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St Nicholas Hotel

Property class: 3

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A balcony with a view of buildings, a table with chairs, and a glass door.
A parking area with 'Electric Vehicle Charging Only' signs and a 'Hand Stretch' sign.
A hallway with beige carpet, white walls, and dark doors.
A hotel facade with a sign for St. Nicholas Hotel, adjacent to a building with a 'Three Wise Monkeys' sign.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

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, Mercury Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with built-in lighting, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, City View

A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Deluxe Double Room, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a modern headboard.

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view.

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wardrobe.

Family Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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-out, a front desk safe and 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
  • ‪Bill's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Other Monkey Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

St Nicholas Hotel

St Nicholas Hotel offers its guests express check-out, a front desk safe, and a lift. 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-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

  • 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: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
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

  • American Express
  • 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 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
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. 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 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St Nicholas Hotel on 4 Oct 2026 start from NZ$160, 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 4:00 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. 375 out of 912 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 912 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 912 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 912 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 912 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people Good clean easy to find location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place in a high street
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean Parking was fine
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in an amazing location. Directly in front of the castle, on the high street and minutes walk from major stores.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy and on Colchester high street, so a perfect location. Breakfast was served in the hotel opposite, was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic room with wonderful terrace.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money excellent room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean large room, parking in nearby sister hotel, would benefit from a vending machine. But will def use again when next in Colchester
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were good but the heating was stuck on maximum temperature
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, clean and big. Shower nice and powerful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room Great staff Lovely shower Comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking was easy but on the expenses side should be free for the stay at hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, perfect for a quick overnight. Be aware standard rooms do not come with a smart tv, yet superior rooms do. Wish we had known this before booking as we were intending to watch a live event in the room but could not.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Getting a little run down. Homeless people camping outside . Rooms need more maintenance done.. cleaning can be a little better
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Room is getting very worn out , as is the bed ! The windows need cleaning better & the Balcony is very dirty ! The carpet and walls could also do with a refresh - also the fan in the room was so old and run down
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To noisy outside as club opposite other then that all good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026