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St Nicholas Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Colchester, steps from Colchester Castle Museum

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Hallway
Electric vehicle-charging station
Standard Double Room
In the heart of Colchester, St Nicholas Hotel offers a warm welcome with in-room WiFi and smoke-free premises. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff, while you can also take advantage of express check-in and check-out, an elevator for easy navigation, English breakfast options, self parking facilities when needed.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €92
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, City View

Deluxe Double Room, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Feature Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
High Street St Nicholas Hotel, Colchester, England, CO1 1DN

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Essex - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 6 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Wise Monkeys - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Curzon Colchester - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Other Monkey Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Slug & Lettuce - Colchester - ‬2 min walk

About this property

St Nicholas Hotel

Hotel near University of Essex
Located close to Colchester Castle Museum and Mercury Theatre, St Nicholas Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • A front desk safe and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at St Nicholas Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 12 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The George Hotel]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's breakfast is served at a nearby hotel located 50 yards away.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from GBP 6 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 12.00 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
St Nicholas Hotel Hotel
St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
St Nicholas Hotel Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Is St Nicholas Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at St Nicholas Hotel?

As of 23 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St Nicholas Hotel on 6 Nov 2025 start from €92.32, 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 St Nicholas Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 12.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at St Nicholas Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at St Nicholas Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is St Nicholas Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Colchester, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Colchester Castle Museum and Mercury Theatre. University of Essex and Colchester Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km). Colchester Town Station is 6 minutes by foot and Colchester Station is 20 minutes.

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St Nicholas Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 760 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 760 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 760 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 760 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 760 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic but clean and comfortable and had all we needed for a one night stay. Balcony was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself (hallways) is a bit like a travelodge but the room we stayed in, 911, was really clean and the bed was really comfy. It was quite warm though so not sure what it would be like in summer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, facilities in George Hotel a minute walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

taran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, got plenty of fore warning that their lift was down. Comfy bed with extra pillows. Everything was clean and fresh. Right on the high street so very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good room and loved it being in centre of town . Staff were very accommodating I asked for sheets for sofa bed and they arrived in 5 minutes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

The property was prime position but windows didn’t shut out the noise from on streets and bars below . Also we decided to have the breakfast but service was very slow no one was clearing tables we waited 40 mins for breakfast and the scrambled egg was like liquid on a plate and overall breakfast poor
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lil noisy but being in a town you expect that..Accommodation was clean and comfortable . I would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The annexe hotel is a nice, well-appointed hotel, it's a great location for the city centre (we were going to an event in the castle park) and the staff in The George were very helpful and friendly. Be aware, it's a city centre location and the soundproofing isn't perfect - I've had quieter nights!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked to just go to the room quickly and it happened
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location right in the middle of town. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Shawna

Disliked: Staff & service
Elevator was not working. Couldn’t figure out how to close the balcony door - there was no one to ask and no phone in the room to call front desk. Front desk was in a different hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Frederik

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I did not like the noise of the airco next to my room wih balcony. I did not like how hot and stuffy the room was
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, would highly recommend a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is an annex of the George hotel with nice rooms good showers and great location . We were in room 706 which being on the High Street side was noisy with the window open due to the warm temperatures and lack of AC. The TV was in danger of falling off the wall. That being said it was a good value stay although a walk over the road for breakfast was fine for us due to the great weather but would have been less desirable in the wet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would return

Pleasant stay. Clean and modern. It is noisy until the pubs shut but it’s on a main high street so to be expected. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

DAVID

We had a deluxe room with balcony although the room was clean the balcony area seems to be neglected cobwebs / dusty, bird feathers and their excrement .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and a good price but could benefit from a fan in every room or air-conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

LINDA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed smelled, bathroom grubby, drunks outside until 2pm shouting. Only one pillow, duvet cover too big for duvet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location near castle park for concert but this has its downside that it is on the main road near bars etc . Very noisy . You need the window open otherwise too hot . People outside in road shouting / drinking at 4am to 4.30 am . The hotel clean . Shower hot . Bed comfortable . Good value for money . Car park £12 for 24 hours is small and open to everyone and very small . NCP close thought and still £12 for 24 hours so parking okay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

joshua

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, however, breakfast was not so nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checking in was excellent and quick, at The George hotel across the road. The St Nikolas hotel itself made good first impressions. However, when night-time came, the mattress was found to be too hard for our liking, as were the pillows. Street noise though was what kept us awake till deep into the night (a Saturday night) with noisy drunks outside and sound-proofing of the windows being very poor. We thought the windows were open! So if you stay here, bring earplugs (and avoid Saturday evenings, likely Fridays also).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

jean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
well situated
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Disliked: Amenities
Room didn’t come with a balcony, despite being advertised. No shower wash and shower screen came off of the runners - luckily my partner was strong enough to put back into place. Lots of noise from high street below until 4-5am and room was very warm so windows had to be open. Room however was clean and spacious - would only stay again if I was a ‘party goer’ in the high street
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was fantastic had a great nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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