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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, (606 reviews)
"Lovely grounds for a walk Huge room Good restaurant"
United Kingdom
Fionnghuala
The price is P8,430
P10,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Wivenhoe House Hotel
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

GreyFriars

GreyFriars
3.5 star property
3.1 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (676 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay "
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is P9,408
P11,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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, (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 P12,746
P15,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
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, (764 reviews)
"Good value"
United Kingdom
Colin
The price is P4,316
P5,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
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Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
3.7 km from University of Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"The staff were absolutely fantastic across the board, thank you for making a last minute stay much less stressful!"
United States
Jace
The price is P3,642
P4,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Talbooth House & Spa

Talbooth House & Spa
3.5 star property
9.2 km from University of Essex
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! "
United Kingdom
Jack
The price is P18,147
P21,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Talbooth House & Spa
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, (368 reviews)
"Spacious room, good night's sleep & great pillows!"
United Kingdom
Cliff
The price is P4,815
P5,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

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, (21 reviews)
"Good price, helpful host and all necessary facilities. Would recommend!"
United Kingdom
Norman
The price is P6,069
P7,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Ryegate House Colchester
1 bedroom, WiFi

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Woodview Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
10.3 km from University of Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
"extremely lovely quite place so lovely and was a pleasure meeting the owner ."
United Kingdom
Gary
The price is P5,732
P6,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
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, (97 reviews)
"Outstanding in every way! Would definitely go back. Food, staff and atmosphere all 5 star! Thank you so much"
United Kingdom
Laura
The price is P8,133
P9,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
Terrace/patio

Milsoms

Milsoms
3.0 star property
9.4 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Hotel room was on the small side but the breakfast was very good."
United Kingdom
ian
The price is P9,778
P11,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Milsoms
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The Marquis

The Marquis
4.0 star property
16.5 km from University of Essex
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Wonderful building, marvellous food, fantastic staff"
United Kingdom
Madeline
The price is P16,118
P19,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
The Marquis
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel
3.0 star property
3.3 km from University of Essex
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (860 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay"
United Kingdom
Tanya
The price is P5,098
P6,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
St Nicholas Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay overnight on the way to our holiday destination, we re ommend it. We couldn't fault it, everything was superb."
United Kingdom
Van
The price is P4,383
P5,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Free daily English breakfast

Adelaide Guesthouse

Adelaide Guesthouse
3.0 star property
16.9 km from University of Essex
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"Perfect B&B, ideal when working away, owners very friendly and warm"
United Kingdom
Stuart
The price is P5,598
P6,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Adelaide Guesthouse
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, (1,001 reviews)
"As a business traverler it was perfect"
United Kingdom
Wayne
The price is P4,528
P5,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Noble Goose Rooms

Noble Goose Rooms
2.5 star property
17.9 km from University of Essex
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (65 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable room with breakfast hamper. Nice village location. Very nice restaurant, great for evening dinner. Parking via village carpark nearby."
United Kingdom
Andrea
The price is P6,251
P7,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Noble Goose Rooms
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, (270 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is P6,676
P8,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
The Victory at Mersea
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Colchester Boutique Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
3.8 km from University of Essex
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (276 reviews)
"Lovely one night stay. Friendly staff, clean room and good breakfast. "
United Kingdom
Clare
The price is P8,430
P10,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Colchester Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

Star Anglia Hotel

Star Anglia Hotel
4.0 star property
4.1 km from University of Essex
7.6 out of 10, Good, (91 reviews)
"Nice enough hotel but very tired and a bit out of the way. Moved here after one night in Premier Inn which was much nicer and better located. No breakfast option as far as we could tell."
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is P4,127
P4,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Star Anglia Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to University of Essex

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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Wivenhoe House Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
606 reviews
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2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served
GreyFriars
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
676 reviews
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Birds Farm
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
11 reviews
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Bar (on property)
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
8.2
Very Good
764 reviews
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Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
10 reviews
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Top University of Essex Hotel Reviews

GreyFriars

GreyFriars

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed last year as a treat for my wife's birthday. We decided to do the same again this year and once again had a fantastic time. All staff were friendly and very helpful."
Keith 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
GreyFriars

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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, check out the 12 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include University of Essex - Colchester Campus and Student Only The Maltings.
How many hotels are there near University of Essex?
Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review 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, Roman Circus House, and Jumbo Water Tower 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 theater.