Description
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Additional amenities at this Tudor inn include a fireplace in the lobby and a banquet hall.. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services..
A stay at Brook Red Lion Hotel places you in the heart of Colchester, steps from Colchester Town Hall and Tymperleys Clock Museum. This inn is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Xtreme Gaming and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Colchester Castle Museum.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Colchester Town Hall - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Tymperleys Clock Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Lion Walk Church - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Xtreme Gaming - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Colchester Castle Museum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Colchester Natural History Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Firstsite - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi Jumbo Water Tower - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi Colchester Castle Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi The Minories Galleries - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Colchester Visitor Information Centre - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Hollytrees Museum - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Colchester Arts Centre - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Mercury Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Headgate Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi The nearest airports are: London (SEN-Southend) - 67.7 km / 42.1 mi Stansted Airport (STN) - 55.2 km / 34.3 mi The preferred airport for Brook Red Lion Hotel is Stansted Airport (STN). . Near Colchester Town Hall.
Grab a bite to eat at The Parliament Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee..
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- Air conditioning
- Heating (free of charge)
- Additional services
- Dry cleaning service
- Laundry Service
- Lift
- Maid
- Tumble dryer
- Reception
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge service
- Multilingual staff
- Parking
- Parking
- Pets
- Pets allowed
- Smoking
- Smoking not allowed
- Services
- Banquet and event room
- Breakfast in bed
- Café
- Conference centre
- Fireplace
- Hair dryer
- Library
- Luggage storage
- Meeting room
- Newspapers
- Room service
- Safe
- Sale of tickets
- Security
- Serviced office
- Wedding service
- Bars
- Coffee/tea in public areas
- Snack bar
- Restaurants
- High chairs
- Menu for diabetics (on request)
- À la carte restaurant
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
- Check-in/Check-out
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This accommodation stands out for being in the heart of Colchester
Showing 5 featured reviews out of 611 TripAdvisor reviews
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Kristine J
07/06/2026
“Lovely stay”
We really enjoyed our one night stay at Red lion hotel. Do not understand people complaining about this hotel, surely you understand that it is very historical and old building? We loved everything about it and will be back soon! We had room nr 19 and it was spacious and comfortable. Love the charm… more
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Flyer33962431521
02/06/2026
“Absolutely amazing”
My daughter treated me to an afternoon tea and it was in the most amazing 1465 hotel. The general manager Angela told us all about the history, she was so knowledgeable, and even showed me one of the haunted rooms. I recommend going here the atmosphere is great. Hopefully I'll be back to stay in ro… more
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GINGERNESS
Ramsey, United Kingdom
20/05/2026
“Lovely afternoon Tea”
Enjoyed a lovely afternoon tea at this hotel today. Fresh sandwiches, warm fruit scones and a selection of cakes, pot of tea and Prosecco. Very friendly staff nothing too much trouble. Would definitely recommend.
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Happiness14591129599
08/05/2026
“Lovely”
I’ve stayed in Red Lion Hotel multiple times while travelling from London to Colchester for work twice a week, and after trying almost every hotel in the city, this is always the one I come back to. One of the oldest hotels in Colchester, the Red Lion has such a unique charm, it genuinely feels li… more
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Camper19064571589
06/05/2026
“Afternoon tea”
Had a very nice afternoon tea for 2. We were met and looked after very well by Angela . Other members of staff were very friendly.
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