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Your Colchester Vacation

Experience the buzz and excitement of Colchester with a tailor-made Colchester vacation package. From its rural countryside to its spectacular views, you'll never have a boring moment in this city. Every trip to Colchester needs a well-thought-out itinerary. Fill yours with big-name attractions like Colchester Zoo, University of Essex and Colchester Castle Park. Expedia is here to help you escape the everyday. Tailor your vacation to Colchester to suit your travel style, whatever that may look like.

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The Bell Inn

The Bell Inn

3.5 out of 5
per person
Aug 29 - Sep 1
found 11 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (JFK) to London (STN)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (313 reviews)
The surrounding area is what makes this hotel such a nice place to stay. The hotel is family friendly.

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

White house

White house

2 out of 5
per person
Sep 10 - Sep 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTW) to London (STN)
No reviews
The Limes

The Limes

4 out of 5
per person
Sep 10 - Sep 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTW) to London (STN)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (144 reviews)
We had a great stay at The Limes. Friendly staff, very clean and tidy room and easy check in / out. It's unclear which rooms have a/c and only a fan so may be worth checking ahead of time.

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

The Kingscliff Hotel

The Kingscliff Hotel

3 out of 5
per person
Sep 10 - Sep 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTW) to London (STN)
8.6/10 Excellent! (576 reviews)
Friendly staff right by the sea

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

County Hotel Chelmsford

County Hotel Chelmsford

4 out of 5
per person
Sep 10 - Sep 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Detroit (DTW) to London (STN)
8/10 Very Good! (485 reviews)
Convient location but too hot bed too small a bit run down ⁹

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Colchester

Colchester Zoo which includes animals and zoo animals

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 Zoo
Colchester Castle Park showing a castle and heritage architecture

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.

Colchester Castle Park
Flatford Mill

Flatford Mill

Find out about the history of Colchester when you spend time at Flatford Mill. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Flatford Mill

Colchester Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
3 out of 5
Birchwood Road, Colchester, England
Fully refundable
$74 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$89 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Need to have usb plugs put in rooms and advertise on site that they don't have them. Breakfast nice. Rooms nice. Wasn't happy having to pay £8 for parking"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
St Nicholas Hotel
St Nicholas Hotel
3 out of 5
High Street St Nicholas Hotel, Colchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$122 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$147 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total includes taxes and fees
8/10 Very Good! (698 reviews)
"Comfortable, however, breakfast was not so nice"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

St Nicholas Hotel
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
4 out of 5
London Road, Marks Tey, Colchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$71 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$85 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
7.8/10 Good! (975 reviews)
"It was very nice"

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

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Colchester Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
British pounds sterling
Closest Airport
Southend Airport (SEN)
Population
121,900
Max Temp Winter
45ºF
Max Temp Summer
70ºF
Top Sights
Colchester Zoo, St. Osyth Beach and Mercury Theatre

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Colchester vacation package cost?
You'll find cheap prices from $581 on Expedia for your Colchester getaway. However, a range of factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will influence how much your vacation to Colchester costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Colchester?
You can typically find reduced prices and better availability in March, November and December. Browse our cheap Colchester vacation packages and you could score some excellent off-season deals.
How many days is enough for Colchester?
You can easily explore all the leading attractions in Colchester in a few days, including the must-see Mercury Theatre. If you want an extended Colchester vacation, check out what kind of activities and day trips are available nearby.
Is it worth booking a vacation package to Colchester?
Well known for its family-friendly attractions, views and walking trails, a Colchester vacation has something for everyone. Be sure to check out key sights like Colchester Castle Park and Colchester Castle Museum, and consider renting some wheels for day trips to explore even more.
How to find the best Colchester package deals?
Use Expedia's handy filters to help you find some terrific Colchester package deals. When you begin your search, just set your maximum budget and then sort the results by "Price: low to high." If you want to save, plan your escape for midweek, or browse for Colchester package deals in the off-peak season. Play around with your travel dates and you may score even bigger discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's typically best to lock in your vacation package as early as possible.
Is it cheaper to book a Colchester vacation as a package?
Expedia vacation packages are designed to give you more bang for your buck. Bundle your hotel, flight and car rental into one great-value price and enjoy significant savings. You'll usually score a better deal than booking each component separately. And you'll still enjoy the flexibility to create a personalized Colchester vacation by choosing your preferred airline, accommodation type and car class.
When to book a vacation package to Colchester?
If you're planning a spontaneous Colchester adventure, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to one week before you take off. Prefer not to wait until the last minute? You can score incredible deals on your flights and hotels by booking ahead.
How to plan a trip to Colchester?

  1. Choose when to go: Check your schedule and get packing. Your favorite time of year and the available activities will also help you decide when to visit Colchester.
  2. Work out your budget: Make sure you have enough money to pay for everything from transportation and meals to experiences and flights. Your accommodations will probably be the biggest expense during your trip to Colchester.
  3. Use Expedia's trip planning tool to discover Colchester: Research every part of your trip to Colchester with this comprehensive planner. Invite friends or family to collaborate on a group getaway, search for hotels or things to do and make bookings.
  4. Determine how many days away: Start by making a list of all the attractions you'd like to get to in Colchester. Then, estimate how long you'll need at each, as well as any travel time.
  5. Bundle your flights and hotel: Awesome destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left is to find a Colchester vacation package that brings all your bookings together.
  6. Book activities and experiences ahead of time: Whether it's entrance to a major attraction or a walking tour, you won't have to worry about missing out on Colchester's highlights. Find all the incredible things to do in Colchester with our dedicated activity guide.

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Colchester vacation packages?
Your Colchester trip should be an escape from your daily routine, not a source of money-related stress. So to allow you that extra flexibility, we've teamed up with online lender Affirm to offer you our Book Now, Pay Later vacations. Choose one of our vacation packages with payment plans and split up the total cost over 3, 6 or 12 months. Plus, there are no hidden costs or late payment fees to worry about.
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