Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings
Brayford Wharf North, Lincoln, LN1 1YW
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln
Directly overlooking the waterfront and boasting views of Lincoln Cathedral and Castle from the back, this modern hotel is within easy reach of businesses, shop... more
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| Hotel Details | Hotel Reviews | How to Book & Cancel |
8/10 Overall rating
| Category | Average Rating |
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| 8/10 | Check-in process |
| 8/10 | Your room |
| 7/10 | Working order of facilities / equipment |
| 8/10 | Order and cleanliness of the hotel |
| 8/10 | Performance of staff |
| 8/10 | Overall experience |
| 9/10 | Overall value for money |
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Colin ( Mature couple)
from Bishop's stortford , GB on November 26, 2008
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on October 7, 2008
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Overall enjoyed the stay, room good, " (107937112)
receptions staff very efficient and friendly Room was very good - nice to have a twin room with two double beds - nice view of the marina
Rate was somewhat expensive Breakfast - we had to wait 15 mins for a table - did not appear to be enough staff or enough tables for the size of the hotel. Some food was cold - bacon and had to keep asking for additional items - eggs, serviettes for hot plates, cups for the coffee, butter etc.
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Thomas ( Mature couple)
from Byers green , GB on September 30, 2008
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"enjoyable and relaxing" (107740568)
we have no criticsm we would stay again.a map of access would be useful to guests
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on August 26, 2008
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"improve directions to hotel, last 400 meters" (107197762)
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on July 3, 2008
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"very good" (108025849)
Good central location
Unclear signs re: parking and entering the hotel as it is along the waterside.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on June 17, 2008
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Good" (97477218)
Staff were very helpful, efficient and courteous. Hotel is in a very good location.
My only criticism is that the cooked breakfast could have been hotter.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on June 17, 2008
Car parking charges for weekend customers
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Jane ( Mature couple)
from Manchester , GB on May 8, 2008
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"A hotel in a good location with good facilities. The room was comfortable, the breakfast was reasonable and the staff were helpful." (97994520)
The room was a good size and light and the bed was also a good size. It was very clean and well maintained.
We needed an extra pillow - 3 between 2 people is slightly odd. I would have liked to open the window properly - health and safety gone OTT.
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on April 30, 2008
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Location is excellent for central Lincoln and the Brayford area. Need good shoes to make it all the way up the steep hill! Parking very well priced and easy access - beware the one way system in the car park is the wrong way round. All usual large hotel facilities available." (97605092)
Convenient location amongst bars and restaurants, but not disturbed by the noise
We had an Executive room, but the sound proofing was not as good as I would have hoped as we were distrubed by everyone coming in later than us.
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Joanna ( Mature couple)
from London , GB on March 26, 2008
Friendly staff, convenient location, large room, very comfy bed, good breakfast ... a very good hotel in general.
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Julie ( Young couple)
from Treorchy , GB on March 18, 2008
I liked everything at the hotel. The friendliness of the staffwas just brilliant.The bar staff on Friday night was second to none.
I did find when there was a crowd booking in on Saturday, i wanted to ask a question but could'nt interupt the girl on the desk and there was no-one else around
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Karen ( Young couple)
from Norwich , GB on March 11, 2008
Excellent hotel. Well situated, very clean, excellent breakfast,friendly staff.
Very long queue to check out on the Saturday morning.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on January 24, 2008
The accomodation was fine - spacious and pleasant and near to the facilities.
The hot breakfast was very poor - the food had been setting around for far too long. If there are relatively few guests - eggs in particular could be cooked on demand.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on January 15, 2008
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"The Holiday Inn Lincoln's Website is inaccurate and even possibly dishonest, I booked this Hotel because the website stated that the Hotel had smoking rooms but in fact is totally Non-Smoking however the No Smoking rule only applies to guests and not to staff if the smoking smells in the lower corridors is anything to go by. The Hotel lobby is very small with no seating. I feel that this Hotel is over priced for what it provides. I will not consider using this particular Hotel again." (97599235)
Good location, spacious room
Heating unit very noisy and pulled in cooking cooking and smoking smells from outside. One of the 2 chairs in the room was stained and wet
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on January 9, 2008
Central location, easy parking. Staff very friendly and hotel had a relaxed atmosphere. I like the television volume speaker in the bathroom.
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Anonymous ( Solo leisure traveller)
on December 11, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"On arrival there was no record of my booking and the receptionist had to go out the back for a few mintues to check the emails and confirm my resevation. The concrete stairs were only carpeted to the first floor. Very expensive for what was." (97510409)
Central location, quiet.
Having to pay extra for parking, shower gel ran out half way through my shower, breakfast was a bit disorganised. No seperate shower and mold around the plug hole in the bath.
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Terry ( Mature couple)
from Blakeney , GB on December 4, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"The desk staff were so busy at check in that I was not asked which (complimentary) newspaper we wanted and we never did get a newspaper. Decor old fashioned (very American) and breakfast poor. It was adequate but I would expect better for the price. After all we were in Lincoln not London!" (97345880)
Comfortable bed, decent bathroom, nice view
Hotel decor is stuck in the 1970's. Bar area with TV screen and games machines very downmarket. Breakfast was poor (just like America) and organised for the convenience of staff. Not enough fresh fruit, muesli had sugar added. Why?
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David ( Solo leisure traveller)
from Near swindon , GB on April 18, 2007
Excellent location and very friendly and helpful reception staff/duty management. Breakfast was excellent with stunning views across the Wharf to the University.
NOT the fault of the hotel but the road signs in the city centre of Lincoln leave you at a T junction with a pedestrianised area, marked No Access for Vehicles - Access Only. You actually have to drive through the area to gain access to the hotel car park.
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Deborah ( Young couple)
from Rotherham , GB on November 7, 2007
location
shower did not work, toilet kept flushing itself, even in the middle of the night. called reception to report and got no reply. stayed on 03.11.07 in room 310.
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Anonymous ( Family with older children)
on October 31, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Staff were very polite. Room and bathroom in very clean condition. Hotel is in the heart of lincoln close to centre, university and waterside. Overall very satisfied and will chose again in the future." (97539714)
clean and comfortable
noise from above
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Terence ( Solo business traveller)
from Skegness , GB on March 27, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"This is an excellent hotel, as is to be expected of a 'Marriot' Disabled parking was available near the front door and plenty of ramps to aid the wheelchair bound. I found the restaurant food excellent but rather over-priced. The cost of snacks and room service was also high. I would have thought that with so many eateries in the area the hotel could be more competative. I will eat out in future!" (99168831)
Excellent and DISABLED FRIENDLY. I was on the ground floor but there were plenty of lifts if needed.
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Susan ( Other)
from Retford , GB on October 23, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"The sat nav took us to the wrong end of the road and then we had to hit a dead end and ask people for how to get around to the car park. It may be good to have directions for parking or state that sat navs take you to wrong end of one way street. We had an excellent stay and intend to return again Thanks" (97138963)
The view of the Wharf from the window The twin room having 2 double beds - excellent
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on October 5, 2007
It was modern, everything worked and the bed was big.
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Michael ( Mature couple)
from Montrose , GB on September 29, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel employed staff of a very high calibre. They were willing to help if required. Very positive and confident in tasks they were undertaking. Location was perfect. Rooms very clean. Will definitely book this hotel again if visiting the area." (97807604)
On entering the room it was noticeable that time had been taken to make sure that the room was very clean and tidy. There was nothing missing from the room that I would have wanted. It felt very homely instead of a box with a bed. The bed was of a high standard which allowed a good nights sleep. One of the few hotels I have stayed in that had a decent shower with a decent water pressure.
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Nigel ( Mature couple)
from Dudbridge stroud , GB on July 6, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Great location - good value city centre parking. Easy to find. Lively atmosphere within the marina with good choice of bars & restaurants but still quiet & peaceful at night. Whole area looks newly refurbished" (99806616)
Nice room - great views over marina
Windows had restricted opening
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on October 28, 2006
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel was very good, and we were pleasantly surprised at the location, as it overlooked the water." (99141695)
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Ben ( Young couple)
from Barnsley , GB on June 28, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"The overall stay at the Holiday Inn Lincoln, was one of a very pleasant nature. The staff were very friendly and helpfull at all times, none of the large hotel chain surly type here. The hotel is in a great location for visiting lincoln, very close to the restaurants and bars on the marina, and a two minute - 500 yards walk into the town centre where a abundance of all manor of shops and bars can be found, and still only a leisurely 15 minute walk into the magnificent cathedral quater. Although situated in a lovely part of town along side the marina, its a rather expensive hotel at " (99956269)
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Arthur ( Mature couple)
from Penzance , GB on June 27, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"This was one of the best hotels that I have stayed in. The accommodation was 1st class, as was the food. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Checking in and out couldn't have been easier. I hope to go there again and will definitely recommend it to friends!" (99902700)
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Erich ( Mature couple)
from Lincolnshire , GB on June 13, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Lovely place, awkward to find & it seems you cannot drive to hotel directly untill you know to drive on paved area.oon However all staff were excellent, friendly & really helpful. We will be back soon" (99973446)
staff excellent
not enough info how to find hotel
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Anonymous ( Group of adult friends)
on June 10, 2007
The rooms with 2 double beds were lovely
There was no bacon at breakfast or fried eggs!!!
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on June 7, 2007
Comfortable bed.
Window hinged with chain so would open only so far which was fair enough but it would not stay open so it had to be closed. There was no toilet brush in the bathroom and only one bath mat (we were two people).
