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Brook Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Tudor inn in Colchester with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Executive Room (Four Poster) | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Nightclub
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
In the heart of a shopping district, Brook Red Lion Hotel offers an inviting atmosphere with its cozy fireplace and library. Guests rave about the helpful staff and enjoy amenities like in-room WiFi, The Parliament Restaurant for breakfast to dinner, a bar for relaxing moments, banquet halls perfect for gatherings.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is $58
$70 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4

Room options

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room (Four Poster) | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room (Four Poster)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
High Street, Colchester, England, CO1 1DJ

What's nearby

  • Colchester Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mercury Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Essex - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 59 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 64 min drive
  • Colchester Town Station - 8 min walk
  • Colchester Station - 19 min walk
  • Hythe Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Three Wise Monkeys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carluccio's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wagamama Colchester - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Slug & Lettuce - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Brook Red Lion Hotel

Brook Red Lion Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Essex. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Parliament Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Tudor inn include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Offsite parking within 1640 ft (GBP 4.50 per night)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1465
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
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Special features

Dining

The Parliament Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 4.50 per night (1640 ft away)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

Brook Red Lion
Brook Red Lion Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel
Brook Red Lion Hotel Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel Colchester, Essex
Colchester Red Lion
Red Lion Colchester
Brook Red Lion Hotel Inn
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Brook Red Lion Hotel Inn Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Does Brook Red Lion Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Brook Red Lion Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Brook Red Lion Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as mountain biking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.

Are there restaurants at or near Brook Red Lion Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Parliament Restaurant.

What's the area around Brook Red Lion Hotel like?

Brook Red Lion Hotel is in the heart of Colchester, a short 8-minute walk from Colchester Town Station and 3 minutes' walk from Xtreme Gaming.

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Brook Red Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

My great thanks goes to helpful and friendly staff. Breakfast was very good. Location of the hotel for me was excellent.
Kamran, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the town and building absolutely amazing
Tina, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hot water fluctuated. Central location handy for walking about town. Staff helpful, especially at breakfast which was filling.
Craig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our bed was very comfortable, the staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was great, We would recommend for a stay in Colchester as it is in the centre of town. Perfect for shopping, attractions i.e. the castle, theatre and pubs and restaurants etc.
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!! Excellent for transport links, shopping and dining
Kathleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming and I booked it 2 hours prior. Very helpful and couldn’t do enough for you. Totally recommend
Jude, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A historical hotel from 1400 with large rooms , staff who all care about their job and the place they work, reasonable rates, tasty breakfast and a 100s of years old ghost to go with it . Hidden secret in Colchester in the middle of town, would definitely come back !
Rune, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very old staff were very nice, room could have been a bit cleaner.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and great service
The hotel was clean. Every memeber if staff we encountered was pleasant and helpful. Felt at ease . The breakfast service was efficient and very tasty. The building itself was beautiful and characterful.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to shops etc on foot, taxi & bus service within walking distance from hotel
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant staff!
The staff are really friendly and helpful. The breakfast was great value for money and nothing was too much trouble. Only issue we had was that the window wouldn't stay open and because it was very warm in the room we had to place a drawer in position to wedge the window open a little to get some air into the room, but otherwise it was clean a great pit stop for what we wanted.
SUSANNA, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

I booked a twin room, but when we reached the hotel, there were no twin bedrooms available! 😱 #TravelFail #HotelDisappointment
dinesh kumar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location and great value. Amazing cooked breakfast. Highly recommend
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely night stay! The room was clean and comfortable and the location was fantastic after a night out in Colchester. The breakfast had good options and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!
Dee, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

My daughter stayed here rather than me. Good location but room was old with hole in wall so could clearly hear guest in next room talking on phone. Also bed leaned to the side. Breakfast OK and staff friendly.
Robin, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The heating was on full abd couldnt not be turned down. No privacy curtain at the massive windows which was heavily over looked, so the main curtains had to be permanently closed for privacy. Very very dirty.
Karen, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Property dates from the fourteen hundreds, the plumbing was installed shortly thereafter.
clive, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Recommended
I enjoyed my stay. Central, Fascinating history, and amazing staff. The only thing I can complain about is that I did not get to meet the famous ghosts I know residence there...
Svein, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was quite old but we enjoyed it.
Glenn, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Old and quirky, but with an enormous amount of charm, and a great staff 😊 and an amazing history
Kaj, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location!
Great location, friendly staff. Old but quaint. I would stay there again
Faith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff made our stay all the more better, friendly, helpful, sociable and accommodating! Very clean and tidy too, All we needed were there and more! Excellent hotel!
Katy, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Worst hotel i ever been to
The reception lady was amazing really friendly,helpful and overall nice. Very warm welcome and good byes.Room was horrible dont even know were to begin. Floors wonky and very squeeky. Furniture and bed stained. Bathroom wonky toilet and bath just horrendous. Windows not double glazed and gap in between windows were cold air just came in. Curtains just falling apart bearly could close them because they were falling of the curtan rails and dont get me started on the noise coming from outside all day and night. Maybe got like an hours sleep all together. Everything in the room was outdated and just unbelievably horrible. Im so sorry but it was the worst hotel i have ever been too. The accommodation was bad but the service of one lady was just amazing.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Bath was dirty
Alexander, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very old historical building but tired and needs a thorough cleaning. Nice architecture but could be so much better.
Melissa, 1-night trip