What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Colchester?

Motels typically offer lower rates compared to hotels, which makes them perfect if you're exploring around Colchester and sticking to a budget. A good option for overnight stays, these roadside accommodations come with simply furnished rooms, basic services and ample parking. Opt for a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay more for additional privacy, comfort and conveniences. Travelers can take advantage of things like free WiFi, gyms and business services at this kind of property.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Colchester?

Enjoy the free breakfast at St Botolphs Hotel Colchester . This 3-star stay in Colchester also comes with a cafe and free WiFi. Alternatively, pour yourself a cup of tea and fuel up at GreyFriars , which also offers a complimentary breakfast.

Do any 3-star hotels in Colchester have a pool?

Enjoy a little poolside relaxation and fun at Essex Golf & Country Club . Or switch from touring attractions to kicking back by the water at Peresteda Apartments . Both these 3-star stays with pools are situated in Colchester, where the summer months are June, July and August. Average temperatures range from 57ºF at night to 70ºF during the day in July, the warmest period of the year.

What 3-star hotels in Colchester have an on-site restaurant?

Book a room in one of Expedia's Colchester escapes with an on-site restaurant and you won't have to venture far when you're feeling hungry. The George of Colchester and Colchester Boutique Hotel are two 3-star stays with this convenient perk on the menu. The first also features amenities like an electric car charging station and WiFi, while the second includes a garden and free WiFi.

Do any 3-star hotels in Colchester have WiFi?

Whether you'd like to keep in touch with loved ones, stream TV shows or access information on the go, browsing the web is easy at one of our 3-star hotels. You can sign in to the WiFi at Expedia's selection of properties such as St Nicholas Hotel and The George of Colchester .

What 3-star hotels in Colchester have parking?

Spend more time kicking back and less time searching for a space for your ride at a 3-star hotel with parking. The George of Colchester and St Nicholas Hotel are popular options in Colchester. Step away from the city for a day and discover new places farther afield. Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are just two of the awesome attractions that are easy to get to by car from Colchester.

Do any 3-star hotels in Colchester have rooms with a kitchenette?

If you're thinking about an extended vacation in Colchester, book a room at Peresteda Apartments . With kitchen facilities to prepare your own food, you can save on restaurant bills and feel more at home at this 3-star property.

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$100 nightly

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Bishop's Stortford

james

$80 nightly

Feb 23 - Feb 24

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Premier Inn London Stansted Airport

Bishop's Stortford

Manuel

$66 nightly

Mar 2 - Mar 3

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St Nicholas Hotel

Colchester

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Colchester

Claire

$65 nightly

Feb 22 - Feb 23

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Stansted Airport Lodge

Bishop's Stortford

Michael

$49 nightly

Mar 1 - Mar 2

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The Mill Hotel

Sudbury

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Colchester

Alison

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Bishop's Stortford

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$59 nightly

Mar 22 - Mar 23

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Ruth

$50 nightly

Feb 27 - Feb 28

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The George of Colchester

Dutch Quarter

Paul

$160 nightly

Feb 24 - Feb 25

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Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Colchester

Carole

$58 nightly

Mar 1 - Mar 2

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Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Braintree

Courtney

$56 nightly

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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Orwell Hotel

Felixstowe

John

$70 nightly

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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Ipswich

Terence

$33 nightly

Mar 1 - Mar 2

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The Palace Hotel

Southend-on-Sea

kirsty

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views

Best Western Priory Hotel

Bury St Edmunds

Tony

$53 nightly

Mar 13 - Mar 14

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Pontlands Park

Chelmsford

Karen

$147 nightly

Feb 26 - Feb 27

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Muthu Westcliff Hotel (Near London Southend Airport)

Westcliff-on-Sea

Denzil

$86 nightly

Feb 22 - Feb 23

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There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Colchester, England are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Colchester, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Colchester?

Expedia guests speak highly of The George of Colchester. It features individually decorated rooms and WiFi, and is around 0.1 mi northeast of the center of Colchester. St Nicholas Hotel is another leading 3-star hotel. Located roughly 0.2 mi northeast of the downtown area, it offers an electric car charging station and soundproofed rooms.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Colchester?

The big difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Colchester will be the level of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually lower priced and come with the services and conveniences you need to be comfortable, such as a gym, WiFi and breakfast. You can look forward to a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale furnishings, luxury toiletries and extra touches like on-site day spas.

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