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Compare 763 hotels close to University of Essex with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

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Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel

4.0 star property
0.3 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (542)
"Happy.with my stay was clean and tidy,breakfast was great plenty of choice of food.Staff was helpfull had.a lovely lounge and plenty of parking as well!"
United Kingdom
Jonathan
The price is ￥20,530
￥24,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Wivenhoe House Hotel
Duplex Suite | Courtyard view
GreyFriars

GreyFriars

3.5 star property
3.1 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (632)
"We had a wonderful stay all the staff were very helpful, we will stay there again,"
United Kingdom
Helen
GreyFriars
Duplex, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Birds Farm

Birds Farm

3.0 star property
3 km from University of Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"We loved it here, had a a good couple of nights with friends. Beautiful apartment, amazing mattresses and pillows, very quiet environment. The pool wasn’t open and some work was happening but you can tell it’s going to look amazing once they put it all together and summer prep work is expected at this time of year. Kara was fab and we met a super helpful housekeeper who is doing a degree who was a literal walking tourist information centre. Great atmosphere all round ."
United Kingdom
Karen
The price is ￥22,209
￥26,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Birds Farm
Bar (on property)
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

3.0 star property
2.5 km from University of Essex
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (723)
"Has a lovely stay room was comfy clean and plenty of lovely condiments "
United Kingdom
iona
The price is ￥12,464
￥14,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Talbooth House & Spa

Talbooth House & Spa

3.5 star property
9.2 km from University of Essex
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40)
"Stunning property, food was great! 10/10 stay would definitely go back "
United Kingdom
Kimberley
Talbooth House & Spa
Standard Double King room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The North Hill Hotel

The North Hill Hotel

3.0 star property
3.8 km from University of Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (348)
"Lovely friendly ataff"
United Kingdom
Karl
The North Hill Hotel
Superior Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester

3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, 3.6 km from University of Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"The facilities were really good and everything was clean and tidy. The manger was super helpful"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥12,785
￥15,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Ryegate House Colchester
Standard Room | Terrace/patio
Milsoms

Milsoms

3.0 star property
9.4 km from University of Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Lovely gardens around the property"
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is ￥17,226
￥20,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Milsoms
Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Miscellaneous
Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
10.3 km from University of Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"prime example of a lovely British B&B. will use again !"
United Kingdom
Gerald
The price is ￥14,664
￥17,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
Garden
The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

4.0 star property
12.8 km from University of Essex
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (92)
"Lovely stay"
United Kingdom
Mr
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
Standard Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Railway Sleeper Lodge

The Railway Sleeper Lodge

3.0 star property
5.1 km from University of Essex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39)
"Really nice stay the room was lovely and the bathroom was spacious "
United Kingdom
Lucy
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
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The Marquis

The Marquis

4.0 star property
16.5 km from University of Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (104)
"Great hotel in a beautiful location. Good restaurant and wine menu "
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is ￥38,758
￥46,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
The Marquis
Terrace/patio
St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel

3.0 star property
3.3 km from University of Essex
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (777)
"Great room Great staff Lovely shower Comfy bed "
United Kingdom
toni
St Nicholas Hotel
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Room amenity
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

3.0 star property
7.3 km from University of Essex
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great variety of breakfast, rooms very clean and overall a nice comfy modern hotel "
United Kingdom
David
The price is ￥7,591
￥9,110 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Restaurant
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

3.0 star property
3.7 km from University of Essex
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"The staff were absolutely fantastic across the board, thank you for making a last minute stay much less stressful!"
United States
Jace
The price is ￥8,281
￥9,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
Comfort Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Adelaide Guesthouse

Adelaide Guesthouse

3.0 star property
16.9 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (219)
"The owners were extremely friendly. The breakfast was excellent and the decor was 2nd to none a lovely stay."
United Kingdom
Tony
The price is ￥14,320
￥17,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Adelaide Guesthouse
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

2.5 star property
17.9 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
"Great place to stay in a beautiful village"
United Kingdom
Wesley
The price is ￥14,204
￥17,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms
Daily full breakfast (GBP 8.75 per person)
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

4.0 star property
15.6 km from University of Essex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (777)
"Clean and "
United Kingdom
Tony
The price is ￥9,506
￥11,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Exterior
Colchester Boutique Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
3.8 km from University of Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (258)
"The room and the food and it’s woz a safe place "
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is ￥12,111
￥14,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Colchester Boutique Hotel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

4.0 star property
8.7 km from University of Essex
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"breakfast was very good , Staff were friendly and plenty of parking. "
United Kingdom
Papa
The price is ￥10,696
￥12,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
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 University of Essex Hotel Reviews

St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great room Great staff Lovely shower Comfy bed "
toni 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
St Nicholas Hotel

Hotels near other University of Essex attractions

Hollytrees Museum which includes interior views

Hollytrees Museum

Explore 300 years of history in this Georgian house full of antique toys and decorative arts and dress up in a costume of Victorian times.
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Colchester

The Minories Galleries

See artists at work, browse exhibitions of local and national artists and take in the Georgian architecture of this popular art gallery.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Essex?
University of Essex is located in a welcoming area of Colchester known for its bar scene and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to University of Essex?
Adjacent to University of Essex, Wivenhoe House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include University of Essex - Colchester Campus and Offering en-suite accommodation on campus with breakfast.
How many hotels are there near University of Essex?
Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Essex.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Essex, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near University of Essex.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of Essex?
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What can I see and do near University of Essex?
You'll want to browse the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum, and Colchester Natural History Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Colchester Town Hall, Jumbo Water Tower, and Roman Circus House to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Headgate Theatre, and Manifest Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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