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Wivenhoe House Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, 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

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 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
The current price is CNY935
CNY1,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15

Room options

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

Classic Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Luxury Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • Colchester Castle Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 15 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Flatford Mill - 21 min drive - 20.5 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

  • ‪Horse And Groom Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Henley's Fish and Chips - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Quayside Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge Wine Bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Enjoy your visit to Colchester with a stay at Wivenhoe House Hotel. For a bite to eat, guests can check out the brasserie, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, 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: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • 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 not allowed
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
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 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

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

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
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

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

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

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.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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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?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

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: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

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

Wivenhoe House Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Wivenhoe House Hotel?

Yes, the brasserie offers British cuisine.

What's the area around Wivenhoe House Hotel like?

Wivenhoe House Hotel is located a short 1-minute walk from University of Essex.

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Wivenhoe House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Food
Breakfast
Bathroom
Restaurant
Lobby
Balcony
Bar
Bed

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, with a wide variety of food options and high-quality presentation. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly employees
Ole, 2-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Good room and food

Friendly and attentive staff and a superb dinner, good room and very comfortable
Bruce, 1-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay

Room was spotlessly clean with everything you needed. Staff were extremely hospitable and attentive. Breakfast was fresh and a wide variety of food on offer. Balcony was a nice touch.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food, room, immaculate, even had air con. Would have no hesitation in recommending it and we would definitely stay there again.
Keith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room and bathroom were spotlessly clean. We were delighted to find that our room had always been serviced prior to our return from breakfast. The room was huge, with a very extensive balcony.
Julie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hospitality !!!

Always a great time at the Wivenhoe. The best !!!
Joseph, 1-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous Hotel in peaceful surroundings

Lovely hotel, fabulous areas to relax and enjoy a coffee or drink in the evening. Had a room in the old part of the hotel and it was clean, spacious and had a traditional feel
Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice property.
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay.

Wonderful 2 night stay. Staff excellent with good service. We had breakfast and evening meal - food really good. Rooms very clean - we were in the garden annex 2 Fans in room to use which we did as hot weather. Would definitely stay ago. Couldn’t fault anything.
Anita, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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

10/10 Exceptional

The setting is beautiful, room was spacious and comfortable. View from the balcony was lovely and staff were very friendly. Even a little welcome bag for the pooch.
Fay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay

Nice hotel in a great setting, very handy for the university sports complex next door. Food and service in the restaurant was excellent. The only thing to note is that this hotel does not have air conditioning, there is a fan in the room but it can still get pretty warm if the weather is nice.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for 1 night on business. Everything was in general fine. Room was a bit warm and no air con meant fans needed to be on all night. Dinner was fair however fish and chips were overcooked not burnt but in the fryer way too long. Lots of training ongoing with new staff so expected a few mishaps. Would stay again if in the area.
VINCENT, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel, beautiful grounds and friendly staff.
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We will be staying here again
i claudiu, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great time here. Had to go to the university for training so did a family trip where I was able to enjoy the beauty of nature, get some fresh air, relax and just unwinds from the busy city life
Rosemarie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent friendly hotel with great food in Brasserie.
Andrew, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice hotel. Limited range of food available in the restaurant.
Stephanie, 2-night trip