The Best Hotels Closest to firstsite in Colchester for 2026

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A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

A bartender preparing drinks at a bar with a variety of bottles in the background.

A dining table with a white tablecloth, a green leather chair, and a tea set.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.

1. GreyFriars

0.4 km from firstsite

Naomi

￥22,197

￥26,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

A spacious dining area with round tables and red chairs, featuring a mix of natural and artificial lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A restaurant with a brick wall, a large clock, and a glass ceiling. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

2. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

0.4 km from firstsite

Rachel

￥11,677

￥14,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a white dining table with blue chairs.

A laundry room with multiple stacked washing machines and dryers.

3. Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter, < 0.1 km from firstsite

Norman

￥13,092

￥15,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

A small, single-story building with a gravel driveway and a wooden fence.

A two-story house with a dark front door, a small porch, and a mailbox.

A room with a white wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a standing heater, and a metal rack with black straps.

4. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

1.6 km from firstsite

Darrell

￥9,877

￥11,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, covered by a white umbrella.

A hallway with a chandelier, framed pictures on the wall, and a fire extinguisher.

A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a water dispenser, and a bar counter with multiple taps.

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair and a small table, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

5. Colchester Boutique Hotel

0.3 km from firstsite

Dave

￥19,650

￥23,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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.

A traditional room with exposed wooden beams, two single beds, a wooden chair, and a desk with a lamp.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white tablecloths, gold sashes, and a chandelier.

A traditional Tudor-style building with black and white timber framing, a sign for 'Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel', and hanging flower baskets.

6. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

1.2 km from firstsite

Michelle

￥10,480

￥12,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A parking area with 'Electric Vehicle Charging Only' signs and a 'Hand Stretch' sign.

A balcony with a view of buildings, a table with chairs, and a glass door.

A hotel facade with a sign for St. Nicholas Hotel, adjacent to a building with a 'Three Wise Monkeys' sign.

7. St Nicholas Hotel

0.3 km from firstsite

Reece

￥11,948

￥14,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A furnished room with a sofa, a small table with a vase, a desk with a computer, and a TV on the wall.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a black chair, a wardrobe, a bed, a television, and a small refrigerator.

A storefront with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a clear blue sky.

8. Star Anglia Hotel

0.6 km from firstsite

Iain

￥11,571

￥13,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

A dining room with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by wooden chairs.

A dining area with tables set for service, a chandelier, and a large clock on the wall.

A bar area with wooden beams, bar stools, a cash register, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

9. Brook Red Lion Hotel

0.3 km from firstsite

Jacob

￥10,218

￥12,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

10. Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

2.2 km from firstsite

￥12,680

￥26,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

A reception area with a sign reading "RECEPTION," wooden beams, a wooden counter, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with a view of the street.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, skylights, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A bar area with a bar counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

11. The George of Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 0.2 km from firstsite

Linda

￥15,735

￥18,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden building in the background.

A patio with a stone bench, wicker chairs, and a small table.

A brick house with a green door and shutters, a small window, and a garden with flowers and shrubs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

12. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

15.7 km from firstsite

Jennifer

￥19,082

￥22,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a glass table, and a view of a grassy field through open windows.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush flower beds and a purple umbrella.

A dining room with a wooden table and four chairs, large windows with floral wallpaper, and a radiator below the windows.

13. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

10.7 km from firstsite

Sharon

￥20,489

￥24,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

A room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, hanging plants, and large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

14. Wivenhoe House Hotel

3.8 km from firstsite

Natasha

￥19,213

￥23,056 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles and alcohol displayed on shelves.

A multi-story building with a beige facade, a covered entrance, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.

A building with a sign reading "The Smugglers Cove" and outdoor wooden picnic tables.

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

19.1 km from firstsite

Caroline

￥8,734

￥10,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window.

A bathroom with a wooden tray, a wicker basket, and a mirror reflecting a window with patterned curtains.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a white console table with a lamp, a staircase, and a window with a view.

A staircase with wooden railings, carpeted steps, a dining table with chairs, and a white door in a room with wooden flooring.

16. Noble Goose Rooms

14.9 km from firstsite

Antony

￥16,030

￥19,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and framed pictures on the walls.

A wooden door with a sign indicating room number 5 at The Victory Inn.

A marina with multiple sailboats docked, a sunset in the background, and a clear sky.

17. The Victory at Mersea

12.8 km from firstsite

Aubrey

￥16,792

￥20,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An aerial view of a property with a central building surrounded by manicured gardens, a small pond, and a tent-like structure.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, seating with bar stools, and a menu board.

A swimming pool with clear water, a bench, and a changing room area.

A spa area with multiple massage chairs, a fireplace, and a wall of bookshelves.

18. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

18.8 km from firstsite

Katherine

￥30,436

￥36,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A buffet with various food items and beverages.

A Holiday Inn with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A conference room with rows of white chairs with grey sashes, a white table with a floral centerpiece, and a backdrop of white drapes with string lights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

19. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

5.3 km from firstsite

Nicholas

￥8,743

￥10,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A traditional room with exposed brick walls, a fireplace, a bed with a plaid blanket, and large windows with curtains.

A bar area with a wine list, a beer tap, and a menu board.

A quaint cafe with a green door, outdoor seating, and hanging plants.

