Near Hedingham Castle, Drapers Hotel offers a unique retreat with 18 holes of golf and a coffee shop. Savor the flavors at Fox and Firkin or enjoy the views from the terrace while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
53 High Street, Earls Colne, Colchester, England, CO6 2PB
What's nearby
East Anglian Railway Museum - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
Halstead Leisure Centre - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
Paycockes - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
Colchester Zoo - 19 min drive - 18.8 km
Getting around
Stansted Airport (STN) - 41 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 59 min drive
Cambridge (CBG) - 71 min drive
Chappel and Wakes Colne Station - 6 min drive
Bures Station - 10 min drive
Colchester Kelvedon Station - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Black Horse Cafe - 3 min drive
Courtyard Tap - 6 min drive
Bull Hotel - 6 min drive
White Hart Inn - 5 min drive
The Five Bells - 3 min drive
About this property
Drapers Hotel
Drapers Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of East Anglian Railway Museum and Hedingham Castle. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the 2 bars/lounges are nice spots to grab a drink at the end of the day. This boutique hotel is also within a short drive of Great Notley Country Park and Colchester Zoo. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from noon - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Terrace
Television in common areas
Adjacent to a golf course
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Housekeeping on request
Special features
Dining
Fox and Firkin - Onsite coffee shop. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Also known as
Drapers Hotel Colchester
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Drapers Hotel Colchester
Drapers Hotel Hotel Colchester
Frequently asked questions
Does Drapers Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Drapers Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Drapers Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Drapers Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Drapers Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Drapers Hotel and nearby?
Drapers Hotel has 2 bars.
Are there restaurants at or near Drapers Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Fox and Firkin.
Does Drapers Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
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Reviews
Drapers Hotel Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.4
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2026
A popular hotel with nice food, and I loved the characterful decor. Staff were great annd a very comfortable bed.
Only down point was my room was a bit noisy, being next to some fan or refrigeration unit or something. I’d definitely stay again, but would ask for a different room.
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2025
Not enough parking but hotel really good
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 27, 2025
Very comfortable room very clean and also friendly staff would stay again
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
Liked the decor, room was comfy but snug, bed was comfotable. only downside was no breakfast served so had to travel to nearest garden centre for breakfast hense 4 stars.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2024
Lovely quaint rooms which were very comfy and in a nice little village … would definitely recommend
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2023
Friendly staff, nice room and great location on High Street.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2024
Lovely place to stay. Staff were really helpful, nothing was too much for them.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
Lovely little place , friendly staff and super comfortable and clean room . Would def go back
John
John, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 23, 2025
The bar staff at check-in were friendly. The rooms are upstairs in old characterful Essex pub in a pretty village. There are only four parking spaces which were taken so we parked behind the local co-op a short walk away.
The room itself was small but clean and well equipped. However, the biggest issue is the lack of ventilation in the room which was hot and airless without the radiator being on. We had to have the fan on all night (in December) as couldn’t open the window and the extractor in the bathroom did not work.
This is the second time we have stayed here to visit family. The first time was a few years ago in a different room which was also extremely hot and airless. Sadly, we wouldn’t stay again.
Katherine
Katherine, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 18, 2024
The location was right for us to attend St Andrew’s church.
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 17, 2024
Nice room, bed was comfy and location was good. Staff were pleasant. Hardly any parking though. Nice stay although shame there is no breakfast.
paul
paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2023
Great value. Friendly staff.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2024
Good staff and friendly too. Lots of options to choose from for type of room required. Wes and June do an amazing job all round including food, entertainment and accommodation.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2023
The hotel was lovely and clean. We can't remember the ladies name that checked us in but she was ever so polite, she also ran the bar, took our food order and cleared the tables as well. She was amazing at her job. The meal we had was great and very reasonably priced. Would definitely stay here again
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
Honeymoon suite superbly comfy. Spotless and stylish. Shower could do with an overhaul but plenty of hot water. Very helpful staff and warm welcome. Great stay. Thank you
Joanna
Joanna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2023
Comfortable
Very good, except the Restaurant was closed. Friendly, helpful staff.
shirley
shirley, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 29, 2023
Good location. No breakfast.
Phillip
Phillip, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2024
A value for money, spacious, clean and well appointed room in an old pub. Our room had a bath as well as shower. Good pub food. Staff were friendly and efficient.
It is an old pub so it has steep stairs, creaky floorboards and some noise from patrons but that comes with the venue. Free parking was available but limited parks at the pub itself. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 8, 2024
Unusual and quirky room.Decorated really well.Above a pub but quiet. Only quibble, no one around when checking out as pub closed at 10 am.No instructions where to leave the keys.Had to leave them in the door lock.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 2, 2024
Great room, loved the décor, bed comfortable and great value for money. Ease of registering, staff friendly and polite. My room had a fridge, which is so helpful. Despite and event on below my room, I heard nothing, really quiet. I booked due to location for my work, will definitely be booking again.
Only downside: parking, due to working late, the car park was busy twice, the first night a customer in the bar offered to move her car and the second evening the owner moved their car for me to park - as I said amazing venue. I believe if you arrived at a normal work time, this would not be an issue.
Michelle
Michelle, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
Friendly staff, beautiful rooms
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
Great stay would highly recommended.
James
James, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2025
Excellent food. Comfortable bed. Staff excellent.
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 8, 2025
Parking was difficult, the pub operates until midnighton weekends with plenty of street noise and activity. My room had no heavy duty curtains to block the outside light.
Duane
Duane, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2022
Its was a comfortable and clean hotel, staff were pleasant and helpful.