Wivenhoe House Hotel
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About this property
Set in the historic grounds of Wivenhoe Park, this 18th-century house is next to the University of Essex campus. It offers a unique brasserie restaurant, luxurious accommodations, free WiFi and free parking on site. The guest rooms overlook the manicured gardens and beautiful Essex parkland. Most rooms feature HD TV with Sky channels, designer toiletries, and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can dine at the brasserie restaurant in the garden wing, which offers regionally sourced produce to bring a taste of France to this corner of the county. The small quayside town of Wivenhoe is less than a 5-minute drive or a half-an-hour walk from the hotel. The city center of Colchester, the oldest recorded town in Britain, is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the building. The surrounding Essex countryside is home to numerous rivers, walks, and charming sights.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sarah
United Kingdom“The room was very comfortable and it was nice to have a balcony overlooking the grounds. Dog bowls and a bed were provided for our dog in the room. The staff were very friendly and and couldn't be more helpful, for example bringing out a dog bed...” - Lucy United Kingdom“Very friendly staff, lovely bathroom and comfy beds, nice balcony room with view”
- Kirstie United Kingdom“The room was very comfortable - I liked that there were two chairs, a fridge, and plenty of room to put things. Both of us slept well, and we liked the shower. Most of all we enjoyed the lovely grounds - we were lucky with a beautifully sunny...”
- Liz United Kingdom“The hotel was excellent, the staff welcoming and helpful and the rooms lovely and clean. Impressed with fresh milk in the fridge and loved the scan key card rather than plastic which reacts with credit cards used at other hotels.”
- Ann
Thailand“Room in spacious with terrace and great view. Desk is spacious suitable for work or online conference. Wifi is good. BF is good.” - Amber
United States“This was such a quiet relaxing facility. We enjoyed the food. My husband said the beef bourguignon was the best meal he had on our 8 day UK trip. The breakfast was excellent.” - Rachael United Kingdom“Lovely clean room , good staff , lovely views from balcony, fab shower and great breakfast ! Thank you”
- Wesley United States“Manager at the hotel was brilliant good at what she does. Answered all our questions arranged a late table for dinner for us. Rooms were very comfortable. Parking right at hand was excellent as well”
- Nikita
Indonesia“All of it.. I feel like I live in a mansion! Very clean, old-fashioned but posh, the food was excellent! We booked the suite and the room was huge, we even had our living room section, the bathroom was so clean as well. Very near the Uni of...” - Lindsay United Kingdom“Lovely friendly hotel staff, amazing room and facilities”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- PARK BRASSERIE
- CuisineBritish • French
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Afternoon Tea
- CuisineBritish
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
Amenities of Wivenhoe House Hotel
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
PetsPets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Live music/PerformanceAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Pet bowls
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages Spoken
- English
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.
Please inform Wivenhoe House Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
