Hotels Near Natural History Museum in Colchester

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. 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. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. 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.

With a stay at GreyFriars in Colchester, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Essex and Hollytrees Museum. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Colchester Visitor Information Centre and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from The Minories Galleries. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services and a banquet hall. Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring free minibar items and espresso makers. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at The George of Colchester in Colchester, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Essex and Xtreme Gaming. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Colchester Castle Museum and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Colchester Natural History Museum. Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. 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. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. 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 desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at Brook Red Lion Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Colchester, within a 5-minute drive of University of Essex and Xtreme Gaming. This inn is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Colchester Castle Museum and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Colchester Natural History Museum. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Additional amenities at this Tudor inn include a fireplace in the lobby and a banquet hall. Grab a bite to eat at The Parliament Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay in one of 24 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Britain's oldest recorded town is now home to new generation bedrooms, each featuring an impressive 40" flat screen TV, bright, modern bathroom with a large shower head, and a brand new, slumber-inducing, king-size Hypnos bed at Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre. Immerse yourself in history and nature at Colchester Castle and Colchester Natural History Museum. Or, stay firmly in the 21st-century in the town's many high street shops and bars. If you fancy venturing further afield, Colchester Zoo is a 15-minute drive and there are lots of pretty Essex villages in the surrounding area such as Wivenhoe, home to Essex University.

Whether you're a townie or a towie fan, there's plenty to see and do at Premier Inn Hotel Colchester Cowdray Avenue (A133). There are lots of charming towns and villages to explore, and we're just up the road from one of the gems of Essex, Colchester Castle, as well as some pristine beaches too. Soak in the charm of the villages and small towns hidden away in this corner of England. Or dive into some serious history at Colchester Castle and Wivenhoe House. See the water buffalo at Colchester Zoo, and then come back to be fed and watered at our Beefeater restaurant, with a comfy bed awaiting you too.

Located in Colchester, Wivenhoe House Hotel is a 1-minute drive from University of Essex and 5 minutes from Colchester Castle Museum. This hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Colchester Castle Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Beth Chatto Garden. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include a picnic area, complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility, and a banquet hall. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge). Enjoy British cuisine at the brasserie, a restaurant 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 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 40 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Colchester, Dragonfly Hotel Colchester is within a 10-minute drive of Colchester Castle Museum and firstsite. This hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from University of Essex and 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Mercury Theatre. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. At Dragonfly Hotel Colchester, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 50 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

A rural hotel near Colchester with free parking, free Wi-Fi and breakfast includedThe Holiday Inn Express® Colchester hotel is just off the A12, six miles from the town centre and 15 minutes' drive from Colchester station. Direct trains to London Liverpool Street take an hour. Stansted Airport (STN) is a 45-minute drive away. You can drive to the seaside villages of Clacton-on-Sea and Frinton-on-Sea in half an hour.Take the family to spot giraffes and elephants at Colchester Zoo, 15 minutes' drive from the hotel, or to admire the Roman ruins in Colchester town centre, six miles away. If retail therapy is more your style, you can browse the high-street stores at the town's outdoor Culver Square shopping centre.You can hold a meeting or an event for up to 38 guests in the hotel's three naturally lit meeting rooms. Wi-Fi is free, and you can take care of copying and printing in the business centre. If you're set for a long day, a working lunch can be provided to help you stay productive.To start the day, tuck into the inclusive Express Start Breakfast buffet, featuring bacon, scrambled eggs, sausages, baked beans and pastries. If you're feeling peckish, you can settle into the cosy leather chairs in the stylish Great Room lounge for a light meal. The bar is open until 1am, and you can enjoy a drink on the patio in good weather.

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester offers generously spaced rooms with comfortable, cozy, floating beds & quality linens to ensure a great nights sleep. All room feature complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, work & sitting areas. The lighting creates a tranquil haven to ensure a relaxing stay & a trip to the onsite high quality fitness area with indoor heated pool, steam room & sauna will enhance this further. If there is ever a need to get together with work colleagues to discuss business, our new bright and spacious orangery & purpose built meeting rooms offer you the ideal space, whether that's to catch up with a small intimate group or a social event for up to 150 delegates. Afterwards, you can comfortably enjoy a drink in our bar & dine in our modern restaurant, designed to create cosy corners & comfy booth seating in luxurious furnishings with statement lighting & eye catching art.