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Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Colchester Castle Museum

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Enjoy a traditional room with a large window offering a view of vibrant flowers and a classic chandelier.
Step into the traditional Tudor-style reception area of the Rose & Crown Hotel, featuring a reception desk and welcoming potted plants.
Experience the rustic charm of this traditional inn, featuring exposed beams, wooden tables, and antique-style furniture.
Formal dining area with a long table and comfortable seating for a sophisticated meal.
Experience a cozy stay in this traditional room with two single beds, a wooden desk, and a stone wall.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €86
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Superior Four Poster Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
East Street, Colchester, England, CO1 2TZ

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Colchester Town Hall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Essex - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Hythe Station - 14 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪East St Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The New Town Tavern - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fridays Fish & Chips - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Naka Thai - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Goat & Boot - ‬6 min walk

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 a banquet hall
  • 1 meeting room, wedding services and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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

Languages

Croatian, English, French, German, Hungarian, Latvian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • The Tudor Bar/Brasserie

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

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

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 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20 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 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 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

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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 24 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel on 27 Jul 2025 start from €86.34, 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 1 mi (2 km) of Colchester Castle Museum, Colchester Town Hall and firstsite. Colchester Castle Park and Mercury Theatre 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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Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 687 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 687 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 687 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 687 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 687 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Lovely building
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Had an issue working the shower getting the temperature to what i required, not used before. Great service at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

It was an historic property... The bar was amazing by itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Quaint, charming
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Excellent modernization of a centuries-old building
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Lovely building, but with all the required modern appliances in the rooms. We had a really comfortable one nights stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Beautiful hotel with so much history and the staff are very welcoming, they were always happy to help. There cooked breakfast was great and cooked to your preference. Our room was noisy however we have addressed this with the hotel who welcomed our feedback
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The hotel was easy to find with a good size free car park, especially for me with a long wheelbase van. I had asked for a ground floor room and they certainly didn’t disappoint. My room at access from inside the hotel, but also a door directly out onto the car park. The room was large and comfortable with a full wet room bathroom. I had a lovely warm welcome in reception and the staff I met for my short one day were all first class. I will definitely stay here again the next time I am in this area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Amazing hotel, old rustic so much history
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

stayed the loads of times very nice hotel and full of history
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Few days in Colchester
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Only stayed one night visiting family, a clean and comfortable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10

Needs a bit of a upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

One night stay while we attended a charity ball near by. Good accommodation, easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

The room was large. We enjoyed our stay! Thank you to the hotel staff for helping us out!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

The breakfast was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The Rose and Crown was a lovely timber framed building but with modern facilities. The room was large, warm and comfortable with a couple of easy chairs which were an added bonus. The shower was good and easy to use. The breakfast was well presented and good and the staff were all pleasant and created a relaxed atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Quite nice historical hotel with a good management and staff😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

The QOS from when I checked in until I left was excellent . Take a bow Sian, Rowena and Daniel also the two European ladies
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

The hotel building has retained its historical charm. Our room was cosy, warm and comfortable. We kept an eye open but didn’t see the ghost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10

Lovely old building, full of character. Good choice of breakfast. Room decor was rather tired. But good value for the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025