to transportation, clean and a place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great, lots of choice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent staff, very comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, Good internet, good breakfast, very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Brilliant staff, clean rooms and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff - central Chester literally 10 minutes walk away
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members really friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay 2 or 3 times a year, usual great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Modris

Staff were really friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More vegetarian options in the breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable quiet room .Amenities great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sotirios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean Jim
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly helpful staff. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The business facilities were good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great WiFi, staff friendly and courteous. Breakfast was nice. Rooms were clean. Always a great place to stay for Chester’s city centre
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is decent of a buffet style. However the orange and apple juice doesn't taste the freshest. The room was clean and comfy and the bathroom was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good size room, reasonable breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel go above and beyond first time here would definitely recommend it and return soon thank you for a wonderful visit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025