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The Courthouse Inn

Hotel in Colchester

Set in Colchester, 36 km from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

T
Tracy
From
New Zealand
We were very pleased to be welcomed back for our second visit in 15 months to find familiar staff and the same excellent standards we experienced previously.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 453 reviews
Price from
ISK 16,482
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Mark
From
South Africa
the room and bathroom were a cut above. And the food in the restaurant was 5 star. Staff very friendly and courteous.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,825 reviews
Price from
ISK 21,643
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.

J
John
From
Cyprus
Staff. Room. Parking. Breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,257 reviews
Price from
ISK 11,654
1 night, 2 adults

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

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.

J
Jana
From
United Kingdom
Beautiful surroundings, amazing building, fab staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews
Price from
ISK 22,309
1 night, 2 adults

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Hotel in Colchester

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

J
Julie
From
United Kingdom
Clean bright reception and good sized bedroom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,979 reviews
Price from
ISK 15,483
1 night, 2 adults

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.

S
Stefan
From
Switzerland
The pool was very nice, and most importantly, children were very welcome to use the pool for swimming and play.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,799 reviews
Price from
ISK 16,648
1 night, 2 adults

Colchester Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

Colchester Boutique Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Colchester.

L
Lesley
From
United Kingdom
Quirky 300 year old building Close enough to the town but for enoigh away from the evening town Continental breakfast was made .GF.amd DF for.me Excellent chooses So much to do and see in Colchester or take a trip to surrounding areas by bus and train
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
Price from
ISK 20,810
1 night, 2 adults

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

Hotel in Colchester

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

S
Sally
From
Australia
Location, staff, ambience, restaurant and a great breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,029 reviews
Price from
ISK 14,942
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

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

C
Collin
From
United States
Easy parking friendly staff good size room everything perfect
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,428 reviews
Price from
ISK 14,983
1 night, 2 adults

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....

S
Steve
From
United Kingdom
Staff very pleasant. Clean room. Warm. Food nice and hot, Local to where I was working.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,541 reviews
Price from
ISK 14,501
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with parking in Colchester

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Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
From ISK 17,148 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 720 reviews
From ISK 14,234 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,825 reviews
From ISK 23,307 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 698 reviews
From ISK 26,970 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
From ISK 29,134 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
From ISK 20,810 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,556 reviews
From ISK 24,639 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,343 reviews
From ISK 15,583 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,257 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,428 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,029 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 836 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

Set in Colchester, Quaint & Quirky House Colchester Town Centre is a historic homestay that offers free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Offering a shared lounge and garden view, Rooms in 3 bed house in Colchester with parking is situated in Colchester, 27 km from Freeport Braintree and 31 km from Hedingham Castle.

Set 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 46 km from Hylands Park, Charming Colchester Room with Garden Views offers accommodation situated in Colchester.

Near Colcheste town centre is situated in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and 46 km from Hylands Park.

Guest Room in Colchester Hythe is located in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and 46 km from Hylands Park.

Situated 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 46 km from Hylands Park, Cozy Guest Room in Colchester - Perfect for Travelers features accommodation set in Colchester.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated 27 km from Freeport Braintree, CO2 Colchester 4 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Set 27 km from Freeport Braintree, Stay Near Colchester twn centre5 offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 836 reviews

Located in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle, St Nicholas Hotel Colchester offers express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,115 reviews

Located in the town centre 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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Colchester Boutique Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Colchester.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,029 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,428 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,541 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews

The Marlborough Dedham in Dedham provides adults-only accommodation with a bar and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews

Located in Colchester in the Essex region, Unique period one bedroom house in Colchester has a patio.

Hotels located in the centre of Colchester

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Colchester Town Duplex Apartment in Colchester provides accommodation with free WiFi, 29 km from Freeport Braintree, 33 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Offering a bar and city view, Blanco Uno is located in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle and 38 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Cosy Central Colchester Home by Castle Park is located in Colchester, 30 km from Hedingham Castle, 38 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and 44 km from Hylands Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Offering river views, Riverview Colchester is an accommodation situated in Colchester, 3.7 km from Colchester Castle and 7.5 km from Colchester Zoo.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Jardine House, a property with a garden, is located in Colchester, 26 km from Freeport Braintree, 30 km from Hedingham Castle, as well as 38 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in Colchester in the Essex region, Colchester Greenstead 2 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Situated 29 km from Freeport Braintree, Stunning 2BR house in Colchester features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

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What guests said about Colchester:

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Lovely historical town with many historical things to see.

Lovely historical town with many historical things to see. Tiptree Jam Museum close by, approx 25 mins away. Trinity shopping area so charming with lovely coffee shops and cute restaurants. There's a midweek car boot sale on Wednesdays near the Delta hotel (Marks Tey) which starts at 6am and runs till 12pm midday. For those who need it, there is halal Pepe's and subway around 15 mins away from Marks Tey.
Guest review byShazi
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Although we already live in Colchester, we decided to book a...

