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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, 471 reviews
Price from
US$132.60
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.

N
Nicole
From
Denmark
The breakfast was excellent, the room spotless, big and very comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,911 reviews
Price from
US$174.12
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.

E
E
From
Netherlands
Great location in the city centre, lot's of restaurants and bars nearby. The staff was very friendly. In the room we found a lot of tea, some coffee, cookies, earplugs, which shows everthing is thought of. The beds were the best we ever had in a hotel. And our favorite was the English breakfast, both regular and vegetarian.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,089 reviews
Price from
US$109.07
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.

A
Angeline
From
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
The staff were absolutely lovely
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,582 reviews
Price from
US$82.71
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.

H
Hazim
From
Brunei Darussalam
Clean accommodation and friendly staff. Perfect place for anyone who likes greenery. The coffee and tea station provided in the room was the best I've seen!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,133 reviews
Price from
US$172.51
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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,559 reviews
Price from
US$101.79
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$104.47
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
Stephen
From
Singapore
Exchanged room in St Nicholas for The George as the lift at St Nicholas broke down upon my arrival and I had to climb 3 storeys to reach my room. My wife is a kidney transplanted patient and has angiopasty done on her.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,080 reviews
Price from
US$107.29
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.

C
Collin
From
United States
Easy parking friendly staff good size room everything perfect
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,594 reviews
Price from
US$140.64
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, 1,748 reviews
Price from
US$78.35
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 471 reviews
Price from
US$132.60
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.

N
Nicole
From
Denmark
The breakfast was excellent, the room spotless, big and very comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,911 reviews
Price from
US$174.12
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.

E
E
From
Netherlands
Great location in the city centre, lot's of restaurants and bars nearby. The staff was very friendly. In the room we found a lot of tea, some coffee, cookies, earplugs, which shows everthing is thought of. The beds were the best we ever had in a hotel. And our favorite was the English breakfast, both regular and vegetarian.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,089 reviews
Price from
US$109.07
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.

A
Angeline
From
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
The staff were absolutely lovely
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,582 reviews
Price from
US$82.71
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.

H
Hazim
From
Brunei Darussalam
Clean accommodation and friendly staff. Perfect place for anyone who likes greenery. The coffee and tea station provided in the room was the best I've seen!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,133 reviews
Price from
US$172.51
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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,559 reviews
Price from
US$101.79
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$104.47
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
Stephen
From
Singapore
Exchanged room in St Nicholas for The George as the lift at St Nicholas broke down upon my arrival and I had to climb 3 storeys to reach my room. My wife is a kidney transplanted patient and has angiopasty done on her.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,080 reviews
Price from
US$107.29
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.

C
Collin
From
United States
Easy parking friendly staff good size room everything perfect
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,594 reviews
Price from
US$140.64
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, 1,748 reviews
Price from
US$78.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,133 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,089 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Colchester

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,594 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Colchester

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,080 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Colchester

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,748 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Colchester

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,911 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,582 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,129 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,559 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Colchester

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 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$93.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,911 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$174.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,080 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$114.52 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$141.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,234 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$90.41 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$247.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 101 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$188.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 139 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$188.05 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Colchester and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,089 reviews

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

From US$150.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,594 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$119.34 per night
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.

From US$102.85 per night

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$180.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,133 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$226.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,748 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$83.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 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$126.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,129 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$129.92 per night

Budget hotels in Colchester and nearby

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$93.04 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$99.77 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$99.61 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$64.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Hythe in the Essex region, Colchester CO1 Hythe Ta offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$56.90 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$63.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

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

From US$66.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 539 reviews

Railway Sleeper Lodge offers clean, compact, and affordable accommodation just a 5-minute walk from Colchester Main Train Station.

From US$76.35 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$150.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,089 reviews
Central location. Parked in NCP although after 6pm Saturday and all day Sunday you can park at front of hotel. Check in was efficient and there is a nice communal area by the bar. Breakfast was good. The room was comfortably furnished although very warm at the time of stay. A fan was provided and as it is located on a main road I didn’t open the windows although I wasn’t disturbed by traffic. You can easily walk to the town centre in a few minutes.
Guest review by
Keith
United Kingdom
From US$129.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,129 reviews
The hotel itself was lovely, the. staff who greeted us upon our arrival and helped us check in were so lovely! We stayed at this hotel because we had a visit to Colchester zoo (which is probably the best place ive ever been!!!) and out drive back was long so decided to book this hotel as it was close by!
Guest review by
Madison
United Kingdom
From US$174.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,911 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$90.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,234 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
From US$119.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,594 reviews
Lovely old hotel, the rooms were modern, and it’s close to the centre of Colchester. The room was comfortable for a night’s stay.
Guest review by
Helen
Australia