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

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

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.

1. Wivenhoe House Hotel

0.3 km from University of Essex

Steve

3.492.612 ₫

4.191.134 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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.

2. GreyFriars

3.1 km from University of Essex

Mark

4.010.036 ₫

4.812.043 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and dining area.

A courtyard with a table and chairs, a green umbrella, and a building with a dark blue facade and a red-tiled roof.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror.

3. Birds Farm

3 km from University of Essex

Nicola

2.716.260 ₫

3.259.512 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

4. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

2.5 km from University of Essex

Michelle

1.753.378 ₫

2.104.191 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A traditional pub named 'The CHUDLEIGH' with a white facade, arched windows, and hanging flower baskets.

A neatly made bed with a white duvet and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small desk with a computer.

A dining area with round tables set for four, each with white tablecloths, chairs, and centerpieces.

A traditional pub with a sign reading "The Chudleigh." It features a brick facade, white-framed windows, and a balcony with hanging flower baskets.

5. Chudleigh Hotel

17.3 km from University of Essex

Jacob

2.730.849 ₫

3.277.019 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush flower beds and a purple umbrella.

6. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

12.8 km from University of Essex

Sharon

3.026.930 ₫

3.632.316 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A nighttime view of a pool area with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with large windows.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative mirror.

A bar area with shelves of various liquor bottles, a bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne, and a martini glass on the counter.

A large, two-story building with a prominent chimney, large windows, and a covered patio area with chairs and umbrellas.

7. Talbooth House & Spa

9.2 km from University of Essex

Alan

5.665.793 ₫

6.798.952 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A dining area with wooden flooring, white walls, and a brick accent wall. There are two dining tables with chairs, each table has a white tablecloth and a small decorative item on the table.

A living room with a sofa, a small table, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A two-story building with a sign reading 'Aldea Guesthouse.'

A beach with a pier extending into the sea, a few people walking, and a clear sky.

8. Adelaide Guesthouse

16.9 km from University of Essex

Steve

2.386.015 ₫

2.863.080 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A bathroom with a wooden tray, a wicker basket, and a mirror reflecting a window and a patterned wall.

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

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

9. Noble Goose Rooms

17.9 km from University of Essex

Antony

3.906.552 ₫

4.687.863 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A large house with a prominent chimney, a conservatory, and a well-maintained lawn.

A room with a wooden beam ceiling, a white door, a dresser, and a patterned armchair.

A bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a green landscape through a large window.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of the countryside, and a sunset in the background.

10. The Marquis

16.5 km from University of Essex

Graham

6.870.241 ₫

8.244.289 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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.

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

15.6 km from University of Essex

Caroline

1.491.204 ₫

1.789.444 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A building with a sign reading "North Hill Hotel" and a pub sign below it.

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

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in island, and a potted plant.

12. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

3.8 km from University of Essex

Johnny

1.901.533 ₫

2.350.829 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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.

A narrow alleyway with a gravel path, bordered by a metal fence and a brick building with windows.

13. Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 3.6 km from University of Essex

Norman

2.155.692 ₫

2.586.831 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An open door leading to a covered outdoor patio with a white table and chairs, a garden view, and a decorative chandelier.

A building with ivy-covered walls and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

A large, ivy-covered building with a well-manicured lawn and neatly trimmed hedges.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

14. Milsoms

9.4 km from University of Essex

stephen

4.630.945 ₫

5.557.134 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A room with exposed brick walls, a wooden door, a light-colored armchair, and a carpeted floor.

A two-story house with a tiled roof, a front door, and a garage.

A house with a brick patio, a small table with chairs, and a potted plant.

A bedroom with a wooden wardrobe, a television on a small table, and a bed with a floral bedspread.

15. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

10.3 km from University of Essex

Andy

2.443.391 ₫

2.932.069 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple dining tables, and chairs.

A check-in counter with a computer, a monitor, and a self-service kiosk at Premier Inn.

