Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel, Colchester

Within walking distance of Colchester town centre, this 14th-century posting house, restored over the centuries, is within easy reach of East Anglia's historic sights.

Imagine sleeping in a 14th-century room, with all the amenities of the modern day. Choose from either the historic oak-beamed rooms located in the original house, or the more contemporary rooms in the new wing.

All rooms are en suite and have a new entertainment system which allows you to email, surf the web, play games, order movies and listen to music. Public and meeting areas also have Wi-Fi access.

Search for the hotel's special Christmas party nights, with tribute artists performing the hits of Cher (14 November), Madonna (08 December) and Kylie (15 December).

The hotel’s Oak Room restaurant has received 2 AA Rosettes for the outstanding preparation of its food and the good quality of the ingredients it uses. The restaurant offers traditional food in a contemporary setting with a relaxed atmosphere and good service. The hotel’s Tudor Bar is great for a more informal meal and offers a more casual menu. The bar offers the hotel’s own Rose and Crown real ale and offers a relaxed atmosphere, with a roaring log fire in the cold winter. Both of the hotel’s dining areas are situated in the older part of the hotel and boast beautiful original features, such as ancient wood beams.

General

• 24-Hour Front Desk,
• Bar,
• Free Parking,
• Gay Friendly,
• Heating,
• Luggage Storage,
• Newspapers,
• Non-Smoking Rooms,
• Parking,
• Restaurant,
• Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests,
• Safety Deposit Box.

Services

• Breakfast in the Room,
• Bridal Suite,
• Dry Cleaning,
• Fax/Photocopying,
• Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included,
• Internet Services,
• Laundry,
• Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
• Packed Lunches,
• Room Service,
• Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.

Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Check In / Check Out

• You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
• You must check out by 11:00 hours.

Cancellations

If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.

Extra Charges

VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Deposit

No deposit will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children are welcome. All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.

Payment - We accept

• Visa,
• Maestro,
• Master Card,
• American Express.

From London: Take junction 28 off the m25 onto the a12 (e). Then take the Colchester Central exit onto the a133. Straight over the next two roundabouts leading onto Cowdray Avenue. At the double roundabout take a right at the first roundabout and then straight across at the second roundabout. The entrance to the hotel is a few hundred metres down on the left. From Ipswich: From a12 take exit for Colchester North onto a1232; follow the Ipswich road for approximately 2 - 3 miles, until you approach a double roundabout. Straight over both roundabouts following the Ipswich road. The entrance to the hotel is a few hundred meters down on the left. By rail: Just a 3/4 hr ride by intercity train from London's Liverpool Street Station. Colchester is well served by two local railway stations: Colchester Town (St. Botolphs) and Colchester North. By air: Stansted International Airport, off the a12, is approximately 40 miles away.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation