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Q: What are the best hotels near Colchester Zoo?

Guests love staying at The Angel Inn , which is a hotel near Colchester Zoo. Another highly rated inn is The Coach House At The Pheasant , which is 29 minutes away by car. With 2,810 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area, you'll have plenty to choose from.

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Where to stay near Colchester Zoo?

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

2.9 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY796 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

256 London Road

2.7 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY5,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

5.9 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY450 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 22 - Jan 23

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

5.5 km from Colchester Zoo

GreyFriars

6 km from Colchester Zoo

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 5.8 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY674 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 16 - Jan 17

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Talbooth House & Spa

14.8 km from Colchester Zoo

Milsoms

14.7 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY1,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Classic Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite | Exterior

The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

17.9 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY927 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Standard Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Railway Sleeper Lodge

6.1 km from Colchester Zoo

Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

10.1 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY562 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

14.8 km from Colchester Zoo

Wivenhoe House Hotel

8.4 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY1,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

3.6 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY553 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

3.6 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY515 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

The Blue Boar - Maldon

17.9 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY1,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

16.8 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY934 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

The Limes

17.8 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY864 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Superior Apartment, Private Bathroom (D'Arcy Suite) | Interior

Staycations Maldon Suites

18 km from Colchester Zoo

CNY1,077 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

The WoolPack Inn

9.8 km from Colchester Zoo

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Other landmarks near Colchester Zoo

Layer Marney Tower

4.6/5 (9 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Layer Marney Tower— just one of the monuments in central Layer Marney.

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Colchester Golf Club

You might want to practice your swing at Colchester Golf Club, a golf course located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from central Colchester. If Colchester Golf Club doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Gosfield Lake Golf Club, and Birch Grove Golf Club are also nearby.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Colchester Zoo?

Guests love staying at The Angel Inn, which is a hotel near Colchester Zoo.
Another highly rated inn is The Coach House At The Pheasant, which is 29 minutes away by car.
With 2,810 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area, you'll have plenty to choose from.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Colchester Zoo?

Visit Hotels.com, enter your search criteria, and sort by price to find the lowest prices available. Pricing varies based on where you plan to go and when.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY450

Can I find hotels close to Colchester Zoo that are fully refundable?

Yes, there are many hotels with refundable room rates, but be sure to check the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the "Fully refundable" filter when searching for hotels.

Both The Angel Inn and The Coach House At The Pheasant are highly rated hotels close to Colchester Zoo that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near Colchester Zoo?

For a romantic stay, Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG offers a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. It's a short 4-minute drive from Colchester Zoo.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester is another great choice, and it's a short drive away.

What are the best hotels close to Colchester Zoo with free breakfast?

You can begin your day with a free full breakfast at The Coach House At The Pheasant, which is a 29-minute drive from Colchester Zoo.
Haughley House B&B is also a recommended place to stay with a free full breakfast, and it's located 41 minutes away by car.

Which hotels near Colchester Zoo have rooms with great views?

Travelers can enjoy rooms with city or courtyard views at The Angel Inn, which is a short 17-minute drive from Colchester Zoo.
Also recommended is The Coach House At The Pheasant, which has rooms with garden views.

What are the best family hotels close to Colchester Zoo?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG which offers a playground, children's meals, and an indoor pool. Colchester Zoo is a short drive away.
Also consider Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester as another great choice for your family's trip.

What are the best luxury hotels near Colchester Zoo?

Treat yourself when you stay at The Coach House At The Pheasant, which is a 29-minute drive from Colchester Zoo and offers a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a free full breakfast.
Another upscale property is Rectory Manor Hotel, which is 30 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Colchester Zoo with free parking?

If you're traveling by car, The Angel Inn offers free parking and you'll be a short 17-minute drive from Colchester Zoo.
The Coach House At The Pheasant also has free parking and is 29 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Colchester Zoo with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool at Rectory Manor Hotel. Colchester Zoo is a 30-minute drive from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Colchester Zoo?

After you've visited the fascinating creatures at Colchester Zoo, you can explore local attractions like Colchester Castle Park, Colchester Town Hall, and Mercury Theatre.
Colchester Castle Museum, Layer Marney Tower, and Beth Chatto Garden are other places to visit in the area.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Colchester Zoo?

Bring your furry friend to Rectory Manor Hotel, which is a 30-minute drive from Colchester Zoo.
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG is a second pet-friendly option. The hotel offers animal guests food and water bowls.

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Hotels near Colchester Zoo Colchester

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Where to stay near Colchester Zoo?

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

256 London Road

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

GreyFriars

Ryegate House Colchester

Talbooth House & Spa

Milsoms

The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

The Railway Sleeper Lodge

Ranfield’s Brasserie Hotel Rooms

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

The Blue Boar - Maldon

Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

The Limes

Staycations Maldon Suites

The WoolPack Inn

Other landmarks near Colchester Zoo

Layer Marney Tower

Colchester Golf Club

Birch Grove Golf Club

Gosfield Lake Golf Club

Abberton Resevoir Visitor Centre

Abberton Reservoir

Manifest Theatre

Roman Circus House

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