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1. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns4.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (898 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(898 reviews)
The price is £56
£56
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
2. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG3.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
8.2/10
Very good
(1,000 reviews)
The price is £55
£55
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
3. Wivenhoe House Hotel
Wivenhoe House Hotel4.0 star property
Colchester
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (662 reviews)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(662 reviews)
The price is £122
£122
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
4. Birds Farm
Birds Farm3.0 star property
Colchester
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
- Creating family memories with pool fun in Colchester apartments, just minutes from historic castle and University of Essex.
The price is £105
£105
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
5. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG4.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
8.2/10
Very good
(1,000 reviews)
- Family paradise in historic Colchester offers kids' playground, indoor pool, and relaxing spa amenities.
The price is £56
£56
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
6. GreyFriars
GreyFriars4.0 star property
Colchester
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (721 reviews)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(721 reviews)
The price is £130
£130
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
7. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel3.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (803 reviews)
8.2/10
Very good
(803 reviews)
The price is £84
£84
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
8. Kingscliff Hotel
Kingscliff Hotel3.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (655 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(655 reviews)
The price is £78
£78
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
9. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester3.5 star property
Colchester
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(383 reviews)
The price is £69
£69
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
10. The Victory at Mersea
The Victory at Mersea4.0 star property
Colchester
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (286 reviews)
8.4/10
Very good
(286 reviews)
The price is £95
£95
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top Frating Hotel Reviews
Wivenhoe House Hotel
Wivenhoe House HotelColchester
10/10 Excellent
Great place. Lovely rooms. Very clean. Great breakfast!
Great place. Lovely rooms. Very clean. Great breakfast!
David
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's InnsClacton-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
Staff very helpful and polite from the house keeping staff to the reception. Room was a good size, clean beds for us were too soft but once found a reasonable comfortable position had a reasonable sleep. Can I just say that when customers are asking for an early booking in time and booking breakfast before arriving, it would be helpful if you could inform the customers that they needed to pay for the extras on arrival or as soon as the reception opens at 1330hrs. As there was a bit of a mix up...
Staff very helpful and polite from the house keeping staff to the reception. Room was a good size, clean beds for us were too soft but once found a reasonable comfortable position had a reasonable sleep. Can I just say that when customers are asking for an early booking in time and booking breakfast before arriving, it would be helpful if you could inform the customers that they needed to pay for the extras on arrival or as soon as the reception opens at 1330hrs. As there was a bit of a mix up...
David
GreyFriars
GreyFriarsColchester
10/10 Excellent
One of the most stunning hotels in the UK that I have ever stayed in. Impeccable service.
One of the most stunning hotels in the UK that I have ever stayed in. Impeccable service.
Anonymous traveller
Chudleigh Hotel
Chudleigh HotelClacton-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
Can’t fault anything would definitely stay there again so thoughtful everything catered for excellent and very friendly
Can’t fault anything would definitely stay there again so thoughtful everything catered for excellent and very friendly
Gary
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHGColchester
10/10 Excellent
I think it was very good value for the price would recommend it to other people
I think it was very good value for the price would recommend it to other people
Anonymous traveller
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
The North Hill Hotel, ColchesterColchester
10/10 Excellent
Lovely stay with very nice staff. Would definitely book again if in the area again.
Lovely stay with very nice staff. Would definitely book again if in the area again.
James
Ryegate House Colchester
Ryegate House ColchesterDutch Quarter
10/10 Excellent
Ideal location for walking to the centre. On site free parking a major boon
Ideal location for walking to the centre. On site free parking a major boon
Chris
Kingscliff Hotel
Kingscliff HotelClacton-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
A great hotel which is made fantastic by its staff, all of whom are very friendly, nothing is too much trouble. We spent a lovely 2 nights here and Holland on Sea is Essex's best kept secret.
A great hotel which is made fantastic by its staff, all of whom are very friendly, nothing is too much trouble. We spent a lovely 2 nights here and Holland on Sea is Essex's best kept secret.
Mitch
Hintlesham Hall Hotel
Hintlesham Hall HotelIpswich
10/10 Excellent
This hotel is for chillers only. Just relax and forget all your worries. Fantastic food, great staff, top class facility. BUT; dont have a 2nd floor room when it's the hottest weekend of the year. Not that you'll know when you book but it was just too hot. No air conditioning just a small noisy fan so took the edge off the chill factor! However, its was a fantastic base to explore west Suffolk. Do try it.......
This hotel is for chillers only. Just relax and forget all your worries. Fantastic food, great staff, top class facility. BUT; dont have a 2nd floor room when it's the hottest weekend of the year. Not that you'll know when you book but it was just too hot. No air conditioning just a small noisy fan so took the edge off the chill factor! However, its was a fantastic base to explore west Suffolk. Do try it.......
John
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Best Western The Rose & Crown HotelColchester
10/10 Excellent
For an old building the place was beautifully kept and the new annex building was also clean and stunning
For an old building the place was beautifully kept and the new annex building was also clean and stunning
Anonymous traveller
The Victory at Mersea
The Victory at MerseaColchester
10/10 Excellent
Was doing a walk for Macmillan's as i have stayed there a few times before with my late wife i knew how good it was and was not disappointed good food cold Newcastle brown and a good nights sleep spot on Triple A full marks
Was doing a walk for Macmillan's as i have stayed there a few times before with my late wife i knew how good it was and was not disappointed good food cold Newcastle brown and a good nights sleep spot on Triple A full marks
Len
Frinton Escapes
Frinton EscapesFrinton-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
Great place to stay definitely recommend
Great place to stay definitely recommend
Michele
Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa
Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and SpaColchester
10/10 Excellent
Great room
And very good food
Great room
And very good food
Damon
Colchester Boutique Hotel
Colchester Boutique HotelColchester
10/10 Excellent
We have stayed at the Colchester Boutique Hotel before. Lorraine made us very welcome and she was very helpful on giving us directions before we arrived. Our room was full of character, very clean with luxurious bath products, a good range of teas/coffee and complimentary water on arrival. There is a fabulous Indian restaurant next door called Basca but we didn't have time to visit as we were here for a gig at the Colchester Arts Centre which was only a short walk away. Roland looked after us...
We have stayed at the Colchester Boutique Hotel before. Lorraine made us very welcome and she was very helpful on giving us directions before we arrived. Our room was full of character, very clean with luxurious bath products, a good range of teas/coffee and complimentary water on arrival. There is a fabulous Indian restaurant next door called Basca but we didn't have time to visit as we were here for a gig at the Colchester Arts Centre which was only a short walk away. Roland looked after us...
Philippa
The George of Colchester
The George of ColchesterDutch Quarter
10/10 Excellent
Great nights sleep in a comfortable room.
Great nights sleep in a comfortable room.
Carol
St Nicholas Hotel
St Nicholas HotelColchester
10/10 Excellent
Central clean quiet nice view has balcony which would be ideal for warmer weather
Central clean quiet nice view has balcony which would be ideal for warmer weather
Anonymous traveller
The Railway
The RailwayIpswich
10/10 Excellent
Great hotel and restaurant
Great hotel and restaurant
Jamie
Frequently Asked Questions
What's Frating like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, Frating is a good choice. There are some interesting activities that the entire family might enjoy. Take to the air and fly into London (SEN-Southend), which is located 25.3 mi (40.7 km) from the city centre.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Frating?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Frating is 727 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Frating?
While you and your family are visiting Frating, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Mercury Theatre and Princes Theatre. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as West Cliff Theatre and Colchester Zoo.