Colchester Zoo Bed and Breakfast, Cheap Hotel and Guest House Accommodation

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In a quiet village setting, just off the A12, outside the ancient Roman town of Colchester, this modern hotel offers great value with free parking, air-conditioned rooms and an indoor pool. Close to junction 26 of the A12, the Holiday Inn Colchester has a convenient location, only 5 km from the very heart of Colchester, the oldest recorded town in Britain. London Stansted Airport is only a 40-minute drive away. All of the air-conditioned rooms have an HD flat-screen TV and in-house movies, with Wi-Fi internet available at an extra charge. All rooms are located on the first floor of the hotel and are en suite with a shower over the bath. Children under 12 years of age stay and eat for free. The hotel's own on-site health club has an indoor pool, a gym, a sauna, a steam room and a spa. The hotel offers 24-hour room service. The restaurant and bar serves traditional British dishes and international cuisine.

Situated in Birch, 40 km from Ipswich, Woodview B&B Colchester provides a garden and free WiFi. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are available in some units. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. Colchester is 11 km from Woodview B&B Colchester. London Stansted Airport is 51 km from the property.

Just a 10-minute drive from Colchester's historic city centre, the Best Western Marks Tey Hotel offers free WiFi access and free private parking. Guests have free access to the leisure club and there is also an on-site restaurant. The Lifestyle Health & Leisure Club is complimentary to residents during their stay and facilities include a 15-metre indoor swimming pool, and steam and sauna rooms, fully air-conditioned gymnasium and 2 outdoor tennis courts. The elegant lounge and cocktail bar provides the perfect meeting place and somewhere to relax before dining in the splendid Brasserie Restaurant, which offers a selection of international cuisine, complemented by carefully selected wines from around the world. Colchester Zoo is within a 10-minute drive of the hotel and the Tiptree Jam Factory can be reached after 20 minutes' drive. Scenic walks can be enjoyed in Constable Country, also just a 20-minute drive away. Flatford Mill is a 30-minute car journey away.

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Colchester's North Hill Hotel provides luxurious bed and breakfast in Britain's oldest town. Just off the High Street and 4 minutes' drive from the train station, its well-appointed rooms and suites are complemented by a high-quality bistro restaurant. Each room at the North Hill Hotel has a wardrobe, desk, flat-screen TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities. The en suite shower room includes a hairdryer and complementary toiletries. The hotel's Green Room Bistro showcases produce from the region, including seafood from the east coast. Steaks, duck, chicken and fish dishes are followed by decadent desserts on the dinner menu. Central London is around 50 minutes from Colchester, with regular direct train services running to Liverpool Street. The Essex and Suffolk coast is within easy reach, with Clacton and Felixstowe 30-40 minutes' drive away.

Situated in Colchester, Blue Ivy Hotel has a garden, terrace and free WiFi. The property is around 2.2 km from Colchester Castle, 6 km from Colchester Zoo and 21 km from Flatford. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms here will provide you with a seating area. The rooms feature a wardrobe. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at the property. Guests can dine in the in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of Spanish dishes. The reception at Blue Ivy Hotel can provide tips on the area. Colchester Institute is 700 metres from the accommodation, while Weston Homes Community Stadium is 5 km away. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 52 km from the property.

Luxury Bed and Breakfast. Stunning period Tudor house in the centre of historic Colchester, Britain's oldest recorded town. Two comfortable rooms both with large designer bathrooms.

With free parking and free Wi-Fi, this Tudor building dates back to 1604 and is situated on the banks of the River Colne, close to Colchester's town centre and the railway station. Originally built in the 17th century, the Riverside Hotel has 18 en suite rooms, all with tea/coffee making facilities. Both of Colchester's railways stations are just a short walk away, with London Liverpool Street only 50 minutes away by train. The port of Harwich is also within easy reach. Colchester is England's oldest recorded town and the hotel makes a great base from which to explore the area's Roman, Saxon and Norman heritage. Colchester Castle and its beautiful grounds are just a short journey away. The East Anglian coastline is also within easy reach, as is Flatford Mill, the inspiration for John Constable's The Hay Wain. The hotel is just a short distance from the leisure centre, the theatre and Colchester Zoo, with nightclubs and Colchester's main business parks also close by.

Providing free WiFi, St Nicholas Hotel is located in Colchester, 2.5 km from Colchester Castle and 7 km from Colchester Zoo. The property is around 19 km from Flatford and 2.6 km from Colchester Institute. The property is 7 km from Weston Homes Community Stadium. At the hotel, rooms have a desk and a flat-screen TV. St Nicholas Hotel features some units that include city views, and rooms come with a private bathroom with a bath or shower. All rooms have a wardrobe. University of Essex Colchester Campus is 7 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 54 km from the property.

