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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.

L
Larry
From
Luxembourg
Well run, well organized, friendly and totally supportive and tolerant staff. Nothing was to much trouble.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Price from
US$130.09
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.

c
cissy
From
Hong Kong
Clean bathroom, clean room. The room and bathroom are well lit and air conditioned. Decor is elegant and warm. Beautiful garden with a big old tree. Plenty of parking space. Lose to town centre with many shops. Food is good and tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,924 reviews
Price from
US$170.83
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.

W
Warren
From
Australia
Location Friendly and helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,087 reviews
Price from
US$117.08
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.

B
Bronagh
From
Ireland
That it had everything from an amazing breakfast to a games room and smoking area at such an affordable price. I would highly recommend this place. Bed room very clean can’t say a bad word about this hotel 10/10.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,520 reviews
Price from
US$88.04
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.

J
Jane
From
United Kingdom
Amazing. Everything perfect. Room enormous spotlessly clean, comfy bed, beautiful views. Gardens are beautiful. I felt like I was in the Med. Very relaxing. Staff faultless.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,149 reviews
Price from
US$164.26
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.

C
Crane
From
Australia
We arrived quite late at 7:30pm. The staff member on reception was very friendly and accommodating and advised that we had been upgraded to the newly renovated rooms as they had availability. The rooms were exceptionally clean, comfortable and well provisioned. I have been lucky enough to stay in a couple of fancy hotels, including Hayman Island on the Great Barrier Reef, and the rooms we had at Marks Tey were on a par and better than those hotel rooms. Excellent value for money for our last-minute booking. Menu looked tasty and great value, but we had already eaten so didn't try the food on this occasion.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,522 reviews
Price from
US$111.69
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.

C
Caroline
From
Ireland
Everything, just stayed 1 nite, was there for a funeral
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,175 reviews
Price from
US$102.50
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.

S
Scott
From
United Kingdom
The place was great and u are close to everything u need
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,098 reviews
Price from
US$117.08
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.

F
Frederick
From
Australia
Breakfast was great Location excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,625 reviews
Price from
US$131.40
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
anthony
From
Netherlands
Just a simple good room, building adjacent to the restaurant where we had a nice drink.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,778 reviews
Price from
US$76.87
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,625 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Colchester

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,778 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,175 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,521 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,522 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Colchester

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 179 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$118.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Situated 29 km from Freeport Braintree, Colchester Town, modern, detached, guest house features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$118.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,098 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$112.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,294 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$138.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,249 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$82.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
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$243.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 99 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$181.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 137 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$215.24 per night

Budget hotels in Colchester and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,087 reviews

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

From US$127.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

Star Anglia Hotel is less than 10 minutes' walk from Colchester Train Station and town centre and offers variety of bright rooms which have free WiFi and a private bathroom.

From US$111.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,625 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.

From US$130.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 116 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$72.27 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$92.14 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$98.66 per night

Guest Room in Colchester Hythe is located in Hythe, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and 46 km from Hylands Park.

From US$98.66 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$98.66 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Colchester and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 80 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$155.22 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$102.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,149 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.

From US$211.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,778 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$126.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 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.

From US$117.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,175 reviews

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.

From US$99.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,521 reviews

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

From US$91.98 per night

FAQs about hotels in Colchester

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$99.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,175 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$127.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,087 reviews
Staff were really friendly and helpful. We were welcomed to the hotel and offered tips on where to eat as the hotel restaurant was not open. Very well decorated hotel and room. The room was nice , and the bathroom had a good shower. There was some road noise that didn't bother us, but they offered complimentary ear plugs, which was thoughtful. Breakfast was delicious and made fresh to order. It is in a very convenient location for Colchester town centre.parking is at nacp car park which is only a few minutes walk.
Guest review by
Marina
United Kingdom
From US$112.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,098 reviews
The location was the real selling point and the rates were reasonable. There was parking behind the George Hotel at £9.50 for 24hrs which was a good rate. The place was clean and comfortable. If you're looking for a base camp to come back to and you want to be in Central Colchester it's great.
Guest review by
Louisa
United Kingdom
From US$197.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,924 reviews
A great hotel in a lovely setting close to the centre of Colchester and all its amenities. Room was very spacious, clean and comfortable. Good tea and coffee making facilities in the room, also a complimentary mini bar fridge. Toiletries were lovely too.
Guest review by
Jan
United Kingdom
From US$82.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,249 reviews
The service was amazing. The best for noise cancellation from the high-street overnight, near the town centre. LGBT friendly. Seating areas located around the hotel for if you need to check out of the room but not ready to depart.
Guest review by
Shannon
United Kingdom