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 ![Daily full breakfast (GBP 6.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25053100/25053081/5fe95b8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25053100/25053081/5235022d.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) ![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) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25060000/25053100/25053081/1ea1ea7f.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. 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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 - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬18 min walk - ‪Quayside Cafe - ‬16 min walk - ‪Horse And Groom Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 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), wedding services and a 24-hour front desk - 15 meeting rooms, smoke-free property and a vending machine Room features All 50 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Showers and free toiletries - Communal kitchens, heating and weekly housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children - 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. Ask a question ## University of Essex - Colchester Campus Reviews 7.8 ### Good 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) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 16 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8/10 Good #### Aziz 22 Aug 2024 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort Nice place to stay rooms are basic , clean Can use common kitchen for making tea or coffee ##### Aziz Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jafer 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Staff were very helpful, but a bit difficult to get around as its a huge complex ##### Jafer Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jafer 15 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Real value for money. A bit difficult to find your way around as it is a big campus, but it was 2nd visit for me, so it was a breeze ##### Jafer Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 23 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Typical University Accommodation! Good value for money. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 ### 2/10 Terrible #### David 29 Apr 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Terrible ##### David Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Michael 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Key fob didn't work, had to keep running back and forth from my room to reception until I had a fob that worked, when I had one that finally worked it didn't when I returned on Saturday and had to get another fob so I could enter my block and room which had No TV and No kettle which meant was unable to make a cup of tea or porridge for breakfast. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### James 16 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities DIRECTIONS: The reception is in the main square area and on maps as 'Event Essex'. To get here, you should park at 'Car Park B' by 'Essex Sport Gym'. The room is fine and cheap, you should expect this. You can park right outside to unload, then park the car 100m away. The reception was near impossible to find and I had no idea where to park for it. This really needs to be explained before arrival. The phone number provided was closed. The corridor stank so thickly of smoke that I found it hard to breathe and I'm not asthmatic. The food options were minimal, terrible, overpriced, unhealthy and one morning there was a stench of sewage while I ate. However, the staff were friendly, the kitchens good, it is easy to get to and the room was good. ##### James Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Blanka 8 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I was very happy with the room itself and the price I paid for it booking only couple of days beforehand. Nice and fresh with lots of storage and a clean ensuite bathroom I'd compare the facilities to Travelodge or Ibis(but no TV). However. This being a university campus, it was A bit difficult to find and park in the correct place and was quite a walk to reception and the actual room. Got given a map of the campus and had to find the room myself. Not the easiest task with a luggage -just Keep that in mind. Also I guess my timing wasn't great as all the students returning to uni after the summer holiday's meant lot's of noise and partying at night - not a quiet place to sleep for sure (thanks God for earplugs) - but it might be quieter during the school holidays. Would I stay again at the price? Probably yes given I couldn't find anything else. P.s. the grounds are fantastic with a nice park and lovely lakes and lots of benches to sit down and enjoy the surroundings. ##### Blanka Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Steven 8 Jun 2025 ##### Steven Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### j 13 Apr 2025 ##### j Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle 9 Oct 2024 ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Nicholas 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Nicholas Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### David 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### David Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorna 22 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Lorna Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### HANAD 16 Aug 2024 ##### HANAD Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rajesh 18 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Rajesh Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property is well spaced out over a large area. Therefore it means a 10 minute walk to reception, 10 mins to accommodation, 5 mins back to car park. There are hills and stairs. The accommodation is basic, but quite adequate. As it is only available during Summer, there are not many people at the University and the internet speed is excellent! The doors tend to slam, but overall it was a good experience ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Rahaf 29 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Rahaf Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 25 Aug 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 8 Sept 2018 #### Essex University Campus- Colchester. Good VFM This is Campus accommodation. The price reflects what you get, whilst saying that, it was value for money. A very friendly team upon arrival who were most helpful. The room is campus accommodation, so dont go expecting Egyptian Cotton bedding, welcome trays, televisions etc. The important thing was that it was extremely clean, the bed comfortable, safe and secure. The campus has a number of facilities for dining and bars together with a number of various shops. Car parking within easy walking distance. Good power supply for my computer and free Wi Fi. All in all it offers good value for money against what else was available in the area. If i was in the area again I would book it again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Timothy 28 Aug 2018 #### Uni Campus Colchester The room was tidy if not a bit basic, but was very quiet. ##### Timothy Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Kevin 23 Aug 2018 #### Great stay Very happy with my stay 10/10 ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Jonathan 12 Aug 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Jonathan Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)