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Wivenhoe House Hotel

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (499)
"Nice hotel. Limited range of food available in the restaurant. "
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Wivenhoe House Hotel

GreyFriars

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (592)
"My parents stayed here for a night. Everything was great."
GreyFriars

Birds Farm

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"We loved it here, had a a good couple of nights with friends. Beautiful apartment, amazing mattresses and pillows, very quiet environment. The pool wasn’t open and some work was happening but you can tell it’s going to look amazing once they put it all together and summer prep work is expected at this time of year. Kara was fab and we met a super helpful housekeeper who is doing a degree who was a literal walking tourist information centre. Great atmosphere all round ."
Birds Farm

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (687)
" Lovely building"
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
"Lovely place to stay, just outside of Sudbury town centre. Room was cosy, bed lovely and comfortable with a great shower. Owners were really friendly and helpful and the breakfast options were great and tasty. It's not walking distance to any evening food options, so you will need a car if staying there, but Sudbury is only 10 minutes away. "
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"Lovely stay"
The Crown Stoke By Nayland

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"Excellent stay, friendly host, lovely breakfast."
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Woodview Bed & Breakfast

The Marquis

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (98)
"excellent stay especially meal in the cellar thankyou. "
The price is €275
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Marquis

Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"Room very well stocked and staff very helpful. Room a little stuffy as window didn’t open but fan provided "
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

The Rose & Crown Free House

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"Thank you for a comfortable stay and Great breakfast. A lovely 16th-century building fully functional in the 21st century. Great staff. Thank you!"
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The Rose & Crown Free House

Colchester Studio Suites

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5)
"The facilities were really good and everything was clean and tidy. The manger was super helpful"
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Colchester Studio Suites

North Hill Hotel

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (325)
"Location is great. Rooms at the front of property are noisy, traffic and late night passersby. Manager very helpful and friendly. Yes, I would stay there again but would request a Room on the back as I am a light sleeper."
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
North Hill Hotel

Adelaide Guesthouse

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (209)
"Very welcoming, friendly & helpful hosts, clean and tidy, excellent breakfast, parking on site, comfortable beds, Well situated in town, would recommend to anyone"
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Adelaide Guesthouse

The Railway Sleeper Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
"Nice room with large ensuite. Only stayed 1 night but room was quiet and very comfortable. 20 mins walk to main centre. Only bad thing was roadworks and diversions everywhere but not property's fault!"
The Railway Sleeper Lodge

Hintlesham Hall Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (255)
"Lovely hotel. Food in restaurant was excellent! Hope to go back"
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Hintlesham Hall Hotel

The WoolPack Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (115)
"Beautiful rooms. Spotlessly clean. Ample parking. Staff are lovely and friendly. Would definitely stay again and would highly recommend. A real little gem"
The WoolPack Inn

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (705)
"Very pleasant place to stay overnight"
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

Colchester Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (243)
"This is our second stay at this charming little hotel. Just love it, not the least the humerous host!"
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Colchester Boutique Hotel

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (443)
"Check in was ridiculous. Dining room lacked any sort of charm."
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Beds are so comfy, so clean, shower is so spacious, breakfast was delicious "
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
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Destinations near Colchester

Colchester Castle Park
Colchester Castle Park featuring heritage architecture and a castle

Colchester Castle Park

Ride a pedalo on the boating lake, enjoy a game of mini golf or simply spend an afternoon relaxing in Colchester’s most popular public park.

Xtreme Gaming

Xtreme Gaming

Enjoy a stop at Xtreme Gaming, an entertaining place to visit in Colchester. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Tenpin Bowling Colchester

Tenpin Bowling Colchester

You can enjoy the entertainment at Tenpin Bowling Colchester during your trip to Colchester. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Essex?

University of Essex is located in a welcoming area of Colchester known for its bar scene and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 17 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to University of Essex?

Adjacent to University of Essex, Wivenhoe House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include University of Essex - Colchester Campus and Stunning 1-bed Studio in Colchester.

How many hotels should I expect to find near University of Essex?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Essex.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Essex, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near University of Essex.

What can I see and do near University of Essex?

You'll want to browse the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Colchester Natural History Museum and Hollytrees Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Colchester Town Hall, Jumbo Water Tower and Roman Circus House to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Headgate Theatre and Manifest Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.