Mersea Island Travel Guide
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The Victory at Mersea
"We booked a last minute break as the weather was expected to be great and this little hotel and pub turned out to be every bit as good as the weather. The room was quite compact but equally very comfortable, and had the benefit of a balcony over looking the estuary and boat yard. The afternoon entertainment ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

St Nicholas Hotel
"The Room is getting very worn out , as is the bed ! The windows need cleaning better & the Balcony is very dirty ! The carpet and walls could also do with a refresh - also the fan in the room was so old and run down"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

B&B HOTEL Ipswich
"Wow! What a lovely experience! We enjoyed every minute at this hotel. When our plans changed and I spoke to the staff, they accommodated our needs graciously. We will return to this hotel chain in every location. Our next stay will be in Belgium. Looking forward to it."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Coopers Beach 3-bed Caravan, Sleeps 8 & Pets Ok
"The property was clean, but unfortunately, the water did not work a day before we checked out, so we could not take a shower before leaving."
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Ryegate House Colchester
"Ideal location for walking to the centre. On site free parking a major boon"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Staycations Maldon Suites
Popular places to visit

Colchester Zoo
Feed elephants and giraffes, watch a falconry display and meet the fearsome Komodo dragons at one of the U.K.’s best zoos.

Colchester Castle Park
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.

Flatford Mill
Find out about the history of East Bergholt when you take a trip to Flatford Mill. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Beth Chatto Garden
Learn which plants can thrive in a range of habitats in these stunning gardens designed by master gardener Beth Chatto.

Colchester Town Hall
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.

Mercury Theatre
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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