Visit Wivenhoe

St Nicholas Hotel
"We have stayed here a few times and this experience wasn’t our favourite. We had booked for breakfast and were forgotten about by the breakfast staff. My partner had to flag down a member of staff and ask if we could order. When the food did arrive, mine was burnt, it certainly wasn’t worth the £19. ..."
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
"The hotel was alright but charging nearly a tenner to park in their own car park is a joke. Good breakfast albeit another £30. Had to spend nearly the room cost again to park and eat. Could have got somewhere much nicer if I wanted to spend over £100 and eaten and parked for free. Wouldn't come ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
"I had a good stay, however, I waited 50 minutes for my dinner to arrive"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Ryegate House Colchester
"Could have been perfect but let down by standard of cleaning. Great location within easy walking distance of centre. Parking was available which was great being so close to the centre. Staff were friendly and helpful. The room however was not up to the standard of cleanliness expected. The bathroom ..."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Staycations Maldon Suites

Birds Farm
"Really comfortable bed. Super clean. Great for a couple of nights stay. Close to the University to meet up with our daughter. Would recommend the Beth Chatto Garden near by for a visit."
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Popular places to visit

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.

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

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 Town Hall
Colchester’s Baroque town hall, a heritage-listed building with Victorian tower and antique organ, has been the focus of civil duties for over 800 years.

Beth Chatto Garden
Learn which plants can thrive in a range of habitats in these stunning gardens designed by master gardener Beth Chatto.

Mercury Theatre
Enjoy a play, a musical performance or some hilarious comedy at Colchester’s premier performing arts venue, which also has a children’s program.
- Ipswich Waterfront
- Clacton-on-Sea Beach
- Colchester Zoo
- Portman Road
- Jimmy's Farm
- University of Essex
- Suffolk Coast and Heaths
- Colchester Castle Park
- Flatford Mill
- Ipswich Regent Theatre
- Chelmsford City Racecourse
- Felixstowe Seafront Gardens
- Colchester Town Hall
- St. Osyth Beach
- Beth Chatto Garden
- Foxhall Stadium
- Mercury Theatre
- Layer Marney Tower
- Trinity Park Conference and Events Centre
- Five Lakes Resort
- Jaywick Martello Tower
- St John the Baptist Monastery
- Braintree Village
- Hedingham Castle
- Dedham Vale
- West Cliff Theatre
- Adastral Park
- Blackfriars




