The Essex Golf and Country Club

Property class: 3

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A golf course, a rooftop terrace and shopping on-site are just a few of the amenities provided at The Essex Golf and Country Club. Tee up with amenities, such as a driving range and golf lessons, at this hotel. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a massage or a body scrub at Aura, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Pulse, the on-site restaurant. Pilates classes and fitness classes are offered at the health club; The Essex Golf and Country Club also has a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a hair salon. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a small table, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a desk, and a TV.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a phone, and framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a mirror above the bed.

Family Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a chair.

Twin Room Disability Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Colchester is home to The Essex Golf and Country Club. Paycockes and Hedingham Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cineworld Braintree and Benton Hall Golf and Country Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Milbank Stadium or Cressing Road Stadium. Visit our Colchester travel guide
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Earls Colne, Colchester, England, CO6 2NS

What's nearby

  • An elephant walking on rocky terrain with dense green foliage in the background.
    Colchester Zoo
    22 min drive - 18.5 km
  • A large, historic brick building with multiple towers and arched windows, surrounded by lush green trees and a well-maintained lawn.
    Layer Marney Tower
    25 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum
    10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Paycockes
    11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • East Anglian Railway Museum
    11 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Marks Tey Station
    13 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Courtyard Tap
    12 min drive
  • Black Horse Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Bull Hotel
    12 min drive
  • White Hart Inn
    12 min drive
  • Kofi
    7 min drive

About this property

The Essex Golf and Country Club

  • Property highlights
  • Take advantage of a golf course, a rooftop terrace and shopping on-site at The Essex Golf and Country Club. Tee up with amenities, such as a driving range and golf lessons, at this hotel. Indulge in a body treatment, a massage and a body scrub at Aura, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Pulse, the on-site restaurant. Pilates classes and fitness classes are offered at the health club; The Essex Golf and Country Club also has a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a hair salon. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), 6 indoor tennis courts and an electric car charging station
    • A lift, wedding services and a reception hall
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Essex Golf and Country Club have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
    • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pulse

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • 4 indoor padel courts
  • 6 indoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity

More

  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: GBP 30

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day.

Payment types

MastercardVisa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 16 for adults and from GBP 8 for children
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children under 17 years of age are allowed in the pool from 10 AM-7 PM Monday-Friday and 9 AM-7 PM on weekends.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essex Golf and Country Club on 24 Sept 2026 start from AU$126, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Essex Golf and Country Club pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 30 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Essex Golf and Country Club located?

Situated in Colchester, this spa hotel is within 6 miles (10 km) of Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum, Paycockes and East Anglian Railway Museum. Halstead Leisure Centre and Milbank Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Essex Golf and Country Club Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 898 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 898 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 898 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 898 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 898 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and peaceful, very helpful staff. Room a bit tired. Expedia didn't tell the hotel we had expressly wished for separate beds, so they had to come and do that during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel set in quiet, open expanse of countryside backing onto golf course with ample free parking. Room was large, modern, comfortable and well appointed with beverage kit, kettle, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Staff were lovely, very friendly and helpful, and leisure facilities - gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi - were outstanding. A thoroughly enjoyable stay and returning next week.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel would easily recommend as was very good value for money. good food and nice staff - rooms are spacious and beds are large and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Amazing room. definetly stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were really friendly and helpful and I enjoyed full use of the pool and spa. Room was clean and comfortable but the bathroom was just showing signs of wear - crack in the sink.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely, and the swimming pools amazing! The staff were lovely and friendly and really helpful. However, the rooms do not have air conditioning and become very hot when you can only open a small window. They did supply a fan, but it was still very hot. Breakfast really wasn't very good. The two nights we were their the breakfast was stone cold one day and luke warm the next, and the scrambled egg was like rubber! Other than the food the room was lovely and as the say the swimming pools were brilliant, they just need to improve the food, and maybe put a fridge in the rooms. Would have been helpful to keep some milk in their for my young son.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price and nice breakfast with cooked to order options. Lovely to have a hotel with a full gym and swimming pool. Location is a little odd as it's on an old airfield I believe which is now an industrial estate. Part of the grounds is a golf club but there are limited areas which are available there to walk or run meaning I ended up having to use a treadmill for my morning run instead of running outside. Seems a shame to not make the golf course more multi use and either push people into running like a hamster or onto roads shared with trucks. The swimming pool is a lovely addition but very strange. In the women's changing, you lock your locker with your room card. Great! But then where do you put it? I ended up doing a couple of lengths with it in my hand but it felt a bit strange. I would have used the facilities more if it was all a bit more thought through. That said, nice place, just needs a bit more joined up thinking to make it a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ground floor deluxe double room next to the car park. Delivery vans and cars made it a very noisy room from an early hour. Spa and gym were nicely maintained and fully kitted out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and staff and good breakfast and hot tub nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in very easy Reception staff extremely helpful All areas very clean Shame about the weather for golf but obviously not down to the hotel but did manage to get 9 holes played Left feeling very relaxed and refreshed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and a lovely room looking out onto the golf course
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No signs for the exit in the ladies pool changing room, and nowhere to leave your room key, which activates your locker, if you can work out how to do it. Nice pool and jacuzzi though, rooms could do with a deep clean, but daily basics are done and it's comfortable. Staff are very helpful and happy to help with queries, rooms spacious and mine had a lovely view, plenty of (free) parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities, staff just a pleasurable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Everything was fab about this hotel, it's location for us was absolutely key. Room was really clean, separate to the the main building and amenities for pool, bar and
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and accommodating place. The pool area is a great asset
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean tidy comfortable bed and Emma the receptionist was very helpful well presented and lovely with a happy smiley face
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy. Great office desk and comfort chair for work
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Room was spotless, very comfortable, free upgrade. Facilities were great; gym was amazing, great pool, bar, restaurant. Staff were accommodating and friendly. Loads of free, on-site parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Staff very courteous
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely rooms very clean and comfortable. Great amenities and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless , we love the hotel and the spa . Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Brilliant hotel with excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good. Spacious, quiet, comfortable, bed. A bit dated but fine. Staff nice. Easy parking. I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026