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on May 10, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Good Breakfast, friendly staff" (99591496)
Generally Clean and modern
Material furniture a little grubby
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on March 29, 2007
Nice room. Good location. Lovely views from the window. Good breakfast
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Anonymous ( Solo business traveller)
on March 26, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"No bread with dinner No morning newspaper" (99546792)
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Anonymous ( Solo leisure traveller)
on January 31, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Excessive check in time Billing errors in restaurant and at reception" (99500146)
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Simon ( Young couple)
from Cambridge , United Kingdom;GB on January 25, 2007
Friendly staff; nice room; very comfortable large bed
Paying for car parking
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Anonymous ( Group of adult friends)
on January 25, 2007
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Rooms with view excepional Rooms spacious Good choice at breakfast" (99127464)
Good sized rooms
No view of Marina in initial room
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Carole ( Mature couple)
from Harrow , United Kingdom;GB on August 27, 2006
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Hotel is very well situated for both sightseeing and shopping - there is parking on site and very easy access to the city by foot." (3304793555)
Modern, comfortable room.
Very poor breakfast - buffet looked very tired and had little variety and eggs which were ordered arrived overcooked.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on August 23, 2006
Well equipped & spacious. Convenient for city centre - superb location on the waterfront
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on August 23, 2006
kingsize bed
Room not very big. poor view. no dressing table. not enough electrical sockets for hair appliance.Bottle of water very expensive.
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Paul ( Mature couple)
from Chingford , United Kingdom;GB on August 22, 2006
Convenient location, friendly helpful staff.
Rooms are a bit tired, fair value for money.
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Lesley ( Mature couple)
from Birmingham , United Kingdom;GB on August 16, 2006
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"There is very little I can add regarding the Hotel above what comments are on the Internet. I can confirm just how nice the Hotel is though, but during the week most guests I would say are on business, this maybe why the Hotel is expensive for nightly rates, I have stayed in better Hotels with much better rates than here. The Hotel is located in a very pleasant location, and is clearly marked by road signs through the City centre, without which I doubt you would locate the Hotel." (3305067520)
Modern, Clean, Location, Facilities, Staff, Breakfast.
Expensive, Carpark charge, Very hard Bed.
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on August 7, 2006
clean, modern, frsh, friendly and courteous staff
nothing!
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Jason ( Same sex couple)
from Sixfields , United Kingdom;GB on August 7, 2006
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"I have to say that the young lady that greated me on reception when i was booking in and when i checked out was very polite/ helpful and professional, she is an asset to the company. I believe that the overall experience of a guest stay starts with the first impression when walking into the hotel and being greeted by staff. Have good/polite/helpful and professional staff and as a hotel you will have very happy guests/customers. Thankyou for such a lovely enjoyable stay. Jason Brotherton" (3305149159)
Theroom was excellent and the bed was extremely comfortable, i had one of my best nights sleeps away from home
There is nothing i disliked about my stay, overall and to put it in a nut shell it was excellent
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Susan ( Mature couple)
from Skegness , United Kingdom;GB on August 2, 2006
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"We had an excellent stay overall at this hotel. We paid the extra for a superior room with guaranteed marina review and we weren't disappointed. Would definitely book this hotel again. If I was going to be picky it would be that a mini fridge be provided in the room. Or at least have an ice machine on every floor. During our 2 night stay the one and only ice machine wasn't working and we were lucky enough to stay on the hottest July weekend ever recorded." (3304906688)
The size of the room and facilities. The location of the hotel.
No mini fridge in the room and the only ice machine wasn't working. It was a particularly hot weekend.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on July 25, 2006
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"No further comments to add" (3305026629)
Pleasant room with good view
Overpriced. Poorly staffed bar early evening. Charging residents for car parking
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Kenneth ( Mature couple)
from Long buckby , United Kingdom;GB on July 20, 2006
Location and view from room overlooking marina, and general ambience.
Having to pay
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Henry ( Mature couple)
from Derby , United Kingdom;GB on July 17, 2006
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"we liked the fact that we had a pass key for the car park but we were not told this when the booking was made. As a result, when we got there we thought we had to pay " (3304962833)
The room was very comfortable and we liked the fact that you could not hear anything from the outside within it.
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James ( Mature couple)
from Kingswood , United Kingdom;GB on June 19, 2006
Convenient to central Lincoln
Relative cost
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on June 15, 2006
Holiday Inn Lincoln, Lincoln - Reviews & Ratings"Light airy bedroom with good quality crisp cotton bedding. Staff were helpful and friendly. Hotel is located in an attractive marina just a short walk from the city centre. Secure parking has adequate spaces but unfortunately is charged for." (3304834952)
Location
Parking charges
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Although we knew it was part of the tariff,the extra charge for car parking would be more appropriate in a larger town or city. Clear directions to the hotel when booking would have saved us hassle when we arrived in the city.