Greyfriars Hotel Colchester, Colchester ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom

GreyFriars is a luxury hotel and restaurant situated in historic Colchester, built from a collection of Grade II* and Grade II listed buildings. The hotel offers a blend of historical charm and modern luxury at the top of East Hill, near the High Street. Its central location in the Cultural Quarter provides easy access to attractions like Colchester Castle and the Natural History Museum. GreyFriars' elegant design and attentive service make it a noteworthy destination in East Anglia.

Location

Located in the heart of Colchester's Cultural Quarter, GreyFriars is just a short walk from the city center and major attractions. Accessible by car from the A12, the hotel has ample on-site parking, including designated disabled parking spaces. Guests traveling by train can reach Colchester North Station within minutes, while London Stansted Airport is approximately 34 miles away, providing additional travel options.

Rooms

GreyFriars features 26 luxuriously appointed bedrooms, including Grand Luxe Signature Suites, Deluxe Suites, and Junior Suites. Each room is designed to meet 5-star standards, with marble bathrooms or shower rooms. The Courtyard Suite offers wheelchair accessibility, while many rooms provide stunning views of the surrounding historic sites. Amenities include individually controlled air conditioning, fine bespoke furnishings, and complimentary Nespresso coffee.

Eat & Drink

The Cloisters restaurant, housed in a former chapel, serves modern European dishes with a British twist, using locally sourced ingredients. A variety of dining experiences are available, from Afternoon Tea to evening dining, with menus designed to cater to diverse preferences. Additionally, the Baroque Bar and its lounges offer lighter snack options and a selection of exquisite cocktails and wines.

Leisure & Business

GreyFriars hosts several lounges available for informal gatherings and private parties, including the Venetian and Library Lounges. The intimate Salon is suitable for meetings and private dining. Guests can enjoy the spacious Baroque Terrace in good weather and access to business facilities and high-quality service for corporate events. The hotel aims to provide an inclusive and seamless experience for all visitors.

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

Superior King Suite

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2 persons

54 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe King Suite

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2 persons

40 m²

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Duplex Suite

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2 persons

50 m²

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Getting around

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City Center

Colchester1000 ft

Airports

London Stansted (STN) 33.5 mi

London Southend (SEN) 41.1 mi

Train

Colchester Town Railway Station1400 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast spread was exceptional, offering an array of tasty options that made our mornings delightful.” view full review

Comfortable Retreat

“Our room was incredibly comfortable, featuring high-quality fixtures and a cozy vibe that made us feel at home.” view full review

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
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

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

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
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
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom

Map view

High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Church Street

Colchester Arts Centre

2700 ft

High Street

Colchester Castle Park

1.2 mi

Bourne Mill Bourne Road

Bourne Mill

1.2 mi

Museums

Roman Circus Centre

4700 ft

Castle

Colchester Castle

1.3 mi

Mercury Theatre Balkerne Gate

Jumbo Water Tower

2500 ft

Balkerne Passage

Colchester Roman Wall

2200 ft

400 Military Road

St. John Russian Orthodox Church

3400 ft

Spa Center

Aqua Springs

1.0 mi

Bourne Rd

National Trust

1.2 mi

Bourne Mill Bourne Road

Bourne Pond

1.2 mi

Parks

Highwoods Country Park

1.8 mi

39 Ladbrook Dr

Abbots Activity Centre

1.4 mi

Nearby

Museums

Hollytrees Museum

1000 ft

Museums

The Castle Museum

1400 ft

High Street Cowdrey Crescent

Colchester War Memorial

300 ft

Gallery

firstsite

600 ft

One Castle Park Right in front of the Castle

The Claudius Gateway

600 ft

Church

St. Botolph's Priory

1100 ft

Church

St Helen's Chapel

900 ft

74 High Street

The Minories Galleries

100 ft

High Street

Colchester's Natural History Museum

400 ft

Town Hall High Street

Colchester Town Hall

1700 ft

Church

Lion Walk United Reformed Church

1200 ft

Dutch Quarter Apartments West Stockwell Street

Dutch Quarter

1500 ft

St. Johns Thorrington Road

St. John's Abbey Gate

1700 ft

63 High Street

Xtreme Gaming

500 ft

East Stockwell Street

Peake's House

1400 ft

4-11 Trinity Street

Holy Trinity Church

1400 ft

11A Eld Lane

The South Lanes

1500 ft

Restaurants

The Minories Garden Cafe

200 ft

74 High Street

The Batte-Lay Tea Room

200 ft

74 High Street The Minories

Prezzo

400 ft

1 Culver Street East

Mirra

500 ft

98 High Street

Kimchi House

500 ft

2A Queen Street

Maharani Restaurant

700 ft

102 High Street

Three Wise Monkeys Colchester

700 ft

60 High Street

Kaspas

600 ft

61-62 High Street

Mamma Mia Restaurant & Pizzeria

700 ft

5-7 Museum Street

Foresters Arms

900 ft

Castle Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

complimentary drinks

excellent service

expensive dining options

additional charges for some items

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.8

Location

9.7

Service

9.2

Dining

8.3

Dick

United States of America, April 2024

9.0/10

This hotel is right in the heart of Colchester, with a cozy patio and complimentary drinks in the mini-bar, along with reliable Wi-Fi. The service is top-notch, with attentive staff providing room service and other amenities. The location couldn't be better, close to the Cloisters restaurant and even next to the castle. The dining experience offers impressive vegetarian options, although not all meals are included in the rate. Overall, a great value for a convenient stay in Colchester.

