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6.7 / 10 Guest Rating

Brook Red Lion Hotel

High Street, Colchester, gb

Brook Red Lion Hotel - main view

About the Property

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Grade I-listed Brook Red Lion Hotel in Colchester seamlessly blends historic Tudor features with modern amenities. Each of the 24 bedrooms offers a cozy retreat with a flat-screen TV, complimentary tea and coffee, and a work desk. The Parliament Restaurant, dating back to 1465, serves up a delectable array of freshly prepared dishes. Guests can enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour front desk, a residents bar, free WiFi, and discounted parking.

Convenient Location

Situated in the town centre, the hotel is within easy reach of key attractions like Colchester Castle, the town centre shopping district, and Colchester Zoo. With Colchester town train station just a 2-minute walk away, exploring the area or heading to London is a breeze.

Nearby Points of Interest

Make the most of your stay by visiting the nearby Merville Barracks, University of Essex, and Colchester Business Park. For those flying in, Stansted Airport is a convenient 32-mile journey from the hotel.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of history and comfort? Book your stay at Brook Red Lion Hotel today!

Facilities & Amenities

Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Wine release events
Reception hall
Vegetarian menu options available

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

6.7
Good1655 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the good central location and frequently praise the .

Categories

Cleanliness5.9
Service7.4
Location9.4
Room Quality5.9
Amenities5.4
Value for Money5.9
Food and Beverage6.9
Overall Experience6.9

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PilargbGB
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couple
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Stayed in Apr 3, 2026

"Good"

5.0
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RekagbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 1, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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PetergbGB
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 30, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Love the history

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NisdkDK
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 30, 2026

"Stemningsfuldt ophold i en bygning fra middelalderen"

9.0

Fantastisk følelse af at være i en virkelig gammel bygning. Bygningen er mere end 400 år gammel og der er gjort meget for at man kan se bjælkerne og få fornemmelse af historien.

Vedligeholdelsen kunne være bedre. Især brusebadet var slidt og gammelt, men det virkede ok.

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DannygbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 29, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Perfect location, stunning property, really friendly staff who made you feel very welcome

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DunnettgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 26, 2026

"Good value stay in city centre with good breakfast provision"

8.0

Location - in city centre. Quiet. Helpful staff. Easy check in. Reasonable breakfast at a good price. Satisfactory single room with clean an comfortable bed.

Dirty windows. Outside door often left open making lobby cold.

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ChristinegbGB
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extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 26, 2026

"Would not return"

1.0

Clean linen and towels. Historic building

Ghost hunting tours round the property were very disconcerting for guests with a nervous disposition. Very noisy for the majority of the night from night club opposite lot of shouting. . Room was draughty and only Luke warm water

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MarkgbGB
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 25, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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AbigailgbGB
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 23, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

The old fashioned style

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LinfordgbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 22, 2026

"Nice period property but a sleepless night."

5.0

An interesting period property.

The High Street location, opposite a night club and a bar, meant excessive noise, loud music and crowds until 2 am and constant noise from revellers went on until 5 am. The bedroom window overlooking this is single glazed, installing secondary double glazing might help, but having had almost no sleep, I would not book a room overlooking the front of the property again.

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