The George Hotel Colchester
US$127
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$127
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The George Hotel Colchester average US$100 in the cheapest month (April) and US$140 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$102 |
| February | US$102 |
| March | US$108 |
| April | US$100 |
| May | US$106 |
| June | US$116 |
| July | US$120 |
| August | US$140 |
| September | US$127 |
| October | US$116 |
| November | US$106 |
| December | US$110 |
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Cheapest: April (~US$100)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at Cafe George, a café which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 47 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and separate sitting areas.
Location
With a stay at The George of Colchester in Colchester (Dutch Quarter), you'll be steps from Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Castle Museum. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Colchester Castle Park and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Colchester Natural History Museum.
What's nearby
Xtreme Gaming(0.1 Miles)
Colchester Castle Museum(0.1 Miles)
Colchester Town Hall(0.1 Miles)
Colchester Castle Park(0.1 Miles)
Colchester Natural History Museum(0.1 Miles)
Lion Walk Church(0.1 Miles)
The Minories Galleries(0.2 Miles)
Firstsite(0.2 Miles)
Hollytrees Museum(0.2 Miles)
Colchester Visitor Information Centre(0.2 Miles)
Jumbo Water Tower(0.3 Miles)
Colchester Arts Centre(0.3 Miles)
Mercury Theatre(0.3 Miles)
Headgate Theatre(0.4 Miles)
Colchester Leisure World(0.7 Miles)
London (SEN-Southend)(42 Miles)
Stansted Airport (STN)(34.2 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Dry cleaning
Banquet facilities
Location
116 High Street, Dutch Quarter, Colchester, England, United Kingdom
Xtreme Gaming (0.1 Miles)
Colchester Castle Museum (0.1 Miles)
Colchester Town Hall (0.1 Miles)
Colchester Castle Park (0.1 Miles)
Colchester Natural History Museum (0.1 Miles)
Lion Walk Church (0.1 Miles)
Guest reviews
8.2
Very good
Based on 1,004 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
27%
Couple
36%
Family
15%
Group
10%
Solo
9%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Travellers describe The George Hotel Colchester as a centrally located, characterful hotel with generally friendly staff, though experiences vary, with some praising excellent breakfasts while others note shortcomings linked to the historic building and busy periods.
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What guests think
Travellers describe The George Hotel Colchester as a centrally located, characterful hotel with generally friendly staff, though experiences vary, with some praising excellent breakfasts while others note shortcomings linked to the historic building and busy periods.
Many appreciate the tasteful decor and comfortable beds. Common drawbacks include street noise in front-facing rooms, paid public parking that can be tricky or limited, steep stairs with no lift, and occasional slow or brusque service when the hotel is busy. Room experiences vary, with some noting cold rooms or limited air conditioning, thin walls, or minor maintenance and housekeeping lapses. Overall, it suits travellers who value charm and location over modern conveniences.
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Facilities
Attractive bar and restaurant spaces are noted. Parking is a paid public car park behind the hotel with limited spaces and tricky access, and the building has no lift with steep staircases.
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Hannah
10 Nov 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Good rooms. Parking is chargeable.
Good rooms. Parking is chargeable.
8
Jenna
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel room and the bar is stunning! But if you have a room overlooking the high street expect some noise especially on a Saturday night. This didn’t impact us as we were up late anyway.
Beautiful hotel room and the bar is stunning! But if you have a room overlooking the high street expect some noise especially on a Saturday night. This didn’t impact us as we were up late anyway.
6
Jonathan
26 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
No lift and lots of stairs. Air con in the room welcome.
No lift and lots of stairs. Air con in the room welcome.
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ALBERT
7 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel. No lift and most rooms on the second floor. Steep staircase. An accident waiting to happen. No air conditioning also. In 2024 at the prices for this hotel it is poor no to have a modern air conditioning units as standard.
Nice hotel. No lift and most rooms on the second floor. Steep staircase. An accident waiting to happen. No air conditioning also. In 2024 at the prices for this hotel it is poor no to have a modern air conditioning units as standard.
6
John
1 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
All aspects very good except; Car parking terrible(no spaces) and cost £9.50 a day. Insufficient staff in bar, so takes 30 minutes to get served.
