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Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

East Street, Colchester · Hotel

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A timber-framed hotel on East Street in Colchester, close to Castle Park and Colchester Zoo, with free on-site parking.

What's nearby

  • MCS Performance next door
  • King of Spice next door
  • Anglia Tyre & MOT Centre next door
  • Colchester Climbing Project 200m away
  • Waitrose & Partners 300m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Good to know

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible parking
  • ✓Accessible entrance

Payment

  • ✓Debit cards

Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.

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About Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

East Street in Colchester sets the scene for Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel, a timber-framed building on a historic stretch of the town not far from Castle Park and Colchester Zoo. Spread across two floors, the hotel offers 39 rooms including family and accessible options, all with en-suite bathrooms, and there's free on-site parking for those arriving by car.

Rooms come with drinks-making facilities and room service is available, along with laundry and luggage storage for longer stays. Breakfast is served on site, and there's a bar and outdoor seating area for a quieter drink, with packed lunches available for guests heading out for the day. The hotel also handles weddings, with a bridal suite on hand, and has meeting rooms and business services for those travelling for work.

Beyond the hotel, the surrounding area offers golf, fishing and horse riding, along with pubs, restaurants and entertainment nearby. It's a straightforward base for exploring Colchester, whether that means the castle, the zoo, or simply the town itself.

Reception hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Guests mention this hotel features clean, cozy rooms with comfortable beds, rainfall showers, and a good breakfast selection. They also highlight the friendly, helpful staff and the building's historic charm and character.

Some reviews mention parking can be problematic.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Property type
Hotel
Location
East Street, Colchester
Good for children
Yes
Destination
Colchester