1,492 reviews
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$123East Street, Colchester, CO1 2TZ, United Kingdom
1,492 reviews
1/95
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$123Free parking
Free wifi
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Room service
Wheelchair accessible
Business center
Welcome to the Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel, a charming 3-star haven located in the heart of Colchester, United Kingdom. This cozy hotel offers a delightful and comfortable stay for travelers seeking a memorable experience. With its convenient address on East Street, it is just 0.6mi away from the city center, putting you within easy reach of Colchester's attractions and vibrant atmosphere.
The hotel boasts 1492 glowing reviews, a testament to its exceptional service and amenities. With prices starting from $123, it offers fantastic value for money. Wake up refreshed and enjoy a delicious breakfast before exploring the city. The Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel also offers free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and room service for added convenience.
Additionally, the hotel features a range of amenities to enhance your stay. Take advantage of the free parking and bring along your furry friends as the hotel is pet-friendly. If you're a golf enthusiast, the hotel also offers a golf course for an additional charge. Unwind in the bar with your favorite drink, or make use of the business center if you need to catch up on work. With all these offerings, Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel is the perfect choice for your stay in Colchester.
At Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel, we strive to offer a variety of room types to suit different preferences. Our Superior Double Room is perfect for couples, with a comfortable double bed and a spacious 205 square feet of space to relax in. If you prefer separate beds, our Executive Twin Room is a great choice, providing two twin beds and the same cozy size. For those seeking a touch of luxury, our Four Poster Room features a king-size bed, ideal for a romantic getaway.
If you're traveling with a group or looking for additional sleeping arrangements, our Superior Double Room with Single Bed is the perfect option. This triple room offers a combination of a twin bed and a double bed, accommodating up to three adults comfortably. Each room is tastefully decorated and designed with your comfort in mind, ensuring a pleasant and restful stay.
When it's time to settle your bill, please note that cash is not accepted at our hotel. However, we do accept major credit cards such as JCB, American Express, Mastercard, and Visa, making the payment process convenient and hassle-free. So, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel has the perfect room to suit your needs and a seamless payment experience.
Closest airports
London Southend Airport
24miLondon Stansted Airport
29.2miLondon City Airport
45.6miLuton Airport
54.9miNorwich International Airport
56.5miFree parking
Free wifi
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Room service
Wheelchair accessible
Business center
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Private Bathroom
Parking On Site
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Standard, 1 Bed
130 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Providing free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The single room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Poster, 1 King
195 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard, 2 Twin
1 Twin Bed
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Executive, 1 Double
205 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Superior, 1 Bed
205 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Family, Single
205 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The triple room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.
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Superior, Single
205 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Featuring free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The triple room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Poster Canopy, Double
1 Double Bed
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Superior, Twin
1 Twin Bed
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Executive, 2 Single
2 Twin Beds
205 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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1 Twin Bed
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Standard, Double
1 Double Bed
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Superior
1 Double Bed
205 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Indulge in our spacious and stylish Superior Double Room, with its comfortable double bed and modern amenities including a private bathroom, bathtub, flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee maker. Perfect for a relaxing stay for two.
Superior Family, Double
1 Double Bed
1 Twin Bed
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Superior, 2 Single
2 Twin Beds
205 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Family, Double
1 Double Bed
1 Twin Bed
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Executive, Double
1 Double Bed
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
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Executive, Twin
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Poster
1 King Size Bed
195 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
Free toiletries
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Indulge in luxury and comfort in our Four Poster Room, featuring a spacious 194 sqft of pure relaxation. Unwind in the king size bed or enjoy the modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and complimentary toiletries. No smoking allowed.
Executive, 2 Twin
1 Twin Bed
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Family, Twin
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Breakfast
Featured reviews:
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Colin
8.2
8.2
It’s a lovely 14th Century building with full of character, despite our room was in the extended part, otherwise a nice experience to have breakfast in the old part of the building.
No evening meals provided. I do not agree with their policy to remove evening meals despite their reason for doing so due to demand for eating elsewhere BUT close by there were hardly any places where we could get decent meals close by unless having to go to the city centre. There were only Chinese and Indian takeaways in the surrounding area but there is one restaurant but very expensive.
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David
8.2
8.2
Good size room very clean and plenty of room for storing your clothes. The breakfast was excellent with good choice of food and the staff were very helpful and efficient. Good size car park, we have stayed here before and would recommend it.
The bathroom was very disappointing, the toilet was too close to the radiator so you could not sit on it without banging your knees. The shower was difficult to use, you couldn't regulate it properly...you got freezing water before the hot water came through.I would not recommend room 218 just because of the bathroom problems.
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Michael
8.2
8.2
Loved the room and the facilities it offered. Plenty of tea/coffee for us in the room. Iron and ironing board as expected. Absolute bonus was the fan tucked in the wardrobe which we used as the day was very hot. We were there for a wedding and the food provided after the ceremony was delicious and the evening buffet...spectacular, so much so we took a plateful for a midnight feast ; ) Cannot comment on the breakfast as we booked a room without that option.
The ONLY thing we didn't like were the bar prices...OUCH!
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Alisa
10
10
We liked the hotel! We have stayed there for three times. The check-in procedure was smooth and accessing an on-site parking was easy. The beautifully designed hotel is situated in a historic building. The hotel is conveniently located between the city centre and the University. Spacious rooms were equipped with all the necessary facilities. We especially liked the scrambled eggs with smoked salmon for our breakfast, which we ordered additionally from the menu. We also tried the delicious fish and chips at the hotel's restaurant. We are very grateful to the friendly staff who helped us with our queries!
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Corrina
10
10
I liked the hotel and the comfort. The member of staff who we spoke to was amazing, he was very helpful and a friendly face
The options for a hot drink considering the price was sparse. Room service was not available. We also arrived on an evening they held Xmas parties, the noise was not the problem, it was the parking. I feel the customers who were staying should get first choice to park on site because we may have children, luggage etc, unless they are registered disabled. I was told the parties were informed on parking just off site but this was not followed unfortunately.
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Marianne
10
10
Staff were so friendly, but I have to say I think you should have a front of house person organising seating and breakfast Orders. Your staff were btw excellent but, maybe have the people that serve allocated a certain amount of tables so it’s not too much on them.My husband and I waited quite some time too order breakfast,we were sat At the back of the of the room. Other people came after us but were served before us. Would we stay here again, absolutely we loved it! Thank you
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Ilona
9.1
9.1
The breakfast was lovely. Unfortunately the restaurant was closed during our stay. The people at reception and housekeeping where super friendly and always happy to answer questions.
The old building obviously is a bit sound sensitive, which wasn't an issue during the first night, however during the second night we had a very loud couple staying above up and awake most of the night. Reception handled this delicately and managed to move us to another room for the last night.
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Kevin
9.1
9.1
We stayed here to attend a 30th Party in the city. We had a standard room, it was quite small but very cosy and well appointed with a hairdryer, a fan, an ironing board and iron and tea & coffee making facilities (which they didn't scrimp on which is good). The room had old beams in the ceiling/walls etc which we absolutely love. The bathroom was lovely and roomy and decorated in a fresh and modern style. They supply towels and shampoo, soap and shower/bath gel. We didn't have breakfast. It is a lovely hotel and we love the fact that it is around 700 years old. We've stayed here before and I would definitely stay here again.
It was a comfortable stay but if I had to give constructive criticism it may be that they could do with putting a little tea towel in the room, so you can wash/wipe up your mugs for your next cuppa. Also, this was just a personal preference and probably wouldn't bother most people, but the shower head is fixed up high and if you are short (like my wife) it tends to pour over your head which makes her feel a little panicky/claustrophobic. You can, however, angle the tilt of the shower head slightly and step back a little and so she got around it. The room was quite hot (it was a very mild night) and so I was very glad of the fan that they had supplied - that kept us nice and cool.
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Adrian
10
10
We had a family function here, and I also stayed overnight and everything was excellent. Staff lovely, also, atmosphere was great as there was a whole load of wedding guests staying as well. Only 10 mins walk to centre of town. Love the history of the place (400 years old). I met a local historian there and parts of the building were used as stables.
I wish the bar was open in the basement- it’s called the prison bar! No food served during Jan 2023. Maybe it would be nice to have a better selection of ales in the bar?
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✨rob
8.2
8.2
Cosy, comfortable hotel with period features within walking distance of the historic centre Colchester. Well appointed rooms. All the staff were welcoming and provided very good levels of customer service. Bar open in the evening. The breakfast was delicious. Car park on site was a little tight in places, but there was always a space available. Would definitely visit again.
There was nothing I did not like
Attractions
Harwich International Port
14.9miLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
29miAttractions
Harwich International Port
14.9miLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
29miAirports
London Southend Airport
24miLondon Stansted Airport
29.2miLondon City Airport
45.6miLuton Airport
54.9miNorwich International Airport
56.5miFree parking
Free wifi
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Room service
Wheelchair accessible
Business center
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Private Bathroom
Parking On Site
Accessibility
Bathroom emergency cord
Entire unit located on ground floor
Toilet with grab rails
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Golf course
Live music/Performance
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Food & Drink
Bar
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Express check-in/out
Private check-in/out
General
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Ironing facilities
Laptop size safe
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Living Area
Desk
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Parking
Free parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Mobile app for room service
Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Room Amenities
Fan
Fold-up bed
Iron
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
Services
Wake-up service
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
From
$123Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restrictions
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 1 years
2 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child per day
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per person per day
The price in GBP has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash
JCB,
American Express,
Mastercard,
Visa
This property does not accept cash.
At what times are check-in and check-out at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?
Planning to stay at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel? Kindly note that you can check in after 02:00 PM and before 11:00 AM is when you'll need to check out.
Does Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel offer complimentary parking?
Yes, there is parking available at the Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel. The parking is free and located on site. It is a public parking area, and no reservation is required.
What are the rates at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel's room rates start around $123. Rates, however, may vary depending on room choices and stay period. Please provide your dates for real-time prices.
What types of rooms does Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel offer?
The hotel offers a variety of room types including Superior Double Rooms, Executive Twin Rooms, Superior Twin Rooms, Four Poster Rooms, and Superior Double Rooms with a Single Bed. All rooms have a size of 205 sqft. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The occupancy ranges from 2 adults in the Double and Twin rooms to 3 adults in the Triple room. The beds in the rooms include Double beds, Twin beds, and a King-size bed.
How can guests spend their time at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?
Guests at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel have a variety of leisure amenities at their disposal. They can spend their time playing golf at the hotel's own golf course. The hotel also offers live music and performances, providing entertainment options for guests. Additionally, guests can relax and unwind at the hotel's bar, enjoying a drink or socializing with fellow guests. For those who need to stay connected or get some work done, the hotel has a business center equipped with modern facilities. These leisure amenities provide guests with opportunities for relaxation, entertainment, and socializing during their stay at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel.
Can I use my credit card at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?
Yes, you can use your credit card at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel. Cash payments are not accepted. Accepted credit cards include JCB, American Express, Mastercard, and Visa.
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