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The Courthouse Inn
Located in Colchester, 23 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
GreyFriars
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.
The North Hill Hotel
Colchester’s North Hill Hotel provides luxurious bed and breakfast in Britain’s oldest town.
Wivenhoe House Hotel
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.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Located in Colchester, Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
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.
St Nicholas Hotel 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.
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Located just off the A12, Holiday Inn Express Colchester offers air-conditioned, modern bedrooms with satellite TVs. There is a restaurant and bar.
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
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.
Dragonfly Hotel 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....
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 227 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Colchester
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 1,176 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Colchester
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,054 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Colchester
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,173 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Colchester
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 1,677 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Colchester
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,816 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Colchester
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,911 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Colchester
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,550 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Colchester
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,210 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Colchester
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 1,375 reviews
Hotels located in the center of Colchester
Ryegate House Colchester
Hotel in ColchesterCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 120 reviewsRyegate House Colchester offers accommodations in Colchester, 16 miles from Freeport Braintree and 19 miles from Hedingham Castle.
GreyFriars
Hotel in ColchesterCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,911 reviewsLocated 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.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Excellent - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Colchester Town, modern, detached, guest house offers accommodations in Colchester, 18 miles from Freeport Braintree and 21 miles from Hedingham Castle.
St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
Hotel in ColchesterCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 1,176 reviews18 miles from Freeport Braintree, St Nicholas Hotel Colchester is located in Colchester and has free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.
The George Hotel Colchester
Hotel in ColchesterCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,320 reviewsSet in the heart of Colchester, the 500-year-old George Hotel features an à-la-carte restaurant and a bar, and offers rooms with free WiFi access throughout.
Brook Red Lion Hotel
Hotel in ColchesterCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.5Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,253 reviewsLocated 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.
Colchester Town Duplex Apartment
Hotel in ColchesterCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.8Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 26 reviewsColchester Town Duplex Apartment in Colchester provides accommodations with free Wifi, 18 miles from Freeport Braintree, 20 miles from Hedingham Castle, and 25 miles from Chelmsford Train Station.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews
A recently renovated apartment, 2 Bedroom Flat Ground Floor Town Centre Colchester offers accommodations in Colchester. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.
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Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Hotel in ColchesterBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 1,677 reviewsLocated 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 ColchesterBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviewsFeaturing garden views, Flower in Colchester provides accommodations and a garden.
Pine tree House
Hotel in Mile EndBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 5.0Fair - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewPine tree House enjoys a location in Mile End, 18 miles from Hedingham Castle and 18 miles from Freeport Braintree. This bed and breakfast features free private parking and free Wifi.
Wivenhoe House Hotel
Hotel in ColchesterBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,173 reviewsNestled 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.
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester
Hotel in ColchesterBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,816 reviewsThis 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.
Donkey & buskins
Hotel in Layer de la HayeBreakfast optionsLocated in Layer de la Haye, 16 miles from Freeport Braintree, Donkey & buskins has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Hotel in ColchesterBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,210 reviewsIn 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.
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Hotel in ColchesterBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 1,375 reviewsLocated just off the A12, Holiday Inn Express Colchester offers air-conditioned, modern bedrooms with satellite TVs. There is a restaurant and bar.
Budget hotels in Colchester and nearby
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 127 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.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review
Stay Near Colchester twn centre4 is located in Hythe, just 17 miles from Freeport Braintree and 19 miles from Hedingham Castle.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews
Stay Near Colchester twn centre5 is located in Hythe, just 17 miles from Freeport Braintree and 19 miles from Hedingham Castle. The homestay features both Wifi and private parking free of charge.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews
Stay Near Colchester town centre 2 offers accommodations in Hythe, 18 miles from Freeport Braintree and 21 miles from Hedingham Castle.
Stay Near Colchester twn centre3 offers accommodations in Hythe, 25 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 2 miles from Colchester Castle.
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews
Colchester, WIFI 1050mbps, free parking 1 offers accommodations in Hythe, 18 miles from Freeport Braintree and 21 miles from Hedingham Castle.
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
Hotel in ColchesterCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 567 reviewsOffering 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 6.0Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Cozy Private Room with Free Wi-Fi offers accommodations in Colchester, 19 miles from Freeport Braintree and 21 miles from Hedingham Castle.
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What Guests Said About Colchester:
- 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 byBobUnited 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 byMike ChagouriUnited 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 byRobertUnited 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 closedGuest review byTerri Lee ONEILLUnited 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 byAndrinaUnited 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 byYorkieBoyUnited Kingdom
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- From $132.77 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 1,176 reviewsThe hotel's location is just awesome for anyone planning on visiting Colchester or needing a few nights of stay. The room is minimalist (which I like) but comfortable. The temperature is fine, the facilities are in line with the price range too. The room is surprisingly big for a standard double.Guest review byRudolfUnited Kingdom
- From $175.95 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 714 reviewsIdeally 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 hotelGuest review byMariaUnited Kingdom
- From $146.17 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 1,677 reviewsLovely 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 byHelenAustralia
- From $97.45 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 6.5Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,253 reviewsGreat old worldy hotel right in the middle of Colchester. Fantastic staff. Had a lovely time and would return in a heartbeat.Guest review byIirisUnited Kingdom
- From $159.84 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,320 reviewsUpmarket hotel for Colchester city centre. Decent bar and restaurant too.Guest review bynigelonichUnited Kingdom
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