Greyfriars Hotel - Colchester

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Greyfriars Hotel - Colchester
High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.4
Comfort9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Free WiFi9.1
Staff9.1
Who stays here
Couples62%
Solo17%
Families16%
Groups4%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.4
Comfort9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Free WiFi9.1
Staff9.1
Who stays here
Couples62%
Solo17%
Families16%
Groups4%

AA-rated luxury hotel in Colchester's Cultural Quarter with Michelin Recommended dining

Amenities & Services

Greyfriars Hotel Colchester is an AA-rated luxury hotel located in a gated area ensuring privacy and security. The property features a Baroque Bar with an impressive cocktail selection, a garden, and a sun terrace with outdoor furniture. Complimentary items such as the mini bar, Wi-Fi, and free on-site parking are included for all guests.

Rooms & Suites

The hotel offers 26 luxuriously appointed bedrooms, including Grand Luxe Suites which provide additional living space. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a private bathroom with Italian marble finishes. Some rooms also include a seating area, and fully accessible options are available for guests with mobility needs.

Dining

On-site dining at Greyfriars in Colchester is overseen by Michelin Recommended chefs, serving British cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant offers special diet menus, kids' meals, and a snack bar, with wine/champagne available. Private dining rooms and a dining area for breakfast (continental or buffet) are also provided.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Greyfriars Hotel & Restaurant is situated 200 metres from Colchester Castle and within walking distance of Hollytrees Museum and the Natural History Museum. The hotel is located in Colchester's Cultural Quarter, offering quick access to the city centre and Colchester Zoo (6 km away). London Southend Airport is 38 km from the property, and the hotel provides express check-in/check-out and luggage storage.

Additional Features

Greyfriars Hotel Colchester welcomes pets with designated pet-friendly accommodations that include courtyard access. The hotel offers business facilities such as a business centre, meeting/banquet rooms, and fax/photocopying services. Accessibility features include an emergency cord in the bathroom, toilet with grab rails, wheelchair accessible rooms, and a lift serving all floors.

  • Location: 200 metres from Colchester Castle, in the Cultural Quarter
  • Rooms: 26 bedrooms including Grand Luxe Suites with Italian marble bathrooms
  • Dining: Michelin Recommended chefs, onsite British cuisine restaurant
  • Amenities: Complimentary mini bar, Wi-Fi, and free parking
  • Pet Policy: Pet-friendly accommodations with courtyard options
  • Accessibility: Fully accessible rooms and wheelchair-friendly facilities
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 24.5 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:26
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Rooms and availability

Duplex Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Standard King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Courtyard view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Greyfriars Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 113 £
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 53.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport London Stansted, STN

Location

High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
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High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
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High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museum
Hollytrees Museum
290 m
Museum
The Castle Museum
410 m
High Street Cowdrey Crescent
Colchester War Memorial
60 m
Gallery
firstsite
170 m
One Castle Park Right in front of the Castle
The Claudius Gateway
160 m
Church
St. Botolph's Priory
310 m
Church
St Helen's Chapel
270 m
74 High Street
The Minories Galleries
20 m
High Street
Colchester's Natural History Museum
100 m
Town Hall High Street
Colchester Town Hall
490 m
Church
Lion Walk United Reformed Church
340 m
Dutch Quarter Apartments West Stockwell Street
Dutch Quarter
430 m
St. Johns Thorrington Road
St. John's Abbey Gate
490 m
63 High Street
Xtreme Gaming
150 m
East Stockwell Street
Peake's House
400 m
4-11 Trinity Street
Holy Trinity Church
420 m
11A Eld Lane
The South Lanes
440 m
Restaurant
The Minories Garden Cafe
50 m
Restaurant
The Batte-Lay Tea Room
60 m
Restaurant
Prezzo
120 m
Restaurant
Mirra
140 m
Restaurant
Kimchi House
140 m
Restaurant
Maharani Restaurant
200 m
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Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
200 m
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Kaspas
160 m
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Mamma Mia Restaurant & Pizzeria
210 m
Restaurant
Foresters Arms
260 m

Reviews of Greyfriars Hotel

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FAQ about Greyfriars

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the 4-star Greyfriars Hotel?
During their stay at the 4-star Greyfriars Hotel guests can visit Highwoods Country Park and Lexden Wood Golf Club located 2.8 km from the property and 2.6 km away respectively.
What popular attractions are closest to the Greyfriars Hotel?
Guests of the Greyfriars Hotel can visit firstsite (not too far from the accommodation), or Hollytrees Museum placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel provides parking spaces on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-bar Turtle Bay offering Jamaican cuisine.
Does the Greyfriars Hotel hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Greyfriars Hotel hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in Greyfriars Hotel?
Guests of Greyfriars Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
How much does a room at the 4-star Greyfriars Hotel cost?
The prices at the 4-star Greyfriars Hotel start from $187.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
At the hotel, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 4-star Greyfriars Hotel comprise?
The 4-star Greyfriars Hotel provides such room types as Junior Suite, Standard King Room, and Superior King Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Greyfriars Hotel hotel?
Rooms of the Greyfriars Hotel hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.3/10 according to guests' reviews-ensured by climate control.
Does the hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the hotel there are wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms available for guests with special needs.
Does the Greyfriars Hotel hotel provide business facilities?
For business travellers the Greyfriars Hotel hotel offers a business centre as well as a xerox and a work desk.
Which facilities does the hotel provide?
Top locations of the hotel include a luggage room and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with 24-hour security and a luggage locker.
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