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Cheap Hotels in Colchester

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Colchester on Hotels.com. These Colchester Cheap Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 24, 2026.

A building with a sign reading "Kings Arms Bar, Food, Rooms."

A building with outdoor seating and a sign for 'Kings Arms Bar Food & Rooms.'

A shelf stocked with various liquor bottles and glasses.

1. The Kings Arms Broad Green

Broad Green

CNY296

CNY356 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A buffet with various food items and beverages.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

A conference room with rows of white chairs with grey sashes, a white table with a floral centerpiece, and a backdrop of white drapes with string lights.

A Holiday Inn with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

2. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Colchester

CNY373

CNY447 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

A storefront with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a clear blue sky.

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.

3. Star Anglia Hotel

Colchester

CNY533

CNY640 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a 'Grab & Go' kiosk, and a modern reception desk.

An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and wooden beams, surrounded by glass walls and a tiled floor.

A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and expansive fields.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are chairs around a table and a potted plant in the corner.

4. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Colchester

CNY467

CNY560 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white tablecloths, gold sashes, and a chandelier.

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.

5. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Colchester

CNY444

CNY533 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

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

6. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Colchester

CNY407

CNY489 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A parking area with 'Electric Vehicle Charging Only' signs and a 'Hand Stretch' sign.

A hallway with beige carpet, white walls, and dark doors.

A hotel facade with a sign for St. Nicholas Hotel, adjacent to a building with a 'Three Wise Monkeys' sign.

7. St Nicholas Hotel

Colchester

CNY507

CNY608 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, a high ceiling, and a glass railing overlooking the area.

A view of a golf course with a clubhouse and a fenced area.

A spa area with a hot tub, tiled floor, windows, and potted plants.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a high ceiling with a triangular design, and a view of the outside through large windows.

8. The Essex Golf and Country Club

Colchester

CNY503

CNY603 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

A dining room with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by wooden chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed botanical print on the wall, and a mirror reflecting part of the room.

A dining area with tables set for service, a chandelier, and a large clock on the wall.

9. Brook Red Lion Hotel

Colchester

CNY433

CNY520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

A bar area with a wooden counter, two bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

10. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

Colchester

CNY495

CNY611 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A large, red brick building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with steps, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

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

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

11. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Colchester

CNY815

CNY978 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

A narrow alleyway with a gravel path, bordered by a metal fence and a brick building with windows.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a white dining table with blue chairs.

A laundry room with multiple stacked washing machines and dryers.

12. Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter

CNY578

CNY693 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A traditional room with exposed brick walls, a fireplace, a bed with a plaid blanket, and large windows with curtains.

A bar area with a wine list, a beer tap, and a menu board.

A quaint cafe with a green door, outdoor seating, and hanging plants.

A rustic bar area with wooden beams, a bar counter, and seating.

13. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

Colchester

CNY447

CNY536 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

A narrow stairway with striped carpet, a wooden door with a plaque, and a warning sign on the wall.

A two-story house with a dark front door, a small porch, and a mailbox.

A small, single-story building with a gravel driveway and a wooden fence.

14. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

Colchester

CNY421

CNY506 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A brick building with a central staircase, a covered outdoor seating area, and a tree-lined pathway.

A dining table with a white tablecloth, a green leather chair, and a tea set.

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

15. GreyFriars

Colchester

CNY1,033

CNY1,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and orange umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a brick wall.

A garden with a sign that reads "please keep off the garden."

A double bed with a dark headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted fan, and decorative wall art.

A formal dining room with white tables, chairs, and a fireplace.

16. The Blue Anchor Feering

Colchester

CNY555

CNY667 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

A reception area with a sign reading "RECEPTION," wooden beams, a wooden counter, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with a view of the street.

A bar area with a bar counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A cozy seating area with a window overlooking a garden, featuring a variety of plants and a view of a building in the background.

17. The George of Colchester

Dutch Quarter

CNY670

CNY805 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

18. Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

Colchester

CNY560

CNY1,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush flower beds and a purple umbrella.

A dining room with a wooden table and four chairs, large windows with floral wallpaper, and a radiator below the windows.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a glass table, and a view of a grassy field through open windows.

19. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

Colchester

CNY887

CNY1,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A narrow alley with a wheelbarrow, potted plants, and a building with exposed brick and timber framing.

A traditional pub with a signboard advertising food and drink.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk with a computer, and a television.

An outdoor bar with a rustic wooden counter, hanging flower baskets, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

20. The WoolPack Inn

Colchester

CNY727

CNY872 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Top neighborhoods in Colchester

Dutch Quarter

A red bus with the text "ROUTEMASTER" and license plate "RML 2296".

A modern building with a unique angular design and large glass windows.

A modern building with a sloped roof and a large glass facade. In the background, there are traditional brick buildings and a street with a parked truck.

A modern building with reflective glass windows and a brick wall with greenery.

A modern building with a curved facade and large windows.

Dutch Quarter

The Dutch Quarter neighborhood is loved for its restaurants and castle, and has lots of things to do and see including firstsite.

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Top landmarks in Colchester

A wrought iron gate with intricate designs, a brick building with ivy, and a paved area.

Colchester Castle Park

9.0/10 (164 reviews)

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, then make a stop at Colchester Castle Park in the heart of Colchester. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Beth Chatto Garden and High Woods Country Park, both nearby.

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An elephant walking on rocky terrain with dense green foliage in the background.

Colchester Zoo

9.2/10 (85 reviews)

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Colchester Zoo, located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from central Colchester. If you have fun at Colchester Zoo, you'll love Colchester Arts Centre and Xtreme Gaming, both located nearby.

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A white house with a red roof by a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Flatford Mill

9.4/10 (15 reviews)

You might want to get your camera out and head to Flatford Mill— just one of the landmarks located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central East Bergholt.

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A large, historic brick building with multiple towers and arched windows, surrounded by lush green trees and a well-maintained lawn.

Layer Marney Tower

9.2/10 (15 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Layer Marney Tower— just one of the monuments in central Layer Marney.

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A historic building with ornate architecture, a tree-lined street, and a bus in the background.

Colchester Town Hall

8.6/10 (55 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Colchester Town Hall— just one of the monuments in central Colchester.

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Mercury Theatre

8.8/10 (9 reviews)

If you’re after a show while in the center of Colchester, you might want to get tickets at Mercury Theatre. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Headgate Theatre and Manifest Theatre are both a short walk away.

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A field of purple crocus flowers in a forest.

Beth Chatto Garden

9.2/10 (9 reviews)

Ready for an education in local botany? Beth Chatto Garden should make your list of places to visit, located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Elmstead Market. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Colchester Castle Park and High Woods Country Park, both nearby.

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Colchester Castle Museum

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Colchester Castle Museum— just one of the monuments in central Colchester.

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