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Our top choices for University of Essex hotels

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Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel
4.0 star property
0.3 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (567 reviews)
"Clean rooms, staff were attentive, amenities were good. "
United Kingdom
Stallon
The price is 3.728.698 ₫
4.474.438 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Wivenhoe House Hotel
2 restaurants, breakfast served

GreyFriars

GreyFriars
3.5 star property
3.1 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (649 reviews)
"Great room although was very cold on arrival but well furnished, super bathroom and comfortable"
United Kingdom
Martyn
GreyFriars
Exterior

Birds Farm

Birds Farm
3.0 star property
3 km from University of Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Fabulous find, great communication from owner, arrived late and excellent direction to rental was given. On entering the property was very impressed, what a bargain for such a lovely property. Would definitely recommend Birds Farm if your visiting Colchester or surrounding areas."
United Kingdom
Lorraine
The price is 4.560.709 ₫
5.472.851 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Birds Farm
Bar (on property)

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
2.5 km from University of Essex
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (734 reviews)
"Lovely old property, does show some signs of wear and tear which is understandable. Good car parking facilities. There was no food available when we stayed,(except breakfast which was good) but there are many good restaurants in the area. A pleasant stay."
United Kingdom
Diane
The price is 1.792.648 ₫
2.151.177 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Restaurant

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
3.7 km from University of Essex
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Staff, amenities and location "
United States
Julie
The price is 1.523.165 ₫
1.827.798 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Talbooth House & Spa

Talbooth House & Spa
3.5 star property
9.2 km from University of Essex
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Stunning property, food was great! 10/10 stay would definitely go back "
United Kingdom
Kimberley
Talbooth House & Spa
Restaurant

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
3.5 star property
3.8 km from University of Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (363 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly "
United Kingdom
Kaori
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
Standard Room | Terrace/patio

Milsoms

Milsoms
3.0 star property
9.4 km from University of Essex
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Lovely location and very good food. "
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is 3.535.209 ₫
4.242.250 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Milsoms
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, 3.6 km from University of Essex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"The facilities were really good and everything was clean and tidy. The manger was super helpful"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is 2.284.748 ₫
2.741.698 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Ryegate House Colchester
Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Woodview Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
10.3 km from University of Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"extremely lovely quite place so lovely and was a pleasure meeting the owner ."
United Kingdom
Gary
The price is 2.489.790 ₫
2.987.748 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland
4.0 star property
12.8 km from University of Essex
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Lovely stay"
United Kingdom
Mr
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
Standard Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Railway Sleeper Lodge

The Railway Sleeper Lodge
3.0 star property
5.1 km from University of Essex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (40 reviews)
"Really nice stay the room was lovely and the bathroom was spacious "
United Kingdom
Lucy
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
Deluxe Double Room, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel
3.0 star property
3.3 km from University of Essex
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (803 reviews)
"Clean and quiet room "
United Kingdom
Michael
St Nicholas Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
3.0 star property
7.3 km from University of Essex
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great rooms great staff great breakfast"
United Kingdom
James
The price is 1.728.207 ₫
2.073.848 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

The Marquis

The Marquis
4.0 star property
16.5 km from University of Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Wonderful building, marvellous food, fantastic staff"
United Kingdom
Madeline
The price is 7.000.703 ₫
8.400.843 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
The Marquis
Comfort Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Adelaide Guesthouse

Adelaide Guesthouse
3.0 star property
16.9 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (219 reviews)
"The owners were extremely friendly. The breakfast was excellent and the decor was 2nd to none a lovely stay."
United Kingdom
Tony
The price is 2.431.324 ₫
2.917.448 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Adelaide Guesthouse
Front of property

Noble Goose Rooms

Noble Goose Rooms
2.5 star property
17.9 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"Perfect stay with the perfect amount of space. We have family nearby and this was a perfect location and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The breakfast hamper was a great plus! We will be booking again in the future. "
United States
Kristine
Noble Goose Rooms
Indoor pool

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
4.0 star property
8.7 km from University of Essex
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely adapted room good service"
United Kingdom
Robin
The price is 1.846.761 ₫
2.216.113 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Outdoor dining

Star Anglia Hotel City Center by OYO

Star Anglia Hotel City Center by OYO
4.0 star property
4.1 km from University of Essex
7.6 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"The gentleman who checked me in was really pleasant and helpful. I was only staying one night but the room was clean and had everything necessary. Decent shower. "
United Kingdom
Neil
Star Anglia Hotel City Center by OYO
Bar (on property)

Colchester Boutique Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
3.8 km from University of Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (266 reviews)
"Nice friendly place to stay with excellent value for the city center "
United Kingdom
STEPHEN
The price is 2.306.717 ₫
2.768.060 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Colchester Boutique Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top University of Essex Hotel Reviews

Brook Red Lion Hotel

Brook Red Lion Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Right in town so perfect from train station. Lovely staff and my room was lovely. Great sleep. Check out at 11. Will be back again :) "
Deborah 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Brook Red Lion Hotel

Hotels near other University of Essex attractions

Hollytrees Museum which includes interior views

Hollytrees Museum

You can study the exhibits at Hollytrees 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

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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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 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
How many hotels should I expect to find near University of Essex?
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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, 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.