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30 Jan - 31 Jan
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Top Trending Hotels Near University of Essex

Wivenhoe House Hotel
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Wivenhoe House Hotel

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (446)
"Cant fault this hotel, location, cleanliness and service are all spot on."
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Wivenhoe House Hotel
GreyFriars
Duplex Suite | Courtyard view

GreyFriars

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (560)
"Lovely hotel. "
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
GreyFriars
Birds Farm
Duplex, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Birds Farm

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Birds farm is a lovely place to stay for the local Essex or Sussex area. Very quiet in the evenings, despite being just off a busy road. Great facilities, good comfy beds, very warm heating and well supplied cooking facilities. A pool for summer, grounds and a Summer house and a well stocked games room for kids if the weather is bad. We found it superb for our short trip and would happily return. As we were a little out of season it seemed that some of the cottages opposite ours were being...
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Birds Farm
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Bar (on property)

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (648)
"The Rose and Crown was a lovely timber framed building but with modern facilities. The room was large, warm and comfortable with a couple of easy chairs which were an added bonus. The shower was good and easy to use. The breakfast was well presented and good and the staff were all pleasant and created a relaxed atmosphere"
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Chudleigh Hotel
Exterior

Chudleigh Hotel

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (282)
"The onwers who owned the Chudleigh very kind and helpful would recommend this place to stay breakfast was good as well they could charge more and u would pay "
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Chudleigh Hotel
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
Garden

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (81)
"Very nice place great location. Staff very attentive and friendly. Food was excellent lots of choice including breakfast options. Room was spacious but think it maybe a little warm in summer months as no air conditioning. Overall stay excellent will definitely return and recommend to friends"
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
Classic Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite | Exterior

The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30)
"Hard to find any fault with our really enjoyable stay, the country environment & location is lovely. Very warm welcome to our cosy comfortable & well presented accommodation. The breakfast & coffee at The Foxes Den was superb & can see why it’s also popular with locals. Would definitely stay again. "
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Miscellaneous

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
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The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
The Rose & Crown Free House
Bar (on property)

The Rose & Crown Free House

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Really lovely place the staff were great I couldn’t fault it 10/10 for everything food was delicious fantastic atmosphere all around will definitely be my go to place in the future when I’m in the area ."
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
The Rose & Crown Free House
The Marquis
Exterior

The Marquis

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (90)
"Our first stay and we enjoyed every minute. Stunning setting, welcoming and friendly staff, excellent food. We will be back!"
The price is €285
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
The Marquis
The Bell Inn
Garden

The Bell Inn

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (49)
"Bell Inn is a beautiful old inn, tastefully renovated, with a great restaurant, attentive staff, and all the basic amenities you might need. I only gave 4 stars because of the low doorways and ceilings. This is part of the charm, but also makes it harder for us taller folk to navigate!"
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
The Bell Inn
North Hill Hotel
Mini Suite

North Hill Hotel

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (313)
"Handy location and value for money. "
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
North Hill Hotel
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Really enjoyed my stay here as a solo business traveller over 3 nights. It is quirky and small but really cosy and warm, very clean and comfortable. Felt like a home away from home. Menu and food was good in the brasserie. The little extra touches; breakfast hamper and chocolates, ample fresh juice and milk in the fridge were really lovely and make they stay even nicer."
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
Family Triple Room | Bathroom

The Railway Sleeper Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (24)
"Excellent in one word, Very good stay so far, I love their perception about their guests, they made room warm before we get in there which I liked the most and everything available in the room itself from tea to iron box (Small fridge, Microwave with clean bowels, fan, luggage rack, refreshments in fridge). Good experience"
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
Hintlesham Hall Hotel
Exterior

Hintlesham Hall Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (234)
"Absolutely fabulous hotel, really beautiful building and grounds "
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Hintlesham Hall Hotel
The Blue Anchor Feering
Bar (on property)

The Blue Anchor Feering

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (86)
"Our stay was beyond amazing. The room was so homely and cosy, we loved it. We had an evening meal and a breakfast, the food was incredible. The staff at dinner and breakfast were so kind and welcoming, professional, completely faultless. The staff made the stay that much more special, so thank you. We cant wait to stay again. "
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
The Blue Anchor Feering
Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Interior entrance

Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (595)
"Good value for money, plenty of shopping and dining options "
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Colchester Boutique Hotel
Exterior

Colchester Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (239)
"The staff were very helpful. The location was perfect. The room by the courtyard garden was quite cold for a stay in January, the bed had a thin fleece blanket over the duvet, but could do with something thicker for January. Breakfast had a brilliant selection, and the staff were very attentive."
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Colchester Boutique Hotel
The WoolPack Inn
Exterior

The WoolPack Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84)
"Room was excellent. En-suite was fantastic. Very clean and good stay. It is a public house and music finishing at midnight all good for us on first night but music being slightly turned down and finishing between 3 and 4am not so considerate for guests."
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
The WoolPack Inn
The Victory at Mersea
Balcony view

The Victory at Mersea

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (217)
"It was a good stay eventually after the upset of being told they were serving food and the kitchen never opened. Could do with some staff training, and customer service. "
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
The Victory at Mersea
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Essex?

University of Essex is located in a welcoming area of Colchester known for its bar scene and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 13 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to University of Essex?

Adjacent to University of Essex, Wivenhoe House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include University of Essex - Colchester Campus and University of Essex, Colchester Campus.

How many hotels should I expect to find near University of Essex?

Expedia has 13 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Essex.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Essex, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near University of Essex.

What can I see and do near University of Essex?

You'll want to browse the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Colchester Natural History Museum and Hollytrees Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Colchester Town Hall, Jumbo Water Tower and Roman Circus House to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Headgate Theatre and Manifest Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.