Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Hotels
7.7 (2482 reviews)
A12/A120 Ardleigh Junction , Colchester , GB
+44 1206 230900

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Good value
Convenient location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent service
Breakfast selection

Categories

Cleanliness
6.7
Some reviews indicated issues with cleanliness, such as dust, cobwebs, and hairs in the room.
Service
7.7
Overall, reviews noted friendly staff, though some comments on inconsistent service.
Location
8.7
Several reviews praised the location as convenient and well-situated.
Room Quality
7.7
Most reviews mentioned comfortable and spacious rooms, although there were some cleanliness issues.
Amenities
7.2
Some amenities like charging sockets and breakfast variety were mentioned as needing improvement.
Value for Money
8.2
Reviews highlighted good value for the price.
Food and Beverage
7.7
Breakfast received mixed reviews; some enjoyed it while others found it lacking.
Overall Experience
7.7
Many positive experiences noted, despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 20:14

Property Description

Modern Amenities
The Dragonfly Hotel Colchester offers contemporary rooms with 43-inch flat-screen TVs, Hypnos beds, and free high-speed WiFi. Each room is equipped with USB charging ports, ensuring convenience for all guests.

Dining Options
Indulge in a variety of culinary delights at the on-site restaurant, serving an all-day dining menu. Enjoy a drink at the cosy bar and lounge area, providing a relaxing atmosphere with ample seating for guests to unwind.

Convenient Location
Located just a 10-minute drive from Colchester centre and with easy access to the A12 motorway, the hotel is a perfect base for exploring the coastal town of Clacton-on-Sea, Colchester Zoo, and nearby cities like Harwich and Ipswich.

Experience comfort and convenience at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester. Book your stay now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

The hotel has ironing facilities available upon request.

Guests are kindly requested to inform the hotel if a child will be attending. This can be noted in the Special Requests box during booking or by contacting the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note all guests need to register their car number plate at reception.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: STN

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 2482 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.7
Service: 7.7
Location: 8.7
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 7.7
Overall Experience: 7.7
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Jeff • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The true standout of this hotel is its incredible staff. Operating under what was clearly a demanding workload with limited hands on deck, the team’s dedication to guest satisfaction never wavered.

Cons:

As a repeat guest who has spent many weeks at this property over the years, it is frustrating that the housekeeping service has never improved. Requests are consistently ignored. To highlight the level of neglect: during my latest 11-day stay, the sheets on my bed were not changed a single time despite asking. It is disappointing that a hotel I have frequented for years continues to allow such poor standards in room care.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Annemarie • solo_traveller • gb
5
Ok for a night but overpriced
Pros:

Breakfast was ok and the room was a decent size.

Cons:

Paid for early check in and was given the key to check in only to discover the cleaners in my room and had to wait about half an hour in the lobby for it to be ready. No air con in the rooms and not very clean.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Clifford • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • gb
7
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Much nicer than a premier inn.
Very friendly helpful staff
Amazing bed

Cons:

Sadly the light didn't work on the table and the room poorly lit

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The reception / bar staff was excellent.

Cons:

The hot breakfast wasn't great, especially the scrambled eggs.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
6
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Jeff • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great car park easy access rooms staff really nice. All rooms and facilities were very clean, did was great as well.
Thanks all Nigel.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike will be going again next year.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Hammond • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Good food lots of choice

Cons:

Booking .com should of information me this hotel offers 30% off for blue light card as hotel had signs in reception

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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julie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Nice and quiet in the evening

Cons:

We were told by booking.com to book for your meal in case of disappointment, there is no cooking on the premises. On the Friday we had to go out and find a local pub which was very nice

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

All staff helpful, polite and friendly.
Plenty of hot water for showers. Room comfy

Cons:

Hall carpets not clean. Room was very warm although the fan helped a lot.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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BRIAN • solo_traveller • gb
10
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Hervé • couple • fr
3
A éviter
Pros:

Personnel souriant

Cons:

Pas de wifi dans la chambre au bout d'une aile, toutes les lumières allumees/éteintes par un seul interrupteur y compris table de nuit. Pas de nettoyage de la chambre malgré la demande faite, pas de brosse pour nettoyer le WC, tables du restaurant non nettoyées, bref tout est fait pour que le confort du propriétaire soit pris en compte, pas celui des clients. A éviter.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • gb
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • solo_traveller • gb
7
Reasonable quality hotel providing a comfortable stay
Pros:

Good quality hotel for a resaonable price. Hotel is clean and modern.

Cons:

Hot breakast was faily poor quality, but continental offered good qualitya nd choices. A single hot drinks machine felt inadaequate for a hotel that size. Rooms appear nice qulity, but some small details were poor eg raw plugs still visible where a raiator had been moved, black marks in chower where something like a soap dispenser holder had been. Staff were friendly, but there were mostly no staff visible at breakfast.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee