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Brook Red Lion Hotel

★★★ High Street, Colchester, GB

6.7 guest rating· 1671 reviews

About this hotel

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!

Rooms & rates

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Executive Room (Four Poster)

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Individually furnished room</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippers</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Bed sheets not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 1 · Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

<p><strong>1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>Individually furnished room</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free newspaper, desk, and iron/ironing board (on request); rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Single Room

Sleeps 1 · 20 m² · Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Each room has free WiFi, an en suite with a shower over the bath, a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Double Room

Sleeps 3 · 25 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

This double room features free WiFi, an en suite with a shower over the bath, a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Double Room with Four Poster Bed (No Pets Allowed)

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

With a four-poster bed, this spacious room includes free WiFi, an en suite with a shower over the bath, a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. There is also a seating area.

Twin Room

Sleeps 3 · 25 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Each room has free WiFi, an en suite with a shower over the bath, a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Standard Triple Room

Sleeps 3 · 25 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Providing free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The triple room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Pets allowed
  • Golf course
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
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  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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High Street, Colchester, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say6.71671 reviews

+ Good central location− No hot water− Poor service− Cold rooms
Cleanliness5.9
Service7.4
Location9.4
Room Quality5.9
Amenities5.4
Value for Money5.9

Guest review

9.0

Location and nice rooms

Jay · GB · 2026-07-25

Guest review

9.0

Beautiful historic building, close to centre and train station

− Being in the centre of town it could be noisy at nights, nothing that earplugs didn't sort

Patricia Boston · GB · 2026-07-22

Friendly and helpful staff made our stay relaxing

10.0

Lovely and friendly staff

− Rooms were a bit dated

Lee · GB · 2026-07-21

Guest review

10.0

Fantastisch mooi hotel! Sinds de 16e eeuw actief en dat straalt het aan alle kanten uit. Wat een mooie belevenis!

Leonardus · NL · 2026-07-21

Good to know

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

›Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Parking

No parking available.

›Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 4 years old to 15 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.

People 4 years old and over stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.