Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG

4.0 star property

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Marina View | View from room
Meeting facility
Exterior
Property amenity
Restaurant

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Brayford Wharf North, Lincoln, England, LN1 1YW
  • Place, University of Lincoln
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lincoln Cathedral
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Lincoln Castle
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hull (HUY-Humberside)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Brayford Wharf View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Lincoln

A stay at Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG places you in the heart of Lincoln, within a 15-minute walk of Lincoln Castle and University of Lincoln. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Usher Gallery and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lincoln Museum.

What's nearby

  • University of Lincoln - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lincoln Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lincoln Christmas Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lincoln Castle - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • LNER Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Lincoln Station - 8 min walk
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Depot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Burton Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Square Sail (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mailbox - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG

Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG offers 148 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Stay in one of 148 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
This smoke-free hotel was built in 1991.
Take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Lincoln? This hotel has 1546 square feet (144 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day)
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,546 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 16.95 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day (200 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Lincoln by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Catarina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
On arrival the receptionist was quite nonchalant and wasn’t interested in informing us about the facilities, breakfast timings ect. Talking about breakfast, we had pre-booked, but if you haven’t, a full breakfast costs £16.95. For that amount I would expect fresh ingredients, but it was quite obvious that some of the food was reheated from the day before… If you prefer a Continental breakfast for £9.95, there is no cheese or a selection of meats to choose from. Sorry, I’ve had much better breakfasts in other hotels! Room was nice and clean, but I found the mattress way too firm. My husband was ok with the firmness. We paid for parking for two nights and found when we arrived back at the hotel the second day, there was no parking spaces left. Although the hotel doesn’t guarantee parking, why take payment in advance?? So, off we went to the local multi storey car park. Not happy! The hotel’s location is great. Near to restaurants and the city centre is within a short walk. However, we won’t return. We will stay at the Holiday Inn Express instead, where we have stayed many times and never had any issues. Hilton Double Tree next doors is also very nice, so do yourself a favour and ignore this place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotlessly clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff on reception desk at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Dover

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

nice location was
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good comfortable stay and breakfast fabulous, but the best thing was all members of staff were lovely: they were helpful friendly as well as doing a hreat job.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely big room overlooking the harbour
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane, Chichester

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and attractive public areas. Great location with parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check-in. Room was a bit tired, however, bathroom was superb, I'd guess at recently refitted. Great location, car parking for £10 is bargain in Lincoln! Would visit again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room clean, but very dated. Bathroom modern with modern shower with lots hot water. Had to askfor room change as only tiny tiny window, in alcove in first room. Was staying over Xmas. Staff very professional and friendly. Came back early Boxing Day as car park filled up, I got the last place. When I asked, the receptionist told me I would get my money back if no parking spaces.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was fine. A couple of very small maintenance issues but it didn't cause any problems. Staff were so kind and attentive, especially in the restaurant. First time staying in this hotel and hopefully not the last
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eveitta

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was good. breakfast could be more healthier, Cable tv could be provided such Netflix etc. Fridge could be provided in the rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location walking distance to everything we wanted. Stated here twice will stay again, lovely comfy place and rooms very clean, very kind staff cannot fault anything. Xmas party nights here are great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Helene, Upminster

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are always helpful and friendly at this hotel. The service is consistent and rooms clean. Breakfasts are buffet style and are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All great will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous staff and modern building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

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

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
no it was filthy stains on the wall and radiator needed a good clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn't have breakfast there. Room was terrible dated and very basic and over a carpark but the worst of it all was the extremely uncomfortable springy bed. I don't expect to pay what we did for the rubbish bed we got I would let me dog sleep on it it was so uncomfortable Come home with a bad back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025