St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
US$91
/ night
Avg. for October
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US$91
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at St Nicholas Hotel Colchester average US$70 in the cheapest month (March) and US$93 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$77 |
| February | US$76 |
| March | US$70 |
| April | US$72 |
| May | US$72 |
| June | US$81 |
| July | US$93 |
| August | US$91 |
| September | US$76 |
| October | US$91 |
| November | US$84 |
| December | US$86 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$93)
Cheapest: March (~US$70)
About this property
Centrally located hotel in Colchester with express check-in and close proximity to Colchester Castle Museum.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
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
Stay in one of 44 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. 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 desks and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at St Nicholas Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Colchester, steps from Colchester Castle Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Mercury Theatre. This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from University of Essex and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Colchester Zoo.
What's nearby
Xtreme Gaming(0.1 Miles)
Colchester Castle Museum(0.1 Miles)
Colchester Castle Park(0.1 Miles)
Colchester Natural History Museum(0.1 Miles)
The Minories Galleries(0.1 Miles)
Colchester Visitor Information Centre(0.1 Miles)
Hollytrees Museum(0.1 Miles)
Colchester Town Hall(0.2 Miles)
Lion Walk Church(0.2 Miles)
Firstsite(0.2 Miles)
Jumbo Water Tower(0.4 Miles)
Headgate Theatre(0.4 Miles)
Colchester Arts Centre(0.4 Miles)
Mercury Theatre(0.4 Miles)
Colchester Leisure World(0.7 Miles)
London (SEN-Southend)(41.9 Miles)
Stansted Airport (STN)(34.1 Miles)
Parking
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Express check-in/check-out
Location
High Street St Nicholas Hotel, England, United Kingdom
Xtreme Gaming (0.1 Miles)
Colchester Castle Museum (0.1 Miles)
Colchester Castle Park (0.1 Miles)
Colchester Natural History Museum (0.1 Miles)
The Minories Galleries (0.1 Miles)
Colchester Visitor Information Centre (0.1 Miles)
Room options
7
Standard Twin Room
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
188 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
16
Standard Double Room
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
188 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
12
Deluxe Twin Room, City View
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
409 ft²
Balcony or PatioHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
7
Family Double Room
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
12
Deluxe Double Room, City View
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
409 ft²
Balcony or PatioHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
Guest reviews of St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
8
Very good
Based on 1,944 verified reviews
What guests think
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Reviews of St Nicholas Hotel Colchester consistently highlight its very central High Street location and generally clean, modern rooms, while also noting significant downsides like late-night street noise and a lack of air conditioning causing uncomfortably warm stays.
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Reviews of St Nicholas Hotel Colchester consistently highlight its very central High Street location and generally clean, modern rooms, while also noting significant downsides like late-night street noise and a lack of air conditioning causing uncomfortably warm stays.
Many guests find staff at the sister property, The George, friendly and check-in straightforward, but some report service hiccups, withdrawn upgrades, or difficulty reaching help when issues arise. Facilities are limited on-site, parking and directions can be tricky, and occasional maintenance or room equipment problems crop up. If you value a walkable base and can tolerate heat or bring earplugs, this can be a practical city-center stay.
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Facilities
On-site amenities are limited; check-in and breakfast operate at The George across the road. Rooms lack air conditioning, parking is small or hard to find, and lift or access arrangements occasionally cause issues; some rooms include balconies.
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Steve
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, facilities in George Hotel a minute walk away.
Great location, facilities in George Hotel a minute walk away.
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Edward
4 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is the sister hotel to The George (where you check in). It’s quite modern and access wise s via key cards with no reception. Rooms clean tidy and decently furnished and spacious. Car park is difficult to access and was full. A cheaper option is the NCP behind Fenwicks a short walk away.
This is the sister hotel to The George (where you check in). It’s quite modern and access wise s via key cards with no reception. Rooms clean tidy and decently furnished and spacious. Car park is difficult to access and was full. A cheaper option is the NCP behind Fenwicks a short walk away.
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Carol
5 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I was very disappointed as I was not given instructions on the day of how ti check in or where to park after calling numerous times I then circled Colchester and as you can imagine for a friday afternoon it’s was busy!! Then find the George to be told not very politely instructions, then asked for a £25 holding fee! Was not told this on booking either. Said we could park further up road. Could not find it so ended up parking 10 min walk away from hotel!! And lugging our bags to hotel. It was advertised as air con in room but just a fan. Was boiling n stuffy. The lift was not working either. This was £107 for the night plus £25. I’d say this was not worth it at all. No where to park or pull over with bags. Was a very stressful experience. Will not be booking here again. Premier inn All the way!!!
I was very disappointed as I was not given instructions on the day of how ti check in or where to park after calling numerous times I then circled Colchester and as you can imagine for a friday afternoon it’s was busy!! Then find the George to be told not very politely instructions, then asked for a £25 holding fee! Was not told this on booking either. Said we could park further up road. Could not find it so ended up parking 10 min walk away from hotel!! And lugging our bags to hotel. It was advertised as air con in room but just a fan. Was boiling n stuffy. The lift was not working either. This was £107 for the night plus £25. I’d say this was not worth it at all. No where to park or pull over with bags. Was a very stressful experience. Will not be booking here again. Premier inn All the way!!!
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Angela
3 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is nice but parking is very difficult as is a very small public car park and difficult to locate with a sat nav. Once arrived at the car park there were no spaces so we ended up parking in an electric car parking space until a space became free, not ideal.
The hotel is nice but parking is very difficult as is a very small public car park and difficult to locate with a sat nav. Once arrived at the car park there were no spaces so we ended up parking in an electric car parking space until a space became free, not ideal.
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Stephen
17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in a very busy part of town, consequently it was noisy late into the morning. Car parking is very difficult to find near by, and the one way system is a pain if you miss your turning.
The hotel is in a very busy part of town, consequently it was noisy late into the morning. Car parking is very difficult to find near by, and the one way system is a pain if you miss your turning.
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carl
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean rooms . Perfect location for the town centre and castle venue . We went to a concert. Downside . No climate control rooms were hot so windows open .. traffic and public noise. Nice balconies. No actual hotel facilities as it is an annex of the George hotel across the street.
Nice clean rooms . Perfect location for the town centre and castle venue . We went to a concert. Downside . No climate control rooms were hot so windows open .. traffic and public noise. Nice balconies. No actual hotel facilities as it is an annex of the George hotel across the street.
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Melissa
2 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A lovely hotel in the centre of Colchester. We were there for the hottest days of the year. It has no air con and It’s next door to a busy pub so having the window open makes it quite noisy at night. There is no fridge in the room either which should be standard if there no air con. Would not stay again in the summer, it needs air conditioning.
A lovely hotel in the centre of Colchester. We were there for the hottest days of the year. It has no air con and It’s next door to a busy pub so having the window open makes it quite noisy at night. There is no fridge in the room either which should be standard if there no air con. Would not stay again in the summer, it needs air conditioning.
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Stephen
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is an annex of the George hotel with nice rooms good showers and great location . We were in room 706 which being on the High Street side was noisy with the window open due to the warm temperatures and lack of AC. The TV was in danger of falling off the wall. That being said it was a good value stay although a walk over the road for breakfast was fine for us due to the great weather but would have been less desirable in the wet
This hotel is an annex of the George hotel with nice rooms good showers and great location . We were in room 706 which being on the High Street side was noisy with the window open due to the warm temperatures and lack of AC. The TV was in danger of falling off the wall. That being said it was a good value stay although a walk over the road for breakfast was fine for us due to the great weather but would have been less desirable in the wet
8
Mr S
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean, tidy, functional and had sufficient features. The balcony was a great addition. The view over the town was super. It overlooks the street so accept there will be town noise on a Friday./Saturday night. Does mean it is superbly situated for city exploits. Only negative was parking. It was a busy weekend and the assigned car-park had only once space.
Room was clean, tidy, functional and had sufficient features. The balcony was a great addition. The view over the town was super. It overlooks the street so accept there will be town noise on a Friday./Saturday night. Does mean it is superbly situated for city exploits. Only negative was parking. It was a busy weekend and the assigned car-park had only once space.
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Nora
28 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel, very nice room with comfortable bed. Check-in was quick. Please note check-in is at the George hotel also parking too
Great hotel, very nice room with comfortable bed. Check-in was quick. Please note check-in is at the George hotel also parking too
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Cleanliness
Feedback on cleanliness is inconsistent: many rooms are clean and tidy, but recurring reports mention dusty or stained surfaces, poorly cleaned bathrooms, dirty balconies, and some tired fixtures.
