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Set in Colchester, 36 km from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 48 km from Chelmsford Train Station, 6.6 km from Alresford and 12 km from Colchester Castle. The property is non-smoking and is situated 39 km from Hedingham Castle.

Staff were so friendly and accommodating. Found us a last min table for dinner on a busy Saturday night.

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9
Superb
211 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Situated within 24 km of Hedingham Castle and 38 km of Freeport Braintree, Apple Tree Lodges features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colchester. It is set 39 km from The Apex and offers a 24-hour front desk. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

The staff were very helpful and friendly. The views from the lodges are astounding, also so tranquil.

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9
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
£151
per night

Set in Colchester, in a historic building, 28 km from Freeport Braintree, Prince Cottage is a bed and breakfast with a garden and barbecue facilities. It is located 31 km from Hedingham Castle and provides full-day security. The bed and breakfast offers garden views, a picnic area, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available.

Dee is absolutely lovely and take such good care of you.

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9
Superb
210 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Set in Colchester in the Essex region, Plumptons Farm Holiday Lodges offers accommodation with free private parking.

The lodge provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A toaster and kettle are also featured.

Tranquillity and homely feel. By far my favourite in the UK.

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9.5
Exceptional
218 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

The Pheasant Retreat and Pheasant Lodge and Pheasant Suite are situated in the grounds of Balls Farm, a 17th-century farmhouse surrounded by fields and wildlife. The accommodation has a 5-star Gold Award from the British tourist board.

Beautiful accommodation and very private.

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9.7
Exceptional
143 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Stylish Victorian house, close to City Centre is located in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Freeport Braintree is 28 km away.

The beds are super comfortable. Super nice garden. In the kitchen is anything you may need.

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£127.50
per night

Offering a terrace and garden view, Stylish and homely 1 bed Edwardian Coach House is situated in Colchester, 30 km from Hedingham Castle and 37 km from Chelmsford Train Station. It is set 48 km from Hylands Park and features private check-in and check-out. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Freeport Braintree is 25 km away.

Facilities were perfect and the location ideal for easy access in every direction.

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9.8
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
£115.27
per night

Judith Barge, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle, 41 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 4.3 km from Colchester Castle. It is set 30 km from Freeport Braintree and features a minimarket. Parking on-site is available and the boat also offers free use of bicycles for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

Everything was brilliant. Comfortable and cosy. Would recommend and stay again.

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9.8
Exceptional
16 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

Located in Colchester, 29 km from Freeport Braintree and 32 km from Hedingham Castle, Stylish Studio offers free WiFi and air conditioning. The Colchester Castle is within 1.8 km of the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 41 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

Layout and lighting was gorgeous!! And the small touch of wine, chocolates, cupcake etc was great.

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9.5
Exceptional
22 reviews
Price from
£73.15
per night

Situated in Colchester, 29 km from Freeport Braintree and 32 km from Hedingham Castle, Swish Studio offers free WiFi and air conditioning. The property has quiet street views, and is 1.8 km from Colchester Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 41 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

Everything it was a lovely lovely place

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9.5
Exceptional
20 reviews
Price from
£73.15
per night

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
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  • The Cartlodge B & B
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 59 reviews

    Offering a children's playground and views of the garden, The Cartlodge B & B is set in Colchester, 12 km from Colchester Zoo.

    Friendly owners clean and comfortable accommodation.

  • Wivenhoe House Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,430 reviews

    Set in the historic grounds of Wivenhoe Park, this 18th-century house is next to the University of Essex campus.

    I paid for a basic room, but it was really lovely,

  • The George Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,632 reviews

    Set in the heart of Colchester, the 500-year-old George Hotel boasts an à-la-carte restaurant and a bar, and offers rooms with free WiFi access throughout.

    Beautifully decorated, comfy and centrally located.

  • The Courthouse Inn
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 211 reviews

    Set in Colchester, 36 km from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    Everything staff, foood facilities all excellent t

  • Apple Tree Lodges
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 131 reviews

    Situated within 24 km of Hedingham Castle and 38 km of Freeport Braintree, Apple Tree Lodges features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Colchester.

    Location was lovely and peaceful once we found it.

