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Wivenhoe House Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near University of Essex

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Wivenhoe House Hotel, with its elegant charm, is nestled near Colchester Castle Museum and Beth Chatto Garden. Unwind in the garden or on the sunny terrace after a delicious meal at the brasserie. Guests appreciate connecting to WiFi and exploring nearby attractions via an area shuttle.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$129 nightly
The total price is $155
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, England, CO4 3FA

What's nearby

  • University of Essex - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Adrenalyze Leisure - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 27 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Flatford Mill - 30 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 61 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 66 min drive
  • Alresford Station - 4 min drive
  • Colchester Town Station - 8 min drive
  • Hythe Station - 26 min walk
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spinnaker - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Horse And Groom Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Peking Palace - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Albany Gardens Fish and Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Race Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Wivenhoe House Hotel

  • Wivenhoe House Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Colchester Castle Museum and Colchester Castle Park. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Park Brasserie, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a terrace, and a garden. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

The Park Brasserie - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in ECOsmart, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.50 per person
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Wivenhoe House Hotel Colchester
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Frequently asked questions

Does Wivenhoe House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Wivenhoe House Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Wivenhoe House Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Wivenhoe House Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Wivenhoe House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Wivenhoe House Hotel and nearby?

Wivenhoe House Hotel has 2 bars and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Wivenhoe House Hotel?

Yes, The Park Brasserie offers British cuisine.

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Reviews

Wivenhoe House Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, great, excellent, and 10 out of 10, with a generous selection and high-quality options. (30 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, lovely staff and a fantastic breakfast.
Lee, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I found the hotel welcoming stunningly beautiful. I had breakfast in my room and it was 10 out of 10 absolutely excellent I travel alone. I am female and I have a hotel like this is incredibly important to me. It was excellent.
Toyah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I arrived late but the welcome was still amazing. Lovely room, well equipped with a beautiful view. Super breakfast and easy checkout. I will definitely revisit and recommend.
Pamela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything about our stay was excellent, the service and the staff in particular were next level fantastic!
Adam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an overnight stay at Wivenhoe, we had early drinks at the bar and Isaac was super attentive, polite and friendly. Isaac is a credit to the team and came across hard working and conscientious The room was clean and well maintained, bed was very comfy and we had a very peaceful and restful night. The grounds are beautiful we took a walk around the lake then went for more cocktails at the bar. It was an easy drive back into Colchester to see the historic castle the following day. Would highly recommend to all and would love to visit again 😍👏
ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, staff were attentive, amenities were good.
Stallon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room, big clean bed
Vincent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room and very friendly staff at both reception and in the brasserie.
Ben, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the best rooms I have stayed in the UK. It was clean, well equipped and even had a balcony.
Adnan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, clean room hotel decorated lovely for Xmas
Jean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very warm welcomenwhen we checked into the hotel,our room was spacious and very clean we had a balcony room so we had a lovely room.Breakfast this morning was lovely as well so we both enjoyed our stay last night to celebrate my husbands sixty bithday.
Marie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely historic building, modernised internally.
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff were polite and friendly throughout our visit. The accommodation was clean and comfortable, and the buffet breakfast was delicious with a great selection. We would happily stay here again.
mark, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Stayed in the new wing, Room was clean, comfortable and well appointed. Staff were lovely and helpful and breakfast in the room was great. We also had dinner and the food was excellent despite the team also coping with 2 Christmas parties.
Tim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was comfortable, very spacious. The staff was friendly and courteous. The historic building made the stay even more special. Thank you.
Ana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We liked the mix of the old and new in this hotel. The grounds were beautiful. Breakfast very tasty as well.
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless room, excellent heating, plenty of hot water and power shower. In particular Visi, the front of house manager, was very accommodating, after we were unable to book the restaurant, going above & beyond to ensure our NYE was the best experience we’ve ever had. Highly recommend this hotel.
Ruth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly employees
Ole, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff very welcoming in both the reception and restaurant. Large bedroom, very clean and comfortable bed, lovely view. Food was good too
Moira, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great location and beautiful surrounds especially the lake.
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel, beautiful grounds and friendly staff.
Richard, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room spacious and clean. Food overall a bit of a let down.
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, clean, well furnished. Great good. Very worth of 4 stars
Sam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Happy.with my stay was clean and tidy,breakfast was great plenty of choice of food.Staff was helpfull had.a lovely lounge and plenty of parking as well!
Jonathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel on university campus

A lovely place in the Essex campus. Attentive staff, comfortable room with nespresso machine and huge bed. Very quiet and great for exploring the area.
Mark, 2-night trip