Star Anglia Hotel  

In the heart of Colchester, a short walk from the town centre and about ½ mile from the railway station. Close to University of Essex, Colchester Zoo, High Woods Country Park, firstsite, Tenpin Bowling and the Jumbo Water Tower — direct trains to London are under an hour.

A compact, family-friendly hotel with 28 rooms ranging from singles and doubles to king, queen and family en-suites. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities and private bathrooms with showers or tubs; an elevator and complimentary Wi‑Fi keep stays simple and accessible.

Rooftop terrace with town views, a lively bar and an on-site coffee shop/cafe. Enjoy complimentary Wi‑Fi, free self-parking, a hair salon, laundry/dry-cleaning, an EV charging point and an airport shuttle for a surcharge — wake up ready for East Coast day trips.

Equipped for business and events with a business centre and a meeting hall/party venue that includes bar facilities. Complimentary Wi‑Fi and nearby transport links make it a practical base for meetings or conferences.

Grab a casual bite at the coffee shop or unwind at the bar/lounge. English breakfast is served daily from 8:00–10:30 for a fee, and room service is available for low-key nights in.