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Our top choices for firstsite hotels

A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

1. GreyFriars

GreyFriars
4.0 star property
0.4 km from firstsite
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (721 reviews)
"Lovely stay with great food and comfortable accommodation"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is AED 545
AED 654 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
GreyFriars
A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

2. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
3.5 star property
0.4 km from firstsite
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
"Nice hotel and great room size, good location."
United Kingdom
Johnny
The price is AED 273
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

3. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
0.1 km from firstsite
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"The beds were amazing"
Canada
Patricia
The price is AED 214
AED 257 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

4. Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, < 0.1 km from firstsite
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Good price, helpful host and all necessary facilities. Would recommend!"
United Kingdom
Norman
The price is AED 266
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ryegate House Colchester
A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

5. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

The Railway Sleeper Lodge
3.0 star property
1.6 km from firstsite
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 reviews)
"Simple and clean - good size room"
United Kingdom
Darrell
The price is AED 252
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a water dispenser, and a bar counter with multiple taps.

6. Colchester Boutique Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
0.3 km from firstsite
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (284 reviews)
"What a great place to stay. Clean, friendly, welcoming, a lovely breakfast. Stayed in a single room, but was cosy and nice."
United Kingdom
Dave
The price is AED 463
AED 556 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Colchester Boutique Hotel
A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, wooden furniture, and large windows with bars.

7. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
1.2 km from firstsite
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (803 reviews)
"Nice clean spacious room. Great parking facilities. Great location. Interesting history"
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is AED 346
AED 415 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

8. St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel
3.0 star property
0.3 km from firstsite
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 AED 245
AED 294 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
St Nicholas Hotel
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

9. Star Anglia Hotel

Star Anglia Hotel
4.0 star property
0.6 km from firstsite
7.6 out of 10, Good, (102 reviews)
"Simple, easy, cosy stay, in a nice part of town too!"
United Kingdom
Iain
The price is AED 269
AED 322 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Star Anglia Hotel
A dining area with tables set for service, a chandelier, and a large clock on the wall.

10. Brook Red Lion Hotel

Brook Red Lion Hotel
3.0 star property
0.3 km from firstsite
7.0 out of 10, Good, (372 reviews)
"Will defitnitly stay again staff were lovely so were the rooms and beautiful building will def be back"
United Kingdom
Danielle
The price is AED 239
AED 287 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Brook Red Lion Hotel
A corridor leading to a patio with a bench, a table, and a chair.

11. Zen Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

Zen Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples
3.0 star property
2.2 km from firstsite
The price is AED 302
AED 627 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Zen Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples
An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

12. The George of Colchester

The George of Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, 0.2 km from firstsite
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (714 reviews)
"Clean room and a nice breakfast"
United Kingdom
Graham
The price is AED 338
AED 405 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
The George of Colchester
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

13. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland
4.0 star property
10.7 km from firstsite
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful diner - beautiful food and totally relaxing."
United Kingdom
Sharon
The price is AED 394
AED 472 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden building in the background.

14. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
3.0 star property
15.7 km from firstsite
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Vanessa and Steve were exceptional hosts and the facilities at “The Foxes Den” suited us perfectly. Everything was most satisfactory and we ended our stay with a delicious full English breakfast which kept us going for quite a while!!! We would recommend a stay there to everyone visiting the area for a peaceful and very comfortable night."
United Kingdom
Jennifer
The price is AED 447
AED 536 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

15. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel
4.0 star property
3.8 km from firstsite
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 AED 500
AED 600 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Wivenhoe House Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.

16. The Victory at Mersea

The Victory at Mersea
4.0 star property
12.8 km from firstsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (286 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed"
United Kingdom
Roger
The price is AED 349
AED 419 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Victory at Mersea
A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

17. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
19.1 km from firstsite
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (898 reviews)
"Simple clean room. English ugh space for my daughter & I. The shower was plenty hot & powerful."
United Kingdom
karla
The price is AED 222
AED 266 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

18. Birds Farm

Birds Farm
3.0 star property
6.6 km from firstsite
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 AED 386
AED 463 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Birds Farm
Garden

19. Noble Goose Rooms

Noble Goose Rooms
2.5 star property
14.9 km from firstsite
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 AED 374
AED 449 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Noble Goose Rooms
A modern interior with a brick wall, a glass partition, and a seating area with a coffee table.

20. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
4.0 star property
18.8 km from firstsite
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (490 reviews)
"Lovely grounds, fantastic massage and great food. Thought the spa facilities could have been bigger. A 30 min delay waiting for my massage with no apology or acknowledgement of the delay. Rooms comfy but basic."
United Kingdom
Katherine
The price is AED 534
AED 641 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to firstsite

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.
GreyFriars
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
721 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
View
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
View
A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.
Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
30 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
48 reviews
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Top firstsite Hotel Reviews

Brook Red Lion Hotel

Brook Red Lion Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely quirky hotel in Colchester high street. Very friendly and helpful staff. Initial thoughts were not great , but then you realise it’s over 500 years old. We will definitely be returning."
Paul 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Brook Red Lion Hotel

Other attractions near firstsite

A stone commemorative plaque at Castle Park, marking the 100th anniversary of its opening in 1892.

Colchester Castle Park

9.0/10 (164 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Colchester Castle Park, a lovely green space in Colchester. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around firstsite?
Firstsite is located in a historic area of Colchester known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 88 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to firstsite?
Adjacent to firstsite, St Nicholas Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options close by include The George of Colchester and The North Hill Hotel, Colchester.
How many hotels can I expect to find near firstsite?
Expedia has 88 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from firstsite.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near firstsite, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the 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. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to firstsite.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near firstsite?
To find more details about updating your stay near firstsite or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do near firstsite?
You'll want to browse the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Colchester Natural History Museum, and Hollytrees Museum. Explore landmarks like Colchester Town Hall, Jumbo Water Tower, and Roman Circus House. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Headgate Theatre, and Manifest Theatre if you're interested in local theater.