Title: University of Essex - Colchester Campus Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # University of Essex - Colchester Campus Hostel in Colchester with 3 restaurants and bars/lounges ![Full breakfast on weekdays (GBP 6.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25053100/25053081/5fe95b8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Economy Single Room (shared bathroom) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25053100/25053081/0d2bdc34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25053100/25053081/5235022d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25053100/25053081/1ea1ea7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fitness studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25053100/25053081/9593f1b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The property on the University of Essex - Colchester Campus offers a peaceful garden retreat and dining options at three distinct restaurants. Visitors stay connected with complimentary WiFi and can grab refreshments at two coffee shops before exploring nearby attractions. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Gym - 24/7 front desk - Bar - Laundry - Breakfast available - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 6 - Nov 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=25053081&PinnedHotelID=25053081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=25053081&PinnedHotelID=25053081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 7 - Nov 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=25053081&PinnedHotelID=25053081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=25053081&PinnedHotelID=25053081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=25053081&PinnedHotelID=25053081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=25053081&PinnedHotelID=25053081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=25053081&PinnedHotelID=25053081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=25053081&PinnedHotelID=25053081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25053100/25053081/c426f087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Single Room (with en-suite) ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Desk - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColchester-Hotels-University-Of-Essex-Colchester-Campus.h25053081.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FColchester-Hotels-University-Of-Essex-Colchester-Campus.h25053081.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C51.87773%2C0.94721&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ekk13uwevsKPoIZNI6qGpjKZet4=) University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, England, CO4 3SQ #### What's nearby - University of Essex - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Colchester Castle Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Colchester Town Hall - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles - Beth Chatto Garden - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles - Colchester Zoo - 14 min drive - 6.5 miles #### Getting around - Colchester Great Bentley Station - 11 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 70 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Horse And Groom Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive - ‪Quayside Cafe - ‬16 min walk - ‪Henley's Fish and Chips - ‬3 min drive - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬18 min walk ## About this property ### University of Essex - Colchester Campus Property highlights At University of Essex - Colchester Campus, you can look forward to a corner/local shop, 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden. Make sure that you enjoy a meal at the 3 on-site restaurants, including breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a hair salon and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), ATM/banking services and a vending machine - A billiards/pool table, wedding services and a gift shop Room features All 50 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. 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2 bars/lounges - 2 coffee shops/cafes - 3 restaurants ### Restaurants on site - Blue's Cafe - Buffalo Joe's - Canteen - Su Bar - TopBar ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Gym ### Family friendly - Grocery/convenience store - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Gift shop/newsstand - Grocery/convenience store - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (weekly) - Wedding services ### Business services - 15 meeting rooms - Conference centre ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Desk - Heating - Shared accommodation ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: \[Information Point\] ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.00 for adults and from GBP 6.00 for children 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility ### Property is also known as University Essex Colchester Campus Hostel University Essex Campus Hostel University Essex Campus Hoste University of Essex Colchester Campus University of Essex - Colchester Campus Colchester ## Frequently asked questions ### Is University of Essex - Colchester Campus pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at University of Essex - Colchester Campus? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at University of Essex - Colchester Campus? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at University of Essex - Colchester Campus? > Checkout is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is University of Essex - Colchester Campus located? > Situated in Colchester, this hostel is steps from University of Essex and within 3 mi (5 km) of High Woods Country Park and Hollytrees Museum. Colchester Visitor Information Centre and The Minories Galleries are also within 3 miles (5 km). Hythe Station is 24 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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