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About the Hotel

High Street, Colchester

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“This hotel is perfectly situated right in the heart of Colchester, making it super convenient for all my sightseeing adventures!”view full review

Greyfriars is a Michelin recommended luxury hotel and restaurant destination housed in Grade II* listed buildings at the top of East Hill, featuring 26 luxurious rooms and extensive restaurant facilities. Notably, this 4-star Colchester hotel boasts a refined ambiance and the highest standards of service.

Amenities

Greyfriars offers 26 luxuriously appointed bedrooms, including Grand Luxe Signature Suites, Deluxe Suites, and Junior Suites. All rooms are designed to 5-star standards, featuring marble bathrooms or shower rooms.

Dining

Dining options include the Cloisters restaurant, offering seasonally inspired menus with local ingredients, and the Baroque Bar for cocktails. Private dining is available in both the Venetian and Library Lounges.

Location

Guests can enjoy the serene gardens and terraces during the warmer months. The hotel is situated in Colchester's Cultural Quarter, near historic landmarks such as Colchester Castle and the Hollytrees Museum.

Accessibility

Greyfriars provides free parking facilities for up to 22 vehicles and has accessible entrances for guests with mobility challenges. The hotel is served by local bus routes, with stops just a short walk away.

Select your room type

Greyfriars offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior King Suite
2 persons
54 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Deluxe King Suite
2 persons
40 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Standard King Room
2 persons
19 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Facilities

Greyfriars offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Perfect

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General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free 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

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Greyfriars Location

High Street, Colchester

Getting around

City Centre
Colchester 4 min · 1000 ft
Airports
London Stansted (STN) 81 min · 33.5 mi
London Southend (SEN) 100 min · 41.1 mi
Train
Colchester Town Railway Station 5 min · 1400 ft
Colchester Railway Station 18 min · 5000 ft
Bus
Bus stop 2 min · 400 ft