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Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a brick column, and white furniture.
A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a wooden headboard, and a sign reading "PURE" on the bed.
A cozy indoor seating area with two plush armchairs and a small table, a brick wall with framed pictures, and a large window overlooking a blue door.
A conservatory with wicker furniture, a sofa, and potted plants.
A bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a counter with a tap.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Explore the area

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A12/A120 Ardleigh Junction, Colchester, England, CO7 7QY
  • Place, High Woods Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Zoo
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a red accent pillow, and two bedside lamps.

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a headboard, bedside tables, and a carpeted floor.

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Executive Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Colchester

At Dragonfly Hotel Colchester, you'll be 5.8 km (3.6 mi) from Colchester Castle Museum and 7.7 km (4.8 mi) from University of Essex. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Plus you'll find a garden, express check-in and luggage storage. Full breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Colchester hotel include firstsite and Mercury Theatre.

What's nearby

  • High Woods Country Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 12 min drive - 15.8 km
  • University of Essex - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 25 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Great Bentley Station - 10 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oak Tree Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paddy & Scott’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beijing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dog & Pheasant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Dragonfly Hotel Colchester also features a terrace, a garden, and express check-in. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester offers 50 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 per person

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.
    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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Colchester Quality Hotel
Quality Colchester
Quality Hotel Colchester
Colchester Quality Inn
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester on 24 Aug 2026 start from NZ$181, 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 Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

Yep, Dragonfly Hotel Colchester has a free self car park.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

No, Dragonfly Hotel Colchester does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

No, pets are not allowed.

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 896 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 896 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 896 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 896 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 896 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast, room, staff, environment all great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff and great food
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, helpful staff and comfortable beds,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very basic breakfast choice, evening food was good though
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All great no issues nice breakfast free parking, a little out of the city but easy with a car
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy beds and tv with airplay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helped with early check in spotlessly clean very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast choice not the best, evening meal was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Klarna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff clean room great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nobody at reception . After ringing the bell for awhile we managed to get someone going home from their shift to help us. That said the rooms were clean and comfortable and we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast options a bit limited for vegetarians
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Every where is clean, staff very polite and friendly, always smiling.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Des

Staff great Hotel bit dated and out on a limb
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was fine. Good value, clean, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was a good size and comfortable. Hotel is spacious and staff are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not for me, Avoid if possible. Another one of his hotels is used for immigrants[so I was told]
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night for a cheerleading competition. Beds were really comfortable. Price was really good and the evening meal was delicious and a good price. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here before setting off on Eastern European aid trips. Great hotel at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean quiet hotel good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay at the Dragonfly hotel. The staff are friendly and always helpful. The room was clean and tidy. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast needs serious improvement.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel . good price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Roy

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

Good accommodate at sensible price

Nice stay and reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Breakfast over cooked
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable room. Good ensuite. Hotel staff very friendly. Breakfast a little limited but overall a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025