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A room with exposed brick walls, a wooden door, a light-colored armchair, and a carpeted floor.

A two-story house with a tiled roof, a front door, and a garage.

A bedroom with a wooden wardrobe, a television on a small table, and a bed with a floral bedspread.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a brick wall.

1. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

2.9 km from Colchester Zoo

Andy

NT$3,007

NT$3,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.

A brick building with a central staircase, a covered outdoor seating area, and a tree-lined pathway.

A dining table with a white tablecloth, a green leather chair, and a tea set.

2. GreyFriars

6 km from Colchester Zoo

Naomi

NT$4,935

NT$5,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

A restaurant with a brick wall, a large clock, and a glass ceiling. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A spacious dining area with round tables and red chairs, featuring a mix of natural and artificial lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

3. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

5.5 km from Colchester Zoo

Rachel

NT$2,372

NT$2,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and orange umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a brick wall.

A garden with a sign that reads "please keep off the garden."

A bar area with a wooden counter, white cabinets, and a floral backdrop.

A formal dining room with white tables, chairs, and a fireplace.

4. The Blue Anchor Feering

8.2 km from Colchester Zoo

Robert

NT$2,653

NT$3,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A narrow cobblestone street with buildings on either side, string lights overhead, and a sign indicating a hotel reception.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a coffee maker, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A meal with a sandwich, salad, and a glass of beer on a table in a restaurant with wooden furniture and a large window.

A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and a variety of antique furniture.

5. The Blue Boar - Maldon

17.9 km from Colchester Zoo

John

NT$4,245

NT$5,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window.

A bathroom with a wooden tray, a wicker basket, and a mirror reflecting a window with patterned curtains.

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a wooden chair with a cushion, a small wooden side table, and a fireplace.

A staircase with wooden railings, carpeted steps, a dining table with chairs, and a white door in a room with wooden flooring.

6. Noble Goose Rooms

10.1 km from Colchester Zoo

Antony

NT$3,280

NT$3,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a white wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a standing heater, and a metal rack with black straps.

A narrow stairway with striped carpet, a wooden door with a plaque, and a warning sign on the wall.

A two-story house with a dark front door, a small porch, and a mailbox.

7. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

6.1 km from Colchester Zoo

Darrell

NT$2,024

NT$2,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a 'Grab & Go' kiosk, and a modern reception desk.

A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines arranged in rows.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are chairs around a table and a potted plant in the corner.

A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and expansive fields.

8. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

3.6 km from Colchester Zoo

Darius

NT$2,229

NT$2,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A covered outdoor seating area with a table, cushions, and a statue.

A formal dining area with tables set for a meal, featuring white tablecloths, gold cutlery, and green foliage decorations.

A narrow waterway with dense greenery on both sides, a statue in the foreground, and a small boat with a roof.

A hotel entrance with a red carpet, a canopy labeled "ENTRANCE", and potted plants on either side.

9. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

16.8 km from Colchester Zoo

David

NT$4,033

NT$4,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A buffet with various food items and beverages.

A conference room with rows of white chairs with grey sashes, a white table with a floral centerpiece, and a backdrop of white drapes with string lights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

A Holiday Inn with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

10. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

3.6 km from Colchester Zoo

Nicholas

NT$1,769

NT$2,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

A laundry room with multiple stacked washing machines and dryers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a white dining table with blue chairs.

11. Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 5.8 km from Colchester Zoo

Norman

NT$2,760

NT$3,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

A room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A large, red brick building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with steps, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

12. Wivenhoe House Hotel

8.4 km from Colchester Zoo

Natasha

NT$3,892

NT$4,670 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a sofa with red cushions, and a coffee table with a plant.

A modern lounge area with a black leather sofa, red cushions, a wooden table, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

13. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

20.2 km from Colchester Zoo

R m

NT$1,705

NT$2,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bathroom with a copper bathtub, a white robe, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A staircase leading to a room with a patterned wall, a framed picture, and a blue bench.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a wall-mounted TV displaying 'NETFLIX', and a decorative gold stool.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a gazebo, and a row of buildings with illuminated windows.

14. Staycations Maldon Suites

18 km from Colchester Zoo

Jonathon

NT$4,422

NT$5,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A narrow alley with a wheelbarrow, potted plants, and a building with exposed brick and timber framing.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk with a computer, and a television.

An outdoor bar with a rustic wooden counter, hanging flower baskets, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A traditional pub with a signboard advertising food and drink.

15. The WoolPack Inn

9.8 km from Colchester Zoo

Kate

NT$3,471

NT$4,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.

A hallway with a table and lamp, a door, and a fire extinguisher.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and framed pictures on the walls.

A wooden door with a sign indicating room number 5 at The Victory Inn.

16. The Victory at Mersea

10.5 km from Colchester Zoo

Aubrey

NT$3,503

NT$4,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A traditional room with exposed brick walls, a fireplace, a bed with a plaid blanket, and large windows with curtains.

