Situated within a 14th-century coaching inn, the award-winning Best Western Rose and Crown Hotel is located just a 15 minutes’ walk from the centre of historic Colchester. The Rose and Crown offers guests both modern and oak-beamed rooms, which all include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with Freeview channels, tea and coffee-making facilities, and en suite bathrooms. Food and drink at the Rose and Crown is provided at both the formal hotel restaurant and the Tudor Bar and Brasserie with its real log fires. All food is home-produced and made using seasonal ingredients. Kitchen is closed for lunch and dinner. Breakfast is unaffected and is served daily: Mon - Fri 6.30-9.30 / Sat - Sun and Bank Holidays 7.30 -10.30 Bar is open daily from 5.30PM - 10.30PM

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Best Western
Hotel chain/brand
Best Western

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Value for money
7.6
Location
8.0
Free WiFi
7.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room we booked was near train tracks, bit noisy. I requested a change and titania went over and above to ensure my other 2 nights were great by moving me to a lovely room, All reception staff were very helpful. The hotel has loads of character...
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely helpful and friendly staff on reception. There was one particular young lady but I dont remember her name that really was so helpful and kind. Very good value for money. Lovely big bath and plenty of hot water. Linen was clean. Plenty of...
  • Debbie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, room, breakfast and staff brilliant. I was also able to leave my motorbike and bag whilst I attended my friend’s funeral which was so helpful.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Croatian
  • Hungarian
  • Latvian
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Romanian

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCB Cash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

  • Yes, Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel is 0.6 miles from the centre of Colchester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Live music/performance

  • Room options at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Twin
    • Triple