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9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(101)
"prime example of a lovely British B&B. will use again !"
"prime example of a lovely British B&B. will use again !"
Gerald
The price is P5,565
P5,565
P6,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
The price is P35,929
P35,929
P43,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (634)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(634)
"We had a wonderful stay all the staff were very helpful, we will stay there again,"
"We had a wonderful stay all the staff were very helpful, we will stay there again,"Helen
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
10/10
Exceptional
(15)
"beautiful location, warm welcome, fantastic breakfast, would stay again."
"beautiful location, warm welcome, fantastic breakfast, would stay again."steve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (349)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(349)
"Very friendly, welcoming service and the room was perfect"
"Very friendly, welcoming service and the room was perfect"Helen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (93)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(93)
"Lovely stay"
"Lovely stay"Mr
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (547)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(547)
"We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff were polite and friendly throughout our visit. The accommodation was clean and comfortable, and the buffet breakfast was delicious with a great selection. We would happily stay here again.
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"We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff were polite and friendly throughout our visit. The accommodation was clean and comfortable, and the buffet breakfast was delicious with a great selection. We would happily stay here again.
"mark
The price is P8,433
P8,433
P10,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms2.5 star property
10.1 km from Colchester Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(52)
"Regularly stay here on business - rooms are beautifully done and staff are friendly. "
"Regularly stay here on business - rooms are beautifully done and staff are friendly. "Ben
The price is P4,517
P4,517
P5,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Ryegate House Colchester
Ryegate House Colchester3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, 5.8 km from Colchester Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(12)
"The facilities were really good and everything was clean and tidy. The manger was super helpful"
"The facilities were really good and everything was clean and tidy. The manger was super helpful"Anonymous traveler
The price is P5,107
P5,107
P6,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(10)
"We loved it here, had a a good couple of nights with friends. Beautiful apartment, amazing mattresses and pillows, very quiet environment. The pool wasn’t open and some work was happening but you can tell it’s going to look amazing once they put it all together and summer prep work is expected at this time of year. Kara was fab and we met a super helpful housekeeper who is doing a degree who was a literal walking tourist information centre. Great atmosphere all round ."
"We loved it here, had a a good couple of nights with friends. Beautiful apartment, amazing mattresses and pillows, very quiet environment. The pool wasn’t open and some work was happening but you can tell it’s going to look amazing once they put it all together and summer prep work is expected at this time of year. Kara was fab and we met a super helpful housekeeper who is doing a degree who was a literal walking tourist information centre. Great atmosphere all round ."Karen
The price is P8,780
P8,780
P10,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (143)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(143)
"What a fantastic friendly pub / hotel, I would recommend you visit this place. "
"What a fantastic friendly pub / hotel, I would recommend you visit this place. "Steven
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39)
8.8/10
Excellent
(39)
"Really nice stay the room was lovely and the bathroom was spacious "
"Really nice stay the room was lovely and the bathroom was spacious "Lucy
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(86)
"A nice friendly area and hotel....will use again "
"A nice friendly area and hotel....will use again "Stephen
The price is P7,857
P7,857
P9,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms3.0 star property
17.9 km from Colchester Zoo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
10/10
Exceptional
(43)
"The staff were all warm and friendly. The room was lovely, and the breakfast was delicious."
"The staff were all warm and friendly. The room was lovely, and the breakfast was delicious."Karen
The price is P4,911
P4,911
P5,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (175)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(175)
"Great location, Great room and probably the most comfortable bed I have EVER slept in!!! Will definitely stay here again"
"Great location, Great room and probably the most comfortable bed I have EVER slept in!!! Will definitely stay here again"Martyn
The price is P6,563
P6,563
P7,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
The Kings Arms, Colchester A120
The Kings Arms, Colchester A1203.0 star property
7.3 km from Colchester Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (125)
8.4/10
Very Good
(125)
"We liked the view from the room and the breakfast options"
"We liked the view from the room and the breakfast options"Diane
The price is P9,193
P9,193
P11,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG4.0 star property
3.6 km from Colchester Zoo
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
8.0/10
Very Good
(1004)
"breakfast was very good , Staff were friendly and plenty of parking. "
"breakfast was very good , Staff were friendly and plenty of parking. "Papa
The price is P3,601
P3,601
P4,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (31)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(31)
"The room was very clean, very comfortable, with quality fittings. Comfortable bed, quality bedlinen, soft towels, helpful host - highly recommended."
"The room was very clean, very comfortable, with quality fittings. Comfortable bed, quality bedlinen, soft towels, helpful host - highly recommended."Joseph
The price is P9,756
P9,756
P11,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel3.0 star property
6.7 km from Colchester Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (723)
8.2/10
Very Good
(723)
"Has a lovely stay room was comfy clean and plenty of lovely condiments "
"Has a lovely stay room was comfy clean and plenty of lovely condiments "iona
The price is P4,714
P4,714
P5,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (248)
8.4/10
Very Good
(248)
"Really helpful staff great stay "
"Really helpful staff great stay "Maureen Claire
The price is P4,714
P4,714
P5,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
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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.
Top Colchester Zoo Hotel Reviews
Brook Red Lion Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"I turned up early, and the friendly receptionist, chatted with me for ages. The room was sootless and when I checked in they had put a heater on to ensure the room wad warm. I will definitely return. "
Colchester Boutique Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"overnight stay for a charity back tie ball, very good room, nice and quiet, good quality continental breakfast"
Star Anglia Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"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. "
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
10/10 Excellent
"All staff were courteous. The food in restaurant was good value. Breakfast VG. The room was clean, comfortable and fairly quiet. Will def stay here again if in the area."
St Nicholas Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"The stay was great & staff are fantastic ! The room could do with a freshen up now and the shower head in 910 needs changing "
Ryegate House Colchester
10/10 Excellent
"Nice tidy and clean room that looked like it had been recently fitted out.
Decent sized Kitchen at each end of the corridor i didn't use them but they looked fully kitted out and new.
The hotel is on a quiet residential street but took me 5mins to walk into the town centre which has loads of bars, shops and restaurants.
Worth calling ahead of arrival and they'll reserve you a parking spot (There aren't many spots)
Nice bloke on reception showed us our rooms and kindly found me a fan.
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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 182 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay close to Colchester Zoo?
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Colchester Zoo. Other good options within a few miles include Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester and Romantic Lodge on Edge of Nature Reserve.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Colchester Zoo?
Expedia has 182 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.
What can I see and do near Colchester Zoo?
Study the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum, or Tymperleys Clock Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Layer Marney Tower, Colchester Town Hall, and Roman Circus House 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.