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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.

J
John
From
Canada
Great location. Clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,217 reviews
Price from
$127.58
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
Niki
From
United Kingdom
Paying for car parking was extreme - no iron in the room or the room was very warm. The breakfast was okay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,306 reviews
Price from
$96.36
1 night, 2 adults

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Hotel in Colchester

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

U
Ushma
From
United States
Lovely lo and amazing size bathroom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,598 reviews
Price from
$108.58
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,648 reviews
Price from
$120.93
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.

J
Julie
From
United Kingdom
Lift would help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,053 reviews
Price from
$146.58
1 night, 2 adults

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

Set in the historic grounds of Wivenhoe Park, this 18th-century house is next to the University of Essex campus.

m
mirna
From
Lebanon
Lication
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,186 reviews
Price from
$169.66
1 night, 2 adults

The Courthouse Inn

Hotel in Colchester

Located in Colchester, 23 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

W
Wright
From
United Kingdom
Breakfast was excellent, Staff were very friendly .We really enjoyed our stay Very good value..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews
Price from
$134.37
1 night, 2 adults

GreyFriars

Hotel in Colchester

Located in Colchester, 656 feet from Colchester Castle, this AA rated property features a garden. Located around 3.7 mi from Colchester Zoo, the hotel is also 6.8 mi away from Flatford.

M
Martin
From
United Kingdom
well appointed room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,902 reviews
Price from
$176.44
1 night, 2 adults

St Nicholas Hotel Colchester

Hotel in Colchester

18 miles from Freeport Braintree, St Nicholas Hotel Colchester is located in Colchester and has free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

C
Chanida
From
United States
The location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,210 reviews
Price from
$116.04
1 night, 2 adults

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Hotel in Colchester

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

J
Julie
From
United Kingdom
Great value Lovely clean room Comfortable bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,837 reviews
Price from
$72.07
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget hotels in Colchester and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, Quaint & Quirky House Colchester Town Centre offers accommodations with a garden and free Wifi in Colchester, 17 miles from Freeport Braintree.

  • Stay Near Colchester twn centre4 is located in Hythe, just 25 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 28 miles from Hylands Park.

  • Stay Near Colchester twn centre5 is located in Hythe, just 25 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 28 miles from Hylands Park.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Stay Near Colchester twn centre1 offers accommodations in Hythe, 25 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 2 miles from Colchester Castle.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 569 reviews

    Offering affordable, clean & compact accommodations, the Railway Sleeper Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from Colchester Main Train Station. A convenient 24-hour self check-in service is provided.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Affordable Relaxing Comfy Double Room in a Shared House offers accommodations in Rowhedge, 19 miles from Freeport Braintree and 22 miles from Hedingham Castle.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Jmk home is located in Lexden, just 16 miles from Freeport Braintree and 19 miles from Hedingham Castle. Both Wifi and private parking are available at the homestay free of charge.

  • Spacious double room with king size bed offers accommodations in Alresford, 29 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and a 4-minute walk from Alresford.

Best hotels with breakfast in Colchester and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,210 reviews

    18 miles from Freeport Braintree, St Nicholas Hotel Colchester is located in Colchester and has free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,250 reviews

    Located in the town center 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,648 reviews

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

  • Flower

    Hotel in Colchester
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Flower in Colchester provides accommodations and a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,217 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,306 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,598 reviews

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

  • Milsoms

    Hotel in Dedham
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

    Featuring a bar and brasserie restaurant, Milsoms is located in Dedham.

Hotels located in the center of Colchester

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews

    Ryegate House Colchester offers accommodations in Colchester, 16 miles from Freeport Braintree and 19 miles from Hedingham Castle.

  • Spacious 3 bedroom Townhouse offers accommodations in Colchester, 17 miles from Freeport Braintree and 20 miles from Hedingham Castle. This vacation home features free private parking and free Wifi.

  • Superb ground floor 2 bedrooms apartment near train station main hospital and colchester town centre is located in Colchester, just 16 miles from Freeport Braintree and 18 miles from Hedingham Castle.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    3 Bedroom Flat - Colchester- Train Station - Close to Town offers accommodations in Colchester, 21 miles from Hedingham Castle and 25 miles from Chelmsford Train Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    6 Bedroom House in Colchester is located in Colchester, just 25 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 2.4 miles from Colchester Castle.

  • Professional 3-bed flat is located in Colchester, just 19 miles from Freeport Braintree and 21 miles from Hedingham Castle. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    The Roundhouse Yurt is located in Colchester, just 17 miles from Hedingham Castle and 19 miles from Freeport Braintree.

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What Guests Said About Colchester:

  • 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
  • 8.0

    Great shopping centre, great for history, locals not really...

    Great shopping centre, great for history, locals not really friendly, I travel alot and first time I've ever seen unfriendly locals...it was very strange. We stayed at Grorge Hotel to park at the back of hotel, it tells you at traffic lights you cars can't turn right, hotel said you could, we were worried in case we got a fine, this needs to be clearer, disappointed the museum was closed
    Guest review by
    Terri Lee ONEILL
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0

    Colchester doesn't really have a lot going for it.

    Colchester doesn't really have a lot going for it. The castle is really worth a visit. There weren't the Roman remains that my husband was hoping for as a lot has been built on. It's very much a working town. But maybe we didn't do enough research to get the best out of it. Bus service is good and saves trying to drive and park through the town.
    Guest review by
    Andrina
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0

    The centre of Colchester is just like many other towns and...

    The centre of Colchester is just like many other towns and cities that have had the guts ripped out of them and a new shopping centre built in there place. Same shops but just in a different configuration. Fenwicks is a good shop and the George pub which dates back to 1400 has a lot of history to it. The castle museum and grounds are a must see which takes you back through the history of Colchester and the castle. We found the best place to park was the Brittania long stay car park as it's not multi story with stupid small spaces. You can pay by phone or card in hourly increments just over £1 an hour.
    Guest review by
    YorkieBoy
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    Colchester city centre is full of quaint little streets.

    Colchester city centre is full of quaint little streets. The castle is very interesting as are the Roman remains. It lacks the wow factor of many ancient cities like York but is definitely worth a visit. It is also well located for visiting Mersea Island and other locations like Flatford Mill. For those who like sewing and knitting, Franklins is a shop of delights.
    Guest review by
    Frances
    United Kingdom

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
    The apartment was very spacious and very clean. Can not fault the place. The host was in contact right up to and after we stayed. The area was right by the river and was so peaceful, especially after a busy day in the town centre. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested in staying in Colchester, and I would definitely go back in the future.
    Guest review by
    Jade
    United Kingdom
  • From $183.23 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,902 reviews
    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.
    Guest review by
    Georgia
    United Kingdom
  • From $176.44 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,217 reviews
    I went with my 5 year old god son. He had a fantastic time , he didn’t want to leave . Our stay was followed by a trip to Colchester zoo. He has asked when we can go to that hotel again .
    Guest review by
    Lamb
    United Kingdom
  • From $176.44 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 712 reviews
    The staff were v friendly and helpful and quickly sorted out any problems. The hotel was charming and conveniently situated for exploring Colchester. Excellent breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Helen
    United Kingdom
  • From $224.08 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,317 reviews
    The room and location of the hotel were expectational. The George Hotel is found right on the high street of Colchester. Perfect for a city visit!
    Guest review by
    Harrison
    United Kingdom

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