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Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

3.0 star property
Visitors explore the charm of this historic town before returning to the inviting hotel where attentive staff create a welcoming atmosphere for relaxation.

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Located near Colchester Town Hall, Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel welcomes travelers with a cozy bar and practical business center. Guests enjoy WiFi, free self-parking, and staff whose helpfulness consistently impresses previous visitors.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is €83
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
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About this property

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

  • Hotel near Colchester Castle Park
  • Located close to Colchester Castle Museum and firstsite, Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel provides a bar and a business centre. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and wedding services
    • A front desk safe, luggage storage and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 8.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel on 25 May 2026 start from €83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Colchester, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Colchester Castle Park and Colchester Castle Museum. Colchester Town Hall and firstsite are also within 1 mi (2 km). Hythe Station is 14 minutes by foot and Colchester Town Station is 17 minutes.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 754 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 754 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 754 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 754 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 754 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and comfortable with all we needed. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast had variety of options. Well located, 15 min walk up to castle area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old property, does show some signs of wear and tear which is understandable. Good car parking facilities. There was no food available when we stayed,(except breakfast which was good) but there are many good restaurants in the area. A pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was good , check in check out Breakfast was nice , i didnt use the bar area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, comfortable and spotlessly clean. Nice place to stay on Christmas Eve.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and pretty well-kept property. The staff were fantastic and the ambience was delightful. I was surprised at how modern the room was, but it was in one of the more modern wings.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value and comfortable stay at the Rose and Crown Hotel for our weekend break in Colchester. Clean room, friendly staff, lovely historic building.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

iona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has a lovely stay room was comfy clean and plenty of lovely condiments
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean, good location for transportation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was noisy but the night staff were excellent at finding a replacement immediately, despite the late hour and a busy hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly customer service, ideal location, will stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Swetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved the rustic look and feel of the hotel. The room was spacious and clean. The bathroom was modern with a rain shower. It is just a short wark to the town centre, which is a bonus. If I am back to Colchester I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth the stay

A recently renovated room and bathroom that was spacious, clean and comfortable. Walking distance to shopping and food precinct with a variety of shops, cafes and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Great stay , good breakfast and good accommodation and facilities and would recommend ,thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed as part of my daughter’s 21st. Ideal for Castle Park and centre. Did not disappoint
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
stayed the loads of times very nice hotel and full of history
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

JAVIER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good old building reaconditiined. Good service on breakfast, not so good on front desk, just ok. Área near the downtown, at walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, old rustic so much history
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very friendly welcome and after that the staff were always smiling and helpful. The room was lovely, looking out onto the courtyard, and clean. The radiator in the bathroom wasn't working (we were offered a different room but declined as we'd already unpacked) and handrails in the bath would have been helpful but we managed. They are clearly gearing up for Christmas and the tree in reception was beautifully decorated. The hotel itself is 14th-century, quirky and full of character and history, just as we like it, so we had a very happy stay and plan to return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quaint hotel- staff are excellent. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night visiting family, a clean and comfortable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, good service, onsite parking, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff Very helpful , breakfast brilliant, hope to book again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite nice historical hotel with a good management and staff😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, was given upgraded room, staff were excellent, very good breakfast, would definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024