Hotels near Brockwell Meadows Local Nature Reserve, Colchester

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.

Located in Halstead, The Dog Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Milbank Stadium and Alderford Water Mill. This inn is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Sible Hedingham Library and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Hedingham Castle. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms.

The oldest Hotel in Englands oldest recorded town. The Best Western Rose and Crown Hotel, originally a 14th century posting house, lovingly restored to a modern day hotel. Nine executive rooms featuring flat screen LCD televisions, air-conditioning, laptop charging safes and premium quality fixtures and furnishings. Alternatively, choose from the historic oak beamed rooms in the original house, or the more contemporary rooms in the main building. All rooms have an entertainment system and either Wi-Fi or Internet data port. The Oak room restaurant has been recently refurbished and offers a contemporary setting and great casual dining, a favorite with the locals and guests alike. Have a pre-dinner drink in either the hotel lounge or enjoy the Tudor Bar/Brasserie with its more traditional foods and ales. The hotel is within walking distance of Colchester Town centre (15 minutes) and accessible to all the historic sights of East Anglia. The Best Western Rose Crown in Colchester was awarded Best Small Hotel in Essex.

Located in Colchester, University of Essex - Colchester Campus is a 1-minute drive from University of Essex and 5 minutes from High Woods Country Park. This hostel is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Hollytrees Museum and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Colchester Visitor Information Centre. Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden. This hostel also features gift shops/newsstands, a hair salon, and wedding services. Grab a bite to eat at Blue's Cafe, one of the hostel's many dining establishments, which include 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Event facilities at this hostel consist of a conference center and 15 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 1500 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.

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.

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.

Located in Ipswich, The Marquis is a 5-minute drive from Dedham Vale and 6 minutes from Wolves Wood RSPB Reserve. This hotel is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from Ipswich Waterfront and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden. 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 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM 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.

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.

With a stay at B&B HOTEL Ipswich, you'll be centrally located in Ipswich, within a 5-minute drive of Ipswich Waterfront and Ipswich Skatepark. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Portman Road and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from The Willis Building. Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and in-room fitness. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and bike parking. Enjoy a satisfying meal at Restaurant serving guests of B&B HOTEL Ipswich. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Ipswich? This hotel has 657 square feet (61 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Stay in one of 126 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and blackout drapes/curtains.

Make yourself at home at the Novotel Ipswich Centre hotel, just a few steps from the vibrant waterfront and city centre. The stylish, modern rooms will give you and your family plenty of space to unwind, relax and you'll enjoy delicious food fresh from the in-house Restaurant. Complete with a multi-purpose gym, and pet-friendly facilities, (pet charge £15 per pet per stay). We are now cashless for room payments. We look forward to welcoming you to the Novotel Ipswich. This hotel is Green key certified