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Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Colchester Castle Museum

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Breakfast and lunch served
Lounge
Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

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A12/A120 Ardleigh Junction, Colchester, England, CO7 7QY
  • Place, Mercury Theatre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Castle Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Colchester

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Colchester Castle Museum and firstsite. This 50-room hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Mercury Theatre - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • University of Essex - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles

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
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paddy & Scott’s - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Colchester Castle Museum
At Dragonfly Hotel Colchester, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and express check-in. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, ironing boards, and desks are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

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 elevator
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

This hotel is located in Colchester, close to Colchester Castle Park, Colchester Castle Museum, and Colchester Town Hall. You'll also find Dedham Vale and Xtreme Gaming within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester feature a casino at the property?

No, Dragonfly Hotel Colchester doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include courtyard views.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dragonfly Hotel Colchester serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Dragonfly Hotel Colchester allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

The closest major airport to Dragonfly Hotel Colchester is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 26.6 mi away. Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 28.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester.

Reviews

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 836 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 836 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 836 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 836 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 836 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Suzanne, Sleaford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great option to split the journey home after a late arrival off the ferry. Staff are amazing. There were not many guests in the bar when I arrived so was very quiet. I would have liked there to be dedicated motorcycle parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

8/10 Good

T

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Colin

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not many staff on this morning for brekkie but it was fine x
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Hayden

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Very Disappointing

Our 2 night stay in room 122 was not the best. The room was generally clean except for the persistent odour of stale urine (which was unsuccessfully treated) in the bathroom. Very warm nights were the main cause of restlessness. There was no cooling aprart from keeping the window open to the still night air on the first night. The second night was better with a mild breeze. No fan or air conditioning was present. Breakfast was uninspiring with low quality sausages and a scrambled egg mass. The toaster was very ancient and needed some studying to find out how it worked. The toasting was very hit and miss. Tea was OK and coffee from a vending machine (no payment required), really not a good substitute for a good filter or espresso machine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy. Best of this type of hotel I’ve stayed in for the Colchester area. Hot and continental breakfast. Tables needed clearing though. Very little staff presence. Clean and basic rooms with no bad smells. Same goes for linen and towels. Easy parking. Easy route into Colchester. Very happy with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Average

Bed very uncomfy, no room service offered and service quite slow
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

J

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent room

Room was decent size,clean and generally comfortable. The bathroom fan wasn't working properly, the shampoo and shower gel dispensers were empty and no staff available to help.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

P C

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

8/10 Good

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Clean, efficient, helpful service. Easy check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vikki

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok stay for the night. Bed was comfortable. Room catered for needs. Need to get coffee machine fixed. A note to say ‘please use kettle’ was needed. Staff very helpful and pleasant. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Manoj

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
As vegetarians, there was no hot food available at breakfast for which we had paid and would have expected. Even the continental breakfast was sparse! I would even have expected some biscuits in the room for the daily charge. The rooms are not changed daily either
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just the ticket. No complaints at all. Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice overnight stay. The hotel decor was welcoming, warm and bright, and all staff were friendly and professional. The beds were fresh, clean and comfortable and the bathroom was very clean. The shower was powerful and hot and there were toiletries provided if needed. We brought our own hairdryer and there didn't appear to be one provided in the room. The heating was efficient and easily adjusted. There was a large selection at the continental breakfast buffet, and the cooked breakfast was hot and fresh, with good quality bacon and sausages. Our only slight criticism was that the breakfast tables were painted wood with no covering and did not appear as clean as they could be. Tea/coffee stains on the table tops and dust in the grooves around the edges detracted from the otherwise lovely, bright breakfast room. The paper menus were also food/drink stained and could easily be replaced. Overall we thought The Dragonfly was a great, reasonably priced hotel for our overnight stay and we would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nigel

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

Nice hotel everything thats needed

Nice hotel, clean, warm welcoming. Location for Colchester excellent Breakfast lovely, tasty and plentiful, cooked or continental on offer. Rooms spacious, warm. Only low point was no daily housekeeping, so had to replenish tea, coffee, milk from breakfast area, not a real problem lots to pick from there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tarik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean beautiful surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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