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Our top choices for Colchester Natural History Museum hotels

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

1. GreyFriars

GreyFriars
4.0 star property
0.2 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (721 reviews)
"Lovely stay with great food and comfortable accommodation"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is ฿5,235
฿6,281 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
GreyFriars
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

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
3.5 star property
0.6 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
"Nice hotel and great room size, good location."
United Kingdom
Johnny
The price is ฿2,506
฿3,097 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

3. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"The beds were amazing"
Canada
Patricia
The price is ฿1,951
฿2,341 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

4. Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, 0.4 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Good price, helpful host and all necessary facilities. Would recommend!"
United Kingdom
Norman
The price is ฿2,439
฿2,926 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ryegate House Colchester
A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

5. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

The Railway Sleeper Lodge
3.0 star property
2 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 reviews)
"Simple and clean - good size room"
United Kingdom
Darrell
The price is ฿2,122
฿2,546 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a water dispenser, and a bar counter with multiple taps.

6. Colchester Boutique Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
0.5 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (284 reviews)
"What a great place to stay. Clean, friendly, welcoming, a lovely breakfast. Stayed in a single room, but was cosy and nice."
United Kingdom
Dave
The price is ฿4,221
฿5,066 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Colchester Boutique Hotel
A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, wooden furniture, and large windows with bars.

7. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
1 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (802 reviews)
"Nice clean spacious room. Great parking facilities. Great location. Interesting history"
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is ฿3,152
฿3,782 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

8. St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel
3.0 star property
< 0.1 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (932 reviews)
"A cosy place for a short stay in Colchester city centre."
Mexico
Ana Sofia
The price is ฿2,567
฿3,080 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
St Nicholas Hotel
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

9. Star Anglia Hotel

Star Anglia Hotel
4.0 star property
0.9 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
7.6 out of 10, Good, (102 reviews)
"Simple, easy, cosy stay, in a nice part of town too!"
United Kingdom
Iain
The price is ฿2,465
฿2,958 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Star Anglia Hotel
A dining area with tables set for service, a chandelier, and a large clock on the wall.

10. Brook Red Lion Hotel

Brook Red Lion Hotel
3.0 star property
0.3 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
7.0 out of 10, Good, (370 reviews)
"The staff and facility were extremely inviting and courteous with welcoming this traveller back home!"
United States
Jacob
The price is ฿2,195
฿2,634 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Brook Red Lion Hotel
Room

11. Zen Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

Zen Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
The price is ฿2,957
฿5,980 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Zen Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples
An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

12. The George of Colchester

The George of Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, 0.2 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (714 reviews)
"Clean room and a nice breakfast"
United Kingdom
Graham
The price is ฿3,495
฿4,194 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The George of Colchester
A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden building in the background.

13. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
3.0 star property
16 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Vanessa and Steve were exceptional hosts and the facilities at “The Foxes Den” suited us perfectly. Everything was most satisfactory and we ended our stay with a delicious full English breakfast which kept us going for quite a while!!! We would recommend a stay there to everyone visiting the area for a peaceful and very comfortable night."
United Kingdom
Jennifer
The price is ฿4,099
฿4,919 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

14. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland
4.0 star property
11 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful diner - beautiful food and totally relaxing."
United Kingdom
Sharon
The price is ฿3,614
฿4,336 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
A nighttime view of a pool area with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with large windows.

15. Talbooth House & Spa

Talbooth House & Spa
4.0 star property
9.2 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Beautiful setting, very helpful staff, lovely hotel excellent restaurant."
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is ฿9,084
฿10,901 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Talbooth House & Spa
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

16. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel
4.0 star property
3.5 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (662 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great room, very quiet location. Restaurant & food were superb, recommend highly"
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is ฿4,585
฿5,502 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Wivenhoe House Hotel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of the countryside, and a sunset in the background.

17. The Marquis

The Marquis
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a wonderful country location. Restaurant and spa are excellent"
United Kingdom
david
The price is ฿8,968
฿10,762 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Marquis
An open door leading to a covered outdoor patio with a white table and chairs, a garden view, and a decorative chandelier.

18. Milsoms

Milsoms
3.0 star property
9.2 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Our room was spotlessly clean and tidy. Breakfast was excellent too. Will definitely return, thanks for making our stay so enjoyable."
United Kingdom
stephen
The price is ฿6,045
฿7,254 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Milsoms
A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

19. Birds Farm

Birds Farm
3.0 star property
6.3 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Really comfortable bed. Super clean. Great for a couple of nights stay. Close to the University to meet up with our daughter. Would recommend the Beth Chatto Garden near by for a visit. "
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is ฿3,545
฿4,255 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Birds Farm
Garden

20. Noble Goose Rooms

Noble Goose Rooms
2.5 star property
15.1 km from Colchester Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79 reviews)
"Room was lovely - cosy and clean. Bed super comfortable, and the breakfast hamper full of yummy treats. A really nice little hotel would absolutely recommend to anyone in the area needing accommodation."
United Kingdom
Antony
The price is ฿3,435
฿4,121 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Noble Goose Rooms
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Compare popular hotels close to Colchester Natural History Museum

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.
GreyFriars
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
721 reviews
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A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
383 reviews
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A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
16 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.
Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
30 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
48 reviews
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Top Colchester Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

8/10 Good
"It was a good stay but the hotel implemented 1 water bottle per room policy"
Sukhmeet 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Colchester Natural History Museum?
Colchester Natural History Museum 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 90 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Colchester Natural History Museum?
Adjacent to Colchester Natural History Museum, St Nicholas Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options close by include The George of Colchester and GreyFriars.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Colchester Natural History Museum?
Expedia has 90 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Colchester Natural History Museum.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Colchester Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Colchester Natural History Museum.
What can I see and do near Colchester Natural History Museum?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Colchester Castle Museum and Hollytrees Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include 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.