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

A room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

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

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

1. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Colchester

Natasha

฿4,085

฿4,902 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a dark upholstered chair, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

A bar area with a large wheel decoration, various liquor bottles, and branded taps.

A pink building with a red roof, two windows, and a sign that reads "Rose & Crown Free House".

2. The Rose & Crown Free House

Clacton-on-Sea

Chris

฿4,228

฿5,073 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An aerial view of a property with a central building surrounded by manicured gardens, a small pond, and a tent-like structure.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, seating with bar stools, and a menu board.

A swimming pool with clear water, a bench, and a changing room area.

A modern interior with a brick wall, a glass partition, and a seating area with a coffee table.

3. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

Katherine

฿6,453

฿7,743 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A dining area with wooden flooring, white walls, and a brick accent wall. There are two dining tables with chairs, each table has a white tablecloth and a small decorative item on the table.

A living room with a sofa, a small table, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A two-story building with a sign reading 'Aldea Guesthouse.'

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, and a wardrobe.

4. Adelaide Guesthouse

Clacton-on-Sea

Steve

฿3,078

฿3,694 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

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

A multi-story building with a beige facade, a covered entrance, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.

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

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

Clacton-on-Sea

James

฿1,817

฿2,181 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a brick column, and white furniture.

A bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a counter with a tap.

A conservatory with wicker furniture, a sofa, and potted plants.

A cozy indoor seating area with two plush armchairs and a small table, a brick wall with framed pictures, and a large window overlooking a blue door.

6. Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Colchester

Jelle

฿3,087

฿3,705 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.

A Holiday Inn Express building entrance with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a bench.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector, and a cabinet with office supplies.

A bartender pouring a drink from a tap labeled 'Stella Artois' into a glass.

7. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Colchester

Tim

฿2,188

฿2,626 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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 traditional room with exposed wooden beams, two single beds, a wooden chair, and a desk with a lamp.

8. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Colchester

Tanya

฿2,225

฿2,670 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

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.

9. Birds Farm

Colchester

Nicola

฿7,343

฿8,811 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden cabinet, a desk, and a wall-mounted TV displaying "NETFLIX".

A small, narrow room with a wooden wardrobe, a wooden bench with towels, and a coat rack.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, marble walls, and a black and gold tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wall paneling, a flat-screen TV displaying 'NETFLIX', and two white doors.

10. Sarah Hotel

Parkeston

Josh

฿2,071

฿2,485 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A traditional pub named 'The CHUDLEIGH' with a white facade, arched windows, and hanging flower baskets.

A traditional pub with a sign reading "The Chudleigh." It features a brick facade, white-framed windows, and a balcony with hanging flower baskets.

A dining area with round tables set for four, each with white tablecloths, chairs, and centerpieces.

A cozy living room with a patterned carpet, a sofa set, armchairs, and a small round table.

11. Chudleigh Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

Craig

฿3,523

฿4,228 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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.

A bartender preparing drinks at a bar with a variety of bottles in the background.

12. GreyFriars

Colchester

Glenn

฿5,173

฿6,208 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A boat with a cabin and a mast, set against a sunset sky.

A row of historic buildings with arched windows and a central building featuring a green awning.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

13. Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO

Clacton-on-Sea

Ewa

฿1,822

฿2,333 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a dining area with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A brick gate with a sign reading "14 St David's" leading to a Tudor-style building with a tiled roof.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a smaller armchair, and a coffee table. There is a wooden door on the right and a window with curtains on the left.

14. Home by the Sea

Clacton-on-Sea

jennifer

฿39,188

฿47,026 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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.

15. Star Anglia Hotel

Colchester

Iain

฿2,670

฿3,204 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A coastal beach scene with a clear walkway leading to the shore, a pier in the distance, and a few boats on the water.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central seating area, a large window offering a view, and a green wall with a vertical garden.

A gazebo with a white frame and a glass dome structure with a wooden door.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a tray of breakfast items, and a chair.

16. Kingscliff Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

June

฿3,114

฿3,736 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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.

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

17. Talbooth House & Spa

Colchester

Alan

฿9,980

฿11,975 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A courtyard with artificial grass, a table with chairs, and a wooden bench.

A wooden structure with signs for Pier Hotel Clacton, including breakfast service and room availability.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a counter with various bottles, and bar stools.

