Hotel di Wetzlar Garden, Colchester

Holiday Inn® Colchester hotel is just off the A12 road for direct access to London and Ipswich. The shopping and restaurants of historic Colchester are a 10-minute drive away. Colchester Town Station is served by direct trains to London.Fancy a family day out? The exotic animals and birds of Colchester Zoo are less than 10 minutes' drive from the hotel. Or spend a day on the beach at Mersea Island or Clacton-on-Se, both half an hour away by car. Scenic Dedham Vale in the heart of Constable Country, the region depicted in the great artist's paintings, is just 12 minutes' drive from the hotel. At Freeport Braintree shopping outlet, 20 minutes away, you can browse for brand store bargains.In the hotel's flexible event rooms, you can host meetings or functions for up to 120 people. There's natural light, as well as free Wi-Fi and audiovisual equipment to bring your presentations to life.In the casual, barn-style restaurant, you can start your day with a buffet breakfast or enjoy a juicy steak for lunch or dinner. Or just take it easy over drinks and a burger with friends in the bar. Keep in shape with a visit to the well-equipped Fitness Centre or indoor pool before you relax in the hot tub or sauna or treat yourself to a pre-booked beauty treatment.

A rural hotel near Colchester with free parking, free Wi-Fi and breakfast includedThe Holiday Inn Express® Colchester hotel is just off the A12, six miles from the town centre and 15 minutes' drive from Colchester station. Direct trains to London Liverpool Street take an hour. Stansted Airport (STN) is a 45-minute drive away. You can drive to the seaside villages of Clacton-on-Sea and Frinton-on-Sea in half an hour.Take the family to spot giraffes and elephants at Colchester Zoo, 15 minutes' drive from the hotel, or to admire the Roman ruins in Colchester town centre, six miles away. If retail therapy is more your style, you can browse the high-street stores at the town's outdoor Culver Square shopping centre.You can hold a meeting or an event for up to 38 guests in the hotel's three naturally lit meeting rooms. Wi-Fi is free, and you can take care of copying and printing in the business centre. If you're set for a long day, a working lunch can be provided to help you stay productive.To start the day, tuck into the inclusive Express Start Breakfast buffet, featuring bacon, scrambled eggs, sausages, baked beans and pastries. If you're feeling peckish, you can settle into the cosy leather chairs in the stylish Great Room lounge for a light meal. The bar is open until 1am, and you can enjoy a drink on the patio in good weather.

Located in Colchester, The Crown Stoke By Nayland is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Colchester Castle Park and University of Essex. This hotel is 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Mercury Theatre and 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Gainsborough's House. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features a banquet hall and bike parking. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 11 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Travelodge Colchester Feering. For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available.Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hotel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. At Travelodge Colchester Feering, guests can access vending machines that provide light snacks and beverages 24 hours a day.

Located in Ipswich, The Marquis is a 5-minute drive from Dedham Vale and 6 minutes from Wolves Wood RSPB Reserve. This hotel is 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Flatford Mill. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include a fireplace in the lobby, a picnic area, and a banquet hall. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily for a fee. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

With a stay at The Rose & Crown Free House in Clacton-on-Sea, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Holland Haven Country Park and Walton Pier. This inn is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Princes Theatre and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Clacton Pier. Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor tennis court or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this inn include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The Rose & Crown Free House, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is included. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms.

Located in Clacton-on-Sea, Lifehouse Spa & Hotel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Walton Pier and West Cliff Theatre. This eco-certified hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Clacton Pier and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Clacton-on-Sea Beach. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Lifehouse Restuarant, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. A roundtrip airport shuttle and a train station pick-up service are provided for an additional charge. Stay in one of 89 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Located in Halstead, The Dog Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Milbank Stadium and Alderford Water Mill. This inn is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Sible Hedingham Library and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Hedingham Castle. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily for a fee. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 5 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers.

When you stay at Rectory Manor Hotel in Sudbury, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and Long Melford Heritage Centre. This luxury bed & breakfast is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Gainsborough's House and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Corpus Christi Guildhall. Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms.

A welcoming Braintree hotel with free Wi-Fi near Stansted Airport and Chelmsford City Racecourse. A 15 minute drive from Stansted Airport and just over an hour by train from central London, the Holiday Inn Express® Braintree Hotel offers a quiet, comfortable place to rest and recharge on the edge of the English countryside. Keen shoppers will delight in designer brands at Freeport Braintree Mall, and outdoor enthusiasts can hike through Great Notley Country Park. Guests with business in Braintree or nearby Colchester have a handy base to operations with two fully equipped meeting rooms – though you might prefer to talk shop at the nearby Braintree Golf Club. Less than 10 minutes from the wedding venues of Fennes, Gosfield Hall and Leez Priory, this pet-friendly Braintree hotel is also popular with families visiting Essex on holiday. At this hotel, you can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, free parking on-site, and an included Express Start Breakfast buffet. Our cosy, smart guest rooms come with black-out blinds for a peaceful night's rest, while family rooms include a sofa bed for the kids. In the evening, head to the Sage Restaurant for a delicious home-style meal. Chelmsford City Racecourse is two miles away, and when the last horse has passed the post, the Lounge Bar makes a lively spot for drinks.