Top 10 Hotels Near Colchester Arts Centre in Colchester for 2026

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A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

A dining table with a white tablecloth, a green leather chair, and a tea set.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.

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1. GreyFriars

0.8 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Mark

RM627

RM753 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

A spacious dining area with round tables and red chairs, featuring a mix of natural and artificial lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A bar area with a wooden counter, two bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

2. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

0.3 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Rachel

RM371

RM456 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a sign reading 'Premier Inn,' and a brick facade.

A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a Premier Inn sign, and a seating area with a view of the lobby.

3. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

0.6 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Patricia

RM234

RM281 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a white dining table with blue chairs.

A narrow alleyway with a gravel path, bordered by a metal fence and a brick building with windows.

4. Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 0.6 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Norman

RM292

RM351 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, covered by a white umbrella.

A modern kitchen with grey tiled backsplash, a black stove, and a grey sofa with cushions.

A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a water dispenser, and a bar counter with multiple taps.

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair and a small table, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

5. Colchester Boutique Hotel

0.3 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Dave

RM506

RM607 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

A two-story house with a dark front door, a small porch, and a mailbox.

A narrow stairway with striped carpet, a wooden door with a plaque, and a warning sign on the wall.

A room with a white wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a standing heater, and a metal rack with black straps.

6. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

1.8 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Darrell

RM257

RM309 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hanging light fixture with a clear glass enclosure and visible filament inside, set against a background of a window with a grid pattern and pink flowers.

A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, wooden furniture, and large windows with bars.

A traditional Tudor-style building with black and white timber framing, a sign for 'Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel', and hanging flower baskets.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white tablecloths, gold sashes, and a chandelier.

7. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

1.7 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Michelle

RM270

RM324 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A parking area with 'Electric Vehicle Charging Only' signs and a 'Hand Stretch' sign.

A hotel facade with a sign for St. Nicholas Hotel, adjacent to a building with a 'Three Wise Monkeys' sign.

A balcony with a view of buildings, a table with chairs, and a glass door.

8. St Nicholas Hotel

0.6 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Reece

RM308

RM369 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

A furnished room with a sofa, a small table with a vase, a desk with a computer, and a TV on the wall.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a black chair, a wardrobe, a bed, a television, and a small refrigerator.

A bedroom with a double bed, a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

9. Star Anglia Hotel

0.9 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Iain

RM295

RM355 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

A dining area with tables set for service, a chandelier, and a large clock on the wall.

A dining room with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by wooden chairs.

A bar area with wooden beams, bar stools, a cash register, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

10. Brook Red Lion Hotel

0.4 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Jacob

RM263

RM316 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

11. Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

2.8 km from Colchester Arts Centre

RM335

RM694 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

A cozy seating area with a window overlooking a garden, featuring a variety of plants and a view of a building in the background.

A reception area with a sign reading "RECEPTION," wooden beams, a wooden counter, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with a view of the street.

A bar area with a bar counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

12. The George of Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 0.5 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Linda

RM419

RM503 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden building in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A living room with a grey sofa, a green and white rug, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

A brick house with a green door and shutters, a small window, and a garden with flowers and shrubs.

13. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

15.9 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Jennifer

RM491

RM590 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush flower beds and a purple umbrella.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a glass table, and a view of a grassy field through open windows.

A sign for 'The Folly' with a message for guests to check in at the bar.

14. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

11.1 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Sharon

RM542

RM651 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

A large, red brick building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with steps, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, hanging plants, and large windows.

15. Wivenhoe House Hotel

4.1 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Natasha

RM506

RM607 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and dining area.

A courtyard with a table and chairs, a green umbrella, and a building with a dark blue facade and a red-tiled roof.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror.

16. Birds Farm

6.9 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Nicola

RM567

RM680 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles and alcohol displayed on shelves.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A building with a sign reading "The Smugglers Cove" and outdoor wooden picnic tables.

17. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

19.4 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Caroline

RM226

RM271 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window.

A staircase with wooden railings, carpeted steps, a dining table with chairs, and a white door in a room with wooden flooring.

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a wooden chair with a cushion, a small wooden side table, and a fireplace.

A bathroom with a wooden tray, a wicker basket, and a mirror reflecting a window with patterned curtains.

