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St Nicholas Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Colchester Castle Museum

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hallway
Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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High Street St Nicholas Hotel, Colchester, England, CO1 1DN
  • Colchester Castle Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Colchester Castle Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • University of Essex
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 188 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room, City View

  • 409 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Feature Room

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 188 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, City View

  • 409 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Colchester

Heart of Colchester.With a stay at this Colchester hotel, you'll be steps from Colchester Castle Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Mercury Theatre. Also, University of Essex is within 3 miles (5 km) and Colchester Zoo is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Colchester Castle Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mercury Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Essex - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 6 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Wise Monkeys - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Slug & Lettuce - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Other Monkey Brewing - the Taproom - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Romano Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

St Nicholas Hotel

3-star hotel near Colchester Castle Museum
St Nicholas Hotel offers its guests express check-in, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. The front desk is open around the clock. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
St Nicholas Hotel offers 44 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Colchester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 12 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children

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 (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The George Hotel]
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's breakfast is served at a nearby hotel located 50 yards away.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property 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: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 12.00 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
St Nicholas Hotel Hotel
St Nicholas Hotel Colchester
St Nicholas Hotel Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

How close is St Nicholas Hotel to the airport?

St Nicholas Hotel is 41.9 mi (73-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at St Nicholas Hotel?

As of Mar 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St Nicholas Hotel on Apr 4, 2025 start from $85.43, excluding 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.

Does St Nicholas Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at St Nicholas Hotel.

How close is St Nicholas Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 14 mi (19-min drive) from St. Osyth Beach and 15.4 mi (22-min drive) from Jaywick Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does St Nicholas Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at St Nicholas Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at St Nicholas Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at St Nicholas Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at St Nicholas Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 12.00 per day.

Does St Nicholas Hotel have a pool?

St Nicholas Hotel does not have a pool.

Does St Nicholas Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is St Nicholas Hotel to downtown Colchester?

St Nicholas Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Colchester.

St Nicholas Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 671 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 671 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 671 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 671 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 671 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

J

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was big and sufficient. The room was very hot, no air conditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

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

10/10 Excellent

michael

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location
great central location with plenty of places to eat and drink
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natascha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here before for the location which is perfectly situated near all the shops and restaurants. The rooms are spacious and warm and has everything needed like an iron, hairdryer, kettle, tea/coffee etc. A mini fridge in the room would make the stay extra special. The staff are always pleasant and professional and helpful. The breakfast which is at the sister hotel The George, has a lovely choice and delicious food. The only negative's is that we were 2 adults and an infant and were provided with a disabled wet room, with no bath. The staff offered to change this the 2nd night but we'd settled by this point with the cot. Next time we'll make a note to request a bath in a family room. Also no allocated parking reservation, just a first come basis parking which is located behind The George which is convenient. But would still recommend this place and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean but very noisy from the road
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kayleigh

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
All good but very noisy early hours
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Stay
Amazing wonderful stay in Colchester once again. We’ve stayed at this hotel several times before. On the plus side we were given a free upgrade to a wonderful room with the balcony. Hotel is part of the George Hotel which I strongly recommend for a Sunday lunch. All staff at hotel were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is in a very busy part of town, consequently it was noisy late into the morning. Car parking is very difficult to find near by, and the one way system is a pain if you miss your turning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Honest
Hotel in a central position, which has positives in that it's easy to get to, but the drawback is that you hear people as they leave the pubs, bars, clubs etc. I still think it's worth it though. Especially with their connection to The George Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much like stay at St Nicholas Hotel, excellent location. Resolution of initial room where heating wasn’t working, was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lady was polite at check in, the hotel was very clean & well provided loads of space beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Business traveler
The parking is not on site in the way you find at most other hotels that say they have some parking. On arrival could not see any gated parking area. When we eventually located the George Hotel to checkin we were met by a kind gentleman who we later had to call via the contact number on the website because the room was piping hot and the thermostat control panel was centrally locked, we could not change the temperature and we found out that the rooms on each floor were linked together by the thermostat. We could definitely hear the noise from the rowdy streets and with the centrally poised smoke alarm light which kept blinking throughout the night- in combination made it difficult to get to sleep. Booked a Deluxe room and was very dissappointed in the lack of “Deluxe” feel to the room. Stain marks all over the room’s woodwork and the wall with a terrible smell that was difficult to distinguish its origin present all night. The stain marks continue to the bathroom- all over the woodwork again, the bathroom shower glass door was detached at the bottom making it free hanging it was not clean, had large white stain was present on the outside corner, and the shower head needed a clean too, its change of settings button was not working making it impossible to get a decent jet for a proper shower. Have taken some pictures Overall left a whole lot to be desired in terms of cleanliness aesthetics and temperature controlling. My suggestion is that it needs a good clean and revamp!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Abbie

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Checked in okay and the people at the front desk were lovely. The main building looked very nice and was done up well. I was in the part across the road which didn’t look as nice at all. Getting in was all fine but when I entered the room, there were bright green stains all over the floor, marks all over the walls, the toilet seat had a stain the whole way around it and there was hair EVERYWHERE…the more you looked, the more you found
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ayman

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ayman

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Terrific value.
City-centre location excellent though ear plugs essential on a Saturday night! TV remote control needs replacing as some essential buttons didn’t work. A mattress topper would have helped the comfort level. Lovely firm mattress and super-king bed but with a king duvet inside a super-king cover, which was annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Bernard, Pearland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All that I needed was all within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Emily

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024