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Brook Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Tudor inn with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Executive Room (Four Poster) | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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High Street, Colchester, England, CO1 1DJ
  • Place, Colchester Castle Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colchester Town Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Colchester Castle Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room (Four Poster) | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room (Four Poster)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Colchester

Brook Red Lion Hotel places you next to Colchester Town Hall and Tymperleys Clock Museum. This 24-room, 3-star inn has a restaurant and 24-hour room service, along with free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Colchester Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Xtreme Gaming - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mercury Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 8 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Purple Dog - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Other Monkey Tap Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bill's Colchester Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Brook Red Lion Hotel

Tudor inn with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Brook Red Lion Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a library, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with pay movies. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free newspapers, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 4.50 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Parliament Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1465
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 4.50 per night (1640 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Brook Red Lion
Brook Red Lion Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel
Brook Red Lion Hotel Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel Colchester, Essex
Colchester Red Lion
Red Lion Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel Inn
Brook Red Lion Hotel Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel Inn Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

Brook Red Lion Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Brook Red Lion Hotel?

This inn is located in Colchester, just steps from Colchester Town Hall and Colchester Castle Museum, and within a short walk of Colchester Castle Park. You'll also find Mercury Theatre and Xtreme Gaming less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

No, this inn doesn't offer parking.

Does Brook Red Lion Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Brook Red Lion Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Brook Red Lion Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Brook Red Lion Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Brook Red Lion Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Brook Red Lion Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Parliament Restaurant.

Will Brook Red Lion Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Brook Red Lion Hotel for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Brook Red Lion Hotel?

The closest major airport to Brook Red Lion Hotel is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 23.8 mi away. Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Brook Red Lion Hotel.

Does Brook Red Lion Hotel host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Brook Red Lion Hotel.

Brook Red Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 343 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Angela

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had room 5 at the front. Very noisy from taxi rank & general street noise. Cold as radiator not working and window wouldn't stay shut as restrictor fitted wrongly. Toilet reluctant to flush, towel rail disconnected from pipe, plug in sink ineffective, kettle too big to get under tap. Main room light dim, only one bedside light, not possible to read after dark. The restaurant isn't open in the evening. Staff were pleasant and helpful and did supply an electric heater after we complained about teh cold.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic, excellent location and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every nice staff. Noce building with lots of history ohhh and ghosts
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel really and staff are friendly. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfy room although a bit hot and window didn't open far enough to get a breeze through
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The whole property needs a serious upgrade/renovation. Its history is very interesting but everything is shabby & worn. On arrival the person at reception had difficulty understanding English, obviously his 2nd language & we of course had trouble understanding him, although he had a very pleasant manner. We had an almost impossible climb to our room which although cleanish was very outdated with worn carpet with holes. The other staff we spoke to were helpful & kind. It would have helped to be given the town map & proper accurate car parking instruction on arrival. A one & a half star rating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark, Southend on Sea

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Brook Red Lion is a lovely old building, dating back to the 1400s...lots of wooden beamscand original features. But.... Firstly, it's right on the main high street, so it was noisy. There is a nightclub almost directly opposite (Trilogy) with music load music until 2:00am on Friday night. The windows are single glazed, so it was loud in the room right through, with little chance of sleep. And expect church bells to wake you at 7:00am. Next....the property is historic and has"wow factor". But it needs some love...it needs updating. The bed was too soft, and the room felt unloved....not dirty, but not clean to modern standards. Then....the breakfast should be a lot better. It was served buffet style, but the cooked food was cold and overcooked (very dry fried eggs, for example, which were inedible). Overall...I'd love to be more positive but it's really difficult. For the money it should be a lot better.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Angela was so helpful and friendly also the bar staff only moan was the bar didn't open until 3 pm and had no drinks on draft
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Tudor style central hotel.

A great location with easy access to the Castle, Park, Shops and transport. However, because our room was the front of the hotel,we found it very noisy both inside and fom the street outside. A nightclub directly opposite and a taxi rank outside. Not sure, but the rear rooms may be quieter. There is a cozy lounge and bar/restaurant, but doesn't seem to attract many clientell. Good value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Heath

Traveled with group
Checked in and the room only had one small bed which you won’t fit 2 6foot lads in. Booked a twin room but that’s the only room available so didn’t stay and had to find other arrangement. Not easy on a Saturday night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very central so walk to anywhere in the town. Quirky but very acceptable. Some people wouldn't like some aspects but good for one night. Would stay again. No parking but street parking lets you park 3 hours before 8pm and after 8am. Unfortunately I misread the signs and parked on a disabled. An extra £35!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is old and dates but we didn’t pay a lot for the room. Room was clean and tidy but old decor. Was going yo use bar but no one in there including bar staff so didn’t bother and no info on breakfast times, has to ask. On the whole it’s ok for the mo au you pay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Zumetoh

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marian

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verry dirty hotel bad smell
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would never stay in this hotel again. It was absolutely terrible. It was my birthday on Thursday after traveling for 3 hours on bus and 2 trins i wanted a bath to freshen up. I turned the hot tap on the bath went to turn the cold tap on and it wouldn't turn so went to reception told the man who was very uninterested said he can't look at it till tomorrow which was Friday. I tried to sleep but had scalding hot water running all night so no sleep. You couldn't go in the bathroom because it was so hot. I had paid for 2 nights but left in the afternoon. It totally ruined my birthday as my family and i were going to an expensive restaurant on the evening and i couldn't even have a bath. I would likea full refund for both nights or im contacting my solicitor
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

We had a lovely stay and happy with the service.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very dated but ok if you need to get your head down a few junkies hanging about outside but i recon thats just the uk all over nowadays.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

4/10 Poor

Natalie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the hotel is in need of a makeover. It’s such a shame as it’s a lovely old building.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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