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Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Colchester Castle Museum
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)
Restaurant
Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
East Street, Colchester, England, CO1 2TZ
  • The Minories Galleries
    11 min walk
  • Xtreme Gaming
    13 min walk
  • Colchester Castle Museum
    14 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    55 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Exterior
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Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
4.1 out of 5, Very good, (1000)
The price is NZ$146
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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About the area

Colchester

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel puts you in the heart of Colchester, within a 20-minute stroll of Colchester Castle Museum and Colchester Town Hall. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The Tudor Bar/Brasserie is open for breakfast. Business amenities include a meeting room and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Colchester hotel include firstsite and Colchester Castle Park.

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Colchester Town Hall - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Essex - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Hythe Station - 14 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪East St Grill Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The New Town Tavern - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fridays Fish & Chips - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Naka Thai - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Goat & Boot - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Colchester Castle Museum
Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre and a meeting room are available. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel also features 24-hour room service, express check-out, and a front desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel offers 39 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Digital televisions are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Croatian, English, French, German, Hungarian, Latvian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • The Tudor Bar/Brasserie

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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 20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20 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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 8.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

Yep, Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel on 8 Dec 2024 start from NZ$119.01, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

The closest beach to Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel is St. Osyth Beach (16.8 km).

What makes Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel.

Does Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, English brekkie is on offer weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

No, Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 623 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 623 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 623 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 623 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 623 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely rooms & very picturesque, but no air conditioning in the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kieron

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay for a short visit
Friendly staff, quick and easy check-in, room very clean & well looked after. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic and quaint charm
I enjoyed my stay at the Rose And Crown, I couldn’t fault my room, it was very clean, the bed was comfortable and it had all the usual amenities you would expect. The hotel is historically old and has a quaint character about it, so don’t expect it to be spotlessly clean like the modern, characterless hotels. I would recommend the Rose And Crown to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely
Love this type of oldies!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

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

10/10 Excellent

Viera

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

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and clean and tidy rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

HAYLEY

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointing, far too much money for a room that is clearly not executive, tiny, shower freezing, not worth the money , no parking despite saying it’s included, stay away from this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Terence

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no evening food available. Breakfast the next morning was £15 and very poor. Staff were courteous but slow.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mr Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

6/10 Okay

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Could do with a revamp decor needs updating windows did not open window and frame was very dirty blind did not work not very good value for the money regards alan neal
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stopped over on my way back to London after a long day. I had to check in very late [1am], but it wasn't an issue at all. Very friendly staff. Room as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2 night stay
Hotel was clean,staff were friendly but the only food available was breakfast which meant after a 5 hour journey my partner and i had to go and find somewhere to eat . The bar is also only open for a limited time and there's no room service so although a very nice place to stay it does seem like an expensive bed and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

6/10 Okay

isabel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, was given upgraded room, staff were excellent, very good breakfast, would definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable convenient hotel
Great hotel on the edge of town. We parked mid day with no problem and the desk is 24 hours so we left everything in the car and checked in just before midnight with no issue. They'd warned us that there was an event on that night but there was no noise or disruption that we could tell. The bed was the biggest I've seen - very comfortable. The shower was great - good pressure and temperature. The only slight negative was the really creaky floor - but that was probably worse for who ever was underneath us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024