The Best Hotels Closest to firstsite in Colchester - 2026 Updated Prices

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A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

A bartender preparing drinks at a bar with a variety of bottles in the background.

A dining table with a white tablecloth, a green leather chair, and a tea set.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.

1. GreyFriars

0.4 km from firstsite

Naomi

3.993.616 ₫

4.792.339 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

A bar area with a wooden counter, two bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A spacious dining area with round tables and red chairs, featuring a mix of natural and artificial lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

2. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

0.4 km from firstsite

Rachel

1.911.783 ₫

2.362.847 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

A laundry room with multiple stacked washing machines and dryers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a white dining table with blue chairs.

3. Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter, < 0.1 km from firstsite

Norman

2.232.990 ₫

2.679.588 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A neatly made bed with a red and white bedspread, a red pillow, and a black and white polka dot tie hanging on a hook.

A gravel driveway leading to a wooden gate with signs indicating directions.

A hotel room with a large bed, red curtains, a bookshelf, and a window with a view of buildings.

A modern bathroom with a large vanity, a walk-in shower, and a mirror above the sink.

4. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

1.6 km from firstsite

Darrell

1.622.633 ₫

1.947.160 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, covered by a white umbrella.

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair and a small table, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a water dispenser, and a bar counter with multiple taps.

A modern kitchen with grey tiled backsplash, a black stove, and a grey sofa with cushions.

5. Colchester Boutique Hotel

0.3 km from firstsite

Dave

3.220.658 ₫

3.864.789 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hanging light fixture with a clear glass enclosure and visible filament inside, set against a background of a window with a grid pattern and pink flowers.

A traditional Tudor-style building with black and white timber framing, a sign for 'Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel', and hanging flower baskets.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white tablecloths, gold sashes, and a chandelier.

A traditional room with exposed wooden beams, two single beds, a wooden chair, and a desk with a lamp.

6. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

1.2 km from firstsite

Michelle

1.717.684 ₫

2.061.221 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hallway with beige carpet, white walls, and dark doors.

A parking area with 'Electric Vehicle Charging Only' signs and a 'Hand Stretch' sign.

A balcony with a view of buildings, a table with chairs, and a glass door.

7. St Nicholas Hotel

0.3 km from firstsite

Reece

1.958.161 ₫

2.349.793 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

A storefront with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a clear blue sky.

A bedroom with a double bed, a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a black chair, a wardrobe, a bed, a television, and a small refrigerator.

8. Star Anglia Hotel

0.6 km from firstsite

Iain

2.061.324 ₫

2.473.588 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed botanical print on the wall, and a mirror reflecting part of the room.

A dining room with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by wooden chairs.

A dining area with tables set for service, a chandelier, and a large clock on the wall.

9. Brook Red Lion Hotel

0.3 km from firstsite

Jacob

1.674.742 ₫

2.009.691 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

10. Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

2.2 km from firstsite

2.134.223 ₫

4.416.167 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

A bar area with a bar counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, skylights, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A reception area with a sign reading "RECEPTION," wooden beams, a wooden counter, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with a view of the street.

11. The George of Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 0.2 km from firstsite

Linda

2.666.705 ₫

3.200.046 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden building in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A brick house with a green door and shutters, a small window, and a garden with flowers and shrubs.

A living room with a grey sofa, a green and white rug, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

12. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

15.7 km from firstsite

Jennifer

3.134.737 ₫

3.761.753 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a glass table, and a view of a grassy field through open windows.

A dining room with a wooden table and four chairs, large windows with floral wallpaper, and a radiator below the windows.

A sign for 'The Folly' with a message for guests to check in at the bar.

13. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

10.7 km from firstsite

Sharon

3.434.645 ₫

4.121.574 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

A room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

A large, red brick building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with steps, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, hanging plants, and large windows.

14. Wivenhoe House Hotel

3.8 km from firstsite

Natasha

3.149.088 ₫

3.778.905 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles and alcohol displayed on shelves.

A building with a sign reading "The Smugglers Cove" and outdoor wooden picnic tables.

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

19.1 km from firstsite

Caroline

1.431.392 ₫

1.717.670 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window.

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a wooden chair with a cushion, a small wooden side table, and a fireplace.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a white console table with a lamp, a staircase, and a window with a view.

A staircase with wooden railings, carpeted steps, a dining table with chairs, and a white door in a room with wooden flooring.

16. Noble Goose Rooms

14.9 km from firstsite

Antony

2.653.823 ₫

3.184.588 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.

A hallway with a table and lamp, a door, and a fire extinguisher.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and framed pictures on the walls.

A wooden door with a sign indicating room number 5 at The Victory Inn.