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W R
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was fine. Bathroom however.. Revolting dust falling out of bathroom extractor. Shower door broken and shower head broken. No aircon so either suffocate or get to lie awake most of the night listening to the noise from Colchester’s many drunks.
Room was fine. Bathroom however.. Revolting dust falling out of bathroom extractor. Shower door broken and shower head broken. No aircon so either suffocate or get to lie awake most of the night listening to the noise from Colchester’s many drunks.
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DAVID
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a deluxe room with balcony although the room was clean the balcony area seems to be neglected cobwebs / dusty, bird feathers and their excrement .
We had a deluxe room with balcony although the room was clean the balcony area seems to be neglected cobwebs / dusty, bird feathers and their excrement .
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Mr
13 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hand print in what looked like blood on the wall next to the bed, accompanied by a large thumb print in the same material. The rest of the wall, and the room in general seemed dirty. Very noisy even with windows shut, which meant there was no air in the room. Breakfast order incorrect and food bland.
Hand print in what looked like blood on the wall next to the bed, accompanied by a large thumb print in the same material. The rest of the wall, and the room in general seemed dirty. Very noisy even with windows shut, which meant there was no air in the room. Breakfast order incorrect and food bland.
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Geraint
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Flooring in lift was danaged and I tripped over it. Room was tatty, curtain hanging of the curtain pole. Divan was damaged excrement stains on towels. Was also really hot, thermostat was not working, thankfully patio doors worked, however the moise from Colchester City Centre is more like Colchester Zoo. Horrendous experience, worst hotel ever.
Flooring in lift was danaged and I tripped over it. Room was tatty, curtain hanging of the curtain pole. Divan was damaged excrement stains on towels. Was also really hot, thermostat was not working, thankfully patio doors worked, however the moise from Colchester City Centre is more like Colchester Zoo. Horrendous experience, worst hotel ever.
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Lee
20 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Disappointing stay. The bathroom was unclean and had multiple hairs on the toilet; the toilet seat was stained yellow. The bed linen had fresh blood stains on. I contacted reception and they quickly apologised and changed my room - so very responsive. The room moved to was cold, and just had a portable oil heater to plug in to heat. Cleanliness was still of a low standard with stained fixtures and fittings. Net curtains were thick with dust. No WiFi password provided. Guidebook qr code takes you to the main hotel information - but not St Nicholas. I had to phone reception to get the code.
Disappointing stay. The bathroom was unclean and had multiple hairs on the toilet; the toilet seat was stained yellow. The bed linen had fresh blood stains on. I contacted reception and they quickly apologised and changed my room - so very responsive. The room moved to was cold, and just had a portable oil heater to plug in to heat. Cleanliness was still of a low standard with stained fixtures and fittings. Net curtains were thick with dust. No WiFi password provided. Guidebook qr code takes you to the main hotel information - but not St Nicholas. I had to phone reception to get the code.
10
John
25 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room. Courteous staff.
Clean room. Courteous staff.
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F B
16 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel modern and clean
Great hotel modern and clean
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Gail
22 Dec 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Me and my son stayed here for three nights as we were visiting family in Colchester. It was very easy to check in over the road at The George and check out was easy too just leave your cards in the box before leaving. Our room was very clean and comfortable and certainly had everything we needed for our stay. We didn't book breakfast so I cannot comment on the food but I'm sure it would have been fantastic like everything else. I will definitely be staying here again when I come to visit my son and his family again. Would highly recommend.
Me and my son stayed here for three nights as we were visiting family in Colchester. It was very easy to check in over the road at The George and check out was easy too just leave your cards in the box before leaving. Our room was very clean and comfortable and certainly had everything we needed for our stay. We didn't book breakfast so I cannot comment on the food but I'm sure it would have been fantastic like everything else. I will definitely be staying here again when I come to visit my son and his family again. Would highly recommend.
