Greyfriars Hotel Colchester
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Overview
Providing 26 rooms, the 4-star Greyfriars Hotel Colchester is just 1.9 km from Colchester Castle Park. Set only minutes from The Castle Museum, the hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving British cuisine.
Location
Sited right in the centre of Colchester, the accommodation is also located 5 minutes' stroll from firstsite Contemporary Art Gallery. You can find the zoological garden "Colchester Zoo" around a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
Transport
Greyfriars Hotel offers a prime location 55 km away from London Stansted airport.
Nearby Attractions
There is Aqua Springs Day Spa a 20-minute stroll away, and Colchester bus station only metres from the property.
Rooms
All of the air-conditioned rooms are appointed with wireless Internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a free minibar and a coffee machine, and some of them comprise a patio and a dressing room. They are furnished with bespoke furniture featuring a sofa set and a writing table. Providing underfloor heating and a shower, the bathrooms also have hairdryers and slippers. Certain units overlook the valley.
Dining
The Greyfriars Colchester offers an English breakfast in the restaurant. Guests may visit Bars Lounges restaurant and a lounge bar on site. There is a café serving British food merely 50 metres away.
Relax & Wellness
Finally, the Greyfriars houses a business centre featuring a photocopier and a work desk.
Rooms & Availability
Standard King Room
Superior King Room
Junior Suite
Deluxe King Suite
Superior King Suite
Duplex Suite
Facilities
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Electric kettle
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Facilities
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Electric kettle
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Children's Facilities
- Cots
- Children's menu
Meeting Facilities
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Accessibility
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Decor
- Carpeted floor
Tourist attractions in Colchester
Tourist attractions in Colchester
Local sights
- 60 m 197 ft Hollytrees Museum
- 340 m 1116 ft Lion Walk United Reformed Church
- 160 m 525 ft The Claudius Gateway
- 490 m 1608 ft Colchester Town Hall
- 20 m 66 ft The Minories Galleries
- 60 m 197 ft Colchester War Memorial
- 310 m 1017 ft St. Botolph's Priory
- 430 m 1411 ft Dutch Quarter
Getting around
- 610 m 2001 ft Brook Street
- 920 m 3018 ft Old Coach Road
- 1 km 0.6 mi Greenstead Road
- 1.1 km 0.7 mi Wimpole Road
- 500 m 1640 ft Colchester
Dining options
- 50 m 164 ft The Minories Garden Cafe
- 170 m 558 ft Kaspas
- 200 m 656 ft Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
- 120 m 394 ft Prezzo
- 140 m 459 ft Mirra
- 140 m 459 ft Kimchi House
- 210 m 689 ft Mamma Mia Restaurant & Pizzeria
- 270 m 886 ft Foresters Arms
Frequently Asked Questions
"Are breakfast options included in the room rate at Greyfriars?"
The quoted rates include a continental breakfast selection plus one cooked breakfast per guest, with options available for dietary restrictions upon request.
"What dining options are available at Greyfriars?"
The property has a restaurant serving lunch and dinner with set menus for lunchtime and early evening, à la carte options, and a bar/lounge area.
"What features are available in the hotel's restaurant and bar areas?"
The restaurant provides access to private dining and meeting rooms, while the Baroque Bar, Venetian Lounge, and Library Lounge offer bar service within the historic core of the hotel.
"Can guests request specific room features at Greyfriars?"
Some rooms, such as the Superior King, include a free-standing bath; rooms in the unique design category feature amenities like a copper bathtub and high-quality furnishings.
"Does Greyfriars have accessible facilities?"
Yes, the hotel features accessible parking, wheelchair access, bathrooms with grab rails, and emergency cords in bathrooms.
"Are high-quality toiletries provided in the rooms at Greyfriars?"
The hotel supplies L'Occitane bath and shower gels, along with soap, slippers, and robes in selected rooms.
"What is the process for using room service at Greyfriars?"
Room service is available daily from 10:00 to 21:00, offering a full menu, with options for in-room dining or in the restaurant.
"Is staff service at Greyfriars available in multiple languages?"
The hotel staff speak English, as indicated by available language services, and provide assistance for guest requests.
"What amenities do the rooms at Greyfriars include?"
Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, streaming service options such as Netflix, air conditioning, tea and coffee-making facilities, and in some cases, mini bars and large bathrooms.