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Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel, 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.

Room, swimming pool, bar n restaurant style and all staff welcoming
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
3,358 reviews
Price from€ 117.43per night
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Marks Tey Hotel Colchester, hotel in Colchester

Just a 10-minute drive from Colchester’s historic city centre, the Marks Tey Hotel offers free WiFi access and free private parking.

Good breakfast, friendly staff
Scored 6.8
6.8
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
2,025 reviews
Price from€ 105.57per night
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Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel, hotel in Colchester

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

Location near the highway, room cleanliness, tasty food and helpful hotel staff.
Scored 7.2
7.2
Rated good
Good
850 reviews
Price from€ 91.75per night
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The North Hill Hotel, hotel in Colchester

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

The staff were friendly and helpful. Location meant it was easy to have a quick look around this interesting city and as contrary to advertised, the hotel restaurant was not open, then there was a good choice of restaurants nearby.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
996 reviews
Price from€ 106.76per night
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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.

Breakfast was very good, plenty of choices. Location was convenient for restaurants and bus service.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
2,030 reviews
Price from€ 177.93per night
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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.

Room was beautiful Breakfast excellent Bed was comfortable
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,388 reviews
Price from€ 177.93per night
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Colchester Boutique Hotel, hotel in Colchester

Colchester Boutique Hotel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Colchester. Providing a bar, the property is located within 26 km of Freeport Braintree.

The staff were lovely & the breakfast had plenty of choice
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
779 reviews
Price from€ 142.34per night
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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....

Receptionist and bar staff were very friendly and helpful
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
2,392 reviews
Price from€ 106.87per night
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St Nicholas Hotel, hotel in Colchester

32 km from Hedingham Castle, St Nicholas Hotel is located in Colchester and offers free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. The property is non-smoking and is set 29 km from Freeport Braintree.

Good location
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
2,020 reviews
Price from€ 105.69per night
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Star Anglia Hotel, hotel in Colchester

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.

Large, comfortable room. Great bed, great shower and great internet - everything we needed. It was good to have a kettle and a fridge in the room. We could even have cooked as there was also a stove top and a microwave. The parking was a bonus. It was hot weather and they kindly gave us a fan - much appreciated. We have stayed here before as it is so convenient for town and for visiting the family. Everyone was really friendly. Thank you for making our stay so enjoyable.
Scored 6.4
6.4
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
304 reviews
Price from€ 142.34per night
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What guests said about Colchester:

  • Scored 6.0
    6.0

    Really interesting old part of town has lots of smaller...

    Really interesting old part of town has lots of smaller shops selling all sorts of things you don't normally see elsewhere. Lots of historic buildings and plenty of good restaurants with bars to match including a micro brewery.
    pilly03
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 10
    10

    Colchester is a vibrant town with a wealth of history.

    Colchester is a vibrant town with a wealth of history. If you are into history you should definitely visit the castle (and go on the tour up to the battlements and down to the vaults where you can see the basement of the temple of Claudius which was destroyed during Boudicca's uprising). There are a multitude of quite stunning timber framed buildings in the Dutch quarter and a lot to see pertaining to the Siege of Colchester (1648) during the Civil Wars (the Siege House is worth seeing and finding all of the 17th century musket ball holes inside and out of its fabric!) There's also the foundations of one of the earliest Christian churches (Roman!) to see, St. Botolph's Priory remains and the remains of St. John's Abbey gatehouse. There is also a number of medieval churches (including Holy Trinity which incorporates a lot of Roman tiles in its beautiful tower) and the massive "Jumbo" water tower. The Tourist Information can point you towards all of these things and provide you with a map. Oh yes there are lots of shops to see - both chain stores and little independent shops... if that's your thing!
    UncleBarbar
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 6.0
    6.0

    I liked the town and its history.

    I liked the town and its history. However, I found the prices in pubs to be excessive, regarding both food and drink. The portion I received in the George was very small, especially considering I'd paid twenty-four pounds for it. It consisted of a tiny piece of fish, three mussels, a little broccoli, and two very small pieces of potato. In the Castle, I paid eighteen ponds fifty for a pint, with pie and mash.The price of a pint in most pubs was what you might expect to pay in London.
    David
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 6.0
    6.0

    Full hotel was under refurbishment rooms were nice that we...

    Full hotel was under refurbishment rooms were nice that we had occasional loud noise from the builders I could smell smoke in the hall ways and smell of weed in my room when I opend my room window looking out my window was like looking out at a tip when staff was okay I suppose
    A
    Anonymous
  • Scored 10
    10

    Colchester is a brilliant town to visit, you have the old...

    Colchester is a brilliant town to visit, you have the old and new part to walk round ranging from a good collection of shops and food outlets to browse and walking round the various churches, castle, monastery ruins and lovely parks. The town is within walking distance of both train stations, taxis are plenty also. Take a good pair of comfy walking attire for feet as you will be walking up and down gradients!! A great place to visit on the local bus is Manningtree where there is a antiques emporium to walk round with a great cafe in the high street for food. If visiting Colchester for the first time I recommend staying at least a minimum of 4 days as their is a lot to see of interest. Lots of charity shops too!! For families do visit Colchester Zoo which is a great day out, this can be reached by bus also if you do not drive.
    lynette
    United Kingdom
  • Scored 10
    10

    Great weekend destination.

    Great weekend destination. Loads of big and little shops, cafes, restaurants and craft ales bars. Great atmosphere in town. On top of this the most amazing castle and wobbly medieval houses and Roman walls something for everyone!! Town centre easy to walk round and explore and topped off with a fabulous meal at China Chef!
    Tracy
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Colchester

  • Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

    Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

    Colchester
    From € 107.82 per night
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good     · 1,755 reviews
    Lovely old timbered building, very well maintained and well located to visit Colchester. The parking is easy and secure. Reception is in character with the building and check in/out was fast and efficient. Rooms are spacious and immaculately clean, as are the bathrooms. Could do with upgrading to hotel standard beds, but still comfortable enough. The bar is great and would not be out of place in a country inn, most unusual for any hotel. Enjoyed the food which was tasty and very well cooked.
    Malcolm
    United Kingdom
  • Star Anglia Hotel

    Star Anglia Hotel

    Colchester
    From € 142.34 per night
    Scored 6.4
    6.4
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant     · 304 reviews
    The hotel is in an excellent location, quiet but within walking distance of the town and the castle. The free on-site parking was great. The room was lovely; comfortable bed, great shower, great WiFi and the fridge was a bonus. The best thing however, was the people there. They were so friendly and helpful. It makes all the difference. This is where we stay when we visit family in Colchester. Thank you to everyone at Star Anglia for making our wedding anniversary so special.
    UniverSara
    United Kingdom
  • The North Hill Hotel

    The North Hill Hotel

    Colchester
    From € 130.48 per night
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous     · 996 reviews
    Good facilities in the hotel and restaurant prepared good food, including an excellent breakfast of porridge and eggs benedict. Bed softer than we like but comfortable. Good location for centre of Colchester. Nice welcoming atmosphere of teh staff,
    Barry
    United Kingdom
  • GreyFriars

    GreyFriars

    Colchester
    From € 160.13 per night
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous     · 2,030 reviews
    Everything, from reception, service at bar and at brekky, room style and comfort and overall quaint furnishing of the hotel. What a charming place to stay in the heart of Roman colchester town!
    GBR
    United Kingdom
  • The George Hotel

    The George Hotel

    Colchester
    From € 162.62 per night
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good     · 1,655 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!
    Harrison
    United Kingdom

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