Title: GreyFriars Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=4609&destination=Colchester%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=12921400&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # GreyFriars A peaceful garden retreat where travelers can enjoy WiFi, excellent dining from morning to night, and three welcoming bars for evening relaxation ## Photo gallery for GreyFriars ![2 restaurants, breakfast served - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/6c458aa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite | Terrace/patio - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/2696d5eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/dcfc5c63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/3009ff0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - GreyFriars (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/ce273953.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies GreyFriars offers a tranquil garden setting with practical amenities. Enjoy meals all day at the vibrant coffee shop and two restaurants, and unwind at three distinct bars. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance the experience. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Business services £119 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-19&selected=12921400&PinnedHotelID=12921400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed Furnished patio Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Room ![Superior Room | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/2f8ee260.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room 9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews - 226 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/39ca3991.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 9.8 Exceptional 26 reviews - 205 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Junior Suite ![Junior Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/894d1d70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Duplex Suite ![Duplex Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/b005e5e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Duplex Suite 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite ![Deluxe Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/f6151e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Signature Suite ![Signature Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12930000/12921400/12921400/0373853d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Signature Suite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - 581 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColchester-Hotels-GreyFriars.h12921400.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColchester-Hotels-GreyFriars.h12921400.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Colchester is home to GreyFriars. Hollytrees Museum and The Minories Galleries are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Colchester Castle Museum and Jumbo Water Tower. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colchester Community Stadium or Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool. [Visit our Colchester travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester.dx4609) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.88996%2C0.90632&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GeQPUrEQ0GTwyWjIuZQ8s3_5TWA=) High Street, Colchester, England, CO1 1UG ### What's nearby - ![Colchester Castle Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081369/7503fe40-29b4-4424-9853-20ceb802d43a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Colchester Castle Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Hollytrees Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081391/babf94cb-17ec-4cb1-aaa3-bb82165f074c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hollytrees Museum 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Colchester Town Hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340810372/d960ada5-5cce-441d-9b18-b6ff7367e95b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Colchester Town Hall 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Mercury Theatre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532509185/933b690b-8720-435c-9081-0b9b62ee7c0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mercury Theatre 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Colchester Castle Museum 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles ### Getting around - Colchester Town Station 7 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - Three Wise Monkeys 4 min walk - Goat & Boot 4 min walk - Istanbul Delight 6 min walk - Other Monkey Tap Room 4 min walk - Small Talk Tearooms 6 min walk ## About this property ### GreyFriars Property highlights A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at GreyFriars. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and newspapers in the reception - A lift, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at GreyFriars boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property. 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Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 per person - 2 restaurants - 3 bars/lounges - A coffee shop/cafe - Snack bar/deli ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Braille/raised signage - Grab bar near toilet - Lift - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 2 buildings - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Free stocked minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 per person - Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night - Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as GreyFriars Hotel Colchester GreyFriars Colchester GreyFriars Hotel GreyFriars Colchester GreyFriars Hotel Colchester ## Frequently asked questions ### Is GreyFriars pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at GreyFriars? ### How much is parking at GreyFriars? ### What time is check-in at GreyFriars? ### What time is check-out at GreyFriars? ### Where is GreyFriars located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## GreyFriars Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 502 8 - Good 112 6 - Okay 29 4 - Poor 8 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlo 10 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Room was clean and comfortable, staff very friendly and helpful. ##### Carlo Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Martyn 17 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great room although was very cold on arrival but well furnished, super bathroom and comfortable ##### Martyn Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Finlee 25 Feb 2026 Rooms were lovely and clean and spacious. Lack of staff and very poor service at Breakfast. Standards of staffing have dropped since our last visit. Hardly anyone avilable. ##### Finlee Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josephine 22 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The surroundings were really pleasant. The staff couldn’t be more helpful, offering to take luggage to my room. The room was extremely clean and was above my expectations. ##### Josephine Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen 6 Nov 2025 We had a wonderful stay all the staff were very helpful, we will stay there again, ##### Helen Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Maria 