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The Flag, hotel in Colchester

Set in Wivenhoe, 32 km from Freeport Braintree, The Flag offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

Location fine for our visit- staff lovely and friendly , cosy restaurant and good food.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
165 reviews
Price from£130.50per night
The Courthouse Inn, hotel in Colchester

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

Staff we very helpful and efficient, food was very good in the evening, breakfast great and the rooms bar area toilets were are spotless , you can drive to most locations easily
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
213 reviews
Price from£120per night
The Crown Inn, hotel in Colchester

Boasting wonderful views across the Stour and Box river valleys, this privately owned inn is set on a hill in the picturesque village of Stoke-by-Nayland, on the Essex and Suffolk border.

Good breakfast and evening meal was very nice - busy pub and casual experience - the room was very comfortable
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
353 reviews
Price from£192per night
The Lion Inn, hotel in Colchester

An independent hotel with a continental feel, the Lion Inn has a bar, an elegant bistro-style restaurant and spacious air-conditioned rooms flat-screen TVs and free wired internet.

All staff attentive and well trained. Very good English breakfast. Continental so-so. Comfy bed and good shower. Rooms traditional but well decorated.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
491 reviews
Price from£154per night
Talbooth House & Spa, hotel in Colchester

Situated in Dedham, 34 km from Hedingham Castle, Talbooth House & Spa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Everything apart from the spa experience
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
40 reviews
Price from£250per night
The Angel Inn, Stoke-by-Nayland, hotel in Colchester

Set in beautiful Suffolk countryside, this grade II 16th-century coaching Inn’s offers rooms with antique furniture and free Wi-Fi. The traditional restaurant and bar provide great food and real ales....

The food was exceptional, including the breakfasts. Our room had everything we needed, including a free standing bath, and was super comfortable.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
49 reviews
Price from£500per night
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  • The Flag
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 165 reviews

    Set in Wivenhoe, 32 km from Freeport Braintree, The Flag offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    Staff were excellent and room bright, airy and clean.

  • The Lion Inn
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 490 reviews

    An independent hotel with a continental feel, the Lion Inn has a bar, an elegant bistro-style restaurant and spacious air-conditioned rooms flat-screen TVs and free wired internet.

    It was very cosy, quaint with a nice friendly atmosphere.

  • The Crown Inn
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 353 reviews

    Boasting wonderful views across the Stour and Box river valleys, this privately owned inn is set on a hill in the picturesque village of Stoke-by-Nayland, on the Essex and Suffolk border.

    Lovely room with reat outdoor space ideal for our dog

  • Talbooth House & Spa
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 40 reviews

    Situated in Dedham, 34 km from Hedingham Castle, Talbooth House & Spa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    Very quiet location, comfortable room excellent staff

  • The Angel Inn, Stoke-by-Nayland
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 49 reviews

    Set in beautiful Suffolk countryside, this grade II 16th-century coaching Inn’s offers rooms with antique furniture and free Wi-Fi. The traditional restaurant and bar provide great food and real ales.

    Friendliness of staff, the rooms and food ,all exceptional

  • GreyFriars
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,032 reviews

    Situated in Colchester, 200 metres from Colchester Castle, this AA rated property features a garden. Located around 6 km from Colchester Zoo, the hotel is also 11 km away from Flatford.

    The room was very impressive had everything you need

  • Lifehouse Spa And Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,422 reviews

    This adults-only, luxury hotel is set within 130 acres of beautiful grounds and listed gardens, with 35 treatment rooms and an 18.5 metre swimming pool.

    Fantastic facility, great breakfast & dinner Spa is excellent

  • Holiday Inn Express Braintree, an IHG Hotel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,029 reviews

    Situated on the edge of Braintree town centre, the Holiday Inn Express is just 12 miles from Stansted Airport.

    Staff were extremely friendly, helpful & efficient.

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  • Dragonfly Hotel Colchester
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,333 reviews

    This property is located a 10 minute drive from Colchester centre, next to the A12 motorway. There is an on-site restaurant and free parking. Free high-speed WiFi is available throughout the property.

