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GreyFriars

3.5 star property
Hotel in Colchester with 2 restaurants and bars/lounges
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Duplex Suite | Courtyard view
Exterior
Duplex Suite
3 bars/lounges
3 bars/lounges

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
High Street, Colchester, England, CO1 1UG
  • Colchester Visitor Information Centre
    1 min walk
  • Colchester Natural History Museum
    2 min walk
  • Xtreme Gaming
    3 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    38 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Suite | Living area

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
5 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Duplex Suite

Duplex Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bath and shower
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Suite

Signature Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
4 bedrooms
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

The George of Colchester

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Parking available
3.9 out of 5, Good, (560)
The price is NZ$251
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
The George of Colchester

About the area

Colchester

At GreyFriars you'll be within steps of Colchester Visitor Information Centre and Hollytrees Museum. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Colchester hotel include The Minories Galleries and Colchester Natural History Museum.

What's nearby

  • Xtreme Gaming - 3 min walk
  • Colchester Castle Park - 11 min walk
  • Mercury Theatre - 12 min walk
  • University of Essex - 4 min drive
  • Colchester Zoo - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 7 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖThree Wise Monkeys - ā€¬4 min walk
  • ā€ŖSlug & Lettuce - ā€¬4 min walk
  • ā€ŖThe Goat & Boot - ā€¬4 min walk
  • ā€ŖOther Monkey Brewing - the Taproom - ā€¬4 min walk
  • ā€ŖThe Foresters Arms - ā€¬3 min walk

About this property

GreyFriars

Hotel in Colchester with 2 restaurants and bars/lounges
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafĪ˜ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly GreyFriars. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
GreyFriars offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Colchester hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted.Ā 

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at GreyFriars?

GreyFriars offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at GreyFriars?

As of 31 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GreyFriars on 2 Jan 2025 start from NZ$333.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at GreyFriars?

Yep, GreyFriars has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to GreyFriars?

The closest beach to GreyFriars is St. Osyth Beach (17.2 km).

What makes GreyFriars a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at GreyFriars.

Does GreyFriars serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at GreyFriars?

No, GreyFriars does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at GreyFriars?

Yep, you can grab a meal at GreyFriars's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at GreyFriars?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at GreyFriars?

No, only service animals are allowed.

GreyFriars Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 550 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 550 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 550 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 550 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 550 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness
The location of Grey Friars is fantastic for walking to the High Street, shopping and public transportation. The room was large and beautifully decorated. It was quiet and very clean. I had two major issues with my stay, however. There was a blinking red light on the ceiling over the bed that made sleeping without a mask difficult. I was told it was part of the fire system and could not be covered/turned off. The second issue was that the room was way too warm and the thermostat could not be adjusted so they brought me a fan after I asked twice for the thermostat to be repaired.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Hotel
This is a good hotel, well run with good food. The only thing they could improve on is the information on their restaurant. It is Egon Ronay recomended but only the table d'hƓte menu (excellent but limited) and bar menu is available Monday to Thursday. A full a lƠ carte menu is available at the weekend. I was told by different staff that the restaurant was closed Monday & Tuesday (untrue) fully open (untrue) and, correctly, open all week but the full a lƠ carte menu only available at the weekend. The hotel is well positioned with its own car park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing! Wish we had stayed for more than one night!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
If you go to Colchester and you want a hotel that is centrally with ideal parking and a little bit above the rest,Greyfriars is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Amenities
Very comfortable room. Breakfast was excellent. The staff very pleasant and helpful. Couldnā€™t have asked for better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was lovely - the bed was comfortable and inviting. The bathroom was massive, with walk in shower and a fabulous bath. We loved the use of complimentary dressing gowns and an iron and ironing board. The mini bar with five or six free drinks, plus the usual tea and coffee facilities, were all most welcome. Everything in the hotel was spotlessly clean. Staff were, without exception, friendly, helpful and professional. The classic Afternoon Tea was wonderful. Breakfast was also good and included in our overnight stay. A lovely treat for 24 hours!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rosanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Close to town center. Staff are wonderful and take great care of the guests. I only had breakfast so canā€™t talk about evening meals. I can thoroughly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Henry Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the hotel and staff was excellent and could not be faulted apart from the cost of drinks which were very high. Fabulous little pub literally at hotel gate called The Foresters, strongly recommend.We were quite disappointed with Colchester itself and surrounding area so we found the location not great.Generally hotel is brilliant and we had great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merril

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best deal ever
We have stayed at the GreyFriars hotel 4 times now Have never had such a great deal as the last occasion using Hotels.com It was Ā£200 cheaper than before same amount of nights and one of the best hotel rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small room and the meal was terrible not normal standards for us so this had made us not wanting to return which is a shame because we return at least 3x a year
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Our room was not like the pictures and was across the road not part of the mail building - swimming pool not private with people say at booths drinking round it. Room has no coffee making facilities and room smelled of dinners. Behind shower millions of cobwebs and we were forgotten about for 25mins in breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

J m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was a lovely experience friendly staff room was ready early so was able to check in. Shops near by 3min walk , great place to stay and a brilliant breakfast what more could you want .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

STUART, CHICAGO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and grounds are truly lovely. Hint: They have parking, so call ahead to get the 'trick' before you arrive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ieva

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and great service
Very enjoyable stay and credit to all the staff. Great outside terrace to relax by the bar area and food was excellent - overall it was a great stay and look forward to returning soon
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at Greyfriars when visiting from Canada for my cousin's wedding. My hotel room was beautiful and spacious. The breakfasts were amazing and the staff polite, friendly and accommodating. The location was convenient. Loved every minute! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building and excellent service. Delighted to be offered a free upgrade :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend a visit!
Lovely hotel and staff are super friendly and welcoming! Was upgraded to a suite with outside terrace which was great. Only niggle was the bath plug wouldn't empty so all in all, a great stay. Had a crab dish for dinner which was fresh and tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024