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Steven
20 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room hadn't been dusted, you could write your name on the table it was that bad
The room hadn't been dusted, you could write your name on the table it was that bad
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Abbie
13 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Checked in okay and the people at the front desk were lovely. The main building looked very nice and was done up well. I was in the part across the road which didn’t look as nice at all. Getting in was all fine but when I entered the room, there were bright green stains all over the floor, marks all over the walls, the toilet seat had a stain the whole way around it and there was hair EVERYWHERE…the more you looked, the more you found
Checked in okay and the people at the front desk were lovely. The main building looked very nice and was done up well. I was in the part across the road which didn’t look as nice at all. Getting in was all fine but when I entered the room, there were bright green stains all over the floor, marks all over the walls, the toilet seat had a stain the whole way around it and there was hair EVERYWHERE…the more you looked, the more you found
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Rooms
Rooms are generally modern and often spacious, with some balconies and views, but they lack air conditioning and can be very hot; street noise and limited soundproofing affect sleep, and occasional equipment or Wi‑Fi issues occur.
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Tim
4 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice all round, but, and it’s a big but, the room was the hottest hotel room I have ever stayed in!! Huge windows that only open an inch or so, so you can’t get any air in to the room. They provided a fan, which did help but not a lot. The irony is the hallways outside the rooms were lovely and cool as they had air con!!
Very nice all round, but, and it’s a big but, the room was the hottest hotel room I have ever stayed in!! Huge windows that only open an inch or so, so you can’t get any air in to the room. They provided a fan, which did help but not a lot. The irony is the hallways outside the rooms were lovely and cool as they had air con!!
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Andrew
23 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Managed to get parked at the George Hotel across the road for £12.50 for the night. Room at this hotel didn’t have air con but there was a fan. Really good shower, tea coffee etc (no fridge) there was also an iron and hairdryer. Room was positioned above the High Street and we stayed on a Saturday night so there were some noises from the street but that’s to be expected. The hotel itself was quiet and very much the kind of thing you’d expect at a Premier Inn. We would stay again if needing somewhere in Colchester
Managed to get parked at the George Hotel across the road for £12.50 for the night. Room at this hotel didn’t have air con but there was a fan. Really good shower, tea coffee etc (no fridge) there was also an iron and hairdryer. Room was positioned above the High Street and we stayed on a Saturday night so there were some noises from the street but that’s to be expected. The hotel itself was quiet and very much the kind of thing you’d expect at a Premier Inn. We would stay again if needing somewhere in Colchester
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Calvin
6 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I was here to do my course work and didnt get on wifi messged reception 3 times and no reply so course work didnt get done
I was here to do my course work and didnt get on wifi messged reception 3 times and no reply so course work didnt get done
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W.
12 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Room have no airco. Given wrong Wi-fi password.
Room have no airco. Given wrong Wi-fi password.
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susan
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel room was okay but the bedhesd had a hole in it . The television didn't work . We were in a room that was on the main street which was very noisy
The hotel room was okay but the bedhesd had a hole in it . The television didn't work . We were in a room that was on the main street which was very noisy
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Ruth
10 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
City-centre location excellent though ear plugs essential on a Saturday night! TV remote control needs replacing as some essential buttons didn’t work. A mattress topper would have helped the comfort level. Lovely firm mattress and super-king bed but with a king duvet inside a super-king cover, which was annoying.
City-centre location excellent though ear plugs essential on a Saturday night! TV remote control needs replacing as some essential buttons didn’t work. A mattress topper would have helped the comfort level. Lovely firm mattress and super-king bed but with a king duvet inside a super-king cover, which was annoying.
8
Ian
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room on the corner giving a range of views onto the high street and beyond. Central location was perfect for my stay.
Great room on the corner giving a range of views onto the high street and beyond. Central location was perfect for my stay.
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carl
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean rooms . Perfect location for the town centre and castle venue . We went to a concert. Downside . No climate control rooms were hot so windows open .. traffic and public noise. Nice balconies. No actual hotel facilities as it is an annex of the George hotel across the street.
Nice clean rooms . Perfect location for the town centre and castle venue . We went to a concert. Downside . No climate control rooms were hot so windows open .. traffic and public noise. Nice balconies. No actual hotel facilities as it is an annex of the George hotel across the street.
