Brook Red Lion Hotel

3 stars
43 High Street, Colchester, CO1 1DJ, United Kingdom
Colchester, United Kingdom
+44 120 657 7986
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Overview

This budget hotel provides good value for money, and is just 5 minutes from Firstsite and Williams and Griffin. It is located in Colchester, surrounded by a range of shops and boutiques and is within a 10-minute walk of Colchester Town Railway Station.

There are a variety of facilities on offer to those staying at Brook Red Lion Hotel, including an express check-in and check-out feature, 24-hour room service and a 24-hour reception. Airport transfers, a laundry service and a dry cleaning service are available upon enquiry. The hotel also offers an exhibit space, a library and luggage storage.

Equipped to ensure an enjoyable stay, rooms at The Red Lion Hotel Colchester offer a flat-screen TV, an alarm clock and tea and coffee making facilities. All provide heating, a telephone and ironing facilities.

Brook Red Lion Hotel's in-house restaurant, Parliament, is a popular spot to have a meal. A selection of drinks can be enjoyed at the on-site bar. Guests are also able to try one of the many bars and restaurants in the local area.

The position of The Red Lion Hotel Colchester allows easy access to multiple tourist attractions on foot. University of Essex is easily reached by car.

6.5
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Based on 2,123 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Brook Red Lion Hotel

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Standard Room, 1 twin bed
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Double room, 1 twin bed
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Amenities at Brook Red Lion Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins

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
  • Dining area

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bathroom

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

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Library
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security

Bedroom

  • Fold-up bed
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Children's high chair

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Zoo
  • Golf

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Reviews of Brook Red Lion Hotel

6.5
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2123 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
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Good
334
Okay
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Fair
224
Mediocre
149
Poor
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Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent central location and the friendly, helpful staff. The historic character of the building was also noted positively. However, many guests reported issues with cleanliness, uncomfortable beds, and significant noise disturbances from nearby nightlife, which affected their overall experience. Some also mentioned dated rooms and maintenance issues.
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Service8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
Bed Comfort1 out of 10
Noise Level0 out of 10
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Location

43 High Street, Colchester, CO1 1DJ

What's nearby

  • Tymperleys Clock Museum153 yd
  • Colchester Castle Museum192 yd
  • Colchester Natural History Museum300 yd
  • Hollytrees Museum367 yd
  • Firstsite436 yd
  • Castle Park Cricket Ground0.4 mi
  • Garrison A Cricket Ground0.5 mi
  • Colchester Castle Park0.5 mi
  • Lexden Methodist Church2 mi
  • Colchester Golf Club2.4 mi
  • Wivenhoe Congregational Church3.3 mi
  • Colchester Zoo3.3 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Most expensive month to stay with an average 54% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Brook Red Lion Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Brook Red Lion Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Brook Red Lion Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Brook Red Lion Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £67, while the most expensive was £67.
  • How long should you stay at Brook Red Lion Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Brook Red Lion Hotel

  • Where is Brook Red Lion Hotel located?

    Brook Red Lion Hotel is located at 43 High Street in Colchester City Centre, 0.6 miles from the centre of Colchester. Tymperleys Clock Museum is the closest landmark to Brook Red Lion Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Brook Red Lion Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Brook Red Lion Hotel.

  • Does Brook Red Lion Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Brook Red Lion Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Brook Red Lion Hotel from the airport?

    Brook Red Lion Hotel is 23.7 miles from London Southend. Brook Red Lion Hotel is 28.4 miles from London Stansted.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Brook Red Lion Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Brook Red Lion Hotel in Colchester and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Brook Red Lion Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Brook Red Lion Hotel.

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Distance to airport

7.1
0.6 mi
London Southend
23.7 mi

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