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Brook Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Tudor inn with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Executive Room (Four Poster)
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Nightclub
Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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High Street, Colchester, England, CO1 1DJ
  • Place, Colchester Castle Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colchester Town Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colchester Castle Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room (Four Poster)

Executive Room (Four Poster)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Colchester

Brook Red Lion Hotel puts you in the heart of Colchester, within steps of Colchester Town Hall and Tymperleys Clock Museum. Highlights at this Tudor inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, The Parliament Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the inn's own lounge bar. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Colchester inn include Lion Walk Church and Xtreme Gaming.
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What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Colchester Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Xtreme Gaming - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 8 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Purple Dog - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Other Monkey Tap Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bill's Colchester Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Brook Red Lion Hotel

Tudor inn with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Brook Red Lion Hotel.

This Tudor Colchester inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1465
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Brook Red Lion Hotel offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Colchester inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 4.50 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Parliament Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1465
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Pay films

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 4.50 per night (1640 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Brook Red Lion
Brook Red Lion Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel
Brook Red Lion Hotel Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel Colchester, Essex
Colchester Red Lion
Red Lion Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel Inn
Brook Red Lion Hotel Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel Inn Colchester

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

Brook Red Lion Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brook Red Lion Hotel on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$124.89, 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 Brook Red Lion Hotel?

The closest beach to Brook Red Lion Hotel is Jaywick Sands (20.1 km).

Does Brook Red Lion Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

No, Brook Red Lion Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Brook Red Lion Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Brook Red Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 343 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Angela

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had room 5 at the front. Very noisy from taxi rank & general street noise. Cold as radiator not working and window wouldn't stay shut as restrictor fitted wrongly. Toilet reluctant to flush, towel rail disconnected from pipe, plug in sink ineffective, kettle too big to get under tap. Main room light dim, only one bedside light, not possible to read after dark. The restaurant isn't open in the evening. Staff were pleasant and helpful and did supply an electric heater after we complained about teh cold.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic, excellent location and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every nice staff. Noce building with lots of history ohhh and ghosts
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel really and staff are friendly. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfy room although a bit hot and window didn't open far enough to get a breeze through
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ross

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The whole property needs a serious upgrade/renovation. Its history is very interesting but everything is shabby & worn. On arrival the person at reception had difficulty understanding English, obviously his 2nd language & we of course had trouble understanding him, although he had a very pleasant manner. We had an almost impossible climb to our room which although cleanish was very outdated with worn carpet with holes. The other staff we spoke to were helpful & kind. It would have helped to be given the town map & proper accurate car parking instruction on arrival. A one & a half star rating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark, Southend on Sea

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Brook Red Lion is a lovely old building, dating back to the 1400s...lots of wooden beamscand original features. But.... Firstly, it's right on the main high street, so it was noisy. There is a nightclub almost directly opposite (Trilogy) with music load music until 2:00am on Friday night. The windows are single glazed, so it was loud in the room right through, with little chance of sleep. And expect church bells to wake you at 7:00am. Next....the property is historic and has"wow factor". But it needs some love...it needs updating. The bed was too soft, and the room felt unloved....not dirty, but not clean to modern standards. Then....the breakfast should be a lot better. It was served buffet style, but the cooked food was cold and overcooked (very dry fried eggs, for example, which were inedible). Overall...I'd love to be more positive but it's really difficult. For the money it should be a lot better.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Angela was so helpful and friendly also the bar staff only moan was the bar didn't open until 3 pm and had no drinks on draft
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Tudor style central hotel.

A great location with easy access to the Castle, Park, Shops and transport. However, because our room was the front of the hotel,we found it very noisy both inside and fom the street outside. A nightclub directly opposite and a taxi rank outside. Not sure, but the rear rooms may be quieter. There is a cozy lounge and bar/restaurant, but doesn't seem to attract many clientell. Good value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Heath

Travelled with group
Checked in and the room only had one small bed which you won’t fit 2 6foot lads in. Booked a twin room but that’s the only room available so didn’t stay and had to find other arrangement. Not easy on a Saturday night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very central so walk to anywhere in the town. Quirky but very acceptable. Some people wouldn't like some aspects but good for one night. Would stay again. No parking but street parking lets you park 3 hours before 8pm and after 8am. Unfortunately I misread the signs and parked on a disabled. An extra £35!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is old and dates but we didn’t pay a lot for the room. Room was clean and tidy but old decor. Was going yo use bar but no one in there including bar staff so didn’t bother and no info on breakfast times, has to ask. On the whole it’s ok for the mo au you pay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Zumetoh

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marian

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verry dirty hotel bad smell
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would never stay in this hotel again. It was absolutely terrible. It was my birthday on Thursday after traveling for 3 hours on bus and 2 trins i wanted a bath to freshen up. I turned the hot tap on the bath went to turn the cold tap on and it wouldn't turn so went to reception told the man who was very uninterested said he can't look at it till tomorrow which was Friday. I tried to sleep but had scalding hot water running all night so no sleep. You couldn't go in the bathroom because it was so hot. I had paid for 2 nights but left in the afternoon. It totally ruined my birthday as my family and i were going to an expensive restaurant on the evening and i couldn't even have a bath. I would likea full refund for both nights or im contacting my solicitor
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

We had a lovely stay and happy with the service.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very dated but ok if you need to get your head down a few junkies hanging about outside but i recon thats just the uk all over nowadays.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Natalie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the hotel is in need of a makeover. It’s such a shame as it’s a lovely old building.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025