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Your Great Bentley Holiday

The easiest way to experience this unique city is with a tailor-made Great Bentley holiday package. Stay in the neighbourhood of Mistley, which is great for families, history and nature or go someplace else — our package deals are all about you. If your trip to Great Bentley includes a little sightseeing, drop by much-loved attractions like University of Essex, Beth Chatto Garden and Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool. Whoever you're heading away with and whatever the size of your budget, your dream Great Bentley holiday is just clicks away with Expedia.

Great Bentley Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
British pounds sterling
Closest Airport
Southend Airport (SEN)
Population
1,550
Max Temp Winter
7ºC
Max Temp Summer
21ºC
Top Sights
Colchester Zoo, Colchester Castle Museum and Mercury Theatre

Top hotels in Great Bentley

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

4 out of 5
Ranelagh Road, Ipswich, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £49 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£49
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Clean/ friendly staff comfortable!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

B&B HOTEL Ipswich
St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel

3 out of 5
High Street St Nicholas Hotel, Colchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £68 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£68
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (720 reviews)
"Great location, facilities in George Hotel a minute walk away."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

St Nicholas Hotel
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

4 out of 5
Brook Park, Valley Road, Clacton-on-Sea, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £50 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£50
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (723 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
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Popular places to visit

Colchester Zoo showing animals and zoo animals

Colchester Zoo

Feed elephants and giraffes, watch a falconry display and meet the fearsome Komodo dragons at one of the U.K.’s best zoos.

Colchester Zoo
Colchester Castle Park showing heritage architecture and château or palace

Colchester Castle Park

Ride a pedalo on the boating lake, enjoy a game of mini golf or simply spend an afternoon relaxing in Colchester’s most popular public park.

Colchester Castle Park
Flatford Mill

Flatford Mill

Find out about the history of Colchester when you take a trip to Flatford Mill. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Flatford Mill

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Great Bentley travel package cost?
Starting from just , a package is your portal to cheaper travel. Create your own Great Bentley getaway by selecting from our great range of flights, hotels and rental cars.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Great Bentley travel package?
It's hard to predict what the future holds, so it's comforting to know that you can change or cancel your Great Bentley travel package. If you made your booking in the last 24 hours, you may be entitled to a refund. If your booking is older, your airline, hotel or car rental company may charge a fee. Check our Customer Service Portal to learn more.
How do I get a cheap travel package to Great Bentley?
Booking a Great Bentley holiday package with Expedia is one of the best ways to save. We offer more than 550 air carriers and 1,000,000 hotels all over the world. With such an extensive range to choose from, you'll have no difficulty pulling together your perfect holiday.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Great Bentley holidays?
Your bank balance shouldn't prevent you from escaping on holiday, so Expedia has come up with a solution to help. Now that we've partnered with online lender Klarna, it's easier than ever to book a dream getaway without using up all your savings. Klarna offers flexible payment options at checkout that take the stress out of budgeting for your trip. Check out these flexible payment options:

  • Pay monthly holidays: Make your holiday dreams come true sooner with Klarna's monthly instalment plans. If paying bite-sized amounts each month sounds right for you, choose this option at checkout.
  • Pay in instalments holidays: If you'd prefer to pay off your getaway across multiple transactions, holidays paid in instalments might be the right option for your Book Now, Pay Later holiday through Klarna.
  • Low deposit holidays: Hitting the "book now" button is much easier with this payment option. Just put down a small deposit on your holiday and then start working on your travel itinerary.

What are the top hotels in Great Bentley?
Wivenhoe House Hotel and The George of Colchester are two of the most well-known hotels in Great Bentley. Why not look up the amenities and rates at each and then decide?
How far in advance should I book my Great Bentley holiday?
Travellers are generally able to browse international airfares on Expedia within 12 months of the departure date. Booking late? With a little bit of luck, it's still possible to score an affordable ticket only weeks before your flight.
What does an Expedia Great Bentley travel package include?
With Expedia, you can select any combination of flights, car rentals and hotels to build your ideal Great Bentley package. Once you've made your booking, you can add on fun stuff like day tours and activities. Remember — the more you bundle, the greater the savings!
What should I know before booking a Great Bentley travel package?
When you book your hotels, flights and car rentals together, you'll be rewarded with great discounts. Whether you're planning an island getaway in a villa or want to stay in a luxurious city hotel, Expedia will help make it happen.
Can I choose my airline with a Great Bentley Expedia travel package?
Expedia offers access to more than 550 partner airlines globally, so you definitely can. Just choose your favourite carrier and create your ideal Great Bentley trip.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.