The Best Hotels Closest to Colchester Natural History Museum in Colchester for 2026

Q: What's the area like around Colchester Natural History Museum?

Colchester Natural History Museum 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, check out the 93 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: Where is the best place to stay close to Colchester Natural History Museum?

Adjacent to Colchester Natural History Museum, St Nicholas Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options close by include The George of Colchester and GreyFriars .

Q: How many hotels can I expect to find near Colchester Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 93 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Colchester Natural History Museum.

Q: If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Colchester Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Colchester Natural History Museum.

Q: Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Colchester Natural History Museum?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Colchester Natural History Museum, click here .

Q: What can I see and do near Colchester Natural History Museum?

Study the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum, or Tymperleys Clock Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include 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 theater.

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Our top choices for Colchester Natural History Museum hotels

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

GreyFriars

0.2 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Tracey

SAR 659 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

0.5 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Dennis

SAR 297 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

0.6 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Rachel

SAR 317 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 0.4 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Norman

SAR 392 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Colchester Boutique Hotel

0.5 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Dave

SAR 553 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

Deluxe Double Room, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

St Nicholas Hotel

< 0.1 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Tanya

SAR 326 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

1 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Tony

SAR 407 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Star Anglia Hotel

0.9 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Peter

SAR 381 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

Executive Room (Four Poster) | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), alarm clocks

Brook Red Lion Hotel

0.3 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Jacob

SAR 272 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

The George of Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 0.2 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Willis

SAR 449 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Talbooth House & Spa

9.2 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Jack

SAR 1,277 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Wivenhoe House Hotel

3.5 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Fionnghuala

SAR 569 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

11 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Laura

SAR 590 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

8.5 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Gary

SAR 397 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Milsoms

9.2 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

ian

SAR 786 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Birds Farm

6.3 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Nicola

SAR 960 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

The Marquis

15.7 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Madeline

SAR 1,202 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Noble Goose Rooms

15.1 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Andrea

SAR 452 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

6.9 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Van

SAR 354 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

5.5 km from Colchester Natural History Museum

Wayne

SAR 359 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Colchester Natural History Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
GreyFriars	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 682 reviews	View
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews	View
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 368 reviews	View
Ryegate House Colchester	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 21 reviews	View
Colchester Boutique Hotel	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 277 reviews	View

Top Colchester Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Brook Red Lion Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff and facility were extremely inviting and courteous with welcoming this traveller back home!"

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

8/10 Good

"Lovely old property on the edge of town. Front Desk staff on arrival were OK but not hugely communicative (morning team were much better). Same with the bar staff although the prices were pretty good. The room was old but clean and tidy. And HOT, although we were in a UK heatwave at the time. They do provide a fan which helped a bit. Overall a decent place to stay and would stay again if passing by that way again."

Colchester Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed at the Colchester Boutique Hotel before. Lorraine made us very welcome and she was very helpful on giving us directions before we arrived. Our room was full of character, very clean with luxurious bath products, a good range of teas/coffee and complimentary water on arrival. There is a fabulous Indian restaurant next door called Basca but we didn't have time to visit as we were here for a gig at the Colchester Arts Centre which was only a short walk away. Roland looked after us the next morning for our breakfast which provided a good selection of choices. The parking was so useful and meant that we could explore a lot of Colchester whilst remaining in the centre. We highly recommend staying here and we will be back later in the year!"

Central Colchester - Just 3 minutes walk to Colchester Castle and High Street!

10/10 Excellent

"Old Carriage House converted into a wonderful apartment. We loved the location of this stay. We were just a short walk down from Colchester Castle and High Street, where we could find a wide range of pubs, restaurants, and shops. The city centre train station was just a short walk away as well. Thank you to our host for the awesome check-in and also for the lift to the "other" train station for our trip back into London. If we are ever in the Colchester area again, we will definitely stay here again. : )"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Colchester Natural History Museum?

Colchester Natural History Museum 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, check out the 93 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Colchester Natural History Museum?

Adjacent to Colchester Natural History Museum, St Nicholas Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options close by include The George of Colchester and GreyFriars.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Colchester Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 93 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Colchester Natural History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Colchester Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Colchester Natural History Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Colchester Natural History Museum?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Colchester Natural History Museum, click here.

What can I see and do near Colchester Natural History Museum?

Study the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum, or Tymperleys Clock Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include 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 theater.

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Our top choices for Colchester Natural History Museum hotels

GreyFriars

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester

Colchester Boutique Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Star Anglia Hotel

Brook Red Lion Hotel

The George of Colchester

Talbooth House & Spa

Wivenhoe House Hotel

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Milsoms

Birds Farm

The Marquis

Noble Goose Rooms

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Colchester Natural History Museum

Top Colchester Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Brook Red Lion Hotel

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The Minories Galleries

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