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About the Hotel

High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
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Close to the historic old town
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The 4-star smoke-free Greyfriars Hotel Colchester, offering a prime location nearly 25 minutes' walk from Bourne Mill, showcases a banquet hall for business functions and social events alike. Situated right around the corner from the publicly owned Hollytrees Museum, this Colchester hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving British cuisine.

Location

Located 3.7 km from the JobServe Community Stadium, the hotel is also about 700 metres from Colchester Town railway station. The accommodation is merely 5 minutes on foot from Greyfriars bus stop and in the immediate vicinity of firstsite.

Enjoy the proximity to the zoological garden "Colchester Zoo", which is approximately 6 km away.

For those travelling from afar, London Stansted airport is 46 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Staying at the Greyfriars Colchester, you may choose from one of the 26 rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as essentials such as an iron with ironing board and an air conditioner. They are appointed with a writing table, and also feature a mini-fridge-bar, coffee and tea making equipment. Offering a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are fitted with a hairdryer and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Guests may visit Bars Lounges restaurant and a lounge bar on site. There is a bar serving Caribbean food a mere 5 minutes' walk away.

Leisure & Business

A sunbathing terrace, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities are features of Greyfriars Hotel. Business travellers will also appreciate a business centre including a work desk and a xerox.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through Colchester Castle Park for stunning views and history.
  • Discover hidden treasures at the Colchester Arts Centre's events.
  • Savor a classic fish and chips at The Bootyard Kitchen & Bar.
  • Explore the Roman Circus for a taste of ancient Colchester.
  • Visit the Daily Bread Market for local produce and artisan delights.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe King Suite
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior King Suite
2 persons
585 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard King Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Junior Suite
2 persons
380 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
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High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
Nearby
Museum
Hollytrees Museum
1000 ft
Museum
The Castle Museum
1400 ft
High Street Cowdrey Crescent
Colchester War Memorial
200 ft
Gallery
firstsite
600 ft
One Castle Park Right in front of the Castle
The Claudius Gateway
600 ft
Church
St. Botolph's Priory
1100 ft
Church
St Helen's Chapel
900 ft
74 High Street
The Minories Galleries
100 ft
High Street
Colchester's Natural History Museum
400 ft
Town Hall High Street
Colchester Town Hall
1700 ft
Church
Lion Walk United Reformed Church
1200 ft
Dutch Quarter Apartments West Stockwell Street
Dutch Quarter
1500 ft
St. Johns Thorrington Road
St. John's Abbey Gate
1700 ft
63 High Street
Xtreme Gaming
500 ft
East Stockwell Street
Peake's House
1400 ft
4-11 Trinity Street
Holy Trinity Church
1400 ft
11A Eld Lane
The South Lanes
1500 ft
Restaurants
The Minories Garden Cafe
200 ft
74 High Street
The Batte-Lay Tea Room
200 ft
74 High Street The Minories
Prezzo
400 ft
1 Culver Street East
Mirra
500 ft
98 High Street
Kimchi House
500 ft
2A Queen Street
Maharani Restaurant
700 ft
102 High Street
Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
700 ft
60 High Street
Kaspas
600 ft
61-62 High Street
Mamma Mia Restaurant & Pizzeria
700 ft
5-7 Museum Street
Foresters Arms
900 ft
Castle Road
Getting around
City Centre
Colchester4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
London Stansted Airport (STN)81 min  ·  33.5 mi
London Southend Airport (SEN)100 min  ·  41.1 mi
Train
Colchester Town Railway Station5 min  ·  1400 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP17.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
26
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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