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Greyfriars Hotel - Colchester
Greyfriars, Colchester
$$$$·|Colchester,
United Kingdom·|
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Greyfriars Hotel - Colchester
Overview
Situated right around the corner from Colchester's Natural History Museum, the 4-star Greyfriars Hotel Colchester features Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site. Boasting an à la carte restaurant, the hotel is available about 5 minutes' stroll from The Castle Museum.
Location
The non-smoking hotel has a prime setting 3.4 miles from Colchester Zoo, while natural sights like Highwoods Country Park are 1.8 miles away. Guests can visit the publicly owned Hollytrees Museum, which is just 10 minutes' walk away, and Lexden Wood Golf Club which is around a 15-minute drive from this Colchester accommodation.
Staying at the Colchester hotel, guests get perfect access to University of Essex Colchester Campus - an educational site located 2.2 miles away.
Greyfriars bus stop is steps away from Greyfriars Hotel.
Rooms
You can stay in one of the 26 soundproofed rooms featuring flat-screen television along with a free minibar. Furnished with a couch and a clothes rack, these rooms have an adjoining terrace and a dressing room. Featuring a bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower, the bathrooms also come with hair dryers and bath sheets. These rooms offer views of the castle.
Eat & Drink
The accommodation features a snack bar and Bars Lounges restaurant serving British cuisine.
Leisure & Business
The Greyfriars Colchester also includes a shared lounge, various recreational opportunities, and a garden terrace. Business travelers will have access to a business center provided on site.
Highlights
Wi-Fi available throughout the property
On-site bar and lounge area for relaxation
24-hour reception and security services
Private courtyard for guest use
Price calendar
Rooms and availability
All rooms
For 2 persons
King Room
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Max:
2 persons
Shower
Private bathroom
Heating
Air conditioning
Room details +
Duplex Suite
Bed options:
Max:
2 persons
Shower
Private bathroom
Heating
Air conditioning
Room details +
Junior Suite
Bed options:
Max:
2 persons
Courtyard view
Shower
Private bathroom
Heating
Bathtub
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Elevator
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
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
Timing
Check-in:
15:00-23:59FREE
Check-out:
11 amFREE
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Recommended for:
Afternoon Tea in the Venetian LoungeIndulge in a private Afternoon Tea experience in the elegant Venetian Lounge, complete with a full width Venetian window and delicious treats.
Drinks Party in the Library LoungeHost a memorable After Work drinks party in the sophisticated Library Lounge, a perfect space for relaxation and socializing.
Private Dining in the Baroque BarEnjoy an intimate and exclusive dining experience in the Baroque Bar, with its cozy ambiance and inviting atmosphere.
Terrace Dining in the CourtyardTake advantage of the large terrace, offering al fresco dining with stunning views of St. James Church and the surrounding area.
Luxurious BathroomsExperience the indulgence of spacious bathrooms, featuring twin sinks, showers, and huge baths, providing a truly relaxing retreat.
Art-Deco Style DiningDine in the main Cloisters restaurant, housed in the former chapel, decorated in a sophisticated art-deco style for a memorable culinary experience.
- Vibrant and Funky Shower Rooms
- Exclusive Terrace Access
- Indulgent Breakfast on the Terrace
- High-Quality British Cuisine
- Youthful and Vibrant Room Themes
- Accessibility for All
- Cultural Quarter Exploration
- Personalized Service and Attention to Detail
Location
* Located in Colchester's historic town center, near St Botolph's Priory, Colchester Castle, and the High Street shopping district. * The area offers access to the Firstsite contemporary art gallery, Colchester Arts Centre, and numerous dining options along Eld Lane. * Greyfriars ideal for history buffs, with Roman Circus Centre, Natural History Museum, and Hollytrees Museum nearby.
High Street,
Colchester,
United Kingdom,
Essex
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
Church Street
Colchester Arts Centre
2700 ft
High Street
Colchester Castle Park
1.2
mi
Bourne Mill Bourne Road
Bourne Mill
1.2
mi
Museums
Roman Circus Centre
4700 ft
Castle
Colchester Castle
1.3
mi
Mercury Theatre Balkerne Gate
Jumbo Water Tower
2500 ft
Balkerne Passage
Colchester Roman Wall
2200 ft
400 Military Road
St. John Russian Orthodox Church
3400 ft
Spa Center
Aqua Springs
1.0
mi
Bourne Rd
National Trust
1.2
mi
Bourne Mill Bourne Road
Bourne Pond
1.2
mi
Parks
Highwoods Country Park
1.8
mi
39 Ladbrook Dr
Abbots Activity Centre
1.4
mi
Museums
Hollytrees Museum
1000 ft
Museums
The Castle Museum
1400 ft
High Street Cowdrey Crescent
Colchester War Memorial
300 ft
Gallery
firstsite
600 ft
One Castle Park Right in front of the Castle
The Claudius Gateway
600 ft
Church
St. Botolph's Priory
1100 ft
Church
St Helen's Chapel
900 ft
74 High Street
The Minories Galleries
100 ft
High Street
Colchester's Natural History Museum
400 ft
Town Hall High Street
Colchester Town Hall
1700 ft
Church
Lion Walk United Reformed Church
1200 ft
Dutch Quarter Apartments West Stockwell Street
Dutch Quarter
1500 ft
St. Johns Thorrington Road
St. John's Abbey Gate
1700 ft
63 High Street
Xtreme Gaming
500 ft
East Stockwell Street
Peake's House
1400 ft
4-11 Trinity Street
Holy Trinity Church
1400 ft
11A Eld Lane
The South Lanes
1500 ft
The Minories Garden Cafe
200 ft
74 High Street
The Batte-Lay Tea Room
200 ft
74 High Street The Minories
Prezzo
400 ft
1 Culver Street East
Mirra
500 ft
98 High Street
Kimchi House
500 ft
2A Queen Street
Maharani Restaurant
700 ft
102 High Street
Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
700 ft
60 High Street
Kaspas
600 ft
61-62 High Street
Mamma Mia Restaurant & Pizzeria
700 ft
5-7 Museum Street
Foresters Arms
900 ft
Castle Road
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