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An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

1. Star Anglia Hotel

Star Anglia Hotel
4.0 star property
Colchester
7.6 out of 10, Good, (102 reviews)
"Simple, easy, cosy stay, in a nice part of town too!"
United Kingdom
Iain
The price is ￥11,487
￥13,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Star Anglia Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

2. The George of Colchester

The George of Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (711 reviews)
"Clean room and a nice breakfast"
United Kingdom
Graham
The price is ￥15,146
￥18,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
The George of Colchester
A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

3. GreyFriars

GreyFriars
4.0 star property
Colchester
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (715 reviews)
"Lovely stay with great food and comfortable accommodation"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is ￥22,439
￥26,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
GreyFriars
A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

4. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
3.5 star property
Colchester
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (381 reviews)
"Nice hotel and great room size, good location."
United Kingdom
Johnny
The price is ￥11,675
￥14,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

5. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel
4.0 star property
Colchester
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (659 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great room, very quiet location. Restaurant & food were superb, recommend highly"
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is ￥21,243
￥25,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Wivenhoe House Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, safety signs, and a sunlit area with lounge chairs.

6. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
4.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Nicholas
The price is ￥9,091
￥10,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
A building with a sign reading "Kings Arms Bar, Food, Rooms."

7. The Kings Arms Broad Green

The Kings Arms Broad Green
3.0 star property
Broad Green
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (29 reviews)
"Beautiful breakfast"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is ￥12,238
￥14,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Kings Arms Broad Green
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

8. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"A great base for visiting the area. Comfortable and clean. Food, both breakfast and dinner menu is great value and tasty."
United Kingdom
Dawn
The price is ￥9,616
￥11,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

9. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"The beds were amazing"
Canada
Patricia
The price is ￥9,091
￥10,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
A hanging light fixture with a clear glass enclosure and visible filament inside, set against a background of a window with a grid pattern and pink flowers.

10. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (798 reviews)
"Nice clean spacious room. Great parking facilities. Great location. Interesting history"
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is ￥15,036
￥18,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a 'Grab & Go' kiosk, and a modern reception desk.

11. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
4.0 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean room and plenty of parking"
United Kingdom
Darrell
The price is ￥13,812
￥16,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

12. St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (928 reviews)
"A cosy place for a short stay in Colchester city centre."
Mexico
Ana Sofia
The price is ￥11,122
￥13,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
St Nicholas Hotel
A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

13. Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Good price, helpful host and all necessary facilities. Would recommend!"
United Kingdom
Norman
The price is ￥11,363
￥13,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Ryegate House Colchester
A room with exposed brick walls, a wooden door, a light-colored armchair, and a carpeted floor.

14. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Woodview Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
Colchester
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"Excellent stay, friendly host, lovely breakfast."
United Kingdom
Andy
The price is ￥14,861
￥17,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

15. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

The Railway Sleeper Lodge
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 reviews)
"Simple and clean - good size room"
United Kingdom
Darrell
The price is ￥10,000
￥12,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

16. Brook Red Lion Hotel

Brook Red Lion Hotel
3.0 star property
Colchester
7.0 out of 10, Good, (370 reviews)
"The staff and facility were extremely inviting and courteous with welcoming this traveller back home!"
United States
Jacob
The price is ￥9,964
￥11,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Brook Red Lion Hotel
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunlit ceiling.

17. Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa
4.0 star property
Colchester
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (442 reviews)
"Very clean 👌 , comfortable and amazing stay."
United Kingdom
Ankan
The price is ￥15,526
￥18,632 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa
A traditional room with exposed brick walls, a fireplace, a bed with a plaid blanket, and large windows with curtains.

18. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (337 reviews)
"A nice hotel and pub with lots of character and very comfortable rooms. The breakfast was lovely and the staff very helpful and present when needed."
United Kingdom
Anne-Marie
The price is ￥11,077
￥13,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

19. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland
4.0 star property
Colchester
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful diner - beautiful food and totally relaxing."
United Kingdom
Sharon
The price is ￥17,466
￥20,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
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20. Zen Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

Zen Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples
3.0 star property
Colchester
The price is ￥12,773
￥26,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Zen Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Colchester Hotel Reviews

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great place. Lovely rooms. Very clean. Great breakfast!"
David 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Wivenhoe House Hotel

Find out more about Colchester

Colchester Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,985
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥10,909
Highest Price
￥26,927

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Colchester?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for sightseeing. This destination's bars offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the historic sites are a cultural highlight.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Colchester?
While you're deciding on a place to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Colchester: University of Essex - Colchester Campus - Guests can enjoy free parking, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Colchester?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Colchester is 29 inches.
What is there to see and do in Colchester?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate these things around Colchester. Get out into nature with places like Colchester Castle Park, Beth Chatto Garden, and High Woods Country Park. Cultural attractions include Colchester Castle Museum, Mercury Theatre, and East Anglian Railway Museum. Visit landmarks like Colchester Town Hall, Layer Marney Tower, and Jumbo Water Tower.
What's the best way to get to and around Colchester while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Colchester in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is London (SEN-Southend), located 23.8 mi (38.3 km) from the city center. An alternative is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 27.2 mi (43.8 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Colchester Town Station, Colchester Station, or Hythe Station.