All aspects very good except; Car parking terrible(no spaces) and cost £9.50 a day. Insufficient staff in bar, so takes 30 minutes to get served.
10
christele
26 Jul 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great rooms and facilities. Loved the decor. Pretty unique. Good choice for breakfast (English and continental). Very clean. Central position (shops/restaurants/castle/ other local tourist attractions). I would definitely book this hotel again if i was visiting Colchester again. The only negative is the small parking (limited spaces) behind the hotel which is public. You have to pay extra (just under £10 for 24 hour) and can't pre-book it.
Great rooms and facilities. Loved the decor. Pretty unique. Good choice for breakfast (English and continental). Very clean. Central position (shops/restaurants/castle/ other local tourist attractions). I would definitely book this hotel again if i was visiting Colchester again. The only negative is the small parking (limited spaces) behind the hotel which is public. You have to pay extra (just under £10 for 24 hour) and can't pre-book it.
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Nigel
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were very good. The carpark took some finding. Do your homework. Not the hotels fault, council have blocked most access roads with bollards.
Staff were very good. The carpark took some finding. Do your homework. Not the hotels fault, council have blocked most access roads with bollards.
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Glan
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was totally unsuitable. The pictures are far too flattering and hide a number of improtantbissues such as steep dangerous stairs.
The hotel was totally unsuitable. The pictures are far too flattering and hide a number of improtantbissues such as steep dangerous stairs.
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Chris
12 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room was modern and clean. TV fitted to the wall in slightly odd position. Food service stopped at 8:30pm and the numerous instructions re parking didn't seem to make parking any easier, ended up with long walk up the hill to hotel and £10+ spent on parking.
Room was modern and clean. TV fitted to the wall in slightly odd position. Food service stopped at 8:30pm and the numerous instructions re parking didn't seem to make parking any easier, ended up with long walk up the hill to hotel and £10+ spent on parking.
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Shaun
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed for one night and had a great experience overall. The hotel has an impressive reception area, along with a stylish bar and restaurant. The room was very spacious and spotless. The corridor could get a bit noisy at times with guests returning from nights out, but that’s to be expected. We stayed during a heatwave, so air conditioning would’ve been a bonus, but it wasn’t a major issue.
Stayed for one night and had a great experience overall. The hotel has an impressive reception area, along with a stylish bar and restaurant. The room was very spacious and spotless. The corridor could get a bit noisy at times with guests returning from nights out, but that’s to be expected. We stayed during a heatwave, so air conditioning would’ve been a bonus, but it wasn’t a major issue.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are generally very clean and well presented. A few guests reported lapses such as missing towels or minor maintenance issues.
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Poppy
3 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Just stay for a night, because we have early morning appointments. New room look very nice and clean
Just stay for a night, because we have early morning appointments. New room look very nice and clean
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Craig
2 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was an amazing stay , had my Christmas funftion the Friday night when i came to shower the Saturday morning there was no Bath towels innthe room.
Was an amazing stay , had my Christmas funftion the Friday night when i came to shower the Saturday morning there was no Bath towels innthe room.
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Melanie
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It’s was and is a great hotel. Very clean great friendly staff and great location. My only qualm was I was in room 310 it’s in the eves of the building and the stairs are narrow and steep. If I was carry more than a few extra pounds or a big bag or suitcase I’d have struggled. As it was after a few wines I went up with great care. Beware of room 310 bonus was its huge.
It’s was and is a great hotel. Very clean great friendly staff and great location. My only qualm was I was in room 310 it’s in the eves of the building and the stairs are narrow and steep. If I was carry more than a few extra pounds or a big bag or suitcase I’d have struggled. As it was after a few wines I went up with great care. Beware of room 310 bonus was its huge.
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christele
26 Jul 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great rooms and facilities. Loved the decor. Pretty unique. Good choice for breakfast (English and continental). Very clean. Central position (shops/restaurants/castle/ other local tourist attractions). I would definitely book this hotel again if i was visiting Colchester again. The only negative is the small parking (limited spaces) behind the hotel which is public. You have to pay extra (just under £10 for 24 hour) and can't pre-book it.
