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St Nicholas Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Colchester, steps from Colchester Castle Museum

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Deluxe Double Room, City View
Terrace/patio
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hallway
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Explore the area

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High Street St Nicholas Hotel, Colchester, England, CO1 1DN
  • Place, Colchester Castle Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colchester Castle Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colchester Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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 cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, City View

Deluxe Double Room, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single 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
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Digital channels
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Colchester

St Nicholas Hotel puts you in the heart of Colchester, steps from Colchester Castle Museum and within a 10-minute stroll of Mercury Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers express check-in, express check-out and a front desk safe. Plus you'll find a lift. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Colchester hotel include University of Essex and Colchester Zoo.

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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Other Monkey Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Small Talk Tearooms - ‬3 min walk

About this property

St Nicholas Hotel

Hotel in Colchester, steps from Colchester Castle Museum
St Nicholas Hotel offers its guests express check-in, express check-out, and a front desk safe. The front desk is open around the clock. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
St Nicholas Hotel offers 44 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Colchester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 12 per day)
  • Limited on-site 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 12 for adults and from GBP 6 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 12.00 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
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 cots/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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. 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 and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

What is the cancellation policy at St Nicholas Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at St Nicholas Hotel?

As of 12 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St Nicholas Hotel on 22 Feb 2026 start from NZ$202.76, 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 St Nicholas Hotel?

Yep, St Nicholas Hotel has an uncovered self car park for GBP 12.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to St Nicholas Hotel?

The closest beach to St Nicholas Hotel is Jaywick Sands (19.9 km).

Does St Nicholas Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, English brekkie is on offer weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at St Nicholas Hotel?

No, St Nicholas Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at St Nicholas Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at St Nicholas Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

St Nicholas Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 794 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 794 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 794 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 794 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 794 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was in a very convenient position.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Geraint

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Flooring in lift was danaged and I tripped over it. Room was tatty, curtain hanging of the curtain pole. Divan was damaged excrement stains on towels. Was also really hot, thermostat was not working, thankfully patio doors worked, however the moise from Colchester City Centre is more like Colchester Zoo. Horrendous experience, worst hotel ever.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All great thanks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They was a lot off noise comeing from the next room and from the street
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALIKHAN

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon

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

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Travelled with group
The property was prime position but windows didn’t shut out the noise from on streets and bars below . Also we decided to have the breakfast but service was very slow no one was clearing tables we waited 40 mins for breakfast and the scrambled egg was like liquid on a plate and overall breakfast poor
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shem

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

8/10 Good

Joanna

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Pippa

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Average

The room was very warm even though not a hot day outside. There was air conditioning in the corridors but not the room. I received an email during the day saying that I would receive an upgrade to a suite due to the lift being out of action however when I checked in I was told that I couldn't have an upgrade even when I complained about the room being too hot. Apparently my suite had been given to somebody else. Also when we went for dinner at 8.15 we were told that the kitchen had closed early so that the grilles/canopies could be cleaned. We were not told that we needed to eat earlier due to this when we checked in. We were offered a dessert only! I work in the restaurant business and all maintenance of this kind is planned out of hours so as to not disrupt the customer experience. This should have been the case here. There were still people in the restaurant eating. They should have at least waited to do the work until the service had finished. Apart from that poor experience the rooms were nice,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

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

6/10 Okay

Shawna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Elevator was not working. Couldn’t figure out how to close the balcony door - there was no one to ask and no phone in the room to call front desk. Front desk was in a different hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

john

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Our first night was disappointing as the room had no a/c and the corridor was very hot outside. There was no room to move to. 2nd night we were moved to a cooler room after needing to complain. It was a shame because otherwise it would have been an excellent room in an excellent location. As the room had several fans i cannot believe it was a one off occasion.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pippa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was extremely hot. I had been offered an upgrade to their hotel across the road during the day before my check in due to the lift being out of action but when I checked in the lift was working so my upgrade was removed. When I mentioned about the room being extremely hot I was offered a fan and when i mentioned about the upgrade I had been offered and accepted I was told that I could no longer have it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes it was very local to all amendments
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

taran

Travelled with partner
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

Alison

Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Frederik

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I did not like the noise of the airco next to my room wih balcony. I did not like how hot and stuffy the room was
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025