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3-star hotels in Colchester
Colchester is one of Britain's oldest recorded towns, with Roman walls, a Norman castle and a lively High Street of shops, cafes and markets. Visitors come for heritage, the arts and easy access to the Essex coast and countryside. These 3-star hotels suit budget-conscious couples, families and business travellers who want a comfortable base without paying for luxury extras. Spring and summer are the most popular times to visit, when the town is liveliest and the weather is best for exploring on foot.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
GreyFriars
High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereGreyFriars sits on Colchester's High Street and earns the strongest guest rating on this list, 4.5 out of 5 from 984 reviews. Air conditioning, a bar and a 24 hour front desk are among its facilities, with breakfast available in room. It suits visitors who want a central, well-reviewed base and easy access to the town centre.
See GreyFriarsThe George of Colchester
116 High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe George of Colchester is on the High Street with a 4.1 out of 5 guest rating from 1077 reviews. Free Wifi, family rooms and breakfast in room make it practical for families and couples alike. Travellers who value a central location, express check in and space for children will find it a sensible choice for a Colchester stay.
See The George of ColchesterHoliday Inn Express Colchester
Birchwood Road, Colchester, United Kingdom
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereHoliday Inn Express Colchester on Birchwood Road scores 4.1 out of 5 from 873 reviews. Breakfast, air conditioning and a business centre are listed among its facilities, alongside a 24 hour front desk. It suits business travellers and motorists who want reliable, straightforward comfort with useful working amenities.
See Holiday Inn Express ColchesterBest Western The Rose And Crown Colchester
East Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereBest Western The Rose And Crown Colchester on East Street has a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 835 reviews. Free Wifi, family rooms and express check in are among the facilities, with a 24 hour front desk. It works well for families and guests who want a welcoming, well-rated base within easy reach of the centre.
See Best Western The Rose And Crown ColchesterSt Nicholas Hotel
High Street St Nicholas Hotel, Colchester, United Kingdom
- Parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSt Nicholas Hotel on High Street has a 3.9 out of 5 rating from 229 reviews. Free Wifi, a lift and express check in are listed, along with iron and board and housekeeping. It suits visitors who prefer a quieter, less crowded hotel and want straightforward amenities close to the town centre.
See St Nicholas HotelDragonfly Hotel Colchester
A12 A120 Ardleigh Junction, Colchester, United Kingdom
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereDragonfly Hotel Colchester sits at the A12 A120 Ardleigh Junction and rates 3.8 out of 5 from 634 reviews. Free car parking and free Wifi are listed, along with a bar and a 24 hour front desk. It is a good fit for drivers and travellers passing through Essex who want easy road access.
See Dragonfly Hotel ColchesterTravelodge Colchester Feering
A12 London Road Northbound Feering, Colchester, United Kingdom
- Car parking
- Wifi
Why stay hereTravelodge Colchester Feering is on the A12 London Road northbound at Feering, rated 3.8 out of 5 from 456 reviews. Car parking and Wifi are listed, with a reception area; note that the Wifi may carry a surcharge. It suits road travellers and overnighters seeking a simple, no-frills stop on the A12.
See Travelodge Colchester FeeringBrook Red Lion Hotel
High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
- Breakfast
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereBrook Red Lion Hotel on High Street rates 3.7 out of 5 from 396 reviews. Breakfast, breakfast in room and a bar are among its facilities, with a 24 hour front desk and concierge. It suits guests who want a traditional town-centre stay with breakfast on site and help arranging their visit.
See Brook Red Lion HotelPremier Inn Colchester Town Centre
St Peters Street Colchester Essex Co1 1Ew, Colchester, United Kingdom
- Car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePremier Inn Colchester Town Centre on St Peters Street offers air conditioning, car parking, free Wifi and a restaurant, placing it well for town-centre sightseeing. It suits families and couples who want a predictable, comfortable base with somewhere to eat on site, without any guest rating to compare on this list.
See Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
Questions, answered
Which 3-star hotels in Colchester offer free parking?
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester lists free car parking. Travelodge Colchester Feering lists car parking, and Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre lists car parking. Check details with each hotel before booking.
Which hotels in Colchester have the best guest ratings?
GreyFriars has the highest guest rating at 4.5 out of 5 from 984 reviews. The George of Colchester, Holiday Inn Express Colchester and Best Western The Rose And Crown Colchester each score 4.1.
Which 3-star hotels in Colchester serve breakfast?
Holiday Inn Express Colchester and Brook Red Lion Hotel both list breakfast among their facilities. GreyFriars and The George of Colchester offer breakfast in room.
Do any Colchester hotels have family rooms?
The George of Colchester and Best Western The Rose And Crown Colchester both list family rooms, making them a practical choice for travellers visiting Colchester with children.