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St Nicholas Hotel

3.0 star property
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In the heart of Colchester, St Nicholas Hotel offers a warm welcome with in-room WiFi and smoke-free premises. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff, while you can also take advantage of express check-in and check-out, an elevator for easy navigation, English breakfast options, self parking facilities when needed.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Feature Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Espresso maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Colchester, St Nicholas Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. Colchester Castle Museum and Layer Marney Tower are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Colchester Zoo and Beth Chatto Garden. Don't miss out on a visit to Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum.
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Map
High Street St Nicholas Hotel, Colchester, England, CO1 1DN

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Xtreme Gaming - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Colchester Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 6 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Wise Monkeys - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Other Monkey Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Slug & Lettuce - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Roots & Grooves - ‬1 min walk

About this property

St Nicholas Hotel

Hotel near University of Essex
Located close to Colchester Castle Museum and Mercury Theatre, St Nicholas Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at St Nicholas Hotel include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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The George of Colchester
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  • Breakfast available
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7.8 out of 10, Good, 646 reviews
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 12 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The George Hotel]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's breakfast is served at a nearby hotel located 50 yards away.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 12.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
St Nicholas Hotel Hotel
St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
St Nicholas Hotel Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Is St Nicholas Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 12.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at St Nicholas Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at St Nicholas Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is St Nicholas Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Colchester, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Colchester Castle Museum and Mercury Theatre. University of Essex and Colchester Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km). Colchester Town Station is 6 minutes by foot and Colchester Station is 20 minutes.

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Reviews

St Nicholas Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 328 out of 787 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 787 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 787 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 787 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 787 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Narasimma Prasad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , Clean & large rooms and close to the high street, restaurants and pubs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

toni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room Great staff Lovely shower Comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spotless. The bed was comfortable, staff were helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff courteous nice friendly check in, room very clean nice large bed very comfy, bit of noise from pub next door but completely expected this didn’t affect our sleeping and the noise stopped around 2 am, nice breakfast this morning so overall good night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had to leave early due to extremely thin walls and doors slamming, but the room was so clean and lovely, wish we could have stayed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic but clean and comfortable and had all we needed for a one night stay. Balcony was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself (hallways) is a bit like a travelodge but the room we stayed in, 911, was really clean and the bed was really comfy. It was quite warm though so not sure what it would be like in summer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

taran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, got plenty of fore warning that their lift was down. Comfy bed with extra pillows. Everything was clean and fresh. Right on the high street so very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stat

Smooth check in , nice room and superb location - surprisingly quiet !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good room and loved it being in centre of town . Staff were very accommodating I asked for sheets for sofa bed and they arrived in 5 minutes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location right in the middle of town. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would return

Pleasant stay. Clean and modern. It is noisy until the pubs shut but it’s on a main high street so to be expected. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is an annex of the George hotel with nice rooms good showers and great location . We were in room 706 which being on the High Street side was noisy with the window open due to the warm temperatures and lack of AC. The TV was in danger of falling off the wall. That being said it was a good value stay although a walk over the road for breakfast was fine for us due to the great weather but would have been less desirable in the wet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great location

great central location with plenty of places to eat and drink
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

jean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
well situated
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and a good price but could benefit from a fan in every room or air-conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

F B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great hotel modern and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Eliz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again

Great location, good standard room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Maxine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for our needs

Situated right in the heart of Colchester. Our room was a family one so very spacious and comfortable. It was perfect for our needs as we were attending a concert in Chelmsford but if you wanted an early night I wouldn’t recommend the location as it was very noisy up until midnight. We also struggled to park as the one recommended at The George Hotel where you check in was rammed! This was our only real problem otherwise a great stay,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lady was polite at check in, the hotel was very clean & well provided loads of space beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Fabulous location rooms are lovely and well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay comfortable and clean ..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, rooms were classy and immaculate. Very comfy stay! Will return when next in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful Stay

Amazing wonderful stay in Colchester once again. We’ve stayed at this hotel several times before. On the plus side we were given a free upgrade to a wonderful room with the balcony. Hotel is part of the George Hotel which I strongly recommend for a Sunday lunch. All staff at hotel were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024