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Colchester Travel Info

Number of hotels
2,357
Highest price
£125
Lowest price
£39
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?

Woodview Bed & Breakfast is a favourite with Expedia customers. It's a B&B offering free parking. Reviews from our site also recommend GreyFriars and The flag 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?

The Bakehouse, Coggeshall: This highly rated holiday home rental in Colchester is located in a rural location, and has a garden, a selection of games and laundry facilities to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. Other favourite homes for rent in Colchester are Luxurious 4-Bed with HotTub and Dual Living Areas and 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 our traveller reviews, University of Essex - Colchester Campus is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Colchester.

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

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel is a hotel with an indoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the children include Marks Tey Hotel Colchester and Kings Arms. 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?

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel is a favourite hotel for couples, and features 24-hour room service and flat-screen TVs. Other good choices for a romantic stay include Marks Tey Hotel Colchester and Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa. See all romantic hotels in Colchester.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Colchester?

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features a full-service spa and free Wi-Fi. Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel and Brook Red Lion Hotel are two other good options for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Colchester.

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

Holiday Inn Colchester, an IHG Hotel is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers a full-service spa and a restaurant for its human guests. Other good options to stay with your pet include Marks Tey Hotel Colchester and The Railway Sleeper Lodge . See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Colchester.

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

Mersea Island Holiday Park is a top resort with free parking and an indoor pool, and it's located on the beach . Other good options for your stay near the beach include Brook Red Lion Hotel and The Victory at Mersea. See more stays near the beach in Colchester.

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. Other good options if you'd like to stay near a golf course include Essex Golf & Country Club and Drapers Hotel. Visit Colchester Golf Club, Gosfield Lake Golf Club or Birch Grove Golf Club to perfect your golf swing. See more golf hotels in Colchester.

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