Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The host will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Host will greet you
Children and extra beds
This property welcomes adults only
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Property Registration Number 4115
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Marlborough Head Colchester
Marlborough Head Inn
Marlborough Head Inn Colchester
The Marlborough Dedham Colchester
The Marlborough Dedham Bed & breakfast
The Marlborough Dedham Bed & breakfast Colchester
Frequently asked questions
How much is parking at The Marlborough Dedham?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Marlborough Dedham?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Marlborough Dedham?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Marlborough Dedham located?
Situated in Colchester, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Bridge Cottage and Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum. RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden and Flatford Mill are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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The Marlborough Dedham Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 82 reviews
10 - Excellent
39
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 82 reviews
8 - Good
21
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 82 reviews
6 - Okay
10
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 82 reviews
4 - Poor
12
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Very welcoming friendly place. Very clean and comfortable. Ideal place to stay and venture out to surrounding villages.
Dimitra
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Clean comfortable rooms. Great breakfast
Dave
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
Service was excellent. Our room was very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Superb breakfast and great choice available.
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
Had a lovely night at the Marlborough and would gladly go back .Great coffee.
Debra
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10
Lovely hotel and pub.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10
This traditional pub had a nice large room with loads of rustic charm. The staff were brilliant and the breakfast was amazing! For the price it was well worth it.
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10
Very welcoming staff, friendly and helpful. Excellent location in the heart of Dedham. Delicious breakfast: plenty of choice, served with smiles.
Stephen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10
Check in was easy, arrived and the staff were very friendly and engaging, got shown the room which was beautifully presented.
Had dinner, the food was delicious, service was excellent , we had a few drinks and went to bed, had a fabulous nights sleep in a very comfy bed.
Had breakfast (which was included) and I couldn’t fault it at all, all in all, had a wonderful stay and would very highly recommend.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Lovely modern room and excellent breakfast. Staff welcoming and helpful.
Keith
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10
Staff were super friendly & helpful - nothing was too much bother. Room was good. Food is good - service was excellent
Will stay again
Matt
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10
Charming building from the 15th century, with features preserved. The staff were accommodating and friendly. Food was excellent, with superb local ales! Plus, it’s dog friendly and ample parking for residents. Highly recommended!
Misha Denise
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
8/10
We had a really lovely stay here. The room was lovely and a good size, comfortable bed and great amenities. The bar and restaurant had a great atmosphere and the food was really nice. We thought the breakfast was a continental only but its not, and they offered a great range including full English, so that was a nice surprise and made the overall price even more value for money. We would be happy to stay again.
Tina
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10
Stayed at the Marlborough for one night. Room was comfortable and clean, nice bathroom with very powerful shower. We ate in the restaurant and found the food very good value with excellent service. Breakfast was also good (the "Big Breakfast" lived up to its name!). Will definitely be back.
D
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
8/10
Lovely building and room with great staff and really good food. The only slight downside was the noise in the room overnight, as the charming-looking windows are gappy.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10
Lovely room - it was well equipped and great location. Disappointed with the customer service - did not feel valued as guests - from a perfunctory Manager to bar staff that did not even look up from washing glasses whilst waiting at the bar. This is down to training and never went beyond the minimum customer service. Shame as the room was excellent but customer service let it down.
Richard
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Great place, great people, great food. Best stay ever
Mark
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10
Phil
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10
Laura
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
Amazing staff , room was beautiful breakfast very good, really enjoyed my stay and close to the wonderful Flatford mill, had a lovely walk