  • Prince Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 210 reviews

    Set in Colchester, in a historic building, 28 km from Freeport Braintree, Prince Cottage is a bed and breakfast with a garden and barbecue facilities.

    Dee is absolutely lovely and take such good care of you.

  • Plumptons Farm Holiday Lodges
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 218 reviews

    Set in Colchester in the Essex region, Plumptons Farm Holiday Lodges offers accommodation with free private parking.

    Location was beautiful 😍 Lodge was lovely and very clean

  • Stylish Victorian house, close to City Centre
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Stylish Victorian house, close to City Centre is located in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

    The beds are super comfortable. Super nice garden. In the kitchen is anything you may need.

Great access to the city centre! Check these cheap hotels in Colchester

  • Cosy Home in City Centre
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Cosy Home in City Centre is set in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 38 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and 49 km from Hylands Park. The holiday home is 1.7 km from Colchester Castle.

  • Ratcliffe Apartment
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Ratcliffe Apartment is situated in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 4 km from Colchester Castle.

  • Comfy City Stay
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Comfy City Stay in Colchester offers accommodation with free WiFi, 28 km from Freeport Braintree, 31 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

  • Duchess House 2- Spacious & Elegant 3BR 1F
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Colchester and only 28 km from Freeport Braintree, Duchess House 2- Spacious & Elegant 3BR 1F provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • New, spacious & immaculate Double room for rental in Colchester Town Centre!
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated in Colchester in the Essex region, New, spacious & immaculate Double room for rental in Colchester Town Centre! features a patio.

  • Pass the Keys 3 Bed home away from home
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Pass the Keys 3 Bed home away from home is located in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

  • Garland Rd Colchester
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Located 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 1.5 km from Colchester Castle, Garland Rd Colchester offers accommodation situated in Colchester.

  • Spring Close
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Colchester and only 33 km from Freeport Braintree, Spring Close features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Modern And Spacious 3 Bedroom Family House with Workspace
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Modern And Spacious 3 Bedroom Family House with Workspace, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Colchester, 34 km from Hedingham Castle, 41 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 3.8...

  • Judith Barge
    Central location
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 16 reviews

    Judith Barge, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle, 41 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 4.3 km from Colchester Castle.

    It was just something a little different than a regular room.

  • Roman Quarter
    Central location
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 74 reviews

    Roman Quarter in Colchester features accommodation with free WiFi, 28 km from Freeport Braintree, 31 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

    Once again, fantastic 👏 All you could want in a superb location

  • Detached Coach House
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Detached Coach House is set in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 3 km from Colchester Castle.

  • Pheasant Suites
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 143 reviews

    The Pheasant Retreat and Pheasant Lodge and Pheasant Suite are situated in the grounds of Balls Farm, a 17th-century farmhouse surrounded by fields and wildlife.

    We didn't like we loved everything totally amazing.

  • Unique period one bedroom house in Colchester
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 84 reviews

    Located in Colchester in the Essex region, Unique period one bedroom house in Colchester has a patio.

    Beautiful clean cosy cottage Comfortable, netflix!

  • Modern 6 Bed 3 Bath House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Modern 6 Bed 3 Bath House is located in Colchester, 32 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

  • Stylish Studio
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 22 reviews

    Located in Colchester, 29 km from Freeport Braintree and 32 km from Hedingham Castle, Stylish Studio offers free WiFi and air conditioning. The Colchester Castle is within 1.8 km of the apartment.

    Layout and lighting was gorgeous!! And the small touch of wine, chocolates, cupcake etc was great.

  • Swish Studio
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews

    Situated in Colchester, 29 km from Freeport Braintree and 32 km from Hedingham Castle, Swish Studio offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

    Cleanliness & the extra food/drinks touches

  • Little Oaks House - A boutique and cosy house in Colchester
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Located in Colchester, 28 km from Freeport Braintree, Little Oaks House - A boutique and cosy house in Colchester provides recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a garden.

  • Dutch Quarter
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Located in Colchester and only 27 km from Freeport Braintree, Dutch Quarter provides accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great location, stunning apartment, well facilitated and great value for money. The owner is really friendly and accommodating.