    Nice clean, cool room. Good breakfast. Comfy room.

  • Holiday Inn Express Colchester, an IHG Hotel
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 906 reviews

    Located just off the A12, Holiday Inn Express Colchester offers air-conditioned, modern bedrooms with satellite TVs. There is a restaurant, a bar and free private parking.

    Good price for what we wanted and ideal.location for us

  • Marquis Suffolk
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 160 reviews

    Situated in the picturesque village of Layham on the edge of Dedham Vale, Marquis Suffolk is a refurbished 16th century building boasting views across the Brett river and offers easy access to the A12...

    Beautiful place, we had a wonderful stay and will return

  • Milsoms
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 240 reviews

    Featuring a bar and brasserie restaurant, Milsoms is located in Dedham.

    Lovely relaxing place to stay and staff are great.

  • The Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,765 reviews

    This modern Golf and Country Club Hotel is 4 miles from Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum and 9 miles from Braintree Shopping Village.

    Great location, comfortable rooms and great facilities.

  • Franco's
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Sudbury, 11 km from Hedingham Castle, Franco's provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Aspire 860
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 61 reviews

    Situated in Colchester, Essex region, Aspire 860 is located 2 km from Colchester Castle.

    Bed was very comfortable. Also, the location is close to all attractions!

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  • The Lion
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    The Lion has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in East Bergholt. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

  • 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

  • Wivenhoe House Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,426 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 Crown Pub and Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 77 reviews

    Set in Manningtree, The Crown Pub and Hotel features a terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Great views across the river Very clean and well designed

  • Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 506 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, 24-hours front desk and free WiFi, Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel is located in a Grade II listed Georgian building in Maldon.

    Great Staff, lovely breakfast, fabulous wine menu!

  • The Mistley Thorn
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 140 reviews

    Set in Mistley, 42 km from Freeport Braintree, The Mistley Thorn offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    Lovely big room with an incredibly comfortable bed

  • The Woolpack Inn
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 243 reviews

    Set in Coggeshall, 10 km from Freeport Braintree, The Woolpack Inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar.

    Great staff. Easy check in and out. Fantastic supplies.

  • Ranfield's Brasserie Hotel Rooms
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 17 reviews

    Set in Coggeshall and within 10 km of Freeport Braintree, Ranfield's Brasserie Hotel Rooms has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Clean and comfortable room. Great value. Will definitely be back.

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  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 36 reviews
    Incredibly clean cottage in a nice setting. Cottage decorated in a modern way. Beautiful grounds to explore on the estate. Great location for Colchester Zoo. Use of outdoor swimming pool added something special to our stay.
    Laura
    United Kingdom
  • From £99 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,026 reviews
    The room was very comfortable and very clean. Plenty to visit nearby - Colchester Zoo, and Harwich Fort. The staff were lovely, leisure facilities great. Cannot wait to go once the refurbishment is finished as it will be even better.
    JILLIAN
    United Kingdom
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 19 reviews
    Host fantastic! Left sweet little touches such as kitchen essentials (tea, coffee, washing up liquid and dishwasher tabs, etc), hand wash and fully stocked toilet paper. The house itself was spotless and in a great location (we went to Colchester Zoo, 10 minutes away). Could not fault it! It was also a bonus not to have been rushed out of house at 10 instead check out time 11 on departure day.
    Donna
    United Kingdom
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 25 reviews
    Excellent location, Tesco express just over the road and takeaways close. Great base for our planned trips to Colchester Zoo, Colchester Castle park and Clacton. Lovely clean, modern, spacious property.
    Samantha
    United Kingdom
  • From £99 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,026 reviews
    Breakfast was a big hit with the kids, as was the pool. The gym and bar were lovely for the parents. Colchester zoo and town centre are within easy reach.
    Kate
    United Kingdom
  • From £73.60 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 689 reviews
    Very quiet street and perfect for travelling to Colchester zoo
    Natalie
    United Kingdom

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