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Premier Inn Colchester - A12

Premier Inn Colchester - A12

Premier Inn Colchester - A12
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4)
"Very quiet, comfortable and affordable "
United States
Nana Kofi
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Colchester - A12
Front of property
The Kings Arms, Colchester A120

The Kings Arms, Colchester A120

The Kings Arms, Colchester A120
3.0 star property
Colchester
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"Went well, a bit out of the way but that was the idea."
United Kingdom
Oladapo
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Kings Arms, Colchester A120
Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, room was clean, limited wardrobe space."
United Kingdom
Patricia
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Front of property
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms
2.5 star property
Colchester
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Regularly stay here on business - rooms are beautifully done and staff are friendly. "
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms
Indoor pool
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
4.0 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"breakfast was very good , Staff were friendly and plenty of parking. "
United Kingdom
Papa
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland
4.0 star property
Colchester
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (93)
"Lovely stay"
United Kingdom
Mr
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
Standard Room | Terrace/patio
Milsoms

Milsoms

Milsoms
3.0 star property
Colchester
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Lovely location and very good food. "
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Milsoms
Lounge
The Jasmine Room

The Jasmine Room

The Jasmine Room
3.0 star property
Colchester
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"beautiful location, warm welcome, fantastic breakfast, would stay again."
United Kingdom
steve
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
The Jasmine Room
Reception
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
4.0 star property
Colchester
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Rooms are nice, staff are very friendly. "
United Kingdom
Dhyan
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (301)
"Old world charm and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns
Restaurant
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
Colchester
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"The staff were absolutely fantastic across the board, thank you for making a last minute stay much less stressful!"
United States
Jace
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
Front of property
The Kings Arms, Colchester A120

The Kings Arms, Colchester A120

The Kings Arms, Colchester A120
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (125)
"We liked the view from the room and the breakfast options"
United Kingdom
Diane
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
The Kings Arms, Colchester A120
Terrace/patio
Drapers Hotel

Drapers Hotel

Drapers Hotel
3.5 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (200)
"Not enough parking but hotel really good"
United Kingdom
Neil
Drapers Hotel
Interior
Kensington Bliss - 3 Bedroom House in Colchester

Kensington Bliss - 3 Bedroom House in Colchester

Kensington Bliss - 3 Bedroom House in Colchester
2.0 star property
Colchester
The price is €169
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Kensington Bliss - 3 Bedroom House in Colchester
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette
Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"The facilities were really good and everything was clean and tidy. The manger was super helpful"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Ryegate House Colchester
Terrace/patio
The Victory at Mersea

The Victory at Mersea

The Victory at Mersea
4.0 star property
Colchester
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (248)
"Really helpful staff great stay "
United Kingdom
Maureen Claire
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Victory at Mersea
Exterior
The WoolPack Inn

The WoolPack Inn

The WoolPack Inn
3.0 star property
Colchester
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (143)
"What a fantastic friendly pub / hotel, I would recommend you visit this place. "
United Kingdom
Steven
The WoolPack Inn
Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Woodview Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
Colchester
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"prime example of a lovely British B&B. will use again !"
United Kingdom
Gerald
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
Standard Triple Room
The Railway Sleeper Lodge

The Railway Sleeper Lodge

The Railway Sleeper Lodge
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39)
"Really nice stay the room was lovely and the bathroom was spacious "
United Kingdom
Lucy
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
Terrace/patio
Pet friendly 2 bed caravan in coopers beach

Pet friendly 2 bed caravan in coopers beach

Pet friendly 2 bed caravan in coopers beach
Mersea Island
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7)
"Great caravan close to all activities and would definitely visit again "
United Kingdom
Julie
The price is €239
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Pet friendly 2 bed caravan in coopers beach
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Top Colchester Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel right next to airport. Family room was spotless and a great size. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Would definitely stay here again"
Wayne 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

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Colchester Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,105
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
€55
Highest Price
€239

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Colchester?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. This destination's bars offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the historic sites are a cultural highlight.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Colchester?
While you're deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Colchester: University of Essex - Colchester Campus - Guests can enjoy free parking, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Colchester?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: 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 Colchester is 727 mm.
What is there to see and do in Colchester?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore the area around Colchester. Get out into nature with places such as Colchester Castle Park, Beth Chatto Garden and High Woods Country Park. Cultural attractions include Colchester Castle Museum, Mercury Theatre and Colchester Arts Centre. Visit landmarks such as Colchester Town Hall, Layer Marney Tower and Jumbo Water Tower.
What's the best way to get to and around Colchester while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Colchester in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is London (SEN-Southend), located 23.8 mi (38.3 km) from the city centre. An alternative is London (STN-Stansted), located 27.2 mi (43.8 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. To check out more of the area, catch a train at Colchester Town Station, Colchester Station or Hythe Station.

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