Great rooms and facilities. Loved the decor. Pretty unique. Good choice for breakfast (English and continental). Very clean. Central position (shops/restaurants/castle/ other local tourist attractions). I would definitely book this hotel again if i was visiting Colchester again. The only negative is the small parking (limited spaces) behind the hotel which is public. You have to pay extra (just under £10 for 24 hour) and can't pre-book it.
10
Rebecca
8 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel. We stayed only for one night but the room was lovely and cosy, beautiful old beams but clean and modern bathroom as well. Bed was super comfy. Didn't stay for breakfast as was a flying visit but it was reasonably priced (£12) so would try it if we stay again! A little noisy in the morning as you can hear doors slamming but nothing that bothered us, no noise at night that we heard! We also had a few pints in the pub in the evening which was lovely, didn't eat there but the food looked great! Parking was £12 behind the hotel for 24 hours, not that easy to find but safe when you get there. Overall, would recommend.
Lovely hotel. We stayed only for one night but the room was lovely and cosy, beautiful old beams but clean and modern bathroom as well. Bed was super comfy. Didn't stay for breakfast as was a flying visit but it was reasonably priced (£12) so would try it if we stay again! A little noisy in the morning as you can hear doors slamming but nothing that bothered us, no noise at night that we heard! We also had a few pints in the pub in the evening which was lovely, didn't eat there but the food looked great! Parking was £12 behind the hotel for 24 hours, not that easy to find but safe when you get there. Overall, would recommend.
10
Paul
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room, very clean
Great room, very clean
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Maria
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent stay again. Staff very friendly. Lovely food. The hotel was really busy as they had two weddings during our stay. The cleanliness however was not up to its previous standard.
Excellent stay again. Staff very friendly. Lovely food. The hotel was really busy as they had two weddings during our stay. The cleanliness however was not up to its previous standard.
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Caroline
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice clean room
Very nice clean room
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Paul
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a fantastic Hotel , with great decor , ideally positioned in the heart of Colchester , great staff and delicious breakfast .. only criticism was that I had a sleepless night , Due to an issue with the toilet in our room that meant the water was constantly noisily running into the toilet and couldn’t be used , I mentioned this to a staff member who said it was usually an easy fix by pressing the flusher a few times ( which would indicate it’s an ongoing issue with the toilets ) and when she tried this and it didn’t work I was told that maintenance would have to look at it on Monday .. not much use to me when I only stayed on the Saturday night ! So having a sleepless night took the shine off an otherwise great Hotel
What a fantastic Hotel , with great decor , ideally positioned in the heart of Colchester , great staff and delicious breakfast .. only criticism was that I had a sleepless night , Due to an issue with the toilet in our room that meant the water was constantly noisily running into the toilet and couldn’t be used , I mentioned this to a staff member who said it was usually an easy fix by pressing the flusher a few times ( which would indicate it’s an ongoing issue with the toilets ) and when she tried this and it didn’t work I was told that maintenance would have to look at it on Monday .. not much use to me when I only stayed on the Saturday night ! So having a sleepless night took the shine off an otherwise great Hotel
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Shaun
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed for one night and had a great experience overall. The hotel has an impressive reception area, along with a stylish bar and restaurant. The room was very spacious and spotless. The corridor could get a bit noisy at times with guests returning from nights out, but that’s to be expected. We stayed during a heatwave, so air conditioning would’ve been a bonus, but it wasn’t a major issue.
Stayed for one night and had a great experience overall. The hotel has an impressive reception area, along with a stylish bar and restaurant. The room was very spacious and spotless. The corridor could get a bit noisy at times with guests returning from nights out, but that’s to be expected. We stayed during a heatwave, so air conditioning would’ve been a bonus, but it wasn’t a major issue.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and well designed, with some spacious options. Front-facing rooms can be noisy, temperature control varies (some have A/C, others don’t), and a few mention thin walls or dim lighting.
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Maria
6 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellently situated on the high street. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room and facilities were ideal. My only criticism of the room is that the lighting could have been better. There were lots of lamps but they did not give enough light.
Excellently situated on the high street. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room and facilities were ideal. My only criticism of the room is that the lighting could have been better. There were lots of lamps but they did not give enough light.
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Kathleen
6 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Double glazing is needed at the front of the property. I realise this is probably a listed building but extra sliding glass could be fitted. It was so noisy outside that even wearing ear plugs I got very little sleep.
Double glazing is needed at the front of the property. I realise this is probably a listed building but extra sliding glass could be fitted. It was so noisy outside that even wearing ear plugs I got very little sleep.
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Laura
25 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great one night stay in a suite (free upgrade which was nice). Rooms lovely and clean. Breakfast was nice although coffee wasn’t great. The coffee in the room was lovely though. Really nice shampoo etc but the sachets aren’t very user friendly - would prefer refillable pumps to keep it eco friendly. Friendly staff on the reception desk. There is noise from outside crowds at night if staying in a front of hotel room but it wasn’t so bad that I wouldn’t stay again. Really enjoyed our stay.
Great one night stay in a suite (free upgrade which was nice). Rooms lovely and clean. Breakfast was nice although coffee wasn’t great. The coffee in the room was lovely though. Really nice shampoo etc but the sachets aren’t very user friendly - would prefer refillable pumps to keep it eco friendly. Friendly staff on the reception desk. There is noise from outside crowds at night if staying in a front of hotel room but it wasn’t so bad that I wouldn’t stay again. Really enjoyed our stay.
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ALBERT
7 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel. No lift and most rooms on the second floor. Steep staircase. An accident waiting to happen. No air conditioning also. In 2024 at the prices for this hotel it is poor no to have a modern air conditioning units as standard.
Nice hotel. No lift and most rooms on the second floor. Steep staircase. An accident waiting to happen. No air conditioning also. In 2024 at the prices for this hotel it is poor no to have a modern air conditioning units as standard.
10
Noni
9 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room Well equipped and comfortable My stay was short because of my schedule, but if I am in the area again I would choose to stay at the same place Parking is a public lot right behind the hotel Hotel is right in the centre of town Staff were very helpful over the phone and gave instructions and useful information which assisted me getting where I needed to be in time
Lovely room Well equipped and comfortable My stay was short because of my schedule, but if I am in the area again I would choose to stay at the same place Parking is a public lot right behind the hotel Hotel is right in the centre of town Staff were very helpful over the phone and gave instructions and useful information which assisted me getting where I needed to be in time
10
Carol
6 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great nights sleep in a comfortable room.
Great nights sleep in a comfortable room.
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Karen
2 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel. The rooms have been upgraded to a very high standard. Very tasteful. Only negative is that the walls are very thin so we could hear conversations next door but because of the age of the building that’s to be expected.
Beautiful hotel. The rooms have been upgraded to a very high standard. Very tasteful. Only negative is that the walls are very thin so we could hear conversations next door but because of the age of the building that’s to be expected.
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Lucy
20 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was lovely and the hotel is great but my room was very cold.
Room was lovely and the hotel is great but my room was very cold.
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Graciela Monica
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It is a beautiful hotel, food is great and the people that work there are very nice, We have the fortune to have a room with air conditioning, so if you go on summer time make sure you ask for one.
It is a beautiful hotel, food is great and the people that work there are very nice, We have the fortune to have a room with air conditioning, so if you go on summer time make sure you ask for one.
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Shaun
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed for one night and had a great experience overall. The hotel has an impressive reception area, along with a stylish bar and restaurant. The room was very spacious and spotless. The corridor could get a bit noisy at times with guests returning from nights out, but that’s to be expected. We stayed during a heatwave, so air conditioning would’ve been a bonus, but it wasn’t a major issue.
Stayed for one night and had a great experience overall. The hotel has an impressive reception area, along with a stylish bar and restaurant. The room was very spacious and spotless. The corridor could get a bit noisy at times with guests returning from nights out, but that’s to be expected. We stayed during a heatwave, so air conditioning would’ve been a bonus, but it wasn’t a major issue.
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Service
Staff are often friendly and helpful. However, several reviews mention slow breakfast/bar service, occasional abruptness, and strain at busy times.
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Emma
29 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely comfortable rooms. Long wait to be served breakfast!
Lovely comfortable rooms. Long wait to be served breakfast!
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Patrick
30 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Good location, clean room, only complaint service at breakfast was slow
Good location, clean room, only complaint service at breakfast was slow
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Kevin
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
In my opinion, The George has seriously gone down hill. Very poor service. Breakfast average. If you are a smoker, you now have to go outside the front of hotel, they have stopped it in their garden area. I woke in night. Went down. Night porters kissing and socialising up with young girls. I was told to go outside in street for ciggie and the door was shut and locked. Dogends everywhere, broken glass and was approached by many drunks. Pouring with rain and nowhere to sit. Took cups from room in morning down with coffee and staff in diner refused to take them at breakfast, we were told to take them back to room. Staff very miserable and quite rude. Room ok and bed comfortable, but teo hairdryers in room, none worked. Called reception to change and no answer twice. Had to go down to get replacement ourselves and they said they were Breakfast average, not hot and too busy to answer phone, but they knew we called.
In my opinion, The George has seriously gone down hill. Very poor service. Breakfast average. If you are a smoker, you now have to go outside the front of hotel, they have stopped it in their garden area. I woke in night. Went down. Night porters kissing and socialising up with young girls. I was told to go outside in street for ciggie and the door was shut and locked. Dogends everywhere, broken glass and was approached by many drunks. Pouring with rain and nowhere to sit. Took cups from room in morning down with coffee and staff in diner refused to take them at breakfast, we were told to take them back to room. Staff very miserable and quite rude. Room ok and bed comfortable, but teo hairdryers in room, none worked. Called reception to change and no answer twice. Had to go down to get replacement ourselves and they said they were Breakfast average, not hot and too busy to answer phone, but they knew we called.
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Tomas
11 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice room, friendly staff, great location. Food was great.
Nice room, friendly staff, great location. Food was great.
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Maria
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent room and meal in the restaurant. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was extremely busy with Christmas parties which meant we weren’t able to find a seat for a drink. Apart from this, the hotel didn’t disappoint.
Excellent room and meal in the restaurant. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was extremely busy with Christmas parties which meant we weren’t able to find a seat for a drink. Apart from this, the hotel didn’t disappoint.
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David
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely old property, lots of character and charm. Staff are friendly and welcoming, some I feel are under pressure from senior management, It feels like they are short staffed. Which adds pressure to the rest. But they cope with a smile. Be nice to see more staff which would definitely increase the customer experience and enjoyment. Word of mouth is the biggest compliment to any business. Thank you to all the staff on the front line.
Lovely old property, lots of character and charm. Staff are friendly and welcoming, some I feel are under pressure from senior management, It feels like they are short staffed. Which adds pressure to the rest. But they cope with a smile. Be nice to see more staff which would definitely increase the customer experience and enjoyment. Word of mouth is the biggest compliment to any business. Thank you to all the staff on the front line.
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Noni
9 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room Well equipped and comfortable My stay was short because of my schedule, but if I am in the area again I would choose to stay at the same place Parking is a public lot right behind the hotel Hotel is right in the centre of town Staff were very helpful over the phone and gave instructions and useful information which assisted me getting where I needed to be in time
Lovely room Well equipped and comfortable My stay was short because of my schedule, but if I am in the area again I would choose to stay at the same place Parking is a public lot right behind the hotel Hotel is right in the centre of town Staff were very helpful over the phone and gave instructions and useful information which assisted me getting where I needed to be in time
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Maria
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent stay again. Staff very friendly. Lovely food. The hotel was really busy as they had two weddings during our stay. The cleanliness however was not up to its previous standard.
Excellent stay again. Staff very friendly. Lovely food. The hotel was really busy as they had two weddings during our stay. The cleanliness however was not up to its previous standard.
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Andrew
1 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Check in check out was excellent. Room clean and warm. Overall a good stay. One issue. It was NYE. We were meeting other hotel guests in the bar before going elsewhere for dinner and to another venue for the NYE celebrations. Your bar staff were abrupt to the point of rudeness in telling us that we had to drink up and leave by 1700. Other patrons were unceremoniously herded out. As we were all guests, we objected and the bar manager slapped down paper coffee cups and ordered us to decant our drinks into them so they could wash our glasses for the evening. We refused and left once we had finished. The drinks are extortionately priced as though you are in London not Colchester. We should have been left alone to enjoy them. Your staff need better people skills. It left a bad impression.
Check in check out was excellent. Room clean and warm. Overall a good stay. One issue. It was NYE. We were meeting other hotel guests in the bar before going elsewhere for dinner and to another venue for the NYE celebrations. Your bar staff were abrupt to the point of rudeness in telling us that we had to drink up and leave by 1700. Other patrons were unceremoniously herded out. As we were all guests, we objected and the bar manager slapped down paper coffee cups and ordered us to decant our drinks into them so they could wash our glasses for the evening. We refused and left once we had finished. The drinks are extortionately priced as though you are in London not Colchester. We should have been left alone to enjoy them. Your staff need better people skills. It left a bad impression.
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ian
18 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotel great staff very friendly and helpful
Excellent hotel great staff very friendly and helpful
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Location
Right on the High Street near the castle and galleries, making it easy to walk around Colchester. Street noise can affect front rooms, particularly on weekend nights.
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Carolyn
12 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Located in great position in the heart of town.
Located in great position in the heart of town.
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Kathleen
6 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Double glazing is needed at the front of the property. I realise this is probably a listed building but extra sliding glass could be fitted. It was so noisy outside that even wearing ear plugs I got very little sleep.
Double glazing is needed at the front of the property. I realise this is probably a listed building but extra sliding glass could be fitted. It was so noisy outside that even wearing ear plugs I got very little sleep.
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Rodrigo
4 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
As central as it gets. Walking distance to everything in Colchester. Very friendly staff. Clean.
As central as it gets. Walking distance to everything in Colchester. Very friendly staff. Clean.
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les
1 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good location
Good location
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CHING SUNG
12 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
good location, friendly staff, smart TV and high speed wifi.
good location, friendly staff, smart TV and high speed wifi.
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Jenna
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel room and the bar is stunning! But if you have a room overlooking the high street expect some noise especially on a Saturday night. This didn’t impact us as we were up late anyway.
Beautiful hotel room and the bar is stunning! But if you have a room overlooking the high street expect some noise especially on a Saturday night. This didn’t impact us as we were up late anyway.
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Martin
4 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good central location
Good central location
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Stephen
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay on high street
Great place to stay on high street
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Noni
9 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room Well equipped and comfortable My stay was short because of my schedule, but if I am in the area again I would choose to stay at the same place Parking is a public lot right behind the hotel Hotel is right in the centre of town Staff were very helpful over the phone and gave instructions and useful information which assisted me getting where I needed to be in time
Lovely room Well equipped and comfortable My stay was short because of my schedule, but if I am in the area again I would choose to stay at the same place Parking is a public lot right behind the hotel Hotel is right in the centre of town Staff were very helpful over the phone and gave instructions and useful information which assisted me getting where I needed to be in time
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Richard
24 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The George is situated on the High Street in Colchester near the Castle and the art galleries - Firstsite and The Minories. Breakfast was excellent.
The George is situated on the High Street in Colchester near the Castle and the art galleries - Firstsite and The Minories. Breakfast was excellent.
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Dining
Breakfast and meals receive frequent praise for taste. Some guests experienced overcooked items, slow breakfast service, limited evening service hours, or crowded bar areas.
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Paul
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast seemed overcooked, deep fried and eggs tasted of vinegar. This was the only poor experience.
Breakfast seemed overcooked, deep fried and eggs tasted of vinegar. This was the only poor experience.
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Sam
16 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Didn’t have the greatest stay here. We upgraded to a suite and expected a bit more for what we had paid- it was a treat for us but didn’t really feel that special. We upgraded to a suite, which was great space, but was cold, felt unused and unloved. No shampoo/shower gel in the freezing cold bathroom. Understandably an old building- but the windows have no insulation or sound proofing and being on the high street this needs to be improved for warmth and noise pollution. So a noisy and cold room. Reception did try to improve the heat when we went out. Breakfast in the morning was dreadful. Service and standards were very poor. Tea and coffee but no cups, having to ask for cups, then milk, not given menus but asking what we wanted to order- then no cutlery and things missing off of the plate. Just all in all a very disappointing experience here- and not a cheap stay. Maybe staying at the back of the hotel would improve the noise early in the morning for future guests but it’s not somewhere I would recommend to friends
Didn’t have the greatest stay here. We upgraded to a suite and expected a bit more for what we had paid- it was a treat for us but didn’t really feel that special. We upgraded to a suite, which was great space, but was cold, felt unused and unloved. No shampoo/shower gel in the freezing cold bathroom. Understandably an old building- but the windows have no insulation or sound proofing and being on the high street this needs to be improved for warmth and noise pollution. So a noisy and cold room. Reception did try to improve the heat when we went out. Breakfast in the morning was dreadful. Service and standards were very poor. Tea and coffee but no cups, having to ask for cups, then milk, not given menus but asking what we wanted to order- then no cutlery and things missing off of the plate. Just all in all a very disappointing experience here- and not a cheap stay. Maybe staying at the back of the hotel would improve the noise early in the morning for future guests but it’s not somewhere I would recommend to friends
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Emma
29 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely comfortable rooms. Long wait to be served breakfast!
Lovely comfortable rooms. Long wait to be served breakfast!
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Tomas
11 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice room, friendly staff, great location. Food was great.
Nice room, friendly staff, great location. Food was great.
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Rob
22 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great breakfast. Great service. Very comfortable bed.
Great breakfast. Great service. Very comfortable bed.
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Fiona
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was a beautiful property with history. The staff were amazing and the breakfast delicious… highly recommend
It was a beautiful property with history. The staff were amazing and the breakfast delicious… highly recommend
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Ruth
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I loved the ancientness of the building; the bed was really comfy and the breakfast was excellent.
I loved the ancientness of the building; the bed was really comfy and the breakfast was excellent.
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Claire
15 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff. Excellent decor, comfort, smell. Lovely full English breakfast.
Friendly staff. Excellent decor, comfort, smell. Lovely full English breakfast.
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Chris
12 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room was modern and clean. TV fitted to the wall in slightly odd position. Food service stopped at 8:30pm and the numerous instructions re parking didn't seem to make parking any easier, ended up with long walk up the hill to hotel and £10+ spent on parking.
Room was modern and clean. TV fitted to the wall in slightly odd position. Food service stopped at 8:30pm and the numerous instructions re parking didn't seem to make parking any easier, ended up with long walk up the hill to hotel and £10+ spent on parking.
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Richard
24 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The George is situated on the High Street in Colchester near the Castle and the art galleries - Firstsite and The Minories. Breakfast was excellent.
The George is situated on the High Street in Colchester near the Castle and the art galleries - Firstsite and The Minories. Breakfast was excellent.
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Kelly
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Good welcome and pleasantly surprised by the decor and overall appearance. Room was spacious, clean and had air con. Result! Restaurant had a good choice and the food was great. Top breakfast. Will definitely stay again.
Good welcome and pleasantly surprised by the decor and overall appearance. Room was spacious, clean and had air con. Result! Restaurant had a good choice and the food was great. Top breakfast. Will definitely stay again.
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Rachel
29 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
It was a fantastic experience and I cannot recommend this hotel enough! The staff bent over backwards to help me and my young son out and we even ended up staying an extra two nights, because we couldn’t bear to leave! Cannot recommend this hotel enough! Thank you The George, we’ll be back soon!
It was a fantastic experience and I cannot recommend this hotel enough! The staff bent over backwards to help me and my young son out and we even ended up staying an extra two nights, because we couldn’t bear to leave! Cannot recommend this hotel enough! Thank you The George, we’ll be back soon!
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Rachel
19 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A charming, old and characterful hotel in the heart of Colchester.
A charming, old and characterful hotel in the heart of Colchester.
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David
21 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This was an excellent and comfortable option in the heart of Colchester. The room benefited from air con on such a hot weekend and we were in a quiet part of the hotel. Breakfast was cooked to order - my other half would have liked a fresh fruit salad (a basked of fruit was provided, to be fair). Unfortunately the WiFi was patchy throughout the building, not just in our room. If I’d had to do work it would have been impossible. We certainly couldn’t have watched a film online. If this could be sorted I’d say the hotel was worth 5 stars.
