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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.

M
Michael
From
United Arab Emirates
The staff were great. Exceptionally helpful making further plans. The manager was great and very accommodating. Breakfast was very tasteful and more than enough.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 468 reviews
Price from
US$132.86
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.

M
Mary
From
United States
The staff were lovely. The big bath
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,928 reviews
Price from
US$174.47
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.

A
Audhild
From
Norway
Very cozy hotel,good food,good service and the staff was very friendly and serviceminded.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,067 reviews
Price from
US$112.09
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, 1,174 reviews
Price from
US$167.76
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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,498 reviews
Price from
US$114.07
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.

L
Lolade
From
France
The manager and staff were warm and helpful.. the housekeepers are also very good. I love the snacks on arrival. Breakfast was good. The croisants very fresh.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,209 reviews
Price from
US$126.15
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.

A
Andrea
From
Hungary
Hotel location is perfect, comfortable bed, very cozy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,146 reviews
Price from
US$126.82
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.

M
Muhammad
From
Pakistan
Staff was really helpful and friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,453 reviews
Price from
US$95.29
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.

A
Alisa
From
Estonia
We liked the hotel! We have stayed there for three times. The check-in procedure was smooth and accessing an on-site parking was easy. The beautifully designed hotel is situated in a historic building. The hotel is conveniently located between the city centre and the University. Spacious rooms were equipped with all the necessary facilities. We especially liked the scrambled eggs with smoked salmon for our breakfast, which we ordered additionally from the menu. We also tried the delicious fish and chips at the hotel's restaurant. We are very grateful to the friendly staff who helped us with our queries!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,664 reviews
Price from
US$120.78
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....

E
Ellen
From
United States
Exceptionally helpful & polite staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,810 reviews
Price from
US$78.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Colchester and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,146 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$131.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,305 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$158.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,255 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$90.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,664 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$176.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 75 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 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

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

    From US$158.52 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$104.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,810 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$128.97 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Colchester

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 154 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$100.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 26 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 92 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$181.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    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$188.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

    One Bedroom Flat Town Centre Colchester is set in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and 2.9 km from Colchester Castle.

    From US$161.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Cosy Central Colchester Home by Castle Park is located in Colchester, 30 km from Hedingham Castle, 38 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and 44 km from Hylands Park.

    From US$207.21 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 232 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$120.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Offering river views, Riverview is an accommodation situated in Colchester, 3.8 km from Colchester Castle and 7.5 km from Colchester Zoo.

    From US$137.52 per night

Budget hotels in Colchester and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 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$76.50 per night
  • Situated in Hythe in the Essex region, Colchester Comfortable room y4 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$58.88 per night
  • Situated 27 km from Freeport Braintree, Cosy in Colchester x5 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$71.97 per night
  • Set 27 km from Freeport Braintree, Free Parking WiFi Fresh linens x4 offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$65.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located 27 km from Freeport Braintree, Essex studio x2 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$65.42 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$86.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Set 27 km from Freeport Braintree, Stay Near Colchester twn centre5 offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$80.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located in Hythe in the Essex region, Stay Near Colchester twn centre2 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$79.40 per night

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What guests said about Colchester:

  • 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
  • 10.0

    Colchester is a beautiful town with lots of historic beauty.

    Colchester is a beautiful town with lots of historic beauty. We only had two nights here, but would definitely visit again for longer. The centre is great for shopping, with many pedestrianised streets, and a mix of well-known shops, street vendors and local independent businesses. It's really not that large, so it's easy to walk around. Our favourite locations were the Firstsite art gallery and cafe, the Curzon cinema (next door), the Minories art gallery and the castle park. We also easily found some great restaurants. There seemed to be loads of Italian restaurants, but we preferred the Vietnamese and Japanese places. Our favourite shops were Red Lion Books on the High Street and Bestdays Vintage on Eld Lane, for great coffee, vintage clothes and music chat with the staff.
    Guest review by
    Bob
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Colchester is great for a short weekend trip; it's not a...

    Colchester is great for a short weekend trip; it's not a large city, so everything is close by and it's easy to explore Colchester on foot. There are a range of different restaurants and pubs, to suit all needs. Add in places of historical interest such as the castle, and nature such as High Woods Country Park, and there's enough variety to keep busy for a few days. A historical tour is worth doing and the city has a nice relaxed atmosphere to it overall.
    Guest review by
    Mike Chagouri
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    We really enjoyed the Colchester Castle and tour, as well as...

    We really enjoyed the Colchester Castle and tour, as well as the historical sites around town , such as the water tower and Balkan Gate. The park was lovely and the Dutch quarter was interesting to see. Nearby, we had a great visit to Frinton where the beach is lovely. Also we travel.ed to Flatford Mill and had a smashing boat trip. It was easy to walk around the town. We ate at Wetherspoons ( The Playhouse) which was a novel venue and Wei's kitchen where the food and the host were great.
    Guest review by
    Robert
    United Kingdom

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  • From US$176.35 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,664 reviews
    Beautiful old building, we booked to stay here as we were in Colchester for a gig. The four poster bed room was really worth the price. Comfy bed, lovely hotel bar and friendly staff. My partner had a ghostly experience around 6am someone pulled the cover up over him to tuck him in but I was fast asleep. A friendly ghost though. Would definitely book and stay again. 20 min walk from town. This hotel is definitely gonna be a lovely memory with my partner 😌
    Guest review by
    Elise
    United Kingdom
  • From US$174.47 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,928 reviews
    This was our second stay at Greyfriars, in itself an endorsement. The hotel has high standards in service, decor, cleanlness and comfort. (Breakfasts are good.) Its location is also good - easy to access by car and virually in the centre of Colchester. If we visit Colchester again, we shall certainly stay rhere.
    Guest review by
    Keith
    United Kingdom
  • From US$131.66 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,146 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$167.76 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 694 reviews
    Ideally situated in the centre of Colchester. Very comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff. Complimentary continental breakfast and lovely patio area at the back of the hotel
    Guest review by
    Maria
    United Kingdom
  • From US$90.59 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,255 reviews
    Lovely Staff & Hotel in the Heart of Colchester. Would recommend.
    Guest review by
    Colin
    United Kingdom