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The Courthouse Inn

Hotel in Colchester

Set in Colchester, 36 km from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

P
Pieter C
From
Netherlands
the Courthouse Inn is approx 20 min drive fm the Harwich ferry. Owner and staff are very friendly people and the rooms are located in seperate building
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Price from
US$132.21
1 night, 2 adults

GreyFriars

Hotel in Colchester

Situated in Colchester, 200 metres from Colchester Castle, this AA rated property features a garden. Located around 6 km from Colchester Zoo, the hotel is also 11 km away from Flatford.

G
Georgia
From
United Kingdom
The staff were so friendly and helpful! They upgraded our stay which was amazing! The hotel it’s self is beautiful and clean. The food was to dye for! Location is perfect, just right on the outskirts of town and right next to Colchester castle.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,915 reviews
Price from
US$173.61
1 night, 2 adults

The North Hill Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

Colchester’s North Hill Hotel provides luxurious bed and breakfast in Britain’s oldest town.

G
Grace
From
Kenya
Qualified/ helpful wonderful staff . Very comfortable More than I expected I highly recommend this hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,086 reviews
Price from
US$110.15
1 night, 2 adults

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Hotel in Colchester

Located just off the A12, Holiday Inn Express Colchester offers air-conditioned, modern bedrooms with satellite TVs. There is a restaurant and bar.

N
Niluka
From
Sri Lanka
Very friendly staff, very helpful and the hotel cleanliness
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,567 reviews
Price from
US$86.80
1 night, 2 adults

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

Nestled within the historic and picturesque grounds of Wivenhoe Park, Wivenhoe House Hotel blends 18th-century charm with modern comfort, just moments from the University of Essex campus.

S
Satu
From
Finland
Fantastic location right on the university campus; beautiful building; clean and spacious room, good bed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,131 reviews
Price from
US$178.95
1 night, 2 adults

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Hotel in Colchester

Located in Colchester, Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

J
Julie
From
United Kingdom
Clean bright reception and good sized bedroom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,547 reviews
Price from
US$100.16
1 night, 2 adults

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Hotel in Colchester

In a quiet village setting, just off the A12, outside the ancient Roman town of Colchester, this modern hotel offers great value with free parking and an indoor pool.

O
Oldbiker*Graham
From
Gibraltar
We stayed here to attend my nieces wedding a few miles away, there was plenty of parking at the venue and if you drive electric, there are charging points available. Check in was slick and professional, the young man on reception was very pleasant and professional. The room was very comfortable, spotlessly clean and well appointed, the bedding was very comfortable and there were ample electrical points available, WIFI is available but we didn't make use of it as we had ample data on our phones. Breakfast is the best I've seen in a long time at the many hotels I've stayed at over recent years, the best full English anywhere so far, there was also an excellent selection of cereals fruits, cheeses, jams and hot drinks as well as juices. In a nutshell, based on my experience you wont go wrong if you stay here. less than a minute from the A12 just outside Colchester.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,128 reviews
Price from
US$104.17
1 night, 2 adults

St Nicholas Hotel Colchester

Hotel in Colchester

Located in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle, St Nicholas Hotel Colchester offers express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

M
Madelene
From
United States
Did not purchase breakfast. Enjoyed tea and scones in cafe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,081 reviews
Price from
US$106.97
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

Situated within a 14th-century coaching inn, the award-winning Best Western Rose and Crown Hotel is located just a 15 minutes’ walk from the centre of historic Colchester.

L
Louise
From
Cyprus
Very close to the town centre. The staff were friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,602 reviews
Price from
US$140.22
1 night, 2 adults

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Hotel in Colchester

This property is located a 10 minute drive from Colchester centre, next to the A12 motorway. There is an on-site restaurant and free parking. Free high-speed WiFi is available throughout the property....

a
aaron rooney
From
Ireland
Adam on reception was great, brilliant value for money and great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,758 reviews
Price from
US$78.12
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
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Popular with guests booking hotels in Colchester

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,567 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,128 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,547 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Colchester

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

Ryegate House Colchester is situated in Colchester, 27 km from Freeport Braintree, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, and 38 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

From US$166.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,915 reviews

Situated in Colchester, 200 metres from Colchester Castle, this AA rated property features a garden. Located around 6 km from Colchester Zoo, the hotel is also 11 km away from Flatford.

From US$293.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,081 reviews

Located in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle, St Nicholas Hotel Colchester offers express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

From US$155.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,279 reviews

Set in the heart of Colchester, the 500-year-old George Hotel boasts an à-la-carte restaurant and a bar, and offers rooms with free WiFi access throughout.

From US$181.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews

Located in the town centre of Colchester, the Grade I-listed Brook Red Lion Hotel is 1.5 miles from the Merville Barracks and 2 miles from the University of Essex.

From US$162.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Colchester Town Duplex Apartment in Colchester provides accommodation with free WiFi, 29 km from Freeport Braintree, 33 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

From US$293.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Situated in Colchester, the recently renovated 2 Bedroom Flat Ground Floor Town Centre Colchester features accommodation 28 km from Freeport Braintree and 33 km from Hedingham Castle.

From US$281.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews

Offering city views, Two Bedroom Flat Town Centre Colchester is an accommodation situated in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

From US$312.50 per night

Budget hotels in Colchester and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Housed in a historic building, Quaint & Quirky House Colchester Town Centre offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi in Colchester, 27 km from Freeport Braintree.

