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Wivenhoe House Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near University of Essex

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Reviews

9,4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is R2 136
R2 564 total
includes taxes & fees
05 Jan - 06 January 2025

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Heating
TV
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Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room

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Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

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Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
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Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

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Heating
TV
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Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, England, CO4 3FA

What's nearby

  • University of Essex - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 13 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 61 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 66 min drive
  • Alresford Station - 4 min drive
  • Colchester Town Station - 8 min drive
  • Hythe Station - 26 min walk
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Peking Palace - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sullivans Fish & Chip Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spinnaker Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Mac's Fish & Chips - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Colchester. For a bite to eat, guests can check out the brasserie, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 40 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

The brasserie - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.50 per person
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25 per night

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Wivenhoe House Hotel Colchester
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Frequently asked questions

Does Wivenhoe House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Wivenhoe House Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Wivenhoe House Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Wivenhoe House Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wivenhoe House Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Wivenhoe House Hotel and nearby?
Wivenhoe House Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Wivenhoe House Hotel?
Yes, the brasserie offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Wivenhoe House Hotel like?
Wivenhoe House Hotel is located a short 1-minute walk from University of Essex.

Wivenhoe House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9,4

Exceptional

9,6/10

Cleanliness

9,4/10

Staff & service

9,2/10

Amenities

9,4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Chris, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely balcolny room overlooking university sports
Great room with balcony overlooking trees and sports fields of university.
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Elnaz, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Loved this hotel so inviting and friendly staff, the room are lovely and clean and the whole house is beautiful
Tracey, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Guler, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Richard, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

D, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and grounds
We were very lucky and got an upgrade to a room with a balcony. The bedroom was very spacious and well supplied with tea, coffee etc. Bed was extremely comfortable. Bathroom very good too. We ate in the restaurant. Food was lovely. All of the people we met, in the reception and restaurant were friendly, helpful and effecient.
karen, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel on university campus
Great service from staff Wonderful grounds Slightly warm in room Was expecting a bath and a newer room as advertised but the older style building and rooms were comfortable
Sharon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Welcoming and elegant. The staff made us feel included and at home. Would highly recommend a stay at Wivenhoe House Hotel
Coral, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Old Building at reception with super-modern wing of rooms built behind. Everything you need is here including a very nice restaurant
terry, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food at their restaurant and the staff so welcoming and friendly!
Christian, 4-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Wivenhoe house was a beautiful building with lots of character. The grounds were gorgwous and the staff were very friendly and helpful Especially the receptionist. The only thing that let it down in my opinion where the finer details in cleanliness. First thibg i noticed in the lobby were cobwebs on the ceiling and the csrpet didnt appear to have been hoovered thay day. The room we stayed in also had cobwebs and dust settled on the cieling beams. Grout could have done with a deeper clean in the bathroom but overall it was a lovely clean room, presented well with stunning views. I would still recommend this hotel, it was a good experience
Amy, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

My new go-to hotel in Colchester and the surrounding area. My husband and I stayed for a work party nearby and were struck by the helpfulness and kindness of staff from the start. From the reception to the security in the evening, the chef and the ladies serving breakfast, everyone was so kind and went the extra mile. Really next level. The breakfast was incredible (best eggs we’ve had in a hotel) and the room was decadent and cosy. The devil is in the details and even having eco friendly products including makeup remover and a comb (which was a lifesaver as I forgot mine). Fantastic coffee in the rooms as well with a proper coffee machine rather than just a kettle. Also love how all the rooms have historical names rather than just numbers. The perfect stay - we will be back! Please personally thank all the staff from us (especially the kind reception lady who gave us the option to choose our room and the evening staff who took photos of us at midnight as I forgot to at the party!)
Lucy, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Grounds maintenance poor.
RICHARD, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hidden gem
Great location. Tranquil setting for a stylish hotel. Spotlessly clean and very nicely designed interiors. The food was fantastic and coupled with excellent service.
David, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A lovely hotel and staff very friendly and helpful
John, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

An oasis Loveliest staff Great food Historical place
Orna, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Thank you Gabrielle!
Fantastic stay for our 1 year together! Gabrielle on the front desk was really helpful, allowing me to pull the wool over my other halfs eyes; I turned up early, set the room up (despite the fact the hotel had already put a swan made towel on the bed plus rose petals) and then went back downstairs, where when I turned up the second time., we "checked in again" without my other half knowing. Really magical moments made. Really grateful to Gabrielle. Lovely stay, nice atmosphere and breakfast was tasty, warm and filling!
Callum, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent all round
Neil, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, comfortable hotel, delicious breakfasts
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property on lovely estate grounds. There is some bus service into Colchester, but a car is pretty much required for anything beyond walking to the U Essex campus.
Christopher, 4-night trip
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