A modern hotel with a white exterior, multiple windows, and a prominent Premier Inn sign.

A parking lot with marked spaces, a modern building with multiple windows, and a clear sky.

16. Premier Inn Clacton-On-Sea - Seafront

17.3 km from University of Essex

Maria

1.466.035 ₫

1.759.242 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A coastal beach scene with a clear walkway leading to the shore, a pier in the distance, and a few boats on the water.

A cozy living room with two patterned sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a tray of breakfast items, and a chair.

A gazebo with a white frame and a glass dome structure with a wooden door.

17. Kingscliff Hotel

18.5 km from University of Essex

Mark

2.413.525 ₫

2.896.229 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A narrow alley with a wheelbarrow, potted plants, and a building with exposed brick and timber framing.

An outdoor bar with a rustic wooden counter, hanging flower baskets, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A rustic pub interior with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and traditional decor.

A traditional pub with a signboard advertising food and drink.

18. The WoolPack Inn

17.6 km from University of Essex

Richard

4.139.289 ₫

4.967.146 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

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

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

19. The Victory at Mersea

11.6 km from University of Essex

Roger

2.845.832 ₫

3.414.998 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A large brick building with multiple windows and a lawn in front.

A formal dining room with a chandelier, wooden paneling, and a red carpet.

A traditional brick building with a well-maintained garden and outdoor seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, a television, and a mirror.

20. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

20.3 km from University of Essex

sandra

3.018.307 ₫

3.621.968 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Essex

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wivenhoe House Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 655 reviews	View
GreyFriars	9.4 Exceptional 713 reviews	View
Birds Farm	9.2 Wonderful 11 reviews	View
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel	8.2 Very good 797 reviews	View
Chudleigh Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 353 reviews	View

Top University of Essex Hotel Reviews

Wivenhoe House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel, great room, very quiet location. Restaurant & food were superb, recommend highly"

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

8/10 Good

"The ground floor bar and entrance is lovely but that theme didn't follow to the rooms. Perhaps I should have paid for a better room but I was hoping for the same vibe upstairs. Rather than sleek and quirky it was more student basic in my opinion. The paint on the ceiling in the bedroom and the bathroom were peeling off and there was black on the ceiling above the shower. The room was functional. However the team were polite, friendly and efficient and instead of working in my room I worked downstairs in the relaxed bar area. I didn't have breakfast but when I checked out a couple were having what looked and smelled like I lovely cooked breakfast! I would stay again but would go for an upgrade room and hope it was more like those in the pictures."

Ryegate House Colchester

10/10 Excellent

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Birds Farm

8/10 Good

"Really comfortable bed. Super clean. Great for a couple of nights stay. Close to the University to meet up with our daughter. Would recommend the Beth Chatto Garden near by for a visit. "

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

Colchester Natural History Museum

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A stone commemorative plaque at Castle Park, marking the 100th anniversary of its opening in 1892.

Colchester Castle Park

9.0/10 (164 reviews)

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Colchester Castle Museum

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

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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 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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What can I see and do near University of Essex?

You'll want to browse the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum and Colchester Natural History 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.

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Our top choices for University of Essex hotels

1. Wivenhoe House Hotel

2. GreyFriars

3. Birds Farm

4. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

5. Chudleigh Hotel

6. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

7. Talbooth House & Spa

8. Adelaide Guesthouse

9. Noble Goose Rooms

10. The Marquis

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

12. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

13. Ryegate House Colchester

14. Milsoms

15. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

16. Premier Inn Clacton-On-Sea - Seafront

17. Kingscliff Hotel

18. The WoolPack Inn

19. The Victory at Mersea

20. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to University of Essex

Top University of Essex Hotel Reviews

Wivenhoe House Hotel

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester

Birds Farm

Other attractions near University of Essex

Hollytrees Museum

The Minories Galleries

Colchester Natural History Museum

Colchester Castle Park

Hythe Quay

Adrenalyze Leisure

Colchester Visitor Information Centre

Colchester Castle Museum

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