Although we already live in Colchester, we decided to book a local hotel for our wedding so that we could relax and make the most of the celebrations without worrying about travelling home afterwards. It was the perfect choice and reminded us how much the town has to offer. What were your favourite places there? One of our favourite places is Colchester Castle and the beautiful Castle Park, which is ideal for a leisurely walk or a picnic. We also love exploring the historic city centre, with its independent shops, cafés, and charming streets. If you have time, a visit to nearby Mersea Island is well worth the trip for its coastal scenery. Where did you eat? Colchester has a fantastic variety of restaurants. For our wedding celebrations, we enjoyed dining locally and were spoilt for choice, from cosy pubs to stylish restaurants. The town centre offers everything from Italian and Asian cuisine to traditional British food, so there's something to suit every taste. Is it easy to get around Colchester? Yes, Colchester is very easy to get around. The town centre is compact and walkable, and there are plenty of buses if you want to travel further afield. Taxis are readily available, and for those arriving by train, the main stations provide good connections. If you're driving, there are several convenient car parks around the town. What are some great activities for young couples like you? For couples, I'd recommend exploring Castle Park together, enjoying a meal at one of the many independent restaurants, or visiting Colchester Zoo, which makes for a fun day out. If you enjoy history, Colchester Castle is a must-see, while nearby Mersea Island offers a lovely escape for a seaside walk and fresh seafood. In the evening, there are plenty of bars and live music venues to enjoy, making Colchester a great destination for a romantic weekend or special occasion.
Guest review byLucy
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

We enjoyed being in Colchester because it was the Town in...

We enjoyed being in Colchester because it was the Town in which I was born and grew up in. My wife and I lived in Colchester for about 30 years before we moved to the east Midlands. So we were happy to go back, see old friends and visit the castle and the castle Park. Colchester has quite a lot to offer those who travel there.
Guest review byAnonymous
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Colchester is a very vibrant city, with plenty of bars &...

Colchester is a very vibrant city, with plenty of bars & restaurants. The castle & gardens are well worth a visit. Finding & visiting the remaining roman walls & Chariot Racing Circus is very interesting. There is a Wetherspoons for people on a lower budget. Bus service is excellent with lots of sleepy villages nearby. Good walking areas.
Guest review byAlan
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

Driving was a nightmare in town !!

Driving was a nightmare in town !! Walk if you can i cant disabled. Car parking not enough places without having to wait or walk far. Too many traffic lights ! Signs not clear about 1 way areas ! I ended up getting ticket for driving through bus lane which was not sighned clear enough. Traffic was awfull one way system awfull.!!. Wouldnt reccommend anyone to drive in town area. I wont myself again.Especially if disabked in wheelchair.. Very expensive and shops looked dirty and run down in some areas Houses very poor looking around town areas..
Guest review byHannibal
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Castle - antiquity - preservation - information points...

Castle - antiquity - preservation - information points explaining Castle park - magnificent nature- trees, 100s of years old Vast areas of grass land with gigantic trees for shade Squirrels humans and bird life happily sharing the same space Town - amazing period buildings are everywhere Back alleys around the town add intrigue and it feels safe there Food- lots of food outlets everywhere - just stay in the high street The chiming clock Please never stop doing this All over town you can hear it Country side - your are nestled in rural Essex Nature abounds around you
Guest review byCanice
United Arab Emirates

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From ISK 24,972 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,799 reviews
I honestly can’t fault anything with this hotel. The staff, the atmosphere and the location was amazing. Can’t even tell you’re near a motorway unless you zoom in when looking out of a window. The dinner menu was amazing as well! We stayed here for the evening light trail over at Colchester zoo.
Guest review byAlex
United Kingdom
From ISK 12,486 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
Guesthouse for short or longer stays located in central Colchester, 2 min walk to the Castle park. The place is comfy, well managed and modern. I only stayed one night but I appreciated having fridge in the room. The hotel manager was very friendly and helpful.
Guest review byAlžběta
Czech Republic
From ISK 23,307 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,825 reviews
It has to be the best hotel in Colchester. We got a free room upgrade on arrival. The room was beautiful with everything we needed. The town is only a shot walk away and lots of good pubs for us to visit.
Guest review byTVRPieman
United Kingdom
From ISK 21,733 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,257 reviews
Great hotel, excellent location for me. Staff really helpful. always stay here now when in Colchester or Ipswich, haven't been disappointed so far. Bed comfortable, room clean and decorated nicely.
Guest review byJulia
United Kingdom
From ISK 18,147 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,428 reviews
Beautiful hotel , immaculately clean , perfect location for central Colchester and staff were extremely helpful.
Guest review byKaren
United Kingdom

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