A bar area with a wine list, a beer tap, and a menu board.

A quaint cafe with a green door, outdoor seating, and hanging plants.

A narrow stone-paved courtyard with a double door entrance, flanked by white walls and black-framed windows.

17. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

10.1 km from Colchester Zoo

Maxine

NT$2,131

NT$2,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding door to a balcony, a small seating area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hotel facade with a sign for St. Nicholas Hotel, adjacent to a building with a 'Three Wise Monkeys' sign.

A parking area with 'Electric Vehicle Charging Only' signs and a 'Hand Stretch' sign.

A balcony with a view of buildings, a table with chairs, and a glass door.

18. St Nicholas Hotel

5.8 km from Colchester Zoo

Tricia

NT$2,420

NT$2,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

A sign for 'The Folly' with a message for guests to check in at the bar.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a glass table, and a view of a grassy field through open windows.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush flower beds and a purple umbrella.

19. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

14.8 km from Colchester Zoo

Sharon

NT$3,980

NT$4,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hanging light fixture with a clear glass enclosure and visible filament inside, set against a background of a window with a grid pattern and pink flowers.

A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, wooden furniture, and large windows with bars.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white tablecloths, gold sashes, and a chandelier.

A traditional Tudor-style building with black and white timber framing, a sign for 'Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel', and hanging flower baskets.

20. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

6.8 km from Colchester Zoo

Michelle

NT$2,123

NT$2,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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Compare popular hotels close to Colchester Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Woodview Bed & Breakfast	9.6 Exceptional 107 reviews	View
GreyFriars	9.4 Exceptional 706 reviews	View
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester	9.0 Wonderful 378 reviews	View
The Blue Anchor Feering	9.0 Wonderful 116 reviews	View
The Blue Boar - Maldon	9.4 Exceptional 124 reviews	View

Top Colchester Zoo Hotel Reviews

St Nicholas Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location was great with a lot surrounding activities. The room size was really good and I really appreciated the balcony"

Colchester Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Slightly put off by a wooden beam in the bathroom dripping brown water into the middle of the bathroom floor, which was fortunately a wet room; Presumably for a small leak. Room was quiet and bed comfortable."

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, helpful staff, usual English breakfast selection, you have to pay extra for parking."

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very good hotel attentive staff"

GreyFriars

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed everything about my stay at Greyfriars. The breakfasts were particularly good."

Star Anglia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for one night, friendly welcoming staff, our room was clean,the bed was very comfy, there was parking and there were shops on the same street. Very close to town . We would definatley stay again"

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were amazing"

Other attractions near Colchester Zoo

Layer Marney Tower

9.2/10 (15 reviews)

Spend an afternoon at the tallest Tudor gatehouse in England to find a knot garden, a farm, a Wildlife Walk and five centuries’ worth of history.

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Colchester Golf Club

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Colchester at Colchester Golf Club. Make time to visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Birch Grove Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Colchester at Birch Grove Golf Club. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Gosfield Lake Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Colchester at Gosfield Lake Golf Club. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Abberton Resevoir Visitor Centre

Abberton Resevoir Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Layer de la Haye, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's spas, or seek out its golf courses.

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Abberton Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Abberton Reservoir during your travels in Colchester. Make time to visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Manifest Theatre

Enjoy a performance at Manifest Theatre, a storied theater in Colchester. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Roman Circus House

You can find out about the history of Colchester with a visit to Roman Circus House. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Colchester Zoo?

Colchester Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Colchester known for its bar scene and array of dining options. You'll find 162 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Colchester Zoo?

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Colchester Zoo. Other good options within a few miles include Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG and St Nicholas Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Colchester Zoo?

Expedia has 162 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Colchester Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Colchester Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Colchester Zoo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Colchester Zoo?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Colchester Zoo, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Colchester Zoo?

Study the collections at Colchester Castle Museum, Hollytrees Museum, or Colchester Natural History Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Layer Marney Tower, Colchester Town Hall, and Jumbo Water Tower to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Mercury Theatre, Manifest Theatre, and Headgate Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Colchester Zoo hotels

1. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

2. GreyFriars

3. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

4. The Blue Anchor Feering

5. The Blue Boar - Maldon

6. Noble Goose Rooms

7. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

8. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

9. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

10. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

11. Ryegate House Colchester

12. Wivenhoe House Hotel

13. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

14. Staycations Maldon Suites

15. The WoolPack Inn

16. The Victory at Mersea

17. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

18. St Nicholas Hotel

19. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

20. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Colchester Zoo

Top Colchester Zoo Hotel Reviews

St Nicholas Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

GreyFriars

Star Anglia Hotel

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Other attractions near Colchester Zoo

Layer Marney Tower

Colchester Golf Club

Birch Grove Golf Club

Gosfield Lake Golf Club

Abberton Resevoir Visitor Centre

Abberton Reservoir

Manifest Theatre

Roman Circus House

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