Marks Tey Hotel Colchester
4.0 star property

Eco-certified hotel with health club and 24-hour front desk

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Marks Tey Hotel Colchester

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Front of property
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Marks Tey Hotel Colchester

7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
The price is €70
Price available on 21/4/2024

Explore the area

London Road, Colchester, England, CO6 1DU
  • Popular LocationColchester Zoo5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLayer Marney Tower8 min drive
  • Popular LocationColchester Castle Park9 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)38 min drive
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Room options

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Family Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Executive Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Accessible Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Laptop workspace
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Family Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Colchester

Located in Colchester, Marks Tey Hotel Colchester is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Colchester Castle Park and Beth Chatto Garden, while Colchester Zoo and Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum are popular local attractions. Layer Marney Tower and University of Essex are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

What's nearby

  • Colchester Zoo - 5 min drive
  • Layer Marney Tower - 8 min drive
  • Colchester Castle Park - 9 min drive
  • Colchester Town Hall - 9 min drive
  • University of Essex - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Colchester Marks Tey Station - 8 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Live & Let Live - 5 min drive
  • Jhaal - 7 min walk
  • Starbucks - 5 min drive
  • The Cricketers - 6 min drive

About this property

Marks Tey Hotel Colchester

Eco-certified hotel near Colchester Zoo
Located close to Layer Marney Tower and Colchester Castle Park, Marks Tey Hotel Colchester provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Brasserie Restaurant, the on-site brasserie. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has a bar and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and an electric car charging station
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage and meeting rooms
Room features
All 110 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shower/bath combinations
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and limited housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Brasserie Restaurant

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • One-time housekeeping
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,690 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

This property is undergoing renovations from 22 September 2023 to 30 March 2024 (completion date subject to change).
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 30.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and from GBP 7.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Does Marks Tey Hotel Colchester have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Marks Tey Hotel Colchester?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marks Tey Hotel Colchester on 21 Apr 2024 start from €70.01, 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.

Is Marks Tey Hotel Colchester pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Marks Tey Hotel Colchester?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marks Tey Hotel Colchester?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marks Tey Hotel Colchester?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marks Tey Hotel Colchester located?

Situated in Colchester, this eco-certified hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Colchester Zoo, Layer Marney Tower and Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum. Colchester Castle Park and University of Essex are also within 9 mi (15 km). Colchester Marks Tey Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Marks Tey Hotel Colchester Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 822 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 822 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 822 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 822 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 822 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were amazing but the gym and pool facilities have definitely seen better days
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Zainab

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, staff were all friendly and accommodating. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very comfortable room bit noidy at night though
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very good,close to where we wanted to be.breakfast and dinner very good .could not fault this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frans H

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Although we were told that there would be works going on and that there would be Afghan refugees, these issues were not interfering with our stay. Staff vey pleasant and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MR STEPHEN J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023