Rooms

9.0

The room was well-equipped with a selection of complimentary drinks in the mini-bar, a convenient downstairs toilet, and a lovely patio to relax on.

Service

9.0

The service here was exceptional, with attentive staff providing great service including room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated in the center of Colchester, right by the Cloisters restaurant and virtually next door to the castle, offering a prime location for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was impressive, especially with their superb vegetarian sausages and bacon options. While some meals weren't included, the quality of the food was exceptional.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers excellent facilities, such as a well-maintained restaurant where guests can enjoy delicious meals and a cozy atmosphere.

John

United Kingdom, March 2024

9.0/10

The hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Colchester, with easy access to great dining options and a fantastic view of the Church. The rooms are beautifully appointed, offering complimentary drinks in the mini bar and a luxurious freestanding bath. The service is top-notch, with a range of facilities and friendly staff to ensure a pleasant stay. The dining experience is a mix of delicious dishes but may be on the pricier side. Overall, a wonderful place to stay with excellent service and amenities.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are exquisite, complete with a great view of the Church and a perfect bathroom featuring a freestanding bath.

Service

9.0

The service here is exceptional, with attentive staff ready to assist with any needs.

Location

10.0

The hotel is ideally situated right in the center of Colchester, making it convenient to explore the city and enjoy dining at nearby restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The dining options are delightful, especially with the vegetarian sausages and delicious Hollandaise sauces, though some dishes can be on the expensive side.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers convenient facilities to enhance your stay, ensuring comfort and satisfaction.

Kenny

United States of America, September 2023

9.2/10

This hotel had a great location, right in the heart of Colechester and very close to the center. The rooms were equipped with a selection of drinks in the mini bar at no extra cost, a comfy bed, functioning Wi-Fi, and running air-con, providing a comfortable stay. The service was excellent, with great service and staff available for room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink. The dining experience included vegetarian sausages in place of meat & bacon, which was just superb. The facilities were top-notch, offering everything needed for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were equipped with a selection of drinks in the mini bar at no extra cost, a comfy bed, functioning Wi-Fi, and running air-con, providing a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent with great service and staff ready to assist with room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcoming drink.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was right in the center of Colechester, providing easy access to all the attractions. Additionally, being within the Cloisters restaurant was a bonus where an excellent dinner was served.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic with vegetarian sausages in place of meat & bacon, just superb. Although some items were not included and were relatively expensive, the overall quality was excellent.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, offering everything needed for a pleasant stay.

complimentary drinks

expensive dining options

Nicola

United Kingdom, September 2023

9.0/10

The hotel is centrally located in Colchester, offering a great view of the Church. The rooms feature double 'rain' showers with iconic metal bath tubs and a complimentary selection of drinks in the mini bar. The service is excellent, with friendly and attentive staff available to assist with room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and a welcome drink. The dining experience is highlighted by delicious Hollandaise sauces and superb vegetarian sausages replacing meat and bacon, although the Full English and Continental breakfast options come at an extra cost. Overall, a convenient and cozy hotel right in the heart of Colchester.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are beautifully designed with double 'rain' showers and iconic metal bath tubs, offering a stunning view of the Church. The complimentary selection of drinks in the mini bar adds a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The service at the hotel is top-notch, with the staff being exceptionally friendly and providing excellent assistance throughout the stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is perfect, situated right in the center of Colchester near the river, shopping center, and the Cloisters restaurant where we enjoyed a fantastic dinner. A truly convenient spot for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offers delicious Hollandaise sauces and superb vegetarian sausages, though the extra charges for the Full English and Continental breakfast options may be a drawback.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provides all the essential facilities for a comfortable stay, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests.

iconic bath tubs

extra breakfast cost

Tommy

United States of America, August 2023

9.0/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms were fantastic and the breakfast was delicious. However, the price was a bit high, and the noise from the town center was disruptive at times. Overall, a great experience with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

9.0

The double 'rain' showers were luxurious, and the iconic metal bath tub was a unique touch. The bed was super comfy, and the room was just perfect for a relaxing stay.

Service

10.0

The service was top-notch, and the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. They really went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right in the heart of Colchester, making it super convenient to explore the town. Being close to Greyfriars restaurant and the shopping center was a big plus.

Dining

8.0

I loved the vegetarian sausages instead of meat and bacon - they were absolutely delicious. However, the extra charge for the Full English or Continental breakfast was a bit steep.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, especially the beautiful pool area. It was a perfect spot to relax after a day of exploring the town.

Comfortable

Pricey

Rob

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.8/10

This hotel is a gem located right in the centre of Colchester, providing a comfortable stay with excellent service. The breakfast is delightful, although some minor room details can be improved. The overall value for money is good, especially considering the prime location.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are perfect throughout with a great breakfast too.

Service

9.0

The service is top-notch with great staff.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right in the centre of Colchester, making it convenient for exploring the town.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience is superb, offering delicious options like Hollandaise sauces and local jams.