The Mistley Thorn

Hotels
9.1 (287 reviews)
The Mistley Thorn Hotel High Street , Mistley , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Pets allowed
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent food
Friendly and efficient staff
Comfortable room
Great ambiance
Convenient location
Cons:
Limited parking options due to construction
Noisy from the road in some areas
Some complaints about breakfast choices
Temperature control issues in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.73
Rooms were described as clean, but there were mentions of flies.
Service
9.7
Staff were frequently noted as friendly and efficient.
Location
9.24
Convenient and pleasant location mentioned by multiple guests.
Room Quality
8.69
Rooms were mostly comfortable, but there were some complaints regarding temperature control.
Amenities
8.72
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.18
Overall value was perceived as satisfactory based on the stay.
Food and Beverage
9.23
Food quality received high praise, despite a few mixed reviews on breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.3
General sentiment indicated high satisfaction with overall stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:24

Property Description

Charming Riverside Hotel
Nestled in Mistley, The Mistley Thorn offers a picturesque stay with a restaurant, free parking, and a cozy bar.

Modern Comforts
Each guest room features a flat-screen TV, ensuring entertainment and relaxation during your visit.

Convenient Location
Situated near attractions like Flatford and IP-City Centre, and just a short drive from Colchester Castle, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring the area.

To experience a delightful riverside retreat, book your stay at The Mistley Thorn today.

Important information:

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 287 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.73
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.24
Room Quality: 8.69
Amenities: 8.72
Value for Money: 9.18
Food and Beverage: 9.23
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Ann • couple • gb
10
Enjoyed out stay. Have been twice before and will return again. Would definitely recommend it to ot
Pros:

A large very comfortable and attractive room overlooking the river. Lots of choice at breakfast and excellent service from the staff who were always helpful and friendly.
Enjoyed a late night drink in the new bar after meeting up with relatives.

Cons:

No real issues but through there should have been a bin in the bedroom for tea bags etc . There was a bin provided in the bathroom but possibly there should be one near the tea and coffee provided.
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2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
10
A real treat as ever!
Pros:

Always a pleasure to visit the Mistley Thorn. Really friendly staff excellent food and facilities. We stayed in the new extension of the post office which was beautiful. The new cafe bar area and courtyard are really great too.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Keyser • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Hooper • couple • gb
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Louisa • couple • gb
9
Very good have booked to return
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent and staff lovely. Our room had recently been renovated and it was very nice with a nice large walk in shower (room 18) and air conditioning which was an added bonus. All very clean and well appointed.

Cons:

Just a very minor suggestion from my husband, can you put a shaving mirror by the sink as there is currently no mirror by the sink.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Dominic • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The room

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • couple • gb
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • gb
8
A traditional, popular local hostelry with a very comfortable room and friendly staff
Pros:

This is a really pretty pub on rather a narrow busy road beyond which is the tidal river Stour - sadly we only saw it at low tide so the lovely river view we had hoped for was pretty impossible. It was busy when we visited which is always a good sign and the atmosphere was very welcoming. The food was good solid pub grub but not exceptional. Our room was lovely, simple but super comfortable and there was a good plug in fan PLUS a gorgeous ceiling fan too, which was a life-saver as it was very hot when we were there.

Cons:

The bathroom needed a good shower screen as the curtain wasn't really enough to contain the excellent pressure of the shower, hence the floor got wet and there was a slightly damp smell in the room on arrival. Tiny thing, overall very nice indeed.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • gb
10
Great
Pros:

Comfortable room. Great evening meal in the restaurant and such a peaceful atmosphere at breakfast. Lovely waitress could not have been more helpful. We really enjoyed our stay

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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C • couple • gb
7
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Amanda Dawn • family_with_children • es
9
Beautiful, comfortable hotel fabulous for a short stay
Pros:

Amazingly comfortable bed, great location for people without a car, super friendly staff - helpful and attentive. It is a beautiful location and breakfast is amazing!

Cons:

Not the fault of The Mistly Thorn but very hot temperatures made dinner a little uncomfortable, but room was made cooler with air con.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • couple • gb
8
It was a lovely hotel, especially the restaurant. The frugal supply of tea, milk and no biscuits made us question the co
Pros:

The room was lovely and the bed very comfortable. Great restaurant. We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast and the staff on duty were excellent.

Cons:

My husband and I typed in ‘Frinton-on-Sea’ (Booking.com and Trivago) and Mistley Thorn came up for both of us, without the usual distance added. We were shocked to find it was a 35-minute drive away. Nice to wander around once there.
Only 2 breakfast teabags, 3 tiny milks, so no morning tea after having had a cup on arrival. No biscuits either.
Luckily we were able to navigate the rather steep stairs.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Clean rooms and friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Shauna • couple • au
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Sloped ceilings in bedroom and bathroom

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
9
Very pleasant, very good food and drink
Cons:

The leaky bathroom window would make things very cold in winter!

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
9
very nice hotel, would stay again
Pros:

Food was good, location great, staff very helpful

Cons:

wouldn't let my wife have a cappuccino at breakfast as only filter coffee was included in the breakfast package, bathroom not properly clean, no air conditioning (although there was a fan)

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
10
Beautifull rooms in a wonderful setting.
Pros:

Excellent breakfast with unusual dishes available.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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paddy • solo_traveller • nl
5
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee