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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. This destination’s bars offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the historic sites are a cultural highlight.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.

While you’re deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Colchester: University of Essex - Colchester Campus - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 restaurants. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Colchester is 584 mm.

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore the area around Colchester. Get out into nature with places such as Colchester Castle Park, High Woods Country Park and Abberton Reservoir. Cultural attractions include Tymperleys Clock Museum, Colchester Castle Museum and Colchester Natural History Museum. Visit landmarks such as Colchester Town Hall, Jumbo Water Tower and Layer Marney Tower.

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 (STN-Stansted), located 27.2 mi (43.8 km) from the city centre. An alternative is London (SEN-Southend), located 23.8 mi (38.3 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. To check out more of the area, catch a train at Colchester Town Station, Colchester Station or Colchester Hythe Station.