18. Noble Goose Rooms

14.4 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Antony

RM417

RM500 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and framed pictures on the walls.

A wooden door with a sign indicating room number 5 at The Victory Inn.

A hallway with a table and lamp, a door, and a fire extinguisher.

19. The Victory at Mersea

12.4 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Aubrey

RM445

RM534 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A nighttime view of a pool area with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with large windows.

A bar area with shelves of various liquor bottles, a bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne, and a martini glass on the counter.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative mirror.

A large, two-story building with a prominent chimney, large windows, and a covered patio area with chairs and umbrellas.

20. Talbooth House & Spa

9.7 km from Colchester Arts Centre

Alan

RM1,008

RM1,209 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Colchester Arts Centre

Property	Property class	Guest rating
GreyFriars	9.4 Exceptional 709 reviews	View
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester	9.0 Wonderful 378 reviews	View
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre	9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews	View
Ryegate House Colchester	9.0 Wonderful 27 reviews	View
Colchester Boutique Hotel	8.6 Excellent 283 reviews	View

Top Colchester Arts Centre Hotel Reviews

St Nicholas Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious room, excellent location for Castle museum."

Star Anglia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"All very good thanks 😊 plenty of parking spaces"

GreyFriars

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect Got to be the best hotel in Colchester by far"

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were amazing"

Other attractions near Colchester Arts Centre

Mercury Theatre

8.8/10 (9 reviews)

Enjoy a play, a musical performance or some hilarious comedy at Colchester’s premier performing arts venue, which also has a children’s program.

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A brick building with a large archway, surrounded by trees and parked cars.

Jumbo Water Tower

Take pictures of this Victorian structure and admire the 19th-century engineering on what was once the second-largest water tower in the country.

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A historic building with ornate architecture, a tree-lined street, and a bus in the background.

Colchester Town Hall

8.6/10 (55 reviews)

Colchester’s Baroque town hall, a heritage-listed building with Victorian tower and antique organ, has been the focus of civil duties for over 800 years.

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A modern building with a unique angular design and large glass windows.

firstsite

8.4/10 (7 reviews)

As one of the U.K.’s premier modern art galleries, this is a great place to see temporary exhibitions, attend art classes and listen to expert talks.

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Headgate Theatre

Enjoy a performance at Headgate Theatre, a popular theatre in Colchester. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Lion Walk Church

10.0/10 (1 review)

Lion Walk Church is just one of the places to see in Colchester, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Manifest Theatre

Enjoy a show at Manifest Theatre, a popular theatre in Colchester. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Colchester Castle Museum

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Colchester Castle Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Colchester. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Colchester Arts Centre?

Colchester Arts Centre is located in a historic area of Colchester known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 68 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Colchester Arts Centre?

Adjacent to Colchester Arts Centre, The George of Colchester is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices close by include St Nicholas Hotel and The North Hill Hotel, Colchester.

How many hotels will I find close to Colchester Arts Centre?

Expedia has 68 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Colchester Arts Centre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Colchester Arts Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Colchester Arts Centre.

What can I see and do near Colchester Arts Centre?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum or Colchester Natural History Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Colchester Town Hall, Jumbo Water Tower and Roman Circus House. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Headgate Theatre and Manifest Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Colchester Arts Centre hotels

1. GreyFriars

2. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

3. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

4. Ryegate House Colchester

5. Colchester Boutique Hotel

6. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

7. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

8. St Nicholas Hotel

9. Star Anglia Hotel

10. Brook Red Lion Hotel

11. Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

12. The George of Colchester

13. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

14. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

15. Wivenhoe House Hotel

16. Birds Farm

17. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

18. Noble Goose Rooms

19. The Victory at Mersea

20. Talbooth House & Spa

Compare popular hotels close to Colchester Arts Centre

Top Colchester Arts Centre Hotel Reviews

St Nicholas Hotel

Star Anglia Hotel

GreyFriars

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Other attractions near Colchester Arts Centre

Mercury Theatre

Jumbo Water Tower

Colchester Town Hall

firstsite

Headgate Theatre

Lion Walk Church

Manifest Theatre

Colchester Castle Museum

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