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1. Star Anglia Hotel

Star Anglia Hotel
Colchester
United Kingdom
Iain
£67
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Star Anglia Hotel
Deluxe Double Room, City View
Electric vehicle-charging station
Exterior
Hallway

2. St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel
Colchester
United Kingdom
Tricia
£71
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
St Nicholas Hotel
Breakfast buffet
Meeting facility
Exterior
Pool

3. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Colchester
United Kingdom
Nicholas
£54
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Restaurant
Bar (on property)
Food and drink
Terrace/patio

4. GreyFriars

GreyFriars
Colchester
Australia
Glenn
£126
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
GreyFriars
Reception
Pool
Point of interest
Bar (on property)

5. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Colchester
United States
long
£63
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Exterior
Garden
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)

6. The Kings Arms Broad Green

The Kings Arms Broad Green
Broad Green
United Kingdom
Yvonne
£60
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Kings Arms Broad Green
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible
Exterior
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Colchester
United Kingdom
Tim
£63
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Indoor wedding

8. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Colchester
United States
Tanya
£60
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Exterior
Interior
Restaurant
Superior Balcony

9. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel
Colchester
United Kingdom
Lee
£110
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Wivenhoe House Hotel
Restaurant
Deluxe Twin Room
Restaurant
Restaurant

10. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
Colchester
United Kingdom
Rachel
£69
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
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Top Colchester Hotel Reviews

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Novotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, helpful staff"
Susanna 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Novotel London Stansted Airport
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay when travelling via Stansted Airport."
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

8/10 Good
"Hate that you have to pay for parking and this is not mentioned when you book."
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
GreyFriars

GreyFriars

8/10 Good
"Excellent breakfast and superb Terrace Bar in the evening and perfect location for Colchester town centre."
Glenn 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
GreyFriars
The George of Colchester

The George of Colchester

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely clean room. Friendly staff and a great atmosphere in the bar area."
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The George of Colchester
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

8/10 Good
"Nice location close to Colchester town centre along with a decent gym, swimming pool and sauna all inclusive along with free parking. However the cleanliness good be improved as we found hair on our duvet and the room looked like it needed hoovering."
Muhammad 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

8/10 Good
"Very good suited our needs"
Paul 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

8/10 Good
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Richard 3-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester
Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent
"Pleasant and quiet if you can hear someone saying hello it’s a parrot!!!"
Jason 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Colchester?
Visitors love the significant historical sites they discover on holiday in Colchester. Why not make your visit more savoury and check out some of the lively bars?
How many historical hotels are there in Colchester?
In Colchester, you'll find 365 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the top historical places and other sights to visit in Colchester?
Colchester is notable for landmarks like Colchester Town Hall, Colchester Castle Museum and Dedham Vale. Cultural venues include Mercury Theatre, Hollytrees Museum and East Anglian Railway Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Arts Centre.
What is a historic hotel like in Colchester?
When you book a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two in a building that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Colchester, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value along with how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Colchester have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Colchester, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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