From US$106.84 per night

Set 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 46 km from Hylands Park, Charming Colchester Room with Garden Views offers accommodation situated in Hythe.

From US$92.53 per night

Near Colcheste town centre is situated in Hythe, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and 46 km from Hylands Park.

From US$99.09 per night

Situated 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 46 km from Hylands Park, Cozy Guest Room in Colchester - Perfect for Travelers features accommodation set in Hythe.

From US$99.20 per night

Located in Hythe in the Essex region, Home away from city noise Be provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$63.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set 27 km from Freeport Braintree, Colchester Central and calm Ni offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$61.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Hythe in the Essex region, Colchester Comfortable room Oo features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$63.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated 27 km from Freeport Braintree, Stay Near Colchester twn centre4 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$85.69 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Colchester and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,086 reviews

Colchester’s North Hill Hotel provides luxurious bed and breakfast in Britain’s oldest town.

From US$295.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,602 reviews

Situated within a 14th-century coaching inn, the award-winning Best Western Rose and Crown Hotel is located just a 15 minutes’ walk from the centre of historic Colchester.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews

Situated in Lexden, near Colchester Castle, Yew Tree House, Bed & Breakfast in Colchester is a historic bed and breakfast that has a garden.

Flower

Hotel in Colchester
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Flower has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Colchester, 28 km from Hedingham Castle.

From US$180.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Mile End, 28 km from Hedingham Castle, Pine tree House has a garden, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$103.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,131 reviews

Nestled within the historic and picturesque grounds of Wivenhoe Park, Wivenhoe House Hotel blends 18th-century charm with modern comfort, just moments from the University of Essex campus.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,758 reviews

This property is located a 10 minute drive from Colchester centre, next to the A12 motorway. There is an on-site restaurant and free parking. Free high-speed WiFi is available throughout the property.

From US$116.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set in Layer de la Haye, 26 km from Freeport Braintree, Donkey & buskins offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

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What guests said about Colchester:

6.0

Colchester Castle and Museum absolutely brilliant especially...

Colchester Castle and Museum absolutely brilliant especially for children. We went on a Sunday morning and found cheap parking near Castle Park but can imagine that it would be a nightmare to drive around Colchester on a weekday without entering bus lanes and one way systems!
Guest review by
Barbara
United Kingdom
10

Colchester is a lovely town plenty to do with the castle and...

Colchester is a lovely town plenty to do with the castle and being with in the park other historical places around. Shopping wasn’t to bad had a good retail park just on the outskirts and the zoo is just outstanding
Guest review by
Anonymous
8.0

Colchester is an excellent base for travelling the...

Colchester is an excellent base for travelling the neighbouring places of interest. I stayed there for the history of the city and there is plenty to see. City centre in 21st century isn't great.
Guest review by
GLYN
4.0

Alvento are very polite in their communication and when you...

Alvento are very polite in their communication and when you call the help line and have properties in 27 locations in the UK ! The house itself was OK , but I was not impressed with the sparsity of equipment in the property, nor the service provided by the property host , I will only be leaving a 1 star review , and that is for the charming dressing table and stool in the master bedroom ,
Guest review by
Colin
United Kingdom
8.0

We coincided with Oktoberfest weekend at the castle.

We coincided with Oktoberfest weekend at the castle. A major annual event. Even ended up in the pub with everyone late in the evening, which was entertaining and good-natured. We walked around town earlier during the day and found great places to stop off and to eat… Recommend Colchester for a weekend visit
Guest review by
Paul
United Kingdom
8.0

We only stayed overnight in Colchester and left round...

We only stayed overnight in Colchester and left round lunchtime, so didnt have much time to browse, but we went to a few places and walked round the park! We will come back again and visit the castle. The area around there looks beautiful, too!
Guest review by
wolfgang
Germany

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From US$122.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,128 reviews
The staff were wonderful. So helpful and lovely, especially the 2 'older' ladies (though still younger than me)!!! And Eugenie was wonderful too. He booked my brother and me in (then my brother didn't actually stay at the hotel as he had an accident, in Colchester town) and the following day Eugenie asked after my brother, by name! Also, I mislaid my door key, and couldn't remember room number, but Eugenie did! My second night was not pre-booked, but the lovely ladies found the me a room with a bathtub. Thank you.
Guest review by
Joanna
United Kingdom
From US$200.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews
The lovely welcome I recieved from the family and dogs was so nice after a 6hour drive . I went to see the goats before my room ! Erica and Josh are wonderful hosts and even invited us to their bonfire / music that night . The bed was the comfiest bed I’ve ever slept in . I loved the big bath . It’s a beautiful place to stay and only a few miles from Colchester . So much nicer than a hotel chain .
Guest review by
Kerry
United Kingdom
From US$162.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews
Great old worldy hotel right in the middle of Colchester. Fantastic staff. Had a lovely time and would return in a heartbeat.
Guest review by
Iiris
United Kingdom
From US$155.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,081 reviews
Love this hotel. We stay here all the time when we go to colchester..rooms are lovely.. great location
Guest review by
lisa
United Kingdom
From US$116.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,758 reviews
Nice hotel, good location for Colchester town, comfortable beds and room and helpful staff
Guest review by
david
United Kingdom