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Colchester Travel Info

Number of hotels
2,257
Highest price
£125
Lowest price
£40
Known attractions
Colchester Zoo, Mercury Theatre and Colchester Castle Museum
Hotels with bars
51
Hotels with nearby historical attractions
37

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Colchester?

GreyFriars is a favourite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and 3 bars. Reviews from our site also recommend The flag and The Crown Stoke By Nayland as top options for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Colchester.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Colchester has to offer?

Remarkable 2-bed Lodge in Clacton-on-sea: This holiday home rental outside of Colchester offers a fireplace, a balcony and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. Another good choice for your trip to Colchester is Beautiful, 5bed Family sized whole house whole house,<1mile from city centre. See all vacation rentals in Colchester.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Colchester, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Colchester.

What's the best place to stay on a budget in Colchester?

Based on reviews, White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns is a popular hotel for our travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. Other good options for your budget-friendly stay include Dragonfly Hotel Colchester and East Gate Inn. View all budget hotels in Colchester.

What's the best hotel when travelling with children to Colchester?

The Jasmine Room is a B&B with free parking and an outdoor tennis court, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the children include Peresteda Apartments and Marks Tey Hotel Colchester. Also, attractions such as Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Zoo are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Colchester.

What's the best hotel for a couple visiting Colchester?

The Angel Inn is a favourite hotel for couples, and features free WiFi and free parking. See all romantic hotels in Colchester.

What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Colchester?

Brook Red Lion Hotel is a top inn for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Colchester.

What's the best accommodation option to stay near the beach in Colchester?

The Victory at Mersea is a top 4-star beach hotel with a restaurant and free WiFi. Head to St. Osyth Beach or Clacton-on-Sea Beach for some quality time by the water.

What's the best high-end hotel in Colchester?

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel is a 4-star hotel with a full-service spa and a health club, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Colchester.

What's the best boutique hotel in Colchester?

Drapers Hotel is a favourite hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 7 guestrooms, 2 bars and free parking. See all boutique hotels in Colchester.

What's the best place to stay if I'm looking to play golf in Colchester?

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa is a top hotel that has a golf course and features free WiFi. Visit Gosfield Lake Golf Club, Colchester Golf Club or Birch Grove Golf Club to perfect your golf swing. See more golf hotels in Colchester.

Where's the best place to stay in Colchester to absorb the local history?

Based on our travel expertise, Drapers Hotel is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. A couple of other options near historic sites include White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns and Brook Red Lion Hotel. Also, notable landmarks to visit include Colchester Town Hall, Colchester Castle Museum and Dedham Vale. See more options for historical stays in Colchester.

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