17. The Victory at Mersea

12.8 km from firstsite

Aubrey

2.834.179 ₫

3.401.015 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An aerial view of a property with a central building surrounded by manicured gardens, a small pond, and a tent-like structure.

A spa area with multiple massage chairs, a fireplace, and a wall of bookshelves.

A swimming pool with clear water, a bench, and a changing room area.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, seating with bar stools, and a menu board.

18. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

18.8 km from firstsite

Katherine

4.983.289 ₫

5.979.946 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A buffet with various food items and beverages.

A conference room with a long table, blue chairs, and a window with blinds.

A Holiday Inn with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A conference room with rows of white chairs with grey sashes, a white table with a floral centerpiece, and a backdrop of white drapes with string lights.

19. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

5.3 km from firstsite

Nicholas

1.431.404 ₫

1.717.685 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A traditional room with exposed brick walls, a fireplace, a bed with a plaid blanket, and large windows with curtains.

A rustic bar area with wooden beams, a bar counter, and seating.

A quaint cafe with a green door, outdoor seating, and hanging plants.

A bar area with a wine list, a beer tap, and a menu board.

20. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

15 km from firstsite

Maxine

2.061.221 ₫

2.473.465 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to firstsite

Property	Property class	Guest rating
GreyFriars	9.4 Exceptional 708 reviews	View
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester	9.0 Wonderful 378 reviews	View
Ryegate House Colchester	9.0 Wonderful 27 reviews	View
The Railway Sleeper Lodge	8.6 Excellent 48 reviews	View
Colchester Boutique Hotel	8.6 Excellent 281 reviews	View

Top firstsite Hotel Reviews

GreyFriars

10/10 Excellent

"A great location if you're spending time in Colchester town center, visiting the castle and sampling the many wonderful pubs and restaurants in the area. The rooms were nice and roomy. They did tell us ahead of time that the room was on two floors (bed upstairs and lounge/study downstairs), a nice layout although a bit of a trip hazard if you need to use the bathroom in the middle of the night and don't want to wake your partner. The staff were friendly and attentive."

St Nicholas Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room staff was nice"

Colchester Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Slightly put off by a wooden beam in the bathroom dripping brown water into the middle of the bathroom floor, which was fortunately a wet room; Presumably for a small leak. Room was quiet and bed comfortable."

Star Anglia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for one night, friendly welcoming staff, our room was clean,the bed was very comfy, there was parking and there were shops on the same street. Very close to town . We would definatley stay again"

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were amazing"

Other attractions near firstsite

A wrought iron gate with intricate designs, a brick building with ivy, and a paved area.

Colchester Castle Park

9.0/10 (164 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Colchester Castle Park, a lovely green space in Colchester. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

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A historic building with ornate architecture, a tree-lined street, and a bus in the background.

Colchester Town Hall

8.6/10 (55 reviews)

Find out about the history of Colchester when you take a trip to Colchester Town Hall. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

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A museum exhibit with glass display cases containing fossils and skeletons.

Colchester Natural History Museum

You can study the exhibits at Colchester Natural History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Colchester. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

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A collection of ornate antique clocks with intricate designs and Roman numerals.

Hollytrees Museum

You can study the exhibits at Hollytrees Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Colchester. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

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A red brick building with large windows and a white door.

The Minories Galleries

You can study the exhibits at The Minories Galleries, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Colchester. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

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Colchester Castle Museum

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Colchester Castle Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Colchester. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Colchester Visitor Information Centre

Colchester Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Colchester, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

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Lion Walk Church

10.0/10 (1 review)

Lion Walk Church is just one of the places to see in Colchester, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around firstsite?

Firstsite is located in a historic area of Colchester known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 87 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels will I be able to find near firstsite?

Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from firstsite.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near firstsite.

What can I see and do near firstsite?

You'll want to browse the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum and Colchester Natural History Museum. Explore landmarks like Colchester Town Hall, Jumbo Water Tower and Roman Circus House. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Headgate Theatre and Manifest Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for firstsite hotels

1. GreyFriars

2. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

3. Ryegate House Colchester

4. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

5. Colchester Boutique Hotel

6. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

7. St Nicholas Hotel

8. Star Anglia Hotel

9. Brook Red Lion Hotel

10. Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

11. The George of Colchester

12. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

13. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

14. Wivenhoe House Hotel

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

16. Noble Goose Rooms

17. The Victory at Mersea

18. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

19. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

20. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

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Top firstsite Hotel Reviews

GreyFriars

St Nicholas Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel

Star Anglia Hotel

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Other attractions near firstsite

Colchester Castle Park

Colchester Town Hall

Colchester Natural History Museum

Hollytrees Museum

The Minories Galleries

Colchester Castle Museum

Colchester Visitor Information Centre

Lion Walk Church

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