This historic Grade II listed building dating back to 1700 is a 10-minute walk from the town centre and train station, and offers renovated, comfortable interiors. All Classic rooms have free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. The Globe Hotel also offers free private parking. Guests can also use the property's complimentary electric car charging point. This family-run hotel has bus connections to the University of Essex, Colchester Zoo and other surrounding areas of Colchester. The mainline station is in walking distance which has connections to London Liverpool Street every 20 minutes. A 55-minute train journey can bring you to London. Full English and continental breakfasts are served every morning. The bar is opened from noon until late. Colchester's main shopping streets and Castle park are around 10 minutes' walk from the hotel. Local attractions include Castle Park, Colchester United Football Club, Hollytrees Museum, Colchester Arts Centre and Mercury Theatre.

Star Anglia Hotel is less than 10 minutes' walk from Colchester Train Station and town centre and offers variety of bright rooms which have free WiFi and a private bathroom. The hotel also boasts an open terrace on the first floor and free private parking. Guests can enjoy the property's complimentary electric car charging point. All modern rooms include a flat-screen TV, colourful fabrics and tea and coffee making facilities. The property has local bus connections to the University of Essex, Colchester Zoo and other surrounding areas of Colchester. Guests can reach the University of Essex and Colchester Zoo in 30 minutes or less by bus from the property. Colchester United Football Club is 2 miles away. Hollytrees Museum is 0.8 miles away, whilst Colchester Arts Centre is 0.6 miles away. Colchester's main shopping streets and the castle park are around 10 minutes' walk from the hotel. Central London can be reached in just over an hour by train, while other nearby options include Ipswich (18 miles), Frinton-on-Sea (16 miles), Clacton-on-Sea (15 miles) and Mersea Island (7.7 miles away). Full English and continental breakfasts are served every morning. The bar is open from noon until late.

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 accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage for guests. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries. Some rooms at GreyFriars also offer a seating area. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. A continental or buffet breakfast is available each morning at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Colchester Institute is 1.1 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is London Southend Airport, 38 km from GreyFriars.

Offering well-equipped 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. Each compact room has a microwave, fridge, well stocked hospitality tray, hairdryer, iron, ironing board and flat-screen TV with Freeview channels. Rooms are either en-suite or have a private bathroom adjacent to the room. Free parking is available, and Colchester city centre is 5 minutes' drive away. Colchester Zoo is a 10-minute drive, and the 11th-century Colchester Castle is 5 minutes away by car.

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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.

Surrounded by the countryside, 1 and half mile from Coggeshall and 15 minutes' drive from the historic Colchester town centre, Kings Arms is a family-run pub offering rooms with free WiFi and free parking. Each room at The Kings Arms feature free WiFi, flat-screen TV, free toiletries, tea/coffee making facilities and a fan. All of the rooms are en-suite. A hearty breakfast is served daily and includes a choice of Full English, cereals, toast, fruit juices and hot drinks. A large garden with an outdoor seating area offers a place to relax and enjoy an alfresco meal. The Kings Arms menu includes traditional dishes with all ingredients being locally sourced and many of the fruit and vegetables are grown within the property's own polytunnel. Conveniently located, the Kings Arms is 8 miles from Braintree and a 30-minute drive from Stansted Airport. Colchester Zoo is only 6 miles away and the beautiful Audley End House with its picturesque landscaped gardens is only 30 miles from the property.

Surrounded by pretty manicured woodland and tranquil lakes, this 18th-century house is next to the University of Essex campus. It offers a unique brasserie restaurant, luxurious accommodation, free WiFi and free parking on site. Each en suite room at Wivenhoe House is elegant, stylish, and traditionally furnished. Many boast delightful views of the manicured lawns and wooded parkland, and most rooms feature an iMac computer, HD TV with Sky channels, designer toiletries, and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can dine at the Brasserie Restaurant in the garden wing, which offers modern cuisine. The city centre of Colchester, the oldest recorded town in Britain, is less than 10 minutes' drive from the building. The surrounding Essex countryside is home to numerous rivers, walks, and charming sights.

Set in 320-acres of countryside, Five Lakes Resort offers scenic views, an indoor pool and spa, and two 18-hole golf courses. Guests can enjoy dining in the award-winning restaurant. The large rooms at Five Lakes Resort feature bathrooms with baths, showers and luxury toiletries. Rooms also feature flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities and some have garden or golf course views. Brasserie1, Bar Lacu, and The Grill Room offer a range of dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The health club includes a sauna, steam room, spa bath, and a well-equipped gym. There are also various treatments available at the spa. The hotel is 10 miles from Colchester. London and Stansted Airport are one hour drive away. Free parking is available at the hotel.

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. Each bedroom at the Dragonfly Hotel Colchester has an en suite bathroom. All rooms feature a 43-inch wall-mounted Phillips flat-screen TV with Freeview, Hypnos beds, USB charging ports, desks and arm chairs. Tea and coffee making facilities are offered, as well as a refreshment tray with purchasable snacks and drinks. There is a cosy bar and lounge area with ample seating, and a restaurant serving an all-day dining menu. The Dragonfly Hotel Colchester is a 20-minute drive from the coast at Clacton-on-Sea. Colchester Zoo is a 15-minute drive away, and both Harwich and Ipswich are 25 minutes away by car.

