Mersea Island
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Dragonfly Hotel Colchester
We stayed for one night for a cheerleading competition. Beds were really comfortable. Price was really good and the evening meal was delicious and a good price. I would absolutely stay here again!
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

The Mill Hotel
Friendly and cosy stay. Parking on site warm room warm water and comfortable bed.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
It was as described
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Spacious Island beach house. w/Hot Tub
We had a fantastic Christmas stay at this beautiful property. From the moment we arrived, the house was clean, tidy, and welcoming.The host was fantastic, providing excellent communication and helpful voice notes on how to use the house features. They even checked in shortly after our arrival to ...
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Secluded Retreat - in the heart of the Anchorage
Very nice.
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach
Bedding coud have been more organized. Beds made up for 4, when there were 5.people staying.
Reviewed on May 29, 2025
Popular places to visit

Colchester Zoo
Feed elephants and giraffes, watch a falconry display and meet the fearsome Komodo dragons at one of the U.K.’s best zoos.

Colchester Castle Park
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.

Flatford Mill
Find out about the history of East Bergholt when you spend time at Flatford Mill. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Mercury Theatre
Enjoy a play, a musical performance or some hilarious comedy at Colchester’s premier performing arts venue, which also has a children’s program.

Beth Chatto Garden
Learn which plants can thrive in a range of habitats in these stunning gardens designed by master gardener Beth Chatto.

Layer Marney Tower
Spend an afternoon at the tallest Tudor gatehouse in England to find a knot garden, a farm, a Wildlife Walk and five centuries’ worth of history.
Things to do

A Walk through Tudor Ipswich Tour and Exploration Game

Secrets of West Mersea: Self-Guided Island Puzzle Walk

Lost Centurion Quest Experience in Colchester
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