A restaurant with a nautical-themed mural, a chandelier, and a sign for 'Pier Hotel Restaurant'.

18. OYO Pier Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

Tamally

฿2,126

฿2,768 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

Colchester

Aubrey

฿3,671

฿4,406 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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

A restaurant with a brick wall, a large clock, and a glass ceiling. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

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

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.

20. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

Colchester

Rachel

฿2,477

฿3,061 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Top Great Bentley Hotel Reviews

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Quality buffet breakfast. Lots of choice. Hotel room comfortable. Great shower. Great check in and check out. Would return."

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

10/10 Excellent

"Very well situated hotel. Everything is extremely clean and well maintained. Staff were all very helpful and polite. Great breakfast too."

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very helpful at reception when checking in. The room was clean and very nice."

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

8/10 Good

"Clean room, great helpful staff, facilities excellent. Dining great choice of an Indian menu or ordinary. Breakfast great choice and plenty to choose from."

Best Western Ipswich Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great value for money , good parking , breakfast was ok and having booked a single room , it was still a double bed in a spacious room"

Orwell Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Always have a comfortable stay here. Happy with the room, it's amenities..all that I need. Staff helpful and friendly."

The Mill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great room. Comfy. Clean. Well appointed. Staff were fantastic. Lovely bar. Great view. Great breakfast."

easyHotel Ipswich

8/10 Good

"Will stay there again, excellent price and location"

The George of Colchester

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely clean room. Friendly staff and a great atmosphere in the bar area."

More cheap stays in Great Bentley

Bridge Guest House

4-6 Ancaster Road Ipswich England

฿1,761

฿2,114 total

9 Sept - 10 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (842 reviews)

Langtry Hotel

2-4 Colne Road Clacton-on-Sea England

฿1,802

฿2,163 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7.4/10 Good! (227 reviews)

Sarah Hotel

65 Garland Rd Harwich England

฿2,071

฿2,485 total

7 Oct - 8 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (60 reviews)

Noble Goose Rooms

2 Stoneham St Colchester England

฿3,438

฿4,125 total

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (73 reviews)

University of Essex - Colchester Campus

University of Essex Colchester England

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Premier Inn Ipswich Hotel

Old Hadleigh Rd Ipswich ENG

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Great Bentley?

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester, located 12 mi (19.3 km) from the heart of Great Bentley, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are St Nicholas Hotel and B&B HOTEL Ipswich. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Great Bentley.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Great Bentley has to offer?

Caravan - Sleeps 6 - Parking, Pool, Facilities: This holiday home rental outside of Great Bentley offers an indoor pool, a fireplace and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in Great Bentley.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Great Bentley, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Great Bentley.

How is it staying in Great Bentley?

Budget-minded travellers will find good deals in Great Bentley, and visitors give high marks for the lively bar scene, top-notch restaurants and relaxing spas. Welcoming and relaxing, this city also attracts tourists with its zoo. There are 1525 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Great Bentley.

What should I see while I'm in Great Bentley?

Places to visit in the wider area include Beth Chatto Garden, Jaywick Martello Tower and West Cliff Theatre. You'll also find Jaywick Sands and Clacton-on-Sea Beach in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Great Bentley guide.

How can I get around Great Bentley?

To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Colchester Great Bentley Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Great Bentley for your journey.

What's the seasonal weather like in Great Bentley?

The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Great Bentley is 728 mm.

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Our top choices for Great Bentley hotels

1. Wivenhoe House Hotel

2. The Rose & Crown Free House

3. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

4. Adelaide Guesthouse

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

6. Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

7. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

8. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

9. Birds Farm

10. Sarah Hotel

11. Chudleigh Hotel

12. GreyFriars

13. Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO

14. Home by the Sea

15. Star Anglia Hotel

16. Kingscliff Hotel

17. Talbooth House & Spa

18. OYO Pier Hotel

19. The Victory at Mersea

20. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

Learn more about Great Bentley

Top Great Bentley Hotel Reviews

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Best Western Ipswich Hotel

Orwell Hotel

The Mill Hotel

easyHotel Ipswich

The George of Colchester

More cheap stays in Great Bentley

Bridge Guest House

Langtry Hotel

Sarah Hotel

Noble Goose Rooms

University of Essex - Colchester Campus

Premier Inn Ipswich Hotel

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