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Stephen
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is an annex of the George hotel with nice rooms good showers and great location . We were in room 706 which being on the High Street side was noisy with the window open due to the warm temperatures and lack of AC. The TV was in danger of falling off the wall. That being said it was a good value stay although a walk over the road for breakfast was fine for us due to the great weather but would have been less desirable in the wet
This hotel is an annex of the George hotel with nice rooms good showers and great location . We were in room 706 which being on the High Street side was noisy with the window open due to the warm temperatures and lack of AC. The TV was in danger of falling off the wall. That being said it was a good value stay although a walk over the road for breakfast was fine for us due to the great weather but would have been less desirable in the wet
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Marco
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Checking in was excellent and quick, at The George hotel across the road. The St Nikolas hotel itself made good first impressions. However, when night-time came, the mattress was found to be too hard for our liking, as were the pillows. Street noise though was what kept us awake till deep into the night (a Saturday night) with noisy drunks outside and sound-proofing of the windows being very poor. We thought the windows were open! So if you stay here, bring earplugs (and avoid Saturday evenings, likely Fridays also).
Checking in was excellent and quick, at The George hotel across the road. The St Nikolas hotel itself made good first impressions. However, when night-time came, the mattress was found to be too hard for our liking, as were the pillows. Street noise though was what kept us awake till deep into the night (a Saturday night) with noisy drunks outside and sound-proofing of the windows being very poor. We thought the windows were open! So if you stay here, bring earplugs (and avoid Saturday evenings, likely Fridays also).
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Service
Many guests praise friendly, helpful staff and smooth check-in at The George, with quick responses and occasional upgrades; however, others report communication, billing or upgrade problems and difficulty reaching help when needed.
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Phoebe
15 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel try to charge me more. I booked via Expedia’s and pay to the hotel. But the hotel either trying to scam me or bad system, they said my rate per night is £180 instead of £90. Then I showed them the confirmation from Expedia. They have to asked me to get the correct rate. Then when check out, they said there is something wrong with our payment!!! We already paid in full when checking in, of course we refused to pay more. Terrible service. Also the rooms are in poor condition. Try to avoid this hotel if you can.
The hotel try to charge me more. I booked via Expedia’s and pay to the hotel. But the hotel either trying to scam me or bad system, they said my rate per night is £180 instead of £90. Then I showed them the confirmation from Expedia. They have to asked me to get the correct rate. Then when check out, they said there is something wrong with our payment!!! We already paid in full when checking in, of course we refused to pay more. Terrible service. Also the rooms are in poor condition. Try to avoid this hotel if you can.
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Lisa
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Smooth check in , nice room and superb location - surprisingly quiet !
Smooth check in , nice room and superb location - surprisingly quiet !
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Calvin
6 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I was here to do my course work and didnt get on wifi messged reception 3 times and no reply so course work didnt get done
I was here to do my course work and didnt get on wifi messged reception 3 times and no reply so course work didnt get done
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Robyn
20 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing wonderful stay in Colchester once again. We’ve stayed at this hotel several times before. On the plus side we were given a free upgrade to a wonderful room with the balcony. Hotel is part of the George Hotel which I strongly recommend for a Sunday lunch. All staff at hotel were amazing
Amazing wonderful stay in Colchester once again. We’ve stayed at this hotel several times before. On the plus side we were given a free upgrade to a wonderful room with the balcony. Hotel is part of the George Hotel which I strongly recommend for a Sunday lunch. All staff at hotel were amazing
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john
29 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location, surrounded by many great restaurants. Only staff we say was for check-in and check-out. They were friendly and efficient. Parking was also easy and convenient.
Excellent location, surrounded by many great restaurants. Only staff we say was for check-in and check-out. They were friendly and efficient. Parking was also easy and convenient.
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Aurora
6 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice and helpful staff
Nice and helpful staff
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Patricia
17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very much like stay at St Nicholas Hotel, excellent location. Resolution of initial room where heating wasn’t working, was good.
Very much like stay at St Nicholas Hotel, excellent location. Resolution of initial room where heating wasn’t working, was good.
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linda
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very good room and loved it being in centre of town . Staff were very accommodating I asked for sheets for sofa bed and they arrived in 5 minutes
Very good room and loved it being in centre of town . Staff were very accommodating I asked for sheets for sofa bed and they arrived in 5 minutes
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Dianne
8 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We can recommend this hotel unreservedly. Staff went out of their way to help us with our problems and make us comfortable. We first had to change our reservation due to the train strike and Joey took care of that, next we wanted twin instead of double beds and Emily took care of that. Everytime we asked for help they were able to do something. The hotel is very conveniently located in the high street, clean and welcoming. Food in the bar is excellent.
We can recommend this hotel unreservedly. Staff went out of their way to help us with our problems and make us comfortable. We first had to change our reservation due to the train strike and Joey took care of that, next we wanted twin instead of double beds and Emily took care of that. Everytime we asked for help they were able to do something. The hotel is very conveniently located in the high street, clean and welcoming. Food in the bar is excellent.
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Kevin
27 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Was woken up at 4am by my next door neighbours having a full on part. I had work at 7 am and had very little sleep which is not what you expect paying a lot of money to stay at a hotel when you got a hard days work the next day. when I went to reception to report it the girl behind the counter just brushed it off because they had checked out and wouldn’t be next to me for the rest of my stay which was very disappointing to say the least not even an apology
Was woken up at 4am by my next door neighbours having a full on part. I had work at 7 am and had very little sleep which is not what you expect paying a lot of money to stay at a hotel when you got a hard days work the next day. when I went to reception to report it the girl behind the counter just brushed it off because they had checked out and wouldn’t be next to me for the rest of my stay which was very disappointing to say the least not even an apology
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Location
Very central on the High Street near Castle Park, shops, restaurants and transport. Expect significant late-night street noise, especially on weekends.
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Lisa
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Smooth check in , nice room and superb location - surprisingly quiet !
Smooth check in , nice room and superb location - surprisingly quiet !
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andrew
10 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
great central location with plenty of places to eat and drink
great central location with plenty of places to eat and drink
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Eliz
7 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, good standard room
Great location, good standard room
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Robert
23 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Smart, clean, new hotel and good value for money. Conveniently located on the high street. We stayed on a Friday and the High Street is very very noisy until the wee small hours. The lads like to ride at speed on noisy motor bikes in groups along the High Street.
Smart, clean, new hotel and good value for money. Conveniently located on the high street. We stayed on a Friday and the High Street is very very noisy until the wee small hours. The lads like to ride at speed on noisy motor bikes in groups along the High Street.
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Ian
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room on the corner giving a range of views onto the high street and beyond. Central location was perfect for my stay.
Great room on the corner giving a range of views onto the high street and beyond. Central location was perfect for my stay.
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michael
13 Nov 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The hotel was in a very convenient position.
The hotel was in a very convenient position.
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Jeanette
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location near castle park for concert but this has its downside that it is on the main road near bars etc . Very noisy . You need the window open otherwise too hot . People outside in road shouting / drinking at 4am to 4.30 am . The hotel clean . Shower hot . Bed comfortable . Good value for money . Car park £12 for 24 hours is small and open to everyone and very small . NCP close thought and still £12 for 24 hours so parking okay
Excellent location near castle park for concert but this has its downside that it is on the main road near bars etc . Very noisy . You need the window open otherwise too hot . People outside in road shouting / drinking at 4am to 4.30 am . The hotel clean . Shower hot . Bed comfortable . Good value for money . Car park £12 for 24 hours is small and open to everyone and very small . NCP close thought and still £12 for 24 hours so parking okay
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carl
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean rooms . Perfect location for the town centre and castle venue . We went to a concert. Downside . No climate control rooms were hot so windows open .. traffic and public noise. Nice balconies. No actual hotel facilities as it is an annex of the George hotel across the street.
Nice clean rooms . Perfect location for the town centre and castle venue . We went to a concert. Downside . No climate control rooms were hot so windows open .. traffic and public noise. Nice balconies. No actual hotel facilities as it is an annex of the George hotel across the street.
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Timothy
7 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,363 nights
We stayed here for a few nights. Our room was clean, reasonably comfortable, and it had a spacious bathroom. The location is very convenient for access to central Colchester, but it is noisy. There was a lot of noise from the rubbish and recycling bins, from motorbikes (possibly delivery drivers), and from music. I would still consider staying here again, but if you are sensitive to noise or a light sleeper then you need to consider this issue.
We stayed here for a few nights. Our room was clean, reasonably comfortable, and it had a spacious bathroom. The location is very convenient for access to central Colchester, but it is noisy. There was a lot of noise from the rubbish and recycling bins, from motorbikes (possibly delivery drivers), and from music. I would still consider staying here again, but if you are sensitive to noise or a light sleeper then you need to consider this issue.