Set in a beautiful 15th-century building, White Hart Hotel boasts a courtyard terrace and a traditional restaurant. The charming hotel is situated in Coggeshall, just 15 minutes' drive from Colchester. The elegant bedrooms have free Wi-Fi access and a private modern bathroom. Most rooms have original features, and all have tea/coffee facilities and a TV with DVD/CD player and Sky channels. With oak beams and exposed brickwork, the restaurant at White Hart serves traditional British cuisine and hearty breakfasts. The bar offers a range of real cask ales, fine wines and speciality coffees. In the heart of the picturesque Coggeshall, surrounded by Essex countryside, The White Hart is a 10-minute drive from the Essex Golf and Country Club. Free on-site parking is available.

Boasting a garden and a bar, The Victory at Mersea is set in West Mersea. This property also has a restaurant and a children's playground. Both free WiFi and private parking are accessible at the inn. A Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Ipswich is 43 km from the accommodation, while Colchester is 16 km from the property.

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. Each en suite room at Colchester Holiday Inn Express features free WiFi, tea/coffee making facilities, powerful showers and work desks. Holiday Inn Express Colchester provides a continental breakfast each morning. Guests can also make use of the ironing room, available in the lounge area. The Holiday Inn is just a 14-minute drive from the award-winning Colchester Zoo, which is rated one of the finest zoos in Europe. Guests can enjoy over 260 species of animals and reptiles, along with 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes. The nearest airport is Stansted Airport, 61 km from the hotel.

Boasting a terrace, Plumptons Farm Holiday Lodges is located in Colchester, within 14 km of Colchester Castle. Fitted with a patio, the units feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bath. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. Colchester Zoo is 18 km from the lodge, while Flatford is 23 km from the property. London Stansted Airport is 64 km away.

Situated in Essex, between Chelmsford and Colchester, The Rivenhall Hotel offers free parking and Wi-Fi. The bedrooms at Rivenhall each have a private bathroom and a TV. All rooms feature a work desk, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee facilities. The Lantana Restaurant features original oak beams and elegant decor, and serves a modern British menu and extensive wine list. The stylish lounge bar offers light snacks and beverages. The Rivenhall Hotel is situated just off the A12 motorway, on the outskirts of Witham. Maldon, a picturesque fishing village, is a 15-minute drive away and historical Colchester is a 20-minute drive.

Old Whaleys Farm is a beautiful, tranquil, listed house set within a large garden. This friendly family-run B&ampampB is situated near to the historic town of Colchester and within easy reach of the scenic Dedham Vale and Constable Country.

Set in a 16th-century coaching inn, The Bull at Great Totham LLP offers fine dining, pretty gardens and luxury rooms with free Wi-Fi. The inn is surrounded by Essex countryside, just 10 minutes' drive from Maldon. The elegant 4-star bedrooms are individually decorated, and have luxurious bedding and tea/coffee facilities. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV, work desk, and a modern bathroom with free toiletries. The stylish and award-winning Willow Room Restaurant offers a seasonal menu, featuring fresh local produce. The Bull pub serves a range of real ales, fine wines and traditional cooked breakfasts. With free on-site parking,The Bull at Great Totham is situated between Chelmsford and Colchester. Witham Railway Station is a 10-minute drive away, offering direct trains to central London.

Featuring a bar and brasserie restaurant, Milsoms is located in Dedham. With free WiFi throughout and free onsite parking, this boutique hotel is just 20 minutes' drive from the Beth Chatto Gardens and 12 miles from Colchester Zoo. Each stylish room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bathrooms include complimentary toiletries. Extras include a work desk and ironing facilities. Free soft drinks are provided in the mini-bar. Milsoms boasts a two-tiered restaurant, which serves a daily a la carte menu. Inspired by cuisines from around the world, dishes are prepared using locally sourced and seasonal produce. Guests can dine outside on the covered heated terrace, overlooking the gardens. With an extensive range of wines, the bar also serves cocktails. The hotel is just over 1 mile from Sir Alfred Munnings Museum and Colchester is a 20-minute drive away.

An historic privately owned village Inn, The Crown has a reputation for making everyone feel welcome - without pretension - simply a passion for good service, food, wine and real ale. Individually decorated, comfortable rooms overlook the countryside.

In the picturesque Essex market town of Halstead, The Dog Inn is a traditional English pub offering free Wi-Fi and free parking. Guests can walk a few hundred yards to enjoy the high street's bars and restaurants. With an open fire and an secluded beer garden, The Dog Inn serves a large selection of real ales. Each en suite room at The Dog Inn has a TV and tea/coffee facilities. Every morning, guests will enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast.