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University of Essex - Colchester Campus

2.0 star property
Hostel with 3 restaurants, walk to University of Essex

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Economy Single Room (shared bathroom) | View from room
Economy Single Room (shared bathroom)
Daily full breakfast (GBP 6.00 per person)
Basic Single Room (with en-suite) | Bathroom amenities
Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

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  • BarBarBar

Your area essentials

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University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, England, CO4 3SQ
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Essex1 min walk
  • Popular LocationColchester Castle Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationColchester Town Hall8 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)61 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Basic Single Room (with en-suite)

1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room (with en-suite)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Colchester

At University of Essex - Colchester Campus you'll be steps from University of Essex and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from High Woods Country Park. Highlights at this hostel include 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and 2 coffee shops/cafes. .The café, Blue's Cafe, is open for breakfast and lunch. Su Bar is the hostel's own bar. Business travelers can take advantage of 15 meeting rooms and a conference centre. Added amenities include a gym, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Colchester hostel, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Hollytrees Museum and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Colchester Visitor Information Centre.
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What's nearby

  • University of Essex - 1 min walk
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 6 min drive
  • Colchester Castle Park - 6 min drive
  • Colchester Town Hall - 8 min drive
  • Colchester Zoo - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Colchester Hythe Station - 4 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Johnny Mac's Fish & Chips - 3 min drive
  • Sullivans Fish & Chip Shop - 6 min drive
  • Bambu Vietnamese - 20 min walk
  • Top Bar - 3 min walk
  • Boadicea Bar & Restaurant - 4 min drive

About this property

University of Essex - Colchester Campus

Hostel with 3 restaurants, walk to University of Essex
There are 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby corner/local shop. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. There are 15 meeting rooms available. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly University of Essex - Colchester Campus. Self parking is free.

This Colchester hostel is smoke free.

  • 1500 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
University of Essex - Colchester Campus offers 1500 shared accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries. This Colchester hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Blue's Cafe
  • Buffalo Joe's
  • Canteen
  • Su Bar
  • TopBar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Wedding services
  • Weekly housekeeping

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: Information Point

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 6.00 for adults and from GBP 6.00 for children

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

University Essex Colchester Campus Hostel
University Essex Campus Hostel
University Essex Campus Hoste
University of Essex Colchester Campus
University of Essex - Colchester Campus Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at University of Essex - Colchester Campus?

Yep, University of Essex - Colchester Campus has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to University of Essex - Colchester Campus?

The closest beach to University of Essex - Colchester Campus is St. Osyth Beach (14.5 km).

Does University of Essex - Colchester Campus serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at University of Essex - Colchester Campus?

No, University of Essex - Colchester Campus does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at University of Essex - Colchester Campus?

Yep, you can grab a meal at University of Essex - Colchester Campus's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at University of Essex - Colchester Campus?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at University of Essex - Colchester Campus?

No, pets are not allowed.

University of Essex - Colchester Campus Reviews

Reviews

6.6
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6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well spaced out over a large area. Therefore it means a 10 minute walk to reception, 10 mins to accommodation, 5 mins back to car park. There are hills and stairs. The accommodation is basic, but quite adequate. As it is only available during Summer, there are not many people at the University and the internet speed is excellent! The doors tend to slam, but overall it was a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Rahaf

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Essex University Campus- Colchester. Good VFM
This is Campus accommodation. The price reflects what you get, whilst saying that, it was value for money. A very friendly team upon arrival who were most helpful. The room is campus accommodation, so dont go expecting Egyptian Cotton bedding, welcome trays, televisions etc. The important thing was that it was extremely clean, the bed comfortable, safe and secure. The campus has a number of facilities for dining and bars together with a number of various shops. Car parking within easy walking distance. Good power supply for my computer and free Wi Fi. All in all it offers good value for money against what else was available in the area. If i was in the area again I would book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Timothy

Uni Campus Colchester
The room was tidy if not a bit basic, but was very quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Kevin

Great stay
Very happy with my stay 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Typical University Accommodation!
Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018