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Ellen
1 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Central to everywhere
Central to everywhere
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Dining
Dining is via The George across the road; several guests enjoyed breakfast and bar food, though some found it average or encountered early closure or limited service.
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Pippa
8 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very warm even though not a hot day outside. There was air conditioning in the corridors but not the room. I received an email during the day saying that I would receive an upgrade to a suite due to the lift being out of action however when I checked in I was told that I couldn't have an upgrade even when I complained about the room being too hot. Apparently my suite had been given to somebody else. Also when we went for dinner at 8.15 we were told that the kitchen had closed early so that the grilles/canopies could be cleaned. We were not told that we needed to eat earlier due to this when we checked in. We were offered a dessert only! I work in the restaurant business and all maintenance of this kind is planned out of hours so as to not disrupt the customer experience. This should have been the case here. There were still people in the restaurant eating. They should have at least waited to do the work until the service had finished. Apart from that poor experience the rooms were nice,
The room was very warm even though not a hot day outside. There was air conditioning in the corridors but not the room. I received an email during the day saying that I would receive an upgrade to a suite due to the lift being out of action however when I checked in I was told that I couldn't have an upgrade even when I complained about the room being too hot. Apparently my suite had been given to somebody else. Also when we went for dinner at 8.15 we were told that the kitchen had closed early so that the grilles/canopies could be cleaned. We were not told that we needed to eat earlier due to this when we checked in. We were offered a dessert only! I work in the restaurant business and all maintenance of this kind is planned out of hours so as to not disrupt the customer experience. This should have been the case here. There were still people in the restaurant eating. They should have at least waited to do the work until the service had finished. Apart from that poor experience the rooms were nice,
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Steve
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, facilities in George Hotel a minute walk away.
Great location, facilities in George Hotel a minute walk away.
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Natascha
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We have stayed here before for the location which is perfectly situated near all the shops and restaurants. The rooms are spacious and warm and has everything needed like an iron, hairdryer, kettle, tea/coffee etc. A mini fridge in the room would make the stay extra special. The staff are always pleasant and professional and helpful. The breakfast which is at the sister hotel The George, has a lovely choice and delicious food. The only negative's is that we were 2 adults and an infant and were provided with a disabled wet room, with no bath. The staff offered to change this the 2nd night but we'd settled by this point with the cot. Next time we'll make a note to request a bath in a family room. Also no allocated parking reservation, just a first come basis parking which is located behind The George which is convenient. But would still recommend this place and would definitely stay again.
We have stayed here before for the location which is perfectly situated near all the shops and restaurants. The rooms are spacious and warm and has everything needed like an iron, hairdryer, kettle, tea/coffee etc. A mini fridge in the room would make the stay extra special. The staff are always pleasant and professional and helpful. The breakfast which is at the sister hotel The George, has a lovely choice and delicious food. The only negative's is that we were 2 adults and an infant and were provided with a disabled wet room, with no bath. The staff offered to change this the 2nd night but we'd settled by this point with the cot. Next time we'll make a note to request a bath in a family room. Also no allocated parking reservation, just a first come basis parking which is located behind The George which is convenient. But would still recommend this place and would definitely stay again.
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Clive
22 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff!! Should think about doing buffet breakfast instead of ordering breakfast at the table!!?? Just a thought
Great staff!! Should think about doing buffet breakfast instead of ordering breakfast at the table!!?? Just a thought
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Robyn
20 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing wonderful stay in Colchester once again. We’ve stayed at this hotel several times before. On the plus side we were given a free upgrade to a wonderful room with the balcony. Hotel is part of the George Hotel which I strongly recommend for a Sunday lunch. All staff at hotel were amazing
Amazing wonderful stay in Colchester once again. We’ve stayed at this hotel several times before. On the plus side we were given a free upgrade to a wonderful room with the balcony. Hotel is part of the George Hotel which I strongly recommend for a Sunday lunch. All staff at hotel were amazing
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john
29 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location, surrounded by many great restaurants. Only staff we say was for check-in and check-out. They were friendly and efficient. Parking was also easy and convenient.
