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Brook Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Tudor inn in Colchester with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Executive Room (Four Poster) | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Nightclub

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Snack bar/deli
The price is $68
includes taxes & fees
$56 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Executive Room (Four Poster)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
High Street, Colchester, England, CO1 1DJ

What's nearby

  • Colchester Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Essex - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 59 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 64 min drive
  • Colchester Town Station - 8 min walk
  • Colchester Station - 19 min walk
  • Hythe Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Three Wise Monkeys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carluccio's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wagamama Colchester - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Slug & Lettuce - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Brook Red Lion Hotel

Located near a train station, Brook Red Lion Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Colchester. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Parliament Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Tudor inn include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 24 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 1640 ft (GBP 4.50 per night)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1465
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

The Parliament Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 4.50 per night (1640 ft away)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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

Does Brook Red Lion Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Brook Red Lion Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Brook Red Lion Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Brook Red Lion Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Brook Red Lion Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as mountain biking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
Are there restaurants at or near Brook Red Lion Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Parliament Restaurant.
What's the area around Brook Red Lion Hotel like?
Brook Red Lion Hotel is in the heart of Colchester, a short 8-minute walk from Colchester Town Station and 3 minutes' walk from Xtreme Gaming.

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Harlie, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Saintdevil installations, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Tania, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Balendran, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our bed was very comfortable, the staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was great, We would recommend for a stay in Colchester as it is in the centre of town. Perfect for shopping, attractions i.e. the castle, theatre and pubs and restaurants etc.
Angela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant staff!
The staff are really friendly and helpful. The breakfast was great value for money and nothing was too much trouble. Only issue we had was that the window wouldn't stay open and because it was very warm in the room we had to place a drawer in position to wedge the window open a little to get some air into the room, but otherwise it was clean a great pit stop for what we wanted.
SUSANNA, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

A lovely pub hotel in a top spot in Colchester
Ours was a one nighter. We were greeted with an amazing front of house staff member called Angela who couldn’t do enough for us, even helped us to secure our luggage as we had arrived early. The other front of house staff were fantastic as was our breakfast host who provide us with a top notch breakfast and gluten free options. The Red Lion is an amazing pub to stay in. it’s ancient history just adds buckets to its charm. None of its walls are straight. As for value for money it is a steal at what paid. As for Colchester, it should be called Cool Chester, it’s a wonderful, vibrant city that has just so much to offer. We liked it better than York, and we did really like York. It’s a very old easy to walk around hub of ancient treasure and fun.
Nick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A historical hotel from 1400 with large rooms , staff who all care about their job and the place they work, reasonable rates, tasty breakfast and a 100s of years old ghost to go with it . Hidden secret in Colchester in the middle of town, would definitely come back !
Rune, 1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair

Property dates from the fourteen hundreds, the plumbing was installed shortly thereafter.
clive, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

My daughter stayed here rather than me. Good location but room was old with hole in wall so could clearly hear guest in next room talking on phone. Also bed leaned to the side. Breakfast OK and staff friendly.
Robin, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Jacqueline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and great service
The hotel was clean. Every memeber if staff we encountered was pleasant and helpful. Felt at ease . The breakfast service was efficient and very tasty. The building itself was beautiful and characterful.
4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Justin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!! Excellent for transport links, shopping and dining
Kathleen, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The central heating doesn't come much. Luckily I complained and got use of an extra heater. The mattresses are old and you can feel the springs. Disappointing got the price
Kevin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to shops etc on foot, taxi & bus service within walking distance from hotel
Gary, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

A, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jason, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Never stay here. Absolutely unclean. Great central location however opposite a night club that doesn’t finish till 4am with taxi queue until about 5 Our ceiling leaked during the night. Couldn’t report it as phone didn’t work. Told staff next day and was told cleaner would pull out bed away from the wall!! Asked for toilet roll but never got any so had to buy some at tescos. Shower was a trickle. Walls and floor and curtains absolutely awful. We stayed in room 6. Couldn’t move without the floorboards making an horrendous racket. Staff however were pleasant enough if not slightly strange to be honest. I was offered a free stay my the receptionist next time and I told him you couldn’t pay us to stay there again. Breakfast I have to say was ok but I was scared of who was cooking it to be fair and what the cleanliness of the kitchen was if the rest of the place was absolutely awful. Avoid this hotel at all costs.
joanne, 2-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Lovely building, but book for that alone.
While the building is a must see if you appreciate history, the 'modern' fittings were tired and predominantly broken (blinds on velux windows that were long gone, broken bath panels and no working radiators in our 'executive' room for example). The advertised restaurant was closed and the bar was locked on one night, and unmanned on our second. Breakfast was buffet cereals and fruit with served cooked, this was fine, though as I can't eat eggs I always like it when a hotel offers to replace with another item, sadly this was not the case here. I do also feel I need to comment on the breakfast tea and coffee. I do drink a lot of coffee, and am almost certain I was served Nescafe instant in a coffee pot! Equally my wife's tea was made with the cheap flavourless tea bags, we skipped hot drinks on the second morning! In summary we felt the hotel had huge potential, but has tried to cut every cost. While I appreciate times have been hard in the industry other hotels have made effort to wow us so we want to come back, sadly the Red Lion feels like it's given up, which is so sad for such an amazing building.
Damian, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Very old historical building but tired and needs a thorough cleaning. Nice architecture but could be so much better.
Melissa, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

It as a beautiful 1400 Grade 1-listed building, which was great, but I had problems with the shower. In my initial room the water was lukewarm at best. I was moved to another where the water was hot but the shower was weak. The staff were excellent and the breakfast was good. They had soya milk for my coffee.
Marie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The ambiance of the hotel was very welcoming and it was what it said, a Tudor building. It was what we wanted, Quirky. All the staff were excellent, friendly and most helpful. The only negative was that the street outside was very noisy at night but that is not the fault of the hotel as we were in the centre of Colchester. Over all it was a very positive experience.
Malachy, 3-night trip
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