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Wivenhoe House Hotel
4 stars

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ, United Kingdom
Colchester, United Kingdom
See location+44 120 686 3666
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C$ 189
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rate per night

9.1
Wonderful
based on 1532 reviews
1,532 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
C$ 189
Superior Room
C$ 225
Luxury Room
C$ 335

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Wivenhoe House Hotel is located near the University of Essex in the Colchester area of England. A historic building, it is a good choice for business or leisure travelers. Just a short distance from the University, it is also close to Colchester Castle Museum, Colchester Castle Park, the Beth Chatto Garden, and the Colchester Zoo. The Clacton on Sea Beach is just ten miles away while the Flatfod Mill and Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum are even closer. The London Stansted Airport is just under an hour by car, as is the London Southend Airport. Colchester Hythe Station is a short walk from the grounds.

This luxury hotel features an array of services and amenities that include the signature restaurant and bar, daily breakfast service, and a modern fitness center. There are complimentary shuttle services, a terrace furnished for al fresco lounging, and 24-hour front desk support. There are gardens to wander and free parking for those who arrive by car. There are meeting rooms and a business service center. The laundry services and luggage hold are available, too.

The 40 rooms are each different, but all will have hospitality trays with beverage supplies, luxury robes and linens, premium bedding, and ensuite bathrooms. These will feature signature toiletries and hair dryers. There are entertainment systems and all rooms have a desk, and free Wi-Fi. There is bottled water service and daily housekeeping.

Wivenhoe House Hotel is an architecturally appealing building that provides a lot of amenities and service to those who stay within its historic walls.

Rating
9.1
Wonderful
Based on 1,532 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Wivenhoe House Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Streaming service
  • TV

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Reviews of Wivenhoe House Hotel

9.1
Wonderful
1532 verified ratings
Wonderful
1049
Very good
271
Good
123
Okay
42
Fair
19
Mediocre
16
Poor
13

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, especially for visiting the University of Essex, and noted the cleanliness of the rooms. However, there were complaints about the service, with some guests experiencing issues with staff and the value for the price paid. Overall, the atmosphere was pleasant, but improvements in service are needed.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Atmosphere8 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
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Location

Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ

What's nearby

  • Wivenhoe Congregational Church2.3 km
  • Firstsite3.3 km
  • Hollytrees Museum3.4 km
  • Garrison A Cricket Ground3.5 km
  • Colchester Natural History Museum3.5 km
  • Colchester Castle Museum3.6 km
  • Beth Chatto Garden3.6 km
  • Colchester Castle Park3.7 km
  • Tymperleys Clock Museum3.8 km
  • Castle Park Cricket Ground3.8 km
  • Colchester Golf Club6 km
  • Royal Air Force Boxted6.7 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Essential information about Wivenhoe House Hotel

Low season

September

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 221
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Wivenhoe House Hotel

  • How long should you stay at Wivenhoe House Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Wivenhoe House Hotel

  • Where is Wivenhoe House Hotel located?

    Wivenhoe House Hotel is located at Wivenhoe Park, 4.6 km from the centre of Colchester. Wivenhoe Congregational Church is the closest landmark to Wivenhoe House Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Wivenhoe House Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Wivenhoe House Hotel.

  • Does Wivenhoe House Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Wivenhoe House Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Wivenhoe House Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Wivenhoe House Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Wivenhoe House Hotel from the airport?

    Wivenhoe House Hotel is 38.4 km from London Southend. Wivenhoe House Hotel is 49.2 km from London Stansted.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Wivenhoe House Hotel hotel deals?

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Good to know

Value for money

8.6

Distance to downtown

4.6 km

Nearest Airport

London Southend

Distance to airport

38.4 km