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Tonight
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Tomorrow
29 Aug - 30 Aug
This weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug
Next weekend
4 Sept - 6 Sept

Our top choices for Colchester 3-star hotels

A modern hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a sign.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the airport.
A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a reception desk, a TV, and a dining area.
A modern kitchen with marble countertops, bar seating, and pendant lighting.

1. Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
Stansted
United Kingdom
Malcolm
€128
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A hallway with beige carpet, white walls, and dark doors.
A parking area with 'Electric Vehicle Charging Only' signs and a 'Hand Stretch' sign.
A hotel facade with a sign for St. Nicholas Hotel, adjacent to a building with a 'Three Wise Monkeys' sign.

2. St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel
Colchester
United Kingdom
Tricia
€75
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
St Nicholas Hotel
A hotel dining area with tables, chairs, and a view of the outdoors.
A Premier Inn hotel with a modern design, large windows, and a purple and white color scheme.

3. Premier Inn London Stansted Airport

Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
Bishop's Stortford
United States
Stephen
€76
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red pillows. There is a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted phone.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.
A reception area with a counter, seating, a television, and a bookshelf.
A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red pillows, a wooden headboard, a small table with a telephone and a sign, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

4. Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG
Bishop's Stortford
United States
Janet
€103
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple buildings, and a parking area.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the dining area.

5. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Colchester
United Kingdom
Tim
€76
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
A cozy outdoor seating area with two plush armchairs, a small table, and potted plants.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two red pillows, and a stack of white towels.
A bar area with wooden tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a stone wall backdrop.
A sunroom with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a view of the city.

6. Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds

Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds
Bury St Edmunds
United Kingdom
Claire
€85
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of a river and greenery.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a small table, a TV, a window with curtains, and a bathtub.
A restaurant with wooden beams, brick walls, and a stone floor. There are tables and chairs with blue and brown upholstery.
A white building with "The Mill Hotel" sign, a brick bridge, and a duck swimming in a pond.

7. The Mill Hotel

The Mill Hotel
Sudbury
United Kingdom
Elaine
€84
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Mill Hotel
A spacious indoor area with large windows, a brick column, and white furniture.
A cozy indoor seating area with two plush armchairs and a small table, a brick wall with framed pictures, and a large window overlooking a blue door.
A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a wooden headboard, and a sign reading "PURE" on the bed.
A bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a counter with a tap.

8. Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester
Colchester
Netherlands
Jelle
€84
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester
A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, a high ceiling, and a glass railing overlooking the area.
A view of a golf course with a clubhouse and a fenced area.
An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a high ceiling with a triangular design, and a view of the outside through large windows.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and multiple framed pictures on the wall.

9. The Essex Golf and Country Club

The Essex Golf and Country Club
Colchester
United Kingdom
Marie
€79
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Essex Golf and Country Club
A hotel reception with a brick facade and a sign above the entrance.
A lobby with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.
A lobby with a red carpet, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.
A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside lamps, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with curtains.

10. Orwell Hotel

Orwell Hotel
Felixstowe
United Kingdom
Alison
€72
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Orwell Hotel
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, some with cushions. There are plants around the room, and a kitchen area is visible in the background.
A reception desk with wooden cabinets, a potted plant, and various informational posters.
A two-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered walkway with potted plants.
A building with a green logo, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.

11. Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London

Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London
Basildon
United Kingdom
Joseph
€56
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London
An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.
A cozy seating area with a window overlooking a garden, featuring a variety of plants and a view of a building in the background.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, skylights, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.
A reception area with a sign reading "RECEPTION," wooden beams, a wooden counter, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with a view of the street.

12. The George of Colchester

The George of Colchester
Dutch Quarter
United Kingdom
Linda
€103
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The George of Colchester
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a prominent green and white sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern lounge area with a black leather sofa, red cushions, a wooden table, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a small table.

13. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
Braintree
United Kingdom
R m
€60
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and a sign reading "easyHotel."
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a mirror.
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a shower area, and a cityscape wall decoration.
A modern hotel room with a bright orange door, a coat rack with orange hangers, and a mirror on the wall.

14. easyHotel Ipswich

easyHotel Ipswich
Ipswich
United States
Diego
€36
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
easyHotel Ipswich
A dining table set with white napkins, wine glasses, and cutlery, with a view of trees and a building outside.
A spacious indoor dining area with large windows, white tablecloths, and gold chair sashes.
A garden with a wooden bench and a metal archway.
A courtyard with a gravel area, a neatly trimmed hedge, and a building with a large windowed section.

15. Best Western Priory Hotel

Best Western Priory Hotel
Bury St Edmunds
Australia
Rhonda
€88
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Best Western Priory Hotel
A building named 'The Oakland' with a reception area and a bar.
A row of beer taps with labels including 'Foster's' and 'Linch's'.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a coffee maker, a fan, and a trash bin.
The Oakland Hotel Reception with a sign above the entrance.

16. The Oakland

The Oakland
Chelmsford
United Kingdom
Paul
€93
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Oakland
A conservatory with tables set for dining, surrounded by glass walls and greenery.
A picnic setup with a table set for two, including a bottle of champagne, a glass, and a small vase with flowers.
A sign for the Best Western Claydon Hotel, indicating it has conference and function rooms, a restaurant, wedding facilities, and 36 bedrooms.

17. Best Western Claydon Hotel

Best Western Claydon Hotel
Ipswich
United Kingdom
Karen
€86
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Best Western Claydon Hotel
A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.
A spacious dining area with round tables and red chairs, featuring a mix of natural and artificial lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A bar area with a wooden counter, two bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

18. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
Colchester
United Kingdom
Rachel
€78
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
A window with a view of a beach, a blue sign, and a tree.
The exterior of The Hope Hotel with a 'Welcome' sign and a reception number.
A bar area with multiple tables and chairs, a refrigerator, and various bottles and glasses on the counter.
An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and chairs, a wooden deck, and a water tank.

19. The Hope Hotel

The Hope Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
United Kingdom
David
€116
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Hope Hotel
A boat with a cabin and a mast, set against a sunset sky.
A row of historic buildings with arched windows and a central building featuring a green awning.
A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.
A buffet table with various food items and bread.

20. Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO

Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO
Clacton-on-Sea
United Kingdom
Ewa
€70
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO
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A large brick building with arched windows and a tower.

Top Colchester Hotel Reviews

The Essex Golf and Country Club

The Essex Golf and Country Club

10/10 Excellent
"Really nice place to stay. Hotel room was clean"
Hannah 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Essex Golf and Country Club
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good
"All very good other than some weird black powder on some of the floor in the bedroom which looked like printer toner!"
Ann 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

8/10 Good
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Richard 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Colchester?
Expedia guests recommend The George of Colchester. It features a terrace and WiFi, and is around 0.16 kilometres northeast of the centre of Colchester. St Nicholas Hotel is another popular 3-star hotel. Located roughly 0.32 kilometres northeast of downtown, it offers an electric car charging station and soundproofed rooms.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Colchester?
Stay at a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to comfortable and well-kept rooms and amenities such as WiFi, fitness equipment and coffee and tea making facilities. These stays may also have an on-site bar and restaurant. Elevate your Colchester trip by opting for a 4-star hotel. With things like a spa and wellness centre, 24-hour room service and upscale bathroom products, you'll enjoy a superior level of comfort and relaxation.

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