Black Buoy Inn
Black Buoy Hill Wivenhoe, Colchester, CO7 9BS, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.3/10! (score from 284 reviews)
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Location was great for us, comfy bed, warm room, staff very friendly, breakfast was absolutely fantastic

Nice community run Pub and Hotel, 17th century building, great breakfasts and good selection of food and local ales. Very friendly

Great location we walked along the River to Colchester. The pub was very friendly with friendly staff and a good atmosphere. We had private parking and loved the villge of Wivenhoe. The bed was extremely comfort.

Friendly staff, homely feel, good size bedrooms with comfortable bed and large en-suite, breakfast was awesome 👍🏾

Nice breakfast, quiet location, nice riverside walk nearby, friendly reception, nice choice of real ales.

Comfy room, warm welcome from staff, great breakfast.

Atmospheric old pub close to the waterside. You can feel the history. Room was spacious as was the bathroom. Friendly staff and good food.

Very close to river . Very quite and peaceful. Very nice hot breakfast although didn’t we eat in the pub the food looked really nice with a nice choice of ales

The Black Buoy was welcoming, the room was very comfy and clean and the food was amazing.

Lovely pub but disappointed there was no evening food. Room was nice but very dusty so would benefit from cleaning on light fittings etc. lovely hosts

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Located in Colchester, Black Buoy Inn features a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is situated 23 miles from Hedingham Castle, 28 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 2.4 miles from Alresford. The property is allergy-free and is set 21.1 miles from Freeport Braintree.
All units at the inn include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.
A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or gluten-free breakfast is available daily at the property.
Guests at Black Buoy Inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Colchester, like hiking and cycling.
Colchester Castle is 5.8 miles from the accommodation, while Colchester Zoo is 8.1 miles away. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 37.9 miles from Black Buoy Inn.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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- I see that you can provide a vegetarian breakfast but can you also cater for vegans? Thankyou, CarolHi yes we can cater for vegans.Answered on 18 November 2021
- Is the parking secure for a motorcycle as we are a 60 year old couple touringHi its a Pub car park but we do have posts in the ground so if you have a lock it would make it more secure for you . Kind Regards IanAnswered on 12 June 2022
- looking to book for Fri 29/07/2022 for my wife & I. We have a dog with us also. where are pets are allowed in the hotel? Can they go to breakfast? Thxhi yes we are dog friendly even in the resturant. Kind Regards IanAnswered on 26 April 2022
- What time do you serve breakfast from on Saturday and Sunday mornings please? ThanksWe serve breakfast between 7.30 and 9.00 amAnswered on 16 April 2022
- Location says 800m from rowhedge?? Not sure that right could you clarify pleaseOnly across the water.Answered on 16 April 2022
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- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Garden
- Children's high chair
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Live music/performance
- Movie nightsAdditional chargeOff-site
- Stand-up comedyAdditional chargeOff-site
- Temporary art galleriesOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- CD player
- DVD player
- Radio
- TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Pet bowls
- Daily housekeeping
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Hypoallergenic
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Mosquito net
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Black Buoy Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Legal information
FAQs about Black Buoy Inn
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Check-in at Black Buoy Inn is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Guests staying at Black Buoy Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
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Black Buoy Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Temporary art galleries
- Movie nights
- Stand-up comedy
- Live music/performance
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The prices at Black Buoy Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Black Buoy Inn include:
- Family
- Double
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Black Buoy Inn is 3.1 miles from the centre of Colchester.