A narrow stone-paved courtyard with a double door entrance, flanked by white walls and black-framed windows.

20. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

15 km from firstsite

Maxine

￥10,281

￥12,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to firstsite

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
GreyFriars	9.4 Exceptional 708 reviews	View
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester	9.0 Wonderful 378 reviews	View
Ryegate House Colchester	9.0 Wonderful 27 reviews	View
The Railway Sleeper Lodge	8.6 Excellent 48 reviews	View
Colchester Boutique Hotel	8.6 Excellent 281 reviews	View

Top firstsite Hotel Reviews

GreyFriars

10/10 Excellent

"A great location if you're spending time in Colchester town center, visiting the castle and sampling the many wonderful pubs and restaurants in the area. The rooms were nice and roomy. They did tell us ahead of time that the room was on two floors (bed upstairs and lounge/study downstairs), a nice layout although a bit of a trip hazard if you need to use the bathroom in the middle of the night and don't want to wake your partner. The staff were friendly and attentive."

St Nicholas Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room staff was nice"

Colchester Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Slightly put off by a wooden beam in the bathroom dripping brown water into the middle of the bathroom floor, which was fortunately a wet room; Presumably for a small leak. Room was quiet and bed comfortable."

Sleek & Exquisite 3 Bedroom Home

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice and comfortable property, near to city center. Owner was very responsive."

Star Anglia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for one night, friendly welcoming staff, our room was clean,the bed was very comfy, there was parking and there were shops on the same street. Very close to town . We would definatley stay again"

Cottage in the centre

8/10 Good

"Very nice cottage in ideal location for the town centre. Check in was smooth and the cottage was very clean and tidy. My husband and I stayed with our adult son who was house hunting in Colchester. It might not be suitable for someone with poor mobility as the stairs were very narrow and steep and the bathroom was downstairs, but it was fine for us. Also very well equipped. Leaving a brolly would have been useful as we got caught in a shower walking to the car park...!"

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were amazing"

Central Colchester - Just 3 minutes walk to Colchester Castle and High Street!

10/10 Excellent

"Old Carriage House converted into a wonderful apartment. We loved the location of this stay. We were just a short walk down from Colchester Castle and High Street, where we could find a wide range of pubs, restaurants, and shops. The city centre train station was just a short walk away as well. Thank you to our host for the awesome check-in and also for the lift to the "other" train station for our trip back into London. If we are ever in the Colchester area again, we will definitely stay here again. : )"

Other attractions near firstsite

A wrought iron gate with intricate designs, a brick building with ivy, and a paved area.

Colchester Castle Park

9.0/10 (164 reviews)

Ride a pedalo on the boating lake, enjoy a game of mini golf or simply spend an afternoon relaxing in Colchester’s most popular public park.

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A historic building with ornate architecture, a tree-lined street, and a bus in the background.

Colchester Town Hall

8.6/10 (55 reviews)

Colchester’s Baroque town hall, a heritage-listed building with Victorian tower and antique organ, has been the focus of civil duties for over 800 years.

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A museum exhibit with glass display cases containing fossils and skeletons.

Colchester Natural History Museum

Learn about the mammoths, hippos and crocodiles that used to live in the Colchester area and examine a wealth of natural specimens at this excellent, free museum.

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A collection of ornate antique clocks with intricate designs and Roman numerals.

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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A red brick building with large windows and a white door.

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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Colchester Castle Museum

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Colchester Castle Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Colchester. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Colchester Visitor Information Centre

Drop in at this tourism facility to find out the best way to spend your time during your visit to Colchester. Get advice on everything from places to stay and dine, to local events.

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Lion Walk Church

10.0/10 (1 review)

Lion Walk Church is just one of the places to see in Colchester, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around firstsite?

Firstsite is located in a historic area of Colchester known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 87 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to firstsite?

Adjacent to firstsite, St Nicholas Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options close by include The George of Colchester and The North Hill Hotel, Colchester.

How many hotels can I expect to find near firstsite?

Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from firstsite.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near firstsite, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the 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. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to firstsite.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near firstsite?

To find more details about updating your stay near firstsite or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near firstsite?

You'll want to browse the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum, and Colchester Natural History Museum. Explore landmarks like Colchester Town Hall, Jumbo Water Tower, and Roman Circus House. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Headgate Theatre, and Manifest Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for firstsite hotels

1. GreyFriars

2. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

3. Ryegate House Colchester

4. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

5. Colchester Boutique Hotel

6. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

7. St Nicholas Hotel

8. Star Anglia Hotel

9. Brook Red Lion Hotel

10. Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

11. The George of Colchester

12. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

13. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

14. Wivenhoe House Hotel

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

16. Noble Goose Rooms

17. The Victory at Mersea

18. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

19. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

20. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

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Top firstsite Hotel Reviews

GreyFriars

St Nicholas Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel

Sleek & Exquisite 3 Bedroom Home

Star Anglia Hotel

Cottage in the centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Central Colchester - Just 3 minutes walk to Colchester Castle and High Street!

Other attractions near firstsite

Colchester Castle Park

Colchester Town Hall

Colchester Natural History Museum

Hollytrees Museum

The Minories Galleries

Colchester Castle Museum

Colchester Visitor Information Centre

Lion Walk Church

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