Colchester

Travel Guide

Colchester showing signage and markets as well as a large group of people
Layer Marney Tower showing heritage architecture, chateau or palace and heritage elements
Beth Chatto Garden which includes a garden and forests
Colchester which includes interior views, heritage elements and an administrative buidling
Layer Marney Tower featuring heritage architecture
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
4 out of 5
London Road, Colchester, England
The price is SAR 282 per night from May 16 to May 17
SAR 282
SAR 339 total
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (944 reviews)
"Booked twin beds double room a bit of a tight squeeze beds for two adults and two infants would have been better if could join the beds but overall stay was good the kids enjoyed it and facilities was great. Plenty of free street parking around. We're unable to provide halal breakfast alternatives ..."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
2-bed Apartment in Colchester
2-bed Apartment in Colchester
4 out of 5
Colchester
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Hollytrees Museum and The Minories ...
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2-bed Apartment in Colchester
St Nicholas Hotel
St Nicholas Hotel
3 out of 5
High Street St Nicholas Hotel, Colchester, England
The price is SAR 329 per night from May 9 to May 10
SAR 329
SAR 395 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (685 reviews)
"Bed was fantastic had a great nights sleep"

Reviewed on 5 April 2025

St Nicholas Hotel
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Colchester Studio Suites
Colchester Studio Suites
3 out of 5
23 St Peter's St, Colchester, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions firstsite and Dutch Quarter are located ...
"The facilities were really good and everything was clean and tidy. The manger was super helpful"

Reviewed on 27 February 2025

Colchester Studio Suites
2-bed Apartment in Colchester
2-bed Apartment in Colchester
4 out of 5
Colchester
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Hollytrees Museum and The Minories ...
2-bed Apartment in Colchester
Birds Farm
Birds Farm
3 out of 5
School Lane, Colchester, England
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Beth Chatto Garden and Wyvernwood ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
Fabulous find
"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."

Reviewed on 30 March 2025

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Popular places to visit

Colchester Zoo which includes animals and zoo animals

Colchester Zoo

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who live at Colchester Zoo during your trip to Colchester? Make time to visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Colchester Zoo
Colchester Castle Park showing a castle and heritage architecture

Colchester Castle Park

4/5(12 reviews)

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

Colchester Castle Park
Flatford Mill

Flatford Mill

Find out about the history of Colchester when you spend time at Flatford Mill. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Flatford Mill
Colchester showing heritage architecture

Colchester Town Hall

5/5(4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Colchester when you spend time at Colchester Town Hall. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Colchester Town Hall
Layer Marney Tower featuring heritage elements, a park and heritage architecture

Layer Marney Tower

Find out about the history of Colchester when you take a trip to Layer Marney Tower. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Layer Marney Tower
Beth Chatto Garden which includes a park, wildflowers and flowers

Beth Chatto Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Beth Chatto Garden, a lovely green space in Elmstead Market. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Beth Chatto Garden

Reviews of Colchester

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Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It’s a very nice small town with pleasant people.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lovely area with rich history.

4/5 - Good

Denise&Kerry

Underrated historical town founded by Roman emperor Claudius in 43 CE.