This was an excellent and comfortable option in the heart of Colchester. The room benefited from air con on such a hot weekend and we were in a quiet part of the hotel. Breakfast was cooked to order - my other half would have liked a fresh fruit salad (a basked of fruit was provided, to be fair). Unfortunately the WiFi was patchy throughout the building, not just in our room. If I’d had to do work it would have been impossible. We certainly couldn’t have watched a film online. If this could be sorted I’d say the hotel was worth 5 stars.
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Rob
30 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A joy to stay there. I love The George.
A joy to stay there. I love The George.
FAQs about The George Hotel Colchester
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available on-site, but it is limited. There is a fee of GBP 12.00 per day for uncovered self-parking. Reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
An English breakfast is offered for a fee of approximately GBP 12 per person. Breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
The standard check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but guests should contact the property directly for details.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details regarding accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Colchester's Dutch Quarter, just 0.1 miles from Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Castle Museum. It is also close to Colchester Castle Park and Colchester Natural History Museum, both within 0.2 miles.
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- 2026-09-06: 103.3646USD
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- 2026-09-10: 120.82438362884521USD
- 2026-09-11: 129.1001738204956USD
- 2026-09-12: 176.30794887695313USD
- 2026-09-13: 95.61843627929687USD
- 2026-09-14: 105.89847261199951USD
- 2026-09-15: 104.40521872406006USD
- 2026-09-16: 104.23250442352295USD
- 2026-09-17: 104.0382052658081USD
- 2026-09-18: 103.3646USD
- 2026-09-19: 135.8838USD
- 2026-09-20: 95.61843627929687USD
- 2026-09-21: 104.23250442352295USD
- 2026-09-22: 104.0382052658081USD
- 2026-09-23: 104.23250442352295USD
- 2026-09-24: 104.40521872406006USD
- 2026-09-25: 103.3646USD
- 2026-09-26: 135.8838USD
- 2026-09-27: 95.96385601959228USD
- 2026-09-28: 108.66684573516845USD
- 2026-09-29: 104.23250442352295USD
- 2026-09-30: 104.23250442352295USD
- 2026-10-01: 104.0382052658081USD
- 2026-10-02: 103.3646USD
- 2026-10-03: 169.00601144104004USD
- 2026-10-04: 95.61843627929687USD
- 2026-10-05: 92.76865918121338USD
- 2026-10-06: 104.0382052658081USD
- 2026-10-07: 95.61843627929687USD
- 2026-10-08: 95.86670644073486USD
- 2026-10-09: 145.2195519958496USD
- 2026-10-10: 132.73021337890626USD
- 2026-10-11: 94.21512815704345USD
- 2026-10-12: 97.47509728851318USD
- 2026-10-13: 104.0382052658081USD
- 2026-10-14: 95.96385601959228USD
- 2026-10-15: 95.96385601959228USD
- 2026-10-16: 103.3646USD
- 2026-10-17: 105.35513851623536USD
- 2026-10-18: 95.96385601959228USD
- 2026-10-19: 95.96385601959228USD
- 2026-10-20: 97.80972460021972USD
- 2026-10-21: 95.61843627929687USD
- 2026-10-22: 95.61843627929687USD
- 2026-10-23: 103.3646USD
- 2026-10-24: 106.8488USD
- 2026-10-25: 94.21512815704345USD
- 2026-10-26: 97.47509728851318USD
- 2026-10-27: 95.61843627929687USD
- 2026-10-28: 95.61843627929687USD
- 2026-10-29: 95.96385601959228USD
- 2026-10-30: 103.3646USD
- 2026-10-31: 113.8172USD
- 2026-11-01: 95.96385601959228USD
- 2026-11-02: 95.61843627929687USD
- 2026-11-03: 99.07269570770264USD
- 2026-11-04: 104.23250442352295USD
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests should contact the property directly for check-in and check-out details, using information contained in the booking confirmation.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 per person
- Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 12.00 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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