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Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Colchester Castle Park

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Bar (on property)
Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Exterior
Indoor wedding
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

Explore the area

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East Street, Colchester, England, CO1 2TZ
  • Place, Colchester Castle Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Colchester Castle Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Canopy Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Colchester

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel places you in the centre of Colchester, within just a 15-minute stroll of Colchester Castle Park and Colchester Castle Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find express check-out, wedding services and a porter/bellboy. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Colchester hotel include Colchester Town Hall and firstsite.

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Colchester Town Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • University of Essex - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Hythe Station - 14 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beijing - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Goat & Boot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪New Town Tavern - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Artillery Man - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Colchester Castle Park
Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre and a meeting room are available. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel also features 24-hour room service, express check-out, and a front desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel offers 39 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Digital televisions are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20 per night.

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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 8.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 per night

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

Yep, Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel on 25 Jan 2026 start from AU$122.38, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

The closest beach to Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel is Clacton-on-Sea Beach (19.8 km).

What makes Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel.

Does Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, English brekkie is on offer weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

No, Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 292 out of 726 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 726 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 726 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 726 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 726 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Judy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean, good location for transportation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room and bed fine, in the more modern wing. Breakfast very good, a shame hotel does not have lunch/evening restaurant. Reception desk is quite high and receptionist hidden, which gave a rather awkward welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Keir

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
The Rose & Crown is a historic hotel that has charm and historical value. Unfortunately, it does not appear to be being patronised as much as it should. The rooms are warm, clean and comfortable. The staff are friendly which are the most important points for me. The hotel is tired and could benefit from some modernisation. Facilities are also thin on the ground with the absence of a restaurant in the evening. On my last visit, i found that the bar had no draught ales and not even bar snacks. Sadly, i will probably try somewhere else that serves evening food for my next visit to Colchester.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Swetlana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved the rustic look and feel of the hotel. The room was spacious and clean. The bathroom was modern with a rain shower. It is just a short wark to the town centre, which is a bonus. If I am back to Colchester I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Lovely hotel

Love this hotel and stay here whenever visiting Colchester for weekends away. Very quaint with lots of charm and character. We always stay in older part of hotel and find the rooms much nicer there. Would highly recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Bit disappointed

The room was very clean. The reception staff were brilliant also bar staff. Breakfast was a bit disappointing . Toast machine wasn’t working properly, going round 5 times and still not right. The waiter went to the kitchen with a slice of bread and returned with it toasted. When the full English arrived the sausage was nearly white. He took them away. We finished our breakfast. It was after breakfast after about 10 minutes he returned with them cooked but too late. On the whole really think the breakfast was not worth £15.95 each.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori, St. Jacobs O

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a unique hotel! So much history. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed as part of my daughter’s 21st. Ideal for Castle Park and centre. Did not disappoint
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

JAVIER

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good old building reaconditiined. Good service on breakfast, not so good on front desk, just ok. Área near the downtown, at walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth the stay

A recently renovated room and bathroom that was spacious, clean and comfortable. Walking distance to shopping and food precinct with a variety of shops, cafes and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison, Goleta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Convenient location. Nice size room and bath, parking on site A little noisy but not bad for a city location Staff great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Debbie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not good

Upon arrival all seemed ok. Was given the key and told was in the annex . Was a little disappointed but thought benefit of the doubt. Alas ( If you are giving someone an Annexe would be nice to be informed upon booking) . It was very tired looking and had an awful musty smell. We opened the windows for a while but had to close as was going to a concert that night. After a good evening we returned. Unfortunately the smell had not dissipated at all. Opened the window again which stayed open all night. But didn’t make a difference. The bed was awful it was lumpy and every time you moved made a very loud creaking noise. We didn’t have a good nights sleep at all. Because of this it spoilt the second part of our evening. Couldn’t under why the bar was shut at 10.30 as we were told it would still be open, All in all not a good experience and will not visit this hotel again or recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Good value.

Lovely hotel, very friendly and helpful reception staff.Good location, free parking, attractive building. However, in my opinion the bed and pillows were very hard and uncomfortable. I did not sleep at all well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Bedford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, comfortable beds. Bar staff were not very organised
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Lovely building steeped in history

We used this hotel as we were seeing Tom Jones at Colchester castle. So location was fab, beautiful old building and the manager had a wealth of knowledge about the property. Downside. Both our room and our friends room smelt of damp when we arrived and therefore we had to keep the windows open. Our room had a lot of damp and the drain on the shower was very mouldy. And sadly the bar closes at 10.30pm which is a shame as the concert finishes at 10.15 so by the time we walked back we couldn’t have a night cap.. so ended up going to a bar further up the road, shame as it would have been nice to sit in the bar..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Night out

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and convenient place to stay for the night. Some of the other guests were decidedly noisy in the early hours but that is sometimes the case.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No nonslip mat in the bath for a shower. Slipped in the shower and hurt myself. Not great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLEY

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This historic property is interesting - but don’t have a lot of luggage like we did! However, if you love character and unique accommodations, this is for you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025