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Wivenhoe House Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from University of Essex
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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, England, CO4 3FA
  • University of Essex
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Colchester Castle Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Beth Chatto Garden
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪46 min drive‬
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Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Colchester

Wivenhoe House Hotel places you next to University of Essex and within a few miles (5 km) of other popular attractions like Colchester Castle Park. This 40-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • University of Essex - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Mercury Theatre - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 14 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Alresford Station - 4 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peking Palace - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sullivans Fish & Chip Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spinnaker Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Mac's Fish & Chips - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Hotel with free parking, steps from University of Essex
At Wivenhoe House Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, safes, and desks.

Languages

English

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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
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • the brasserie

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25 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 17.50 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 per night

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Wivenhoe House Hotel?

Wivenhoe House Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Wivenhoe House Hotel?

This hotel is located in Colchester, close to Beth Chatto Garden, Colchester Castle Park, and Colchester Town Hall. You'll also find Mercury Theatre and Xtreme Gaming within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Wivenhoe House Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, free RV/bus/truck parking, and electric car charging are also available.

Does Wivenhoe House Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Wivenhoe House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Wivenhoe House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Wivenhoe House Hotel good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does Wivenhoe House Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Wivenhoe House Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Wivenhoe House Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at the brasserie.

Does Wivenhoe House Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Wivenhoe House Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Wivenhoe House Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Wivenhoe House Hotel?

The closest major airport to Wivenhoe House Hotel is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 24 mi away. Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 29.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Wivenhoe House Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Wivenhoe House Hotel offer a furnished balcony and may feature garden views.

Wivenhoe House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 504 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Wivenhoe House Hotel was excellent. Lionel was absolutely
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

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

What a lovely stay!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

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

Noisy wedding disturbance

Staff always first class. Hot classic room in the old part of the hotel. Booked a classic room but was hoping for the new side as cooler. Also noisy wedding event outside the window. Non wedding guests would be better suited away from the event.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

H

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a beautiful area and very comfort for my room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beautiful surrounds especially the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

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

Beautiful Property next to University of Essex

A beautiful property with a lovely historical charm- though a bit on the expensive side. The reception team was incredibly friendly and accommodating. I stayed in the Hilton room for a night before my graduation at the University of Essex, and it made the occasion feel even more special.
Lounge area
Hilton Room
Hilton room- bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. I was very impressed by it all. Our room was the Charles Gooch Suite, which was so lovely and extremely large, perfect as we had our 4 year old son with us, who slept on the pull out sofa. I love how the hotel keeps the period features of the house so well, yet of course has all the modern facilities. Overall: spotlessly clean, helpful staff, comfortable beds, beautiful room, i would definitely recommend/return if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gurdip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was set in lovely grounds, forming
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel. Our room the Brettingham was lovely. The weather was lovely so we were ablebto enjoy some drinks out on the garden terrace. The staff were all really friendly right feom check in to check out! We had breakfast in our room. We had a full english and it was huge and really great quality food! Will definitely comw back again 😁
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chu Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sophie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

That little extra dutorisr

An amazing night away celebrating our 60th wedding anniversary. Great suprise was the welcome in our bedroom after it had mentioned we. Were celebrating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

A hotel of the highest class.

Everything about this hotel is excellent. The staff are super friendly and helpful whether they’re on reception, the room cleaners, or brassiere staff. Comfortable beds and great views across the hotel grounds. My only tiny gripe was at breakfast when, even though the menu says that cooked breakfast is cooked to order unless it is particularly busy ( which it wasn’t when I was there as there were only about 8 people having breakfast), the bacon had obviously been pre-cooked and stood under a hot lamp for too long so that it was hard and rubbery. A shame as it was top class bacon. That aside, everything else was just about perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anastasia

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadly my stay was just the one night as this was a luxurious hotel, friendly staff within a picturesque setting and would have liked the time to have enjoyed it longer
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monika

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

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