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The Railway Sleeper Lodge

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Colchester

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Family Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
172 Bergholt Rd, Colchester, England, CO4 5AJ
  • Colchester Castle Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Colchester Town Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • University of Essex
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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Room options

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Family Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Basic Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Colchester

The Railway Sleeper Lodge places you within a mile (2 km) of High Woods Country Park and Tenpin Bowling Colchester. The 7 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse include electric kettles, flat-screen TVs, and desk chairs.
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What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Colchester Town Hall - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • University of Essex - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Station - 8 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Victoria Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Middletons Steakhouse & Grill Colchester - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Marquis - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Railway Sleeper Lodge

Guesthouse in Colchester
Guests of The Railway Sleeper Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 30-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Electric kettles, portable fans, and hair dryers are also available.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Guests are recommended to download the property's Railway Sleeper mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.

Property is also known as

The Railway Sleeper Lodge
The Railway Sleeper Colchester
The Railway Sleeper Lodge Guesthouse
The Railway Sleeper Lodge Colchester
The Railway Sleeper Lodge Guesthouse Colchester

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of The Railway Sleeper Lodge ?

This guesthouse is located in Colchester within a short 20-minute walk of High Woods Country Park. You'll also find Colchester Castle Park and Mercury Theatre within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Railway Sleeper Lodge ?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does The Railway Sleeper Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, The Railway Sleeper Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Railway Sleeper Lodge ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at The Railway Sleeper Lodge ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Railway Sleeper Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Railway Sleeper Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Railway Sleeper Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Railway Sleeper Lodge for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per stay.

Does The Railway Sleeper Lodge have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from The Railway Sleeper Lodge ?

The closest major airport to The Railway Sleeper Lodge is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 24.6 mi away. Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 26.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Railway Sleeper Lodge ?

No, at The Railway Sleeper Lodge , there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

The Railway Sleeper Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

M sadler

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

Night away

I was really good but needed a bit of a deeper clean and some repairs need to be done
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Excellent

Excellent very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

AJAYKUMAR

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in one word, Very good stay so far, I love their perception about their guests, they made room warm before we get in there which I liked the most and everything available in the room itself from tea to iron box (Small fridge, Microwave with clean bowels, fan, luggage rack, refreshments in fridge). Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a hard time figuring out how to adjust the temperature. It was warm in the room, but I did open the windows more which helped a great deal. Wouldn’t recommend for elderly people or anyone with difficulty climbing stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aziz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed for 2 nights Room was nice, clean and well ventilated Had no issues Would like to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tudor

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Catriona, Oldsmar

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor limited parking, terrible noisy fridges. Stairs extremely difficult,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good value

Super convenient with self check in which is great when arriving late. Radiator was on full so room was super hot but it cooled quickly with the window open and radiator off. Unfortunately this let a lot of marijuana smoke into the room from somewhere. Shower was surprisingly good Reasonably convenient for the train station.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and easy no fuss
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was a thoroughly enjoyable stay, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

Perfect stay

Room was bigger than expected. Easy self check in and out Hassle free and good stay Would stay in the future
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Very nice n clean and convenient..

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Wanshika

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too loud at night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Fantastic

fantastic place to stay. nice and cheap, which is always a bonus. would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Sudheeshkumar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well-arranged room with clean toilet.good facilities like fridge, Owen. And a quiet room and a good night's sleep.Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kath

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Given the type of arrangements that the property offered, we found it clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christiana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent reception keep it up, we were supposed to lodge in at 15.00 pm , but were allowed to enter in earlier that was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy

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

Excellent budget accommodation.

Compact room but with everything you need for an overnight business stop. Comfy bed, plenty of power points, fold down table, fridge (with complimentary drinks), and a microwave. Room was spotlessly clean as was the ensuite. Off street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023