Excellent location, surrounded by many great restaurants. Only staff we say was for check-in and check-out. They were friendly and efficient. Parking was also easy and convenient.
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joshua
20 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Comfortable, however, breakfast was not so nice
Comfortable, however, breakfast was not so nice
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Stephen
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is an annex of the George hotel with nice rooms good showers and great location . We were in room 706 which being on the High Street side was noisy with the window open due to the warm temperatures and lack of AC. The TV was in danger of falling off the wall. That being said it was a good value stay although a walk over the road for breakfast was fine for us due to the great weather but would have been less desirable in the wet
This hotel is an annex of the George hotel with nice rooms good showers and great location . We were in room 706 which being on the High Street side was noisy with the window open due to the warm temperatures and lack of AC. The TV was in danger of falling off the wall. That being said it was a good value stay although a walk over the road for breakfast was fine for us due to the great weather but would have been less desirable in the wet
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Dianne
8 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We can recommend this hotel unreservedly. Staff went out of their way to help us with our problems and make us comfortable. We first had to change our reservation due to the train strike and Joey took care of that, next we wanted twin instead of double beds and Emily took care of that. Everytime we asked for help they were able to do something. The hotel is very conveniently located in the high street, clean and welcoming. Food in the bar is excellent.
We can recommend this hotel unreservedly. Staff went out of their way to help us with our problems and make us comfortable. We first had to change our reservation due to the train strike and Joey took care of that, next we wanted twin instead of double beds and Emily took care of that. Everytime we asked for help they were able to do something. The hotel is very conveniently located in the high street, clean and welcoming. Food in the bar is excellent.
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Cam
30 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The staff is very helpful and responsible. The breakfast is great!
The staff is very helpful and responsible. The breakfast is great!
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wayne
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place to stay, we had the penthouse room on the top floor which had a balconies. It was a little bit noisy on the Saturday night, but the rest of the stay was quiet. You do have to go over the road to check in and have a beer but we knew that anyway, but that was the only thing I can fault with the hotel.
Great place to stay, we had the penthouse room on the top floor which had a balconies. It was a little bit noisy on the Saturday night, but the rest of the stay was quiet. You do have to go over the road to check in and have a beer but we knew that anyway, but that was the only thing I can fault with the hotel.
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Stephen
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Good place to stay. Owned by the George Hotel and just opposite but usually much cheaper.
Good place to stay. Owned by the George Hotel and just opposite but usually much cheaper.
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NATHAN
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Room wasn’t ready for a long time so had to get ready in my friends room The bars and clubs outside the hotel are open till gone 3am so really noisey and couldn’t have windows open Won’t stay again
Room wasn’t ready for a long time so had to get ready in my friends room The bars and clubs outside the hotel are open till gone 3am so really noisey and couldn’t have windows open Won’t stay again
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Cindy
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was great with a lot surrounding activities. The room size was really good and I really appreciated the balcony
The location was great with a lot surrounding activities. The room size was really good and I really appreciated the balcony
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DES
17 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was too hot, was a fan in the room but useless, opened the balcony doors but then too noisy, Air con needed, also as doors were open all we got was food fumes from extraction canopy so also not great. Balcony next to the room was full of air con units (ironic) Suggest rooms have the air con rather than the lobby and corridors!,
Room was too hot, was a fan in the room but useless, opened the balcony doors but then too noisy, Air con needed, also as doors were open all we got was food fumes from extraction canopy so also not great. Balcony next to the room was full of air con units (ironic) Suggest rooms have the air con rather than the lobby and corridors!,
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FAQs about St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
Is parking available at the property?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of GBP 12.00 per day. The parking is uncovered and limited, and reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
English breakfasts are served for a fee. On weekdays, breakfast is available from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM, and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM. The cost is approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility. Features include step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, the availability of specific facilities may vary, so contacting the property in advance is recommended.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Colchester, just steps from Colchester Castle Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Mercury Theatre. It is approximately 2.2 miles from the University of Essex and 4 miles from Colchester Zoo.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers cribs, but guests must contact in advance to reserve them. Specific information regarding extra beds is not provided.
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There is no front desk at this property. The check-in location differs from the property location. Check-in location: [The George Hotel]. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. 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. This property's breakfast is served at a nearby hotel located 50 yards away.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
- 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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