  • 160 Canterbury Road
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    160 Canterbury Road, a property with a garden, is located in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 3 km from Colchester Castle.

    L’emplacement, le chauffage très efficace le confort

  • Victoria Gardens
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 17 reviews

    Victoria Gardens in Colchester features accommodation with free WiFi, 32 km from Freeport Braintree, 34 km from Hedingham Castle and 43 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

    The property was clean and had all the necessary amenities.

  • Birds Farm
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 26 reviews

    Situated in Colchester and only 34 km from Freeport Braintree, Birds Farm features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    The location was perfect as it was close to my family.

  • Colchester Town, modern, detached, guest house
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 15 reviews

    Situated 29 km from Freeport Braintree, Colchester Town, modern, detached, guest house features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Location is great, property was clean and quiet, very relaxing

  • Midland Close Bungalow - With separate office space by Catchpole Stays
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 10 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Midland Close Bungalow - With separate office space by Catchpole Stays is situated in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station...

    Nice place, plenty of room, parking , ground floor, Back yard ,

  • Kensington House- The Perfect home for contractor stays
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Colchester and only 28 km from Freeport Braintree, Kensington House- The Perfect home for contractor stays provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Lovely 3-bedroom apartment in Colchester
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Lovely 3-bedroom apartment in Colchester is an accommodation situated in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle and 42 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

    Very nice little apartment, close to town centre and easy to get to.

  • 'Number 11' Central Colchester - Super Convenient 2 x Double Bed 1 x Single Bed Cottage PLUS Office & Garden, 8 min walk Nth Station & Town Ctr, 2 min walk local shops & restaurants
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 53 reviews

    Situated in Colchester in the Essex region, 'Number 11' Central Colchester - Super Convenient 2 x Double Bed 1 x Single Bed Cottage PLUS Office & Garden, 8 min walk Nth Station & Town Ctr, 2 min walk...

    it was immaculate. decorated to a high standard and the beds were so comfy.

  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Cosy Two Bedroom Coach House - Free Parking for 2 vehicles, WIFI & Netflix is located in Colchester, 31 km from Hedingham Castle, 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 1.8 km from Colchester...

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  • Unique Quaint & Quirky House Colchester Town Centre
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 149 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, Unique Quaint & Quirky House Colchester Town Centre offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi in Colchester, 27 km from Freeport Braintree.

    Very comfy and a lovely host... love the heated blanket

  • The Blackwater Suite
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 167 reviews

    The Blackwater Suite is situated in Colchester, 37 km from Freeport Braintree, 44 km from Hedingham Castle, as well as 45 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

    beautiful room and facilities, and beautiful location

  • The North Hill Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 993 reviews

    Colchester’s North Hill Hotel provides luxurious bed and breakfast in Britain’s oldest town.

    Great place and friendly staff breakfast is gorgeous

  • Luxury Rooms And An En-Suite Room With Free WI-FI Clarendon Way
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 13 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Luxury Rooms And An En-Suite Room With Free WI-FI Clarendon Way is located in Colchester, 26 km from Freeport Braintree and 28 km from Hedingham Castle.

    Frank was in real time coordinating with me regarding my queries.

  • North Colchester Homestay
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 81 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, North Colchester Homestay is an accommodation set in Colchester, 32 km from Hedingham Castle and 41 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

    The cleanliness and arrangement was exceptional 💯%

  • The Railway Sleeper Lodge
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 690 reviews

    Offering affordable, clean & compact accommodation, the Railway Sleeper Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from Colchester Main Train Station. A convenient 24-hour self check-in service is provided.

    Lovely warm room, cosy, good facilities, hot shower

  • Stylish and homely 1 bed Edwardian Coach House
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Offering a terrace and garden view, Stylish and homely 1 bed Edwardian Coach House is situated in Colchester, 30 km from Hedingham Castle and 37 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

    The property is beautifully clean and aesthetically pleasing!

  • Top Spot 2-Bed Apartment Town Centre Train Station
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 17 reviews

    Top Spot 2-Bed Apartment Town Centre Train Station is located in Colchester, 30 km from Hedingham Castle, 39 km from Chelmsford Train Station, and 1.9 km from Colchester Castle.

    Clean and comfortable and a good location for city break needs.

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