Dutch Quarter
Colchester
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As one of the U.K.’s premier modern art galleries, this is a great place to see temporary exhibitions, attend art classes and listen to expert talks.
Colchester Zoo
Feed elephants and giraffes, watch a falconry display and meet the fearsome Komodo dragons at one of the U.K.’s best zoos.
Colchester Castle Park
Ride a pedalo on the boating lake, enjoy a game of mini golf or simply spend an afternoon relaxing in Colchester’s most popular public park.
Flatford Mill
Find out about the history of East Bergholt when you spend time at Flatford Mill. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Beth Chatto Garden
Learn which plants can thrive in a range of habitats in these stunning gardens designed by master gardener Beth Chatto.
Layer Marney Tower
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.
Dutch Quarter Hotel Deals
The George of Colchester
There is no elevator/lift, so not ideal if you have luggage, and the wifi is not good.
Reviewed on 2026/3/23
Ryegate House Colchester
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Great location, 10 minutes from rhe shops &zoo. Food was lovley, rooms were clean & staff were very friendly & helpful. Would 100%stay again.
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
The Essex Golf and Country Club
Feedback would be as a women staying on own I didn’t feel comfortable being on ground floor and coming in to a window open
Reviewed on 2026/3/26
St Nicholas Hotel
Good location, right in the centre of town but very hot no air conditioning and their rooms are quite small in need of some attention. They wanted to charge us 10 pounds for a late . checkout. The rooms don't look anything like they do in the pictures. They must've been taken about 10 years ago when ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/28
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
Clean room & environment
Reviewed on 2026/3/26
