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The Essex Golf and Country Club

Property class: 3

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A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, a high ceiling, and a glass railing overlooking the area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and multiple framed pictures on the wall.
An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a high ceiling with a triangular design, and a view of the outside through large windows.
A view of a golf course with a clubhouse and a fenced area.
A spa area with a hot tub, tiled floor, windows, and potted plants.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

Explore the area

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Earls Colne, Colchester, England, CO6 2NS
  • Place, Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Paycockes
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, East Anglian Railway Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a small table, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a desk, and a TV.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a phone, and framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a mirror above the bed.

Family Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Twin Room Disability Access

A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a chair.

Twin Room Disability Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the area

Colchester

At The Essex Golf and Country Club, you'll be 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum and 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Paycockes. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a full-service spa and a golf course. .A relaxing visit to Aura can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body scrubs, facials and mani/pedis. The hotel's restaurant is a nice spot to grab a bite. Enjoy access to 3 outdoor tennis courts and 6 indoor tennis courts along with an indoor swimming pool and a gym. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room, conference space, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a hot tub and a sauna. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Colchester hotel include Halstead Leisure Centre and East Anglian Railway Museum.

What's nearby

  • Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Paycockes - 11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • East Anglian Railway Museum - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 22 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Layer Marney Tower - 25 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Marks Tey Station - 13 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Courtyard Tap - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Black Horse Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bull Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪White Hart Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kofi - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Essex Golf and Country Club

The Essex Golf and Country Club offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and outdoor tennis courts. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a health club are also featured at the business-friendly The Essex Golf and Country Club. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Essex Golf and Country Club offers 42 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Aura has 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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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 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pulse

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • 4 indoor padel courts
  • 6 indoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity

More

  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 16 for adults and from GBP 8 for children
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per day

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Club Essex
Essex Club
Essex Country Golf Club
Essex Golf Club
Essex Golf Hotel Colchester
Essex Golf Country Club Colchester
Essex Golf Country Club Hotel Colchester
Golf Club Essex
Essex Golf & Colchester
Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel
Essex Golf & Country Club Colchester
Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

The Essex Golf and Country Club offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essex Golf and Country Club on 18 Oct 2026 start from NZ$158, 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 The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Yep, The Essex Golf and Country Club has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Essex Golf and Country Club?

The closest beach to The Essex Golf and Country Club is Mill Beach (19.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Yep, Aura is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as hot stone massages.

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club have a pool?

The Essex Golf and Country Club has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

What luxury perks are available at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

The Essex Golf and Country Club features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool. All guestrooms come with memory foam beds and premium bedding.

What makes The Essex Golf and Country Club a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Essex Golf and Country Club.

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

No, The Essex Golf and Country Club does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Essex Golf and Country Club's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

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

Are pets allowed at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Essex Golf and Country Club Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 902 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 902 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 902 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 902 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 902 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel would easily recommend as was very good value for money. good food and nice staff - rooms are spacious and beds are large and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, helpful staff, peaceful location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice overnight stay, easy check in and the pool was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Amazing room. definetly stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here most weeks for work and always made to feel at home and comfortable in the room booked Staff are always helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were really friendly and helpful and I enjoyed full use of the pool and spa. Room was clean and comfortable but the bathroom was just showing signs of wear - crack in the sink.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa and pool was excellent and the gym fantastic. Quiet location, a little out of the way. Nice room and extra large bed. Bathroom a bit dated but acceptable. Nice bar, golf course and tennis facilities including paddle courts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and staff and good breakfast and hot tub nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great room and view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ground floor deluxe double room next to the car park. Delivery vans and cars made it a very noisy room from an early hour. Spa and gym were nicely maintained and fully kitted out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, although check inn at 10.30pm proved sketchy Great leisure facilities, with use of pool etc allowed on the day of departure
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in very easy Reception staff extremely helpful All areas very clean Shame about the weather for golf but obviously not down to the hotel but did manage to get 9 holes played Left feeling very relaxed and refreshed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and a lovely room looking out onto the golf course
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No signs for the exit in the ladies pool changing room, and nowhere to leave your room key, which activates your locker, if you can work out how to do it. Nice pool and jacuzzi though, rooms could do with a deep clean, but daily basics are done and it's comfortable. Staff are very helpful and happy to help with queries, rooms spacious and mine had a lovely view, plenty of (free) parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms resembled university halls. No one cleaned our room overnight. Poor condition throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place amazing staff a great hidden treasure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities, staff just a pleasurable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great welcome despite a late check in Comfy room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Everything was fab about this hotel, it's location for us was absolutely key. Room was really clean, separate to the the main building and amenities for pool, bar and
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025