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Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

3.0 star property
Hotel in Colchester with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Lounge
Lounge
Exterior
Executive Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast and lunch served
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
A12/A120 Ardleigh Junction, Colchester, England, CO7 7QY
  • Popular LocationColchester Castle Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Essex8 min drive
  • Popular LocationColchester Zoo11 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)53 min drive

Room options

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

Standard Twin Room

  • 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

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

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

Standard Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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$139 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
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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

  • Colchester Castle Park - 7 min drive
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 7 min drive
  • University of Essex - 8 min drive
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 10 min drive
  • Colchester Zoo - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Colchester Great Bentley Station - 10 min drive
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />London (SEN-Southend): 63-min drive, 43.2 mi/69.6 km<br /> Stansted Airport (STN): 57-min drive, 35.4 mi/57 km<br /> <p></p>

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • The Wooden Fender - 5 min drive
  • The Oak Tree Coffee House - 4 min drive
  • Dog and Pheasant - 4 min drive

About this property

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Hotel in Colchester with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
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 and a garden.
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.

Languages

English

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

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

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: 2 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

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 fire extinguisher, 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: 2 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

As of May 10, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester on May 12, 2024 start from $85.5, excluding 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.

What can I see close to Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

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

Is there parking available 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 do couples enjoy most about Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

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

Are there hot tubs at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

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 that I can book at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester.

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 751 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 751 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 751 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 751 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 751 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cannot fault this hotel or the staff in any way! Exceptionally clean, friendly staff, decent food and extremely affordable. The toiletries were of a decent variety and lovely too. After reading some rather horrifying reviews, I found myself looking for such faults. However, i didnt find a single one. Will certainly return and use the hotel again if travelling in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I booked an executive double room but it was identical to the standard double room I had at the Dragonfly hotel in Ipswich the previous night. It wasn’t an executive room. The room is reasonably comfortable but when I have booked an executive room in the past it has more room and bigger desk etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not the best place to find.
It was fine, although not the best place to find if you don't know the area and it's dark. We missed the turning off the slip road and then couldn't turn around as we were on to a dual carriage way with no immediate roundabouts. It took us at least 15 miles out of our way. There needs to be a sign or make reference to what signs are there. The other points to make are no mention was made about having to register for parking, or offer of a WiFi password.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you 🙂
A fantastic start to the New Year. Always welcomed with a smile, the room clean and aired, the receptionist helped with all that was asked, thank you to all of the team.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall very good value for money
Staff were helpful and friendly. The room was comfortable. The cooked breakfast could have been better and also the coffee but overall very good value for money. My only gripe was the internet access which you can only access by filling in a form with a lot of personal details that you must agree can be used by others for marketing. There was no opt out option. So I decided to do without. I feel that internet access should not come with added price/conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Emma

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
In need of some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No main light in the room - only had lights in the bathroom & 2 small bedside lights so the room was really dark. There should have been a light above the mirror in the room but this didn’t work. Main shower in the bathroom also didn’t work - had to use the smaller shower head. Walls were paper thin - could hear someone in a neighbouring room snoring and then what sounded like choking & making the strangest noise all night which wasn’t very pleasant. Plenty of towels & breakfast included which was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023