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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, (566 reviews)
"Clean rooms, staff were attentive, amenities were good. "
United Kingdom
Stallon
The price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 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, (648 reviews)
"Great room although was very cold on arrival but well furnished, super bathroom and comfortable"
United Kingdom
Martyn
GreyFriars
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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 AU$280
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 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, (732 reviews)
"Lovely and pretty well-kept property. The staff were fantastic and the ambience was delightful. I was surprised at how modern the room was, but it was in one of the more modern wings. "
United Kingdom
John
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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 AU$91
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
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, (362 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly "
United Kingdom
Kaori
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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 AU$139
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Ryegate House Colchester
Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

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 AU$161
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
Standard Triple Room

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
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
Deluxe Double Room, City View

St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel
3.0 star property
3.3 km from University of Essex
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (799 reviews)
"Great location , Clean & large rooms and close to the high street, restaurants and pubs"
United States
Narasimma Prasad
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great rooms great staff great breakfast"
United Kingdom
James
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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, (106 reviews)
"Wonderful building, marvellous food, fantastic staff"
United Kingdom
Madeline
The price is AU$429
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
The Marquis
Comfort Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

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 AU$157
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 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, (58 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable bed, helpful staff and good breakfast "
United Kingdom
Kumiko
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 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, (85 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, (265 reviews)
"Nice friendly place to stay with excellent value for the city center "
United Kingdom
STEPHEN
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Colchester Boutique Hotel
Daily full breakfast (GBP 8.75 per person)

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
15.6 km from University of Essex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (803 reviews)
"Excellent, clean room and lovely staff, thank you"
United Kingdom
Katie
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Terrace/patio

The Victory at Mersea

The Victory at Mersea
4.0 star property
11.6 km from University of Essex
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (250 reviews)
"Really helpful staff great stay "
United Kingdom
Maureen Claire
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
The Victory at Mersea
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Top University of Essex Hotel Reviews

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room , short walk into town . Lovely historic building, staff friendly and helpful "
Joanne 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Hotels near other University of Essex attractions

Hollytrees Museum featuring interior views

Hollytrees Museum

Discover a museum within a 300-year-old house, which displays handmade toys, authentic costumes and charming clocks from the Georgian era.
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Colchester

The Minories Galleries

See artists at work, browse exhibitions of local and national artists and take in the Georgian architecture of this popular art gallery.
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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 11 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 Student Only The Maltings.
How many hotels should I expect to find near University of Essex?
Expedia has 11 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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