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Our top choices for Colchester Zoo hotels

A room with exposed brick walls, a wooden door, a light-colored armchair, and a carpeted floor.

1. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Woodview Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
2.9 km from Colchester Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"Excellent stay, friendly host, lovely breakfast."
United Kingdom
Andy
The price is P6,041
P7,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a prominent green and white sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.

2. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
3.0 star property
20.2 km from Colchester Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"2nd stay this time with family , great room size , excellent power shower and fantastic location"
United Kingdom
Edward
The price is P3,269
P3,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

3. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Colchester Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
"Nice hotel and great room size, good location."
United Kingdom
Johnny
The price is P4,765
P5,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.

4. GreyFriars

GreyFriars
4.0 star property
6 km from Colchester Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (721 reviews)
"Lovely stay with great food and comfortable accommodation"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is P9,914
P11,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
GreyFriars
A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

5. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Colchester Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"The beds were amazing"
Canada
Patricia
The price is P3,696
P4,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

6. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel
4.0 star property
8.4 km from Colchester Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (662 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great room, very quiet location. Restaurant & food were superb, recommend highly"
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is P8,635
P10,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Wivenhoe House Hotel
A narrow cobblestone street lined with traditional half-timbered buildings, some with outdoor seating and potted plants.

7. The Blue Boar - Maldon

The Blue Boar - Maldon
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Colchester Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (131 reviews)
"Will visit again, thank you."
United Kingdom
Frances
The price is P8,528
P10,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Blue Boar - Maldon
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

8. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland
4.0 star property
14.8 km from Colchester Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful diner - beautiful food and totally relaxing."
United Kingdom
Sharon
The price is P7,193
P8,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, safety signs, and a sunlit area with lounge chairs.

9. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Colchester Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Nicholas
The price is P3,996
P4,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
A four-poster bed with a white frame, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair with a red cushion.

10. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel
4.0 star property
16.8 km from Colchester Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (198 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay very helpful staff and excellent breakfast would return."
United Kingdom
norman
The price is P7,629
P9,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a gazebo, and a row of buildings with illuminated windows.

11. Staycations Maldon Suites

Staycations Maldon Suites
4.0 star property
18 km from Colchester Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Fantastic suite. Unique. Comfortable. Spacious. Has everything you'll need for short or longer term stays."
United Kingdom
Jonathon
The price is P7,551
P9,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Staycations Maldon Suites
A Holiday Inn Express building entrance with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a bench.

12. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
3.0 star property
12.4 km from Colchester Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"A great base for visiting the area. Comfortable and clean. Food, both breakfast and dinner menu is great value and tasty."
United Kingdom
Dawn
The price is P3,909
P4,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

13. Birds Farm

Birds Farm
3.0 star property
10.8 km from Colchester Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Really comfortable bed. Super clean. Great for a couple of nights stay. Close to the University to meet up with our daughter. Would recommend the Beth Chatto Garden near by for a visit. "
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is P6,715
P8,058 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Birds Farm
A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

14. St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Colchester Zoo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (932 reviews)
"A cosy place for a short stay in Colchester city centre."
Mexico
Ana Sofia
The price is P4,861
P5,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
St Nicholas Hotel
A traditional room with exposed brick walls, a fireplace, a bed with a plaid blanket, and large windows with curtains.

15. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns
3.0 star property
10.1 km from Colchester Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (339 reviews)
"A nice hotel and pub with lots of character and very comfortable rooms. The breakfast was lovely and the staff very helpful and present when needed."
United Kingdom
Anne-Marie
The price is P4,281
P5,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window.

16. Noble Goose Rooms

Noble Goose Rooms
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Colchester Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79 reviews)
"Room was lovely - cosy and clean. Bed super comfortable, and the breakfast hamper full of yummy treats. A really nice little hotel would absolutely recommend to anyone in the area needing accommodation."
United Kingdom
Antony
The price is P6,531
P7,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Noble Goose Rooms
A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and expansive fields.

17. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Colchester Zoo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean room and plenty of parking"
United Kingdom
Darrell
The price is P5,709
P6,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
A nighttime view of a pool area with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with large windows.

18. Talbooth House & Spa

Talbooth House & Spa
4.0 star property
14.8 km from Colchester Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Beautiful setting, very helpful staff, lovely hotel excellent restaurant."
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is P17,206
P20,647 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Talbooth House & Spa
A hanging light fixture with a clear glass enclosure and visible filament inside, set against a background of a window with a grid pattern and pink flowers.

19. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Colchester Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (802 reviews)
"Nice clean spacious room. Great parking facilities. Great location. Interesting history"
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is P6,112
P7,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

20. Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, 5.8 km from Colchester Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Good price, helpful host and all necessary facilities. Would recommend!"
United Kingdom
Norman
The price is P4,638
P5,565 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Ryegate House Colchester
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Colchester Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A room with exposed brick walls, a wooden door, a light-colored armchair, and a carpeted floor.
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
110 reviews
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A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a prominent green and white sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
383 reviews
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An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.
GreyFriars
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
721 reviews
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A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
16 reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Colchester Zoo?

Colchester Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Colchester known for its bar scene and array of dining options. You'll find 165 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Colchester Zoo?

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Colchester Zoo. Other good options within a few miles include Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG and St Nicholas Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Colchester Zoo?

Expedia has 165 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Colchester Zoo.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Colchester Zoo.

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What can I see and do near Colchester Zoo?

Study the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Colchester Natural History Museum, or Hollytrees Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Layer Marney Tower, Colchester Town Hall, and Jumbo Water Tower to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Manifest Theatre, and Headgate Theatre if you're interested in local theater.