29 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Firstly, the parking is very secure and free. The room was clean, but the coffee machine made lukewarm drinks and the base of the taps need a deep clean. The double bed was the smallest I've ever seen unless I wanted to pay hundreds more. Breakfast wasn't good, the scrambled egg was smothered in butter and salt, the bacon was dry and overcooked and the toast was cold and dry, dirty napkin and customers were asking for things like baked beans, coffeess etc and they were getting these. The young lad working on the bar was great, really polite and chatty. The woman on the bar took it upon herself to try my cocktail before serving it to me! So it really was a bit hit and miss. I'd have preferred Premier Inn to be honest. ##### Maria Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### J m 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hi lovely welcome great safe parking and to finish a great breakfast ##### J m Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth 27 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort A really pleasant stay, hotel is immaculate and very well situated. Pleasant and courteous staff Very enjoyable ##### Elizabeth Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise 5 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The room was clean, tidy and beautifully decorated. Which enhanced the luxuriousness of the standard room. ##### Denise Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a great hotel for a short stay in Colchester. A very good breakfast, large rooms, and the location is great if you want to explore Colchester (right by the castle and park). ##### Lauren Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Sophie 16 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Room was lovely bright and clean, the lady on Reception was lovely, we are in the restaurant which was excellent. The only downside was the breakfast which wasn’t very good. ##### Sophie Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### John 9 Nov 2025 Quality breakfast. Good quality decor. Good ambience. Comfortable bed. Quality bathroom- shower 👍👍 ##### John Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marielle 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a wonderful stay. Very convenient location, we could walk to everything. Reception team was lovely. Staff at breakfast service were a bit slow and could have been more attentive. Overall a great option! ##### Marielle Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vernon 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best hotel in Essex We stay at this hotel at least a couple of times a year and it never disappoints. Even the smallest rooms are a good size, the food and cocktails are excellent and the staff can't do enough for you. It's also very conveniently situated a two minute stroll to the high street. ##### Vernon Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda J 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Wonderful stay Hotel was lovely Staff great Fabulous location Need windows that open. ##### Amanda J Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Stephen 9 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great staff and service, decoration is oldy world and would benefit from a refreshuch like they have done with the reception area. Standard double rooms were fine with decent coffee and a Nespresso machine. Bed was ok . Shower was good hotel is very quiet and suffers less with noise than their competitors on the High Street. Breakfast was superb competitor on the High stlocal competion ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### KIM HO 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good locations Only a few minutes walk to the town. The room is spacious and the breakfast is delicious. ##### KIM HO Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### David 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A lot of money has obviously been spent on the hotel - to it's benefit, albeit it is somewhat quirky in places. Nevertheless, a very comfortable hotel, very handily placed for the centre of Colchester and surprisingly good value when you consider breakfast, wifi and parking are included. ##### David Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline 14 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fabulous hotel great staff, loved the bar and a fire in the evening ##### Caroline Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meaghan 6 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff make this such a great place to staff; always well taken care of! ##### Meaghan Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 29 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed our stay once again. The hotel is old school but lovely and the staff are great. The breakfast is fantastic! ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephen 13 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Brilliant friendly stay - will be back ##### stephen Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location Lovely stay and excellent customer service from all staff ##### Lucy Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Gwendoline 21 Jul 2025 It was very enjoyable, staff very helpful and friendly.will certainly come again. Thankyou very much. Gwendoline Adams ##### Gwendoline Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### steve 10 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely rooms, great food and service, lovely breakfast and minibar is a great bonus ##### steve Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > - [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > - [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > - [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > - [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > - [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > - [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > - [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > - [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > - [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > - [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > - [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > - [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > - [Donnington Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sevenoaks-Hotels-Donnington-Manor-Hotel.h865829.Hotel-Information) > - [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > - [White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-White-Hart.h11899395.Hotel-Information) > - [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > - [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > - [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > - [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > - [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > - [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > - [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > - [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > - [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > - [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > - [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) > - [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > - [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) ---