It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Colchester Zoo, located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from central Colchester. If you have fun at Colchester Zoo, you'll love Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Natural History Museum, both located nearby.
Colchester Castle Park is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Colchester, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Beth Chatto Garden and High Woods Country Park, both nearby.
Explore the great outdoors at Beth Chatto Garden, a lovely green space in Elmstead Market. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Notable for its castle, Colchester features attractions such as Colchester Town Hall and Xtreme Gaming. Visitors to this historical city speak highly of the bars whereas sights include Colchester Castle Museum and firstsite.
If you like your history Colchester has plenty to offer - the Romans first major British city, the Castle, events in the English Civil War, etc. The Main Street has an array of shops and many interesting (and historical) places to eat and drink
Allan
8.0/10
Good
A lovely city with lots of character, castle and gardens among the best on a sunny afternoon. Great shopping for the whole family. Massive selection of restaurants and clubs all in walking distance. Generally felt friendly and safe.
George
8.0/10
Good
Oldest Roman city in U.K. with great visitor attractions. The castle guided tour taking you to the vaults and the roof are worth the extra spend and time.
Steve
8.0/10
Good
We visted the Zoo, Colchester Castle and Poplar Garden Centre. Loved them all, looking forward to the next trip.
Anonymous traveler
8.0/10
Good
Colchester has many shops, dinining options, seemed good busses from very near hotel. People in shops friendly and helpful. Road system confusing to non local.
Anonymous traveler
10.0/10
Excellent
Colchester has many beautiful locations just slightly tucked away from the main town, if you know where to look, they are easily found
matthew
10.0/10
Excellent
Have not been to Colchester for more than thirty years, much has changed, but still recognisable landmarks. Worth a visit.
Phil
10.0/10
Excellent
We love Colchester, it has lots of different/quirky shops which makes it great for bespoke gifts.
Nigel
10.0/10
Excellent
If uou want to go to the Colchester Castle Museum, go in the afternoon after the schoolchildren have returned to school!
Dianne
8.0/10
Good
We were there to try some of the real ale pubs &there are quite a few. We also had a great meal at The Britannia & Gurkha Restaurant & Bar. Would definitely recommend that. There is a bus stop next to the hotel &the train station is 15 mins walk
"I had a really nice stay at The WoolPack Inn. I liked the way the room was decorated and it was lovely and clean. Daily housekeeping too which was great. Staff were really friendly and happy to help. Only small downside was that the room was pretty small - no wardrobe (just some hangers on some pegs)/vanity area. However, this didn't affect my stay. The tea tray/mini fridge was well stocked with everything you'd need!
There is very little sound proofing so it can be noisy - however when I stayed the nights were pretty quiet."
"Located behind "Kind of Spice" so type that in when looking for this place. No lift in the annex building, which is where our room was (2nd flr). Otherwise, kind staff and clean rooms. Complimentary bottles of water at the FD, just ask. Breakfast selection was fantastic; you can pay the night before and save 4bucks compared to the day of. No dinner service, but the bar is open in the evening from 5:30- 10:15pm. "King of Spice" (curry) is right around the corner, so we had dinner there instead. NO a/c. -JB from Cali"
"I expected to be in the annex, but the room was very good and had a balcony.
Food was excellent, generous portions.
To be honest, I thought the wine was a bit pricey.
Very nice garden, and plenty of parking.
The hotel is a training hotel, so the staff are knowledgeable. "
"First time staying at a Holiday Inn Express and it was amazing! We stayed for the Ed Sheeran concert and upon arrival we were gifted a brown bag with water, biscuits & a Kit Kat, so thoughtful. The bar and food were great and reasonably priced. The room was big, clean and beds were very comfy. "
You can choose a great hotel in Colchester from $71 with properties to suit all budgets and needs. University of Essex - Colchester Campus is one low-cost option that's popular with our travelers. To find an affordable hotel in Colchester that meets all of your requirements, just apply filters on Hotels.com, and sort hotels by "Price: low to high". If you're a member, don't forget to sign in to your account to unlock more savings.
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What are some top pet-friendly hotels in Colchester?
Our travelers' top pet-friendly hotels in Colchester include:
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What are some of the best hotels in Colchester for couples?
Stay at a top-rated Colchester romantic hotel and make the most of your couple's vacation. Our travelers love Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa, a hotel with a restaurant and an indoor pool. Another romantic hotel with top reviews is Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool for a perfect stay. Use the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and select "Adults only" or "Romantic" to find even more hotels in Colchester for couples on Hotels.com.
What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Colchester?
Some of the best Colchester hotels for kids include Kings Arms, Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG, and Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester. Kings Arms is a kid-friendly hotel with a guest score of 8.6 out of 10 plus family-friendly amenities like children's meals, free parking, and free breakfast. Check out Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG with a guest score of 8. This popular hotel has an indoor pool, children's meals, a playground, and more. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester is another good option with an indoor pool and children's meals. Discover more kid-friendly hotels in Colchester by using the Hotels.com "Family friendly" filter in your search.
What are the top Colchester hotels with a pool?
Discover some of the best Colchester hotels with a pool for a little extra luxury on your trip. Talbooth House & Spa is a great hotel with an outdoor pool and a guest rating of 10 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its hot tub and full-service spa. Peresteda Apartments is a popular hotel that features an indoor pool along with a full-service spa and a restaurant. You can select "Pool" in the "Amenities" filter of your search on Hotels.com to find even more places to stay in Colchester with a pool.
What are some of the best Colchester hotels with free parking?
If you're driving, a great Colchester hotel with free parking is a bonus. Our travelers' favorites include:
Book your stay at a stylish boutique hotel in Colchester. Drapers Hotel is a popular hotel with our travelers, offering guests a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges as well as individually decorated guestrooms with deep soaking bathtubs and free WiFi.
What are some popular hotels in central Colchester?
For hotels in central Colchester, check out North Hill Hotel and Talbooth House & Spa. Travelers love North Hill Hotel for its location, as well as the bar/lounge, coffee shop/cafe and free WiFi this hotel offers. Talbooth House & Spa is another popular central hotel with an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a full-service spa.
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There's a lot visitors like about Colchester, especially its bars and historical sites. Take in the local culture of Colchester at Colchester Castle Museum and Mercury Theatre. While you're here, stop by Colchester Town Hall and Xtreme Gaming.
