Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and rooms.
9.02,692Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.4 out of 10, at High Street.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Charming Hotel in Colchester
Garden Oasis: Enjoy the tranquility of a garden at this AA rated property, located just steps away from Colchester Castle.
Modern Comforts: Relax in guest rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms with free toiletries, and some rooms even feature a cozy seating area.
Delightful Dining: Indulge in a delicious continental or buffet breakfast each morning and savor British cuisine at the on-site restaurant.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
Rooms
9.0
Top rated
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 2,692 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.4
- Service9.9
- Location9.4
- Rooms9.3
- Amenities8.9
- Value8.8
- Food & drink7.9
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat locationAmazing roomsBeautiful building
Miles PaulUnited KingdomWell positioned in centre of city but very quiet ( at the back), parking on site. Good food well presented. . Friendly staff.
PennyUnited KingdomWe had a lovely stay, thank you.
Friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable room. Lovely food. Good bar.
KathrynSGExcellent exactly as I expected
Location it’s extremely central.
The staff are helpful and friendly and make you feel welcome.
I think it could do with an overhaul. Looking a bit shabby.
MandyUnited KingdomGood hotel, would stay again
Lovely reception, welcoming staff, clean , great bed, great bathroom
Poor breakfast service , room a little small
OwenUnited KingdomVery good location for Castle and to visit surrounding Suffolk Villages such as Dedham and Fordham
Excellent evening meal good value and very good-including the wine. Bathroom excellent.
Hardly slept due to green Night Light causing powerful reflection on wall-and humming too!
RoseannaUnited KingdomThird time staying but won’t be coming back
Beautiful clean rooms and spacious
The pillows are very flat and the breakfast waitress was shocking behaviour….. language and rudeness was what I did not expect especially the young girl with the nose ring..
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
High Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.4 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about GreyFriars
What time is check-in and check-out at GreyFriars?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does GreyFriars allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at GreyFriars?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at GreyFriars?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does GreyFriars have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at GreyFriars?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does GreyFriars have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at GreyFriars?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book GreyFriars?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is GreyFriars?
High Street, Colchester.
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