St Nicholas Hotel Colchester

Hotels
7.5 (1565 reviews)
High Street St Nicholas Hotel , Colchester , gb

listing image 1
Show all photos
Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Wheelchair accessible
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and great location
Spacious room
Breakfast was very tasty
Cons:
Noisy neighbours
Temperature control issues
Dirty bathroom fixtures

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Multiple guests mentioned cleanliness issues, including dirty shower heads and stained sheets.
Service
8
Staff were often described as courteous and helpful, but there were some issues with room assignments.
Location
8.5
Several reviews highlight the great location of the hotel, close to key areas.
Room Quality
6.5
Mixed reviews on room quality; some found rooms too hot or small, while others appreciated their size.
Amenities
7
Amenities received average remarks with reports of issues like broken fixtures and lack of adequate lighting.
Value for Money
7.5
Generally seen as acceptable, though some guests felt certain features did not meet expectations for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Breakfast was highlighted positively by several guests, indicating a strong experience.
Overall Experience
7.5
Overall experience varied widely; some enjoyed the stay while others encountered significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 07:04

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

St Nicholas Hotel, nestled in Colchester, offers a luxurious stay just a stone's throw away from Hedingham Castle. The non-smoking property provides free WiFi and convenient express check-in and check-out services.

Comfort and Convenience

Each room at St Nicholas Hotel is elegantly furnished with a desk, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy the comfort of plush bed linen and towels, with the option of city views from select rooms. The hotel also features a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast to start your day right.

Prime Location

Conveniently situated near Colchester Castle and with easy access to Chelmsford Train Station, St Nicholas Hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers. Book now to experience luxury and convenience at its best.

Important information:

Any booking over 5 rooms will be deemed a group reservation and subject to the group terms and conditions and different cancellation policies.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 12 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 1565 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 8
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 7.5
C
Caz • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

A very nice hotel. Modern , clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. Very good breakfast included.o
Right in the Centre, close to all amenities e.g pubs, hotels, restaurants and Cafes. Plenty to choose from. Even the Castle and Museums close by. The Castle Park is huge, lovely to walk round if the weather is good! Public transport very good too to visit various places.

Cons:

Nothing to say here.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
D
David • couple • gb
8
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
K
Kathryn • solo_traveller • gb
9
Would recommend!
Pros:

Lovely stay in a lovely property. Very comfortable room and very convenient location too. Check in is over the road at The George but this was no issue whatsoever as the staff were incredibly pleasant & will also store a bag for you for the day if required. The hotel itself feels very safe & secure as you need your keycard to actually enter the building.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
L
Lannes • family_with_children • fr
8
tres bon sejour chambre confort et dans le centre
Pros:

confort et emplacement

Cons:

chauffage non réglable très chaud dans la chambre

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
L
Leung On • couple • gb
6
Noisy
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Noisy

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
L
Louise • couple • gb
2
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
R
Rebecca • couple • gb
8
Convenient and comfortable
Pros:

Easy, clean, good value

Cons:

Noisy as right on the high street .. but expected that and can’t be helped. Took earplugs !

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
L
Lucie • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
L
Laura • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Great location.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
T
Tara • couple • gb
6
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
J
Jeff • solo_traveller • gb
10
I have stayed at this hotel many times in the past, that room 809 on the second floor floor is probably probably my best
Pros:

The room was very spacious and lots of natural lighting
Nice big window that were easy to open

Cons:

My Tv didn’t work but I was really bothered. I had my iPad.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
M
Marina • family_with_children • gb
7
The problem is because is the central road, so a lot of noisy at night and during the day!
Pros:

Nice bedroom, big enough. Have a windows.
Shower & bath 🛀
TV and kettle.

Cons:

If you like to stay in new design rooms, there is that hotel.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
J
jenion • family_with_children • gb
6
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

Most of it

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
A
Andreas • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The room was a good size and comfortable. The balcony view was a big bonus.

Cons:

Tea and coffee provision was minimal and breakfast in the George was limited.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
N
Nicola • couple • gb
7
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
J
jasjes • solo_traveller • nl
7
Pros:

Overal dichtbij

Cons:

Zeer lawaai van de omgeving

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
S
Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
D
Debbie Jane • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
L
lee • extended_group • gb
10
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
M
Matthew • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee