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Talbooth House & Spa

Property class: 4

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A nighttime view of a pool area with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with large windows.
A large, two-story building with a prominent chimney, large windows, and a covered patio area with chairs and umbrellas.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative mirror.
A bar area with shelves of various liquor bottles, a bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne, and a martini glass on the counter.
A modern dining area with a glass partition, a fireplace, and a television in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$506
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

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Stratford Road, Talbooth House & Spa, Colchester, England, CO7 6HN
  • Place, Dedham Vale
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a chandelier.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a view of greenery through the window.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a zebra-patterned headboard, a bedside table with a book, a large mirror, and a small round table.

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Colchester

At Talbooth House & Spa you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Bridge Cottage and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A relaxing visit to Talbooth Spa can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and mani/pedis along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The fine-dining restaurant, Talbooth Restaurant, is open for lunch and dinner. Jack's Bar is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Enjoy the Hot tub, sauna and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. 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. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Colchester hotel, you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Dedham Vale and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden.

What's nearby

  • Dedham Vale - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Flatford Mill - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • University of Essex - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 22 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Manningtree Station - 13 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fields Farm Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jubilee Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wooden Fender - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paddy & Scott’s - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Talbooth House & Spa

Talbooth House & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A sauna, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Talbooth House & Spa. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Colchester hotel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Talbooth House & Spa offers 12 accommodations with free minibar items and free newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Talbooth Spa has 6 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Jack's Bar
  • milsoms
  • Talbooth Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 35.0 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 35.0 per day.

Payment types

American ExpressMastercardVisa

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 35.0 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 35.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per day

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Talbooth House Spa
Talbooth House & Spa Hotel
Talbooth House & Spa Colchester
Talbooth House & Spa Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Talbooth House & Spa?

Talbooth House & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Talbooth House & Spa?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Talbooth House & Spa on 22 Sept 2026 start from AU$506, 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 Talbooth House & Spa?

Yep, Talbooth House & Spa has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Talbooth House & Spa?

Yep, Talbooth Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Talbooth House & Spa have a pool?

Talbooth House & Spa has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Talbooth House & Spa?

Talbooth House & Spa features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with memory foam beds, premium bedding and free minibar items.

What makes Talbooth House & Spa a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Talbooth House & Spa.

Does Talbooth House & Spa serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Talbooth House & Spa?

No, Talbooth House & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Talbooth House & Spa?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Talbooth House & Spa?

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

Are pets allowed at Talbooth House & Spa?

Furry friends are welcome at Talbooth House & Spa, with food and water bowls on offer.

Talbooth House & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff very good breakfast was excellent spa was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptional and the place was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay, lovely location and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property, food was great! 10/10 stay would definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

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

A Perfect Stay

This was an absolutely perfect stay, beautiful room, amazing service and great food at Milsoms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place, staff were exceptional made you feel very welcome. The food is very nice and a nice pool and spa to unwind and relax in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An amazing night with incredible staff and food highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed every second of our stay and the staff couldn’t have done enough for us. Fully recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Papa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with my stay. Lovely staff and very helpful. Will come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent and friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shelagh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious room - staff very helpful- beautiful surroundings - lovely breakfast - asked to extend room for 1 hour and no quibble. Even an electric charge point - sadly did not get to experience the spa. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

The staff were all excellent - helpful, solicitous and in all occasions went above and beyond. Property & room were beautiful. Food was brilliant. Will definitely be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most wonderful stay at this boutique hotel. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and we had a lovely room - Masefield, which had a large sitting area, a patio and a large bathroom. Will certainly return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply amazing. From we were greeted at reception we were made to feel welcome and nothing was too much trouble. The Pool House and Spa was made extra special by the brilliant weather we had this weekend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A late booking as staying close by the night before. Perfect. Facilities are great, bonus having pool and outside hot tub and sauna. Staff went above and and very friendl. Highly recommend and will go again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Amenities
There are so many elements that are great about this hotel - the large bathrooms, magazines and book in the rooms (so rare now), the Jo Loves products in the bathroom, the fresh milk in the fridge! B U T the place needs more staff, there was only one person who was front of house at any time - managing the bar, driving the shuttle to / from the restaurant. It shows - the carpets on the stairs were not hoovered and the place is a bit sadder for it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

Sublime

This was a wonderful experience, very friendly staff who were always ready to help, offering glasses of chilled water in the spacious and well-furnished public rooms and alcohol in the evenings. We stayed in the large Shakespeare room, often used as a Bridal Suite. The spa is great, with a good sized pool, a jacuzzi and unusual sauna. Really good breakfasts served in bedrooms and at the nearby sister-hotel Milsoms. The fine dining at the main restaurant on the nearby River Stour was sublime, with exquisite food, terrific service, a knowledgeable sommelier and wonderful ambience at tables outside under large parasols. Staff offer free shuttle service to and from both restaurants whenever required. A super weekend, we will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Brilliant service, very good stay

Fabulous service, couldn’t fault that. A few suggestions, for £27.50 pp I would expect breakfast to be cooked freshly, it was very lukewarm from the hot plates. A small point but the room key attachment being a silicon spoon made no sense or representation to the brand? The staircase carpet was quite dirty on arrival. You can see the building being a bit jaded in parts. The patio area on Tennyson was hugely uninspiringWe did have a very nice stay 4* rather than 5* which we had hoped for, sorry. Once again though the service was outstanding from reception to the spa to Milsoms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

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