Nestled near a train station, The George of Colchester offers a warm welcome with Cafe George serving light fare. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace or unwind at the bar and enjoy in-room WiFi. Previous guests praise this hotel's helpful staff.
The George of Colchester puts you a short five-minute drive from University of Essex. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Cafe George, which serves light fare. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights.
Languages
English, German, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
47 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should contact the property directly for check-in and check-out details, using information contained in the booking confirmation.
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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
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 12.00 per day)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Cafe George – This café only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 per person
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs GBP 12.00 per day
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel George Colchester
George Colchester Inn
George Colchester
George Colchester Hotel
The George of Colchester Hotel
The George of Colchester Colchester
The George of Colchester Hotel Colchester
Frequently asked questions
Does The George of Colchester offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The George of Colchester 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The George of Colchester?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The George of Colchester?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 12.00 per day. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The George of Colchester?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Are there restaurants at or near The George of Colchester?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Cafe George.
What's the area around The George of Colchester like?
The George of Colchester is a short 7-minute walk from Colchester Town Station and 7 minutes' walk from Mercury Theatre.
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The George of Colchester Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10
Great nights sleep in a comfortable room.
Carol
2-night trip
10/10
From checking in to checking out a lovely stay with friendly and helpful staff. Our evening meal was just as delicious as it was when we last stayed.
Maria A
2-night trip
10/10
Booked last minute and was not disappointed.. lovely superior room .. most comfortable bed .. great shower .. lovely courteous staff
Everything was excellent
Looking forward to staying again on August 17th
Jacqui
1-night trip
10/10
Great one night stay in a suite (free upgrade which was nice). Rooms lovely and clean. Breakfast was nice although coffee wasn’t great. The coffee in the room was lovely though. Really nice shampoo etc but the sachets aren’t very user friendly - would prefer refillable pumps to keep it eco friendly. Friendly staff on the reception desk. There is noise from outside crowds at night if staying in a front of hotel room but it wasn’t so bad that I wouldn’t stay again. Really enjoyed our stay.
Laura
1-night trip
10/10
A surprise treat for my husbands 40th and I couldn’t fault the hotel or their staff. We had the most amazing time and the rooms were absolutely stunning. Food was incredible and staff were so thoughtful and warming thank you so much
Kirsty
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent hotel great staff very friendly and helpful
ian
1-night trip
8/10
The George is situated on the High Street in Colchester near the Castle and the art galleries - Firstsite and The Minories. Breakfast was excellent.
Richard
1-night trip
10/10
Really lovely stay. Great interior design and incredible food. I’d book again :)
Anna
1-night trip
8/10
It’s was and is a great hotel. Very clean great friendly staff and great location. My only qualm was I was in room 310 it’s in the eves of the building and the stairs are narrow and steep. If I was carry more than a few extra pounds or a big bag or suitcase I’d have struggled. As it was after a few wines I went up with great care. Beware of room 310 bonus was its huge.
Melanie
1-night trip
8/10
Located in great position in the heart of town.
Carolyn
1-night trip
10/10
Lovely hotel and staff
Heath
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent room and meal in the restaurant. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was extremely busy with Christmas parties which meant we weren’t able to find a seat for a drink. Apart from this, the hotel didn’t disappoint.
Maria
2-night trip
8/10
Good central location
Martin
2-night trip
8/10
Granted an upgrade without asking, quite a wonderful room
Douglas
1-night trip
8/10
Central location, friendly team on site, cosy room, shower hot but limescaled head, good breakfast
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10
Friendly and helpful personal. Convenient to visit the city of Colchester and the University.
Hugo
2-night trip
8/10
Have stayed here several times. Good choice
Jennifer
1-night trip
8/10
good location, friendly staff, smart TV and high speed wifi.
CHING SUNG
3-night trip
8/10
Lovely comfortable rooms. Long wait to be served breakfast!
Emma
1-night trip
10/10
Excellently situated on the high street. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room and facilities were ideal. My only criticism of the room is that the lighting could have been better. There were lots of lamps but they did not give enough light.
Maria
2-night trip
10/10
Authentic and long history.
Ingvild
3-night trip
10/10
The place has real character and was a pleasure to stay in. Breakfast was very tasty and the staff we met were all very pleasant.
David
1-night trip
8/10
The room was spotless and comfortable but cold. The evening staff were excellent and drinks reasonably priced. The fire alarms were off intermittently overnight, no staff were on reception and apparently the panel has been broken for a month. The morning staff looked exahausted and one woman offered our breakfasts by saying poached eggs instead of good morning which one of you ordered poached eggs - little things matter
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10
Always a lovely place to stay, place is clean, well kept and the staff are all brilliant, special thanks to the young man who took my luggage up for me!
Food is excellent, service is excellent. They have refurbished since my last stay and it looks great. Thumbs up from me!