⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near University of Essex for 2025

Top 10 Hotels Near University of Essex

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

"We loved our stay at Wivenhoe house and would love to stay again "

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9 Mar - 10 Mar

"Great stay. Quiet end of the high street and short walk to the shopping and restaurant. Really smart hotel with a 5 star feel. Nice, Small and intimate. Private parking to the rear of the hotel. Would highly recommend."

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6 Mar - 7 Mar

"Birds farm is a lovely place to stay for the local Essex or Sussex area. Very quiet in the evenings, despite being just off a busy road. Great facilities, good comfy beds, very warm heating and well supplied cooking facilities. A pool for summer, grounds and a Summer house and a well stocked games room for kids if the weather is bad. We found it superb for our short trip and would happily return. As we were a little out of season it seemed that some of the cottages opposite ours were being...

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5 Mar - 6 Mar

"Comfortable "

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

"Excellent would stay again without hesitation "

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5 Mar - 6 Mar

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"Spacious room - staff very helpful- beautiful surroundings - lovely breakfast - asked to extend room for 1 hour and no quibble. Even an electric charge point - sadly did not get to experience the spa. Will definitely stay again "

"As always, spot on"

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4 Mar - 5 Mar

"Always stay here when I’m in the area. Comfortable, clean, welcoming and a great breakfast. You don’t need anything else when staying away with business "

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4 Mar - 5 Mar

"Pleasant stay. Comfortable room, good food & service"

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23 Mar - 24 Mar

"Lovely place with great food! All the staff are very helpful."

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6 Mar - 7 Mar

"Thank you for a comfortable stay and Great breakfast. A lovely 16th-century building fully functional in the 21st century. Great staff. Thank you!"

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4 Mar - 5 Mar

"excellent stay especially meal in the cellar thankyou. "

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4 Mar - 5 Mar

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

"Will stay again "

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30 Mar - 31 Mar

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Very friendly staff. Good size king size room. Good value for a good location as visiting the Mercury Theatre 6 minutes away. Didn’t stay for breakfast. "

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

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"Very enjoyable stay the hosts were very accommodating. First class breakfast. The whole place was so clean but not uncomfortable or clinical. Would thoroughly recommend this accommodation. Would stay again. One minor criticism the room was terribly hot, but otherwise a brilliant find. "

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11 Mar - 12 Mar

"Excellent very clean room "

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4 Mar - 5 Mar

"Excellent stay..friendly welcome & most professional service. Lovely 'Large Superior" room and a quality but somewhat pricey dinner. Log fires in the lounges and surrounded by beautiful & historic art and furniture. Would highly recommend fot a short Winter break."

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24 Mar - 25 Mar

"Easy access, plenty of parking spaces , very quiet, convenient to town and seafront"

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7 Mar - 8 Mar

"The staff were very helpful. The location was perfect. The room by the courtyard garden was quite cold for a stay in January, the bed had a thin fleece blanket over the duvet, but could do with something thicker for January. Breakfast had a brilliant selection, and the staff were very attentive."

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4 Mar - 5 Mar

"Room absolutely stunning! Bed really comfortable, bathroom enormous and spotless. Loved the breakfast hamper really nice touch. Only downside was the noisy pub downstairs, would be really difficult to sleep. We made the decision to go down and have a drink, the locals and staff were very welcoming so we made the most of it 😊."

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4 Mar - 5 Mar

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Number of reviews	3,971
Accommodation	689 hotels
Lowest Price	S$94
Highest Price	S$406

Destinations near Colchester

Colchester Castle Park

4.5/5(64 reviews)

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.

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5/5 Excellent

"We loved our stay at Wivenhoe house and would love to stay again "

A verified traveller stayed at Wivenhoe House Hotel

Posted 2 days ago

5/5 Excellent

"We had a very nice overnight stay. The hotel decor was welcoming, warm and bright, and all staff were friendly and professional. The beds were fresh, clean and comfortable and the bathroom was very clean. The shower was powerful and hot and there were toiletries provided if needed. We brought our own hairdryer and there didn't appear to be one provided in the room. The heating was efficient and easily adjusted. There was a large selection at the continental breakfast buffet, and the cooked breakfast was hot and fresh, with good quality bacon and sausages. Our only slight criticism was that the breakfast tables were painted wood with no covering and did not appear as clean as they could be. Tea/coffee stains on the table tops and dust in the grooves around the edges detracted from the otherwise lovely, bright breakfast room. The paper menus were also food/drink stained and could easily be replaced. Overall we thought The Dragonfly was a great, reasonably priced hotel for our overnight stay and we would stay there again. "

A verified traveller stayed at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Posted 7 days ago

5/5 Excellent

"The Rose and Crown was a lovely timber framed building but with modern facilities. The room was large, warm and comfortable with a couple of easy chairs which were an added bonus. The shower was good and easy to use. The breakfast was well presented and good and the staff were all pleasant and created a relaxed atmosphere"

A verified traveller stayed at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Posted 1 month ago

5/5 Excellent

An excellent overnight city stay. Value for money.

"Friendly welcome. Tidy well proportioned room. Some street noise but not enough to interfere with good comfortable nights sleep. Rooms away from street available. Nice clean bathroom with very efficient shower. Breakfast served to table arrived as order and good quality. Again staff curteous efficient and well presented. Will stay there again. "

A verified traveller stayed at North Hill Hotel

Posted 5 months ago

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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 14 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 14 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, 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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