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The 10 Best Guest Houses in Colchester, UK

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Situated 29 km from Freeport Braintree, Colchester Town, modern, detached, guest house features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 31 km from Hedingham Castle.

It was ideal and cosy and the host was extremely friendly and courteous supplying fresh milk and bread.

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9.4
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
NOK 950
per night

Rooms at George Hotel feature traditional décor in warm tones and come with a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. They all include an en-suite bathroom fitted with either a bathtub or a shower and a hairdryer, and free toiletries are provided.

Must be one of the nicest places we've stayed at. Perfect location, spotlessly clean, excellent service and so full of character.

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8.2
Very good
1,613 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,174
per night

Situated in Colchester, within 1.7 km of Colchester Castle and 6 km of Colchester Zoo, Cuckoo Rooms offers accommodation with free WiFi.

Flatford is 11 km from the guest house. London Southend Airport is 38 km from the property.

shower was very nice, host was amazing, responsive, and the property was spotless, smelt clean and was overall a perfect stay.

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8.9
Fabulous
376 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,140
per night

Featuring quiet street views, the spacious guest house is composed of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Everything was in its place. Organised!

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8.8
Fabulous
162 reviews
Price from
NOK 801
per night

Offering affordable, clean & compact accommodation, the Railway Sleeper Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from Colchester Main Train Station. A convenient 24-hour self check-in service is provided.

Free parking is available, and Colchester city centre is 5 minutes’ drive away. Colchester Zoo is a 10-minute drive, and the 11th-century Colchester Castle is 5 minutes away by car.

Not so far from train station, very clean, bed was comfortable bathroom was super nice. overall it’s excellent than my expectations

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7.8
Good
697 reviews
Price from
NOK 859
per night

Set 32 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station in Colchester, Wite offers accommodation with a kitchen. The property is around 4.3 km from Colchester Castle, 7.4 km from Alresford and 8.3 km from Colchester Zoo. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Freeport Braintree is 29 km away.

The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 56 km from the guest house.

The room was spacious and clean. And the bathroom was great.

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4.4
Review score
60 reviews
Price from
NOK 747
per night

Located in Wivenhoe and with Freeport Braintree reachable within 34 km, Black Buoy Inn provides a garden, allergy-free rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is situated 45 km from Chelmsford Train Station, 3.8 km from Alresford and 9.4 km from Colchester Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 37 km from Hedingham Castle.

The stuff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. They went way out of their way to accommodate us!

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8.2
Very good
332 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,561
per night

Located in Colchester and only 26 km from Freeport Braintree, Luxury Ensuite Room With Free WI-FI 8 Clarendon Way Colchester provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has quiet street views and is 28 km from Hedingham Castle and 38 km from Chelmsford Train Station. The guest house features family rooms.

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Price from
NOK 733
per night

With free WiFi, this guest house offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and toaster. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

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Price from
NOK 1,089
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 61 reviews
    What an Amazing place to stay everything from entering to leaving was spot on the set up in side the studio was fantastic all condiments cutlery was there breakfast items we lovely a bowl of fresh fruit on the table Jimmy is an amazing host would definitely stay again
    Mark
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 841.67
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 148 reviews
    Great location with a nice little pub on the corner, close to town, fantastic host, made us feel very comfortable and at home. Room was clean and bed very comfy, would highly recommend staying here and would definitely stay again when visiting Colchester :-)
    Samantha
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 841.67
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 148 reviews
    Great location walking distance to town, quaint pub on corner, comfortable feel and good central heating
    Julie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 1,764.79
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 731 reviews
    Lovely quaint boutique hotel. Had a bar ,which was very comfortable. Breakfast is buffet, but plenty of choice. Staff friendly, room comfortable with ensuite. Location excellent.
    Ruth
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 46 reviews
    The location for Colchester & Zoo perfect, evening food excellent, location quiet, hosts very friendly and helpful.
    David
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 377 reviews
    Great location and everything you would need was there. Very helpful and responsive hosts too.
    Ryan
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 232 reviews
    This os a quaint little place, where you get a feel you've been transported back in time a little. The garden is lovely, the eclectic decor, and the lime washed floorboards in the bedroom all add to the charm. Annie was a gracious and fri4lendly host.
    Meg
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 841.67
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 148 reviews
    A lovely home away from home - warm friendly welcome to this lovely home, great location just a short walk from the city centre.
    L
    Linda
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 2,172.24
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,006 reviews
    Very convenient to the stop for the National Express Skybus from the airport. Also very close to the Castle and lovely gardens as well as Colchester city centre. Quiet at night.
    Karen
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 61 reviews
    Lovely room and bathroom. Host very responsive. Well stocked fridge and coffee machine, and fresh fruit provided. Will likely visit again, I had a great stay.
    SteveHarveyUK
    Young couple

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