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Top 10 Hotels Near Colchester Zoo

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Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
2.9 km from Colchester Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"prime example of a lovely British B&B. will use again !"
United Kingdom
Gerald
The price is RM388
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Woodview Bed & Breakfast
Fridge, electric kettle, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils
The Brambles

The Brambles

3.0 star property
2.3 km from Colchester Zoo
The price is RM2,357
RM2,828 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Brambles
Living area
256 London Road

256 London Road

3.0 star property
2.7 km from Colchester Zoo
The price is RM2,393
RM2,872 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
256 London Road
Exterior
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

4.0 star property
3.6 km from Colchester Zoo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"breakfast was very good , Staff were friendly and plenty of parking. "
United Kingdom
Papa
The price is RM283
RM340 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
Reception
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

4.0 star property
3.6 km from Colchester Zoo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"A real surprise. Looks dated from the outside but looks are deceptive. Modern and nice feel and the public areas and rooms are spotless. Friendly staff and breakfast was plentiful, hot and tasty. Highly recommend."
United Kingdom
Jo
The price is RM215
RM258 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The North Hill Hotel

The North Hill Hotel

3.0 star property
5.5 km from Colchester Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (347)
"Lovely friendly ataff"
United Kingdom
Karl
The North Hill Hotel
Courtyard view
GreyFriars

GreyFriars

3.5 star property
6 km from Colchester Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (632)
"We had a wonderful stay all the staff were very helpful, we will stay there again,"
United Kingdom
Helen
GreyFriars
Exterior
Colchester Boutique Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
5.5 km from Colchester Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (258)
"The room and the food and it’s woz a safe place "
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is RM321
RM385 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Colchester Boutique Hotel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester

3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, 5.8 km from Colchester Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"The facilities were really good and everything was clean and tidy. The manger was super helpful"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is RM356
RM428 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Ryegate House Colchester
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Railway Sleeper Lodge

The Railway Sleeper Lodge

3.0 star property
6.1 km from Colchester Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39)
"Really nice stay the room was lovely and the bathroom was spacious "
United Kingdom
Lucy
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
Terrace/patio
St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel

3.0 star property
5.8 km from Colchester Zoo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (775)
"Great room Great staff Lovely shower Comfy bed "
United Kingdom
toni
The price is RM551
RM661 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
St Nicholas Hotel
Restaurant
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

3.0 star property
5.9 km from Colchester Zoo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"The staff were absolutely fantastic across the board, thank you for making a last minute stay much less stressful!"
United States
Jace
The price is RM219
RM263 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
Bar (on property)
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

3.0 star property
6.7 km from Colchester Zoo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (721)
"Has a lovely stay room was comfy clean and plenty of lovely condiments "
United Kingdom
iona
The price is RM330
RM396 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Brook Red Lion Hotel

Brook Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
5.6 km from Colchester Zoo
7.0 out of 10, Good, (337)
"Historic, excellent location and comfortable "
United States
Paul A.
The price is RM247
RM296 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Brook Red Lion Hotel
Garden
The Blue Anchor Feering

The Blue Anchor Feering

3.5 star property
8.2 km from Colchester Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (107)
"Excellent hotel, will definitely stay there again, would highly recommend"
United Kingdom
Wallis
The price is RM343
RM411 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Blue Anchor Feering
Reception
OYO The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford

OYO The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford

3.0 star property
12.4 km from Colchester Zoo
6.6 out of 10, (225)
"was good - cheap & ok for a place to stay "
United Kingdom
clair
The price is RM253
RM334 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
OYO The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford
Bar (on property)
The White Horse

The White Horse

4.0 star property
18 km from Colchester Zoo
6.0 out of 10, (37)
"Really nice place to stay in Maldon. Lovely staff and super helpful "
United Kingdom
Hannah
The price is RM525
RM630 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The White Horse
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

2.5 star property
10.1 km from Colchester Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
"Great place to stay in a beautiful village"
United Kingdom
Wesley
The price is RM380
RM456 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms
Exterior
The WoolPack Inn

The WoolPack Inn

3.0 star property
9.8 km from Colchester Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (143)
"Love this place "
United Kingdom
Gabriel
The WoolPack Inn
Private kitchen
Birds Farm

Birds Farm

3.0 star property
10.8 km from Colchester Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"We loved it here, had a a good couple of nights with friends. Beautiful apartment, amazing mattresses and pillows, very quiet environment. The pool wasn’t open and some work was happening but you can tell it’s going to look amazing once they put it all together and summer prep work is expected at this time of year. Kara was fab and we met a super helpful housekeeper who is doing a degree who was a literal walking tourist information centre. Great atmosphere all round ."
United Kingdom
Karen
The price is RM612
RM735 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Birds Farm
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Top Colchester Zoo Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel. Hotel staff except for the gym staff were all kind helpful and pleasant. Gym staff were rude. Overally i enjoyed my stay i would stay again and again and recommend. "
Emelia 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

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Layer Marney Tower

4.6/5 (9 reviews)
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Colchester Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Colchester at Colchester Golf Club. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Colchester Zoo?
Colchester Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Colchester known for its bar scene and array of dining options. You'll find 178 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Colchester Zoo?
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Colchester Zoo. Other good options within a few miles include Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester and Romantic Lodge on Edge of Nature Reserve.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Colchester Zoo?
Expedia has 178 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Colchester Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Colchester Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Colchester Zoo.
What can I see and do near Colchester Zoo?
Study the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum or Tymperleys Clock Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Layer Marney Tower, Colchester Town Hall and Jumbo Water Tower to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Manifest Theatre and Headgate Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.