GreyFriars | Hotel in Colchester, United Kingdom

| 8.8 (1898 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  6 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Colchester Hotel | GreyFriars

Hotel with Designated Smoking Area, Sports and TV

Located in Colchester, 656 feet from Colchester Castle, this AA rated property features a garden. Located around 3.7 mi from Colchester Zoo, the hotel is also 6.8 mi away from Flatford. The accommodations features a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage for guests. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries. Some rooms at GreyFriars also offer a seating area. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. A continental or buffet breakfast is available each morning at the property. At the accommodations you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Colchester Institute is 0.7 mi from the hotel. The nearest airport is London Southend Airport, 24 mi from GreyFriars.

GreyFriars is located in Colchester.

This 26 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Business Services, Bar, Entertainment, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 1898 reviews with the average score of 8.8 . Coming to Colchester and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 26 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this Casai place in Colchester. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This GreyFriars in Colchester is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “GreyFriars”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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High Street, Colchester, CO1 1UG, United Kingdom

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ParkingParking
Pet FriendlyPet Friendly
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
TVTV
ViewView
Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
AccessibilityAccessibility
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Fireplace/HeatingFireplace/Heating
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
ToiletriesToiletries
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • Breakfast in the roomBreakfast in the room
  • BarBar
  • Special diet meals (on request)Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack barSnack bar
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
ParkingParking
  • Private ParkingPrivate Parking
  • Accessible parkingAccessible parking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
  • ParkingParking
  • Free parkingFree parking
AccessibilityAccessibility
  • Wheelchair accessibleWheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab railsToilet with grab rails
  • Bathroom emergency cordBathroom emergency cord
ActivitiesActivities
  • Temporary art galleriesTemporary art galleries
GeneralGeneral
  • HeatingHeating
  • Soundproof roomsSoundproof rooms
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
  • Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Wifi in all areasWifi in all areas
  • Hypoallergenic room availableHypoallergenic room available
  • ElevatorElevator
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guestsFacilities for disabled guests
  • SafeSafe
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • Family roomsFamily rooms
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Room serviceRoom service
  • Ironing serviceIroning service
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Fax/PhotocopyingFax/Photocopying
  • 24-hour front desk24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaningDry cleaning
  • Suit pressSuit press
  • Express check-in/outExpress check-in/out
  • ConciergeConcierge
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV areaShared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/outPrivate check-in/out
  • Baggage storageBaggage storage
  • Business centerBusiness center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Invoice providedInvoice provided
InternetInternet
  • InternetInternet
  • WifiWifi
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • TerraceTerrace
  • Sun deckSun deck
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • GardenGarden
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security24-hour security
  • CCTV outside propertyCCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areasCCTV in common areas
  • Key card accessKey card access
  • Smoke alarmsSmoke alarms
  • Security alarmSecurity alarm

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.
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.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.61
Location:
9.47
Staff:
9.31
Facilities:
9.08
Comfort:
9.3
Cleanliness:
9.32
Heather
May 6, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Everything
Negative: Nothing
Summary: Comfort , luxury , excellent staff, amazing food
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Standard King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 19 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Standard King Room

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Body soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathrobe, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels, Bathtub or shower

General

Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Safe, Iron, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Room amenities

Feather pillow
Superior King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 21 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Body soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathrobe, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels, Bathtub or shower

General

Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Safe, Iron, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Room amenities

Feather pillow
Junior Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 35 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Junior Suite

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Body soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathrobe, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower

General

Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Safe, Iron, Carpeted, Tile/Marble floor

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Clothes rack, Fold-up bed
Deluxe King Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 40 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Deluxe King Suite

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Body soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathrobe, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower

General

Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Safe, Iron, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Walk-in closet

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Clothes rack, Fold-up bed
Superior King Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 54 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Body soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathrobe, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower

General

Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Safe, Iron, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area, Sofa

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs, Walk-in closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Clothes rack, Fold-up bed
Duplex Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 50 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

Bathroom

Free toiletries, Body soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower, Private bathroom, Slippers, Bathrobe, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels, Bathtub or shower

General

Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Safe, Iron

Media & Technology

Telephone, Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Room amenities

Feather pillow, Clothes rack

FAQ's

Is this GreyFriars pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at GreyFriars?

Check-in time for GreyFriars starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the GreyFriars have a swimming pool?

No, this GreyFriars does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in GreyFriars?

Best-rates for the GreyFriars starts from $172 per night with includes Guest Services, Laundry, View, Wheelchair Accessible, Security/Safety, Restaurant, Toiletries, Breakfast, Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, Sports/Activities, TV, Business Services, Bar, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, Air Conditioner, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Fireplace/Heating with all other facilities. Casai.ae matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is GreyFriars a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the GreyFriars wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the GreyFriars is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the GreyFriars?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the GreyFriars indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for GreyFriars?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the GreyFriars are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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