Title: Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin by IHG Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin by IHG Hotel in Changzhou with 2 restaurants and fitness centre ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/95e20a63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/ea910f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite, Multiple Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/67772842.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/48683ae7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/17f9a23a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nestled in the heart of Wujin District, Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin offers a tranquil retreat with a garden and playground. Savor Chinese cuisine at one of two restaurants or recharge with coffee at the cafe. The helpful staff have left guests feeling valued. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Bar - Housekeeping - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Room service £36 includes taxes & fees 17 Oct - 18 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 18 - Sept 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=2303702&PinnedHotelID=2303702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=2303702&PinnedHotelID=2303702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 19 - Sept 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=2303702&PinnedHotelID=2303702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=2303702&PinnedHotelID=2303702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2303702&PinnedHotelID=2303702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=2303702&PinnedHotelID=2303702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - 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393 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/eca1d227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Private bathroom Hairdryer Bathrobes - 393 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ![Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/fd585806.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Private bathroom Hairdryer Bathrobes - 393 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Suite, Multiple Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/6ffd0eb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, Multiple Beds ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Hairdryer - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ![Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/d8475113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/7b59f5f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/7ddffbd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Multiple Beds ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Private bathroom Hairdryer Bathrobes - 393 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ![Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/38df7abb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Club lounge access ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Private bathroom Hairdryer Bathrobes - 393 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Room, 2 Single Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/3fdae0cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Private bathroom Hairdryer Bathrobes - 393 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ![Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303702/420d15f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Club lounge access ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Mini-fridge LCD TV Pillow menu Private bathroom Hairdryer Bathrobes - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChangzhou-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Changzhou-Wujin.h2303702.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChangzhou-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Changzhou-Wujin.h2303702.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Wujin District, a neighbourhood in Changzhou, Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin by IHG is on the Strip. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yancheng Wildlife Park and Dongpo Park, while Wujin Museum and Changzhou Museum are cultural highlights. Yancheng Spring and Autumn Paradise and Harmony Multicolored Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Changzhou travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Changzhou.dx971) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C31.69456%2C119.94215&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eznkZJQggoicqJusasrWR26zzXo=) No.59 Middle Yanzheng Avenue, Changzhou Wujin District, Changzhou, Jiangsu, 213161 ### What's nearby - Wujin Museum - 1 min drive - 0.8 miles - Yancheng Wildlife Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Yancheng Ruins - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles - Tianning Temple - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles - China Dinosaur Park - 18 min drive - 11.9 miles ### Getting around - Changzhou Railway Station - 28 min drive - Changzhou (CZX) - 41 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪阿酷茶餐厅 - ‬11 min walk - ‪CHICKEN CLUB - ‬10 min walk - ‪Wallace - ‬10 min walk - ‪Sense Café - ‬9 min walk - ‪过桥米线 - ‬13 min walk ## About this property ### Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin by IHG Upscale hotel located in Wujin District You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a playground at Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin by IHG. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and Chinese cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site. Other perks include: - An indoor pool, along with a lifeguard on site - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and wedding services - Free newspapers, a lift and a porter/bellboy Room features All 280 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - LCD TVs with premium channels - Mini fridges, video game consoles and coffee/tea makers ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - Free uncovered self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; CNY 60 for adults and CNY 30 for children - 2 restaurants - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Restaurants on site - Lobby Lounge - Sense Cafe - Xiheyuan ### Things to do - Gym - Indoor pool - Playground ### Family friendly - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Lifeguards on site - Mini-fridge - Playground - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Business centre - Conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area ### 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 business centre - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 7 floors - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas - Lifeguards ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Pillow menu - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV with premium satellite channels - Video game console ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Mini-fridge - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property 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 No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for CNY 260 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CNY 60 for adults and from CNY 30 for children - Rollaway bed fee: CNY 260 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a first aid kit Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### Property is also known as CHANGZHOU Holiday Inn CHANGZHOU WUJIN Holiday Inn CHANGZHOU Holiday Inn CHANGZHOU WUJIN Holiday Inn WUJIN Holiday Inn WUJIN CHANGZHOU Holiday Inn WUJIN Hotel Holiday Inn WUJIN Hotel CHANGZHOU WUJIN WUJIN CHANGZHOU Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin Hotel ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin by IHG have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM. ### How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin by IHG? > As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin by IHG on 17 Oct 2025 start from £36.01, including 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. 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Ask a question ## Holiday Inn Changzhou Wujin by IHG Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 16 6 - Okay 8 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6/10 Okay #### Justin 12 May 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Justin Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 27 Mar 2024 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort 飯店的製冷系統會因為季節而調整是否啟用，因此會遇到沒有冷氣的狀況 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonghwan 15 Aug 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Jonghwan Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Hailong 25 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Disappointment Service at the guste and hospitality department is not professional. I had them receiving some parcels for me, the guy working there seems rude and impatient. Condition is also not very satisfied, too old and air conditioner is not working well. ##### Hailong Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 10 Aug 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hao 15 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Hao Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Dieter 3 Aug 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Eines der schlechteren HolidayInn Hotels Das Hotel hat bestimmt schon bessere Tage gesehen. Mitarbeiter sind bemüht, aber Kommunikation scheiterte oft an mangelnden Englischkenntnissen (ich selbst kann kleider kein chinesisch). Im Foyer war das Dach undicht. Zimmer: Groß, aber sehr laute Klimaanlage. Zum Schlafen musste ich diese ausschalten - worauf die Temperatur im laufe der Nacht wieder sehr stark anstieg. ##### Dieter Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Joao Paulo 7 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Holiday Inn Wenzhou ##### Joao Paulo ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kuo Chen 14 Apr 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 飯店8樓套房很吵 且很多人抽菸，走廊都是煙味 有些房間還有廁所味道 這趟旅程非常不舒服 ##### Kuo Chen ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 28 Mar 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Buen hotel de negocios Buen hotel de negocios ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 15 Mar 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 部屋も清潔で、朝食も美味しく良いホテルです。ただ、インターネットのスピードが遅い時があり、接続に苦労しました。 ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Cissy, 香港 4 Nov 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 常州武進假日酒店,值得推薦的酒店 酒店不算新, 近年有不少新的酒店出現, 但位置處於很安静的位置的酒店，住得很舒服. 是每年出差到常州的首選入住酒店, 前台的所有員工都很友善. 很有禮貌 ##### Cissy ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Oct 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Sept 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel, Israel 6 Apr 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great business stay One night, but a very good feeling in the hotel. Great bed and good size lobby to meet in. ##### Daniel ### 8/10 Good #### Abdo 19 Mar 2016 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Abdo ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 24 Oct 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### 常州武進假日酒店評價 - Oct/2015 酒店房整潔~ ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 9 Jul 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### オススメホテル 環境は比較的綺麗でした。一番良かったのはNET環境が安定していて中国内で一番良かったです。 ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 28 May 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 很不錯的飯店 去哪裡都方便 ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 12 Feb 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### sam, hong kong 23 Oct 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### good breakfast and good swimming pool very comfortable, will come back next time. ##### sam ### 8/10 Good #### sam, hong kong 19 Oct 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### big swimming pool comfortable. good breakfast and good swimming pool ##### sam ### 8/10 Good #### sam, Hong Kong 16 Sept 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very good swimming pool I will come again because I can join a big swimming for exerciser. ##### sam