Milsoms

3.0 star property
Hotel in Colchester with 2 restaurants and bar/lounge

Room options

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Local meal delivery service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Colchester

At Milsoms you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Bridge Cottage and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Plus you'll find a banquet hall. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this Colchester hotel, you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Flatford Mill.

What's nearby

  • Dedham Vale - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • University of Essex - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 13 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Manningtree Station - 13 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paddy & Scott’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wooden Fender - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jubilee Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Balkerne Gate - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hare & Hounds - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Milsoms

Hotel in Colchester with 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Milsoms also features a terrace, a garden, and local meal delivery service. Self parking is free.
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
Milsoms offers 15 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Colchester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 27.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 35 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 27.50 for adults and from GBP 12.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Milsoms Hotel
Milsoms Colchester
Milsoms Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Milsoms?

Milsoms offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Milsoms?

As of 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Milsoms on 1 Jan 2026 start from AU$237.19, including 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.

Is parking available at Milsoms?

Yep, Milsoms has a free self car park.

Does Milsoms serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Milsoms?

No, Milsoms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Milsoms?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Milsoms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Milsoms?

Furry friends are welcome at Milsoms, with food and water bowls on offer.

Milsoms Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mr Ronald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely gardens around the property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located for exploring the surrounding area. Receptionist really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pritesh

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. Comfortable room, good food & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanita

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

Pretty boutique property

Beautiful boutique property. Tiny rooms but beautifully furnished. Restaurant had good food and the staff were attentive:)
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location and very good food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024