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Our top choices for firstsite hotels

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

1. GreyFriars

GreyFriars
4.0 star property
0.4 km from firstsite
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (716 reviews)
"Lovely stay with great food and comfortable accommodation"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is ฿5,250
฿6,299 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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
0.4 km from firstsite
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (381 reviews)
"Nice hotel and great room size, good location."
United Kingdom
Johnny
The price is ฿2,513
฿3,106 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester
A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

3. Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, < 0.1 km from firstsite
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Good price, helpful host and all necessary facilities. Would recommend!"
United Kingdom
Norman
The price is ฿2,446
฿2,935 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ryegate House Colchester
A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

4. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
0.1 km from firstsite
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"The beds were amazing"
Canada
Patricia
The price is ฿1,957
฿2,348 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
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
1.6 km from firstsite
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 reviews)
"Simple and clean - good size room"
United Kingdom
Darrell
The price is ฿2,152
฿2,583 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Railway Sleeper Lodge
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, covered by a white umbrella.

6. Colchester Boutique Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
0.3 km from firstsite
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 ฿4,233
฿5,080 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Colchester Boutique Hotel
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.

7. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
1.2 km from firstsite
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (798 reviews)
"Nice clean spacious room. Great parking facilities. Great location. Interesting history"
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is ฿3,236
฿3,884 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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
0.3 km from firstsite
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (929 reviews)
"A cosy place for a short stay in Colchester city centre."
Mexico
Ana Sofia
The price is ฿2,574
฿3,089 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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
0.6 km from firstsite
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 ฿2,472
฿2,967 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Star Anglia Hotel
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

10. Brook Red Lion Hotel

Brook Red Lion Hotel
3.0 star property
0.3 km from firstsite
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 ฿2,201
฿2,642 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Brook Red Lion Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

11. The George of Colchester

The George of Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter, 0.2 km from firstsite
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (712 reviews)
"Clean room and a nice breakfast"
United Kingdom
Graham
The price is ฿3,505
฿4,206 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The George of Colchester
A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden building in the background.

12. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
3.0 star property
15.7 km from firstsite
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 ฿4,111
฿4,933 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 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.

13. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland
4.0 star property
10.7 km from firstsite
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 ฿3,759
฿4,511 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 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.

14. Talbooth House & Spa

Talbooth House & Spa
4.0 star property
9.1 km from firstsite
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Beautiful setting, very helpful staff, lovely hotel excellent restaurant."
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is ฿8,433
฿10,120 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Talbooth House & Spa
A large house with a prominent chimney, a conservatory, and a well-maintained lawn.

15. The Marquis

The Marquis
4.0 star property
15.5 km from firstsite
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a wonderful country location. Restaurant and spa are excellent"
United Kingdom
david
The price is ฿8,994
฿10,793 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Marquis
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
3.8 km from firstsite
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (659 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great room, very quiet location. Restaurant & food were superb, recommend highly"
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is ฿4,572
฿5,487 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Wivenhoe House Hotel
An open door leading to a covered outdoor patio with a white table and chairs, a garden view, and a decorative chandelier.

17. Milsoms

Milsoms
3.0 star property
9.1 km from firstsite
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 ฿6,062
฿7,275 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Milsoms
A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

18. Birds Farm

Birds Farm
3.0 star property
6.6 km from firstsite
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 ฿3,556
฿4,267 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Birds Farm
Garden

19. Noble Goose Rooms

Noble Goose Rooms
2.5 star property
14.9 km from firstsite
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (77 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 ฿4,773
฿5,728 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Noble Goose Rooms
A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

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

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
19.1 km from firstsite
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (892 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Room was spacious and clean. Bed was comfortable."
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is ฿2,027
฿2,432 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to firstsite

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
716 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
381 reviews
View
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
View
A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.
Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
15 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 firstsite Hotel Reviews

GreyFriars

GreyFriars

8/10 Good
"Parking onsite, clean tidy, great food, restaurant staff polite but a bit slice."
Ian 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
GreyFriars

Other attractions near firstsite

A stone commemorative plaque at Castle Park, marking the 100th anniversary of its opening in 1892.

Colchester Castle Park

9.0/10 (164 reviews)
Ride a pedalo on the boating lake, enjoy a game of mini golf or simply spend an afternoon relaxing in Colchester’s most popular public park.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around firstsite?
Firstsite 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 88 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to firstsite?
Adjacent to firstsite, 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 The North Hill Hotel, Colchester.
How many hotels will I be able to find near firstsite?
Expedia has 88 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from firstsite.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near firstsite, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near firstsite.
What can I see and do near firstsite?
You'll want to browse the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Colchester Natural History Museum and Hollytrees Museum. Explore 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.