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Wivenhoe House Hotel

Colchester · United Kingdom

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9.4/10Excellent655 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.4/109.4
Location8.0/108.0
Neighborhood8.8/108.8
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Wivenhoe House Hotel

Enjoy garden and terrace views at this 40-guestroom hotel, featuring complimentary Wi-Fi and a brasserie serving delicious British cuisine. Amenities include a bar/lounge, room service (limited hours), a picnic area, complimentary access to a nearby fitness center, and a banquet hall. An area shuttle is available (surcharge).

A full English breakfast is served weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM (fee applies). Guest rooms offer digital programming and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Safes and desks are provided, and housekeeping is daily.

Free self-parking is available onsite. The hotel is located near the University of Essex (0. 1 km) and within a short driving distance of Colchester’s city center attractions, including Colchester Castle Museum (4. 3 km). The preferred airport is Stansted (STN), approximately 56. 7 km away.

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Located in Colchester, Wivenhoe House Hotel is a 1-minute drive from University of Essex and 5 minutes from Colchester Castle Museum. This hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Colchester Castle Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Beth Chatto Garden.

Make yourself at home in one of the 40 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Transportation services
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Professional property host/manager ECOsmart Pets allowed Only dogs are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 per person
    • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Hindi

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

University of Essex 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Hythe Quay 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Adrenalyze Leisure 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Hollytrees Museum 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Colchester Visitor Information Centre 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
The Minories Galleries 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
High Woods Country Park 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Colchester Castle Park 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Xtreme Gaming 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Tenpin Bowling Colchester 4.3 km / 2.6 mi
Colchester Natural History Museum 4.3 km / 2.6 mi
Colchester Castle Museum 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Colchester Leisure World 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
High Woods Country Park 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Firstsite 4.5 km / 2.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Year of most recent renovation: 2012
  • Total number of rooms: 40
  • Number of floors (main building): 4
  • Double rooms: 23
  • Suites: 9
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  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire serviceExtra charge
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle storage
  • GymExtra charge
  • NewspapersExtra charge
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Highchairs
  • Banquet hall
  • Meeting room
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • Set menu lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Set menu dinner
  • Picnic
  • AerobicsExtra charge
  • Billiards
  • Badminton
Meal plans

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GB

English Breakfast

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RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Wivenhoe House Hotel

9.4
Excellent
655 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Location
8.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.8 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Alexander
Really friendly check in (and out), staff throughout the hotel were friendly. Grounds were really nice to walk around, breakfast was nice and having the additional cooked to order elements was great.

Room was lovely. Minor feedback would be that the pillows were not great, but all in it was a really lovely hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2026
Phil
This is a great hotel. The staff are some of the best hotel staff I’ve met. Nothing was too much trouble. The room was huge so big the tv remote didn’t work from the bed. We had a garden room with a balcony looking over the grounds. We stayed during one of the many heat waves this year so the view was more like Africa than Essex. On that note there was no AC in the room. They’d provided fans and an air cooler already when we arrived and the room had a ceiling fan which kept the room remarkably cool. So it wasn’t an issue but worth mentioning as I could be for some.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2026
Emma
Bathroom was lovely and modern but could do with a better shower, like a rainfall head. Breakfast buffet was not replenished quickly, partner gave up waiting for beans and the Natural/Greek yogurt was absent. Strangely there was too much ham on the eggs benedict, which made the dish cold quickly. Could also do with being extended. 9.30zm finish is too early for someone enjoying a night away from home. The hotel check in is 3pm unless you offer the £40 early check in fee, not great for customer service. Fair amount of parking and never had an issue, even on graduation event day. I would stay here again definitely.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jul 2026
Marcia
Room was clean, although I was put into a room in an annex that didn't look like the one in the photo. Some of the staff were very nice, but one was not friendly or accommodating, at all. For example, arriving after a 14-hour journey, I was not allowed to check into my room 30 minutes early. I had to wait in the lounge with all my luggage until the clock struck 3!
Business
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Nigel
Excellent place to stay the staff were amazing food was outstanding rooms so clean the only slight disappointment was there was a few weddings a day which restricted us from enjoying the gardens
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jul 2026
Hidemi
Beautiful building that has a beautiful sitting room, but unfortunately the rest of the hotel was a bit tired. Cobwebs on windows on the exterior, the room doors are begging for a wipe down. The room inside was very clean so kudos there, but again the door to restroom could really use a clean. The staff were so helpful and kind so I hope the grounds can do them proud.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Keith
This was our second stay at Wivenhoe House Hotel and we will definitely hope to stay again. The first time we stayed in the main house, and the second time in the new extension, and both times the rooms were fantastic, every amenity supplied and excellent service from the staff in both housekeeping and the restaurant. Only an overnight stay but so relaxing, thank you.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2026
Kadene
Great Hotel. We had a lovely night stay. Will definitely be coming back. x
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2026
Lynne
Absolutely gorgeous room and friendly, helpful staff. Delicious breakfast. Lovely grounds and easy walk to the university campus.
Would definitely stay again when in the area :)
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Emily
Gorgeous accommodation, with lovely views
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2026
Dominic
Lovely clean hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. Good quiet location and easy parking. Food and beer was also nice. Good breakfast. Will return when back in area for sure.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Jodene
excellent, highly recommended
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jun 2026
Paul
Lovely location within easy reach of Wivenhoe and colchester. Our room was in the main house so the room was period therefore furnished with old furniture which is not really to our taste. The bathroom was modern however and spotless. We tried the restaurant for dinner, unfortunately only Sunday roast menu and a few other mains. We both had roast but unfortunately not the best 4/10 and patchy service too. Nobody asked if we liked it but mandatory 12.5% service charge! However the breakfast was very good and lovely service, good selection of hot and cold plus special orders from the menu. Overall a really nice stay but with a few niggles.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Kevin
Lovely hotel and lovely staff but there were too many people on the Saturday afternoon when our group of ten arrived. The comfortable lounge was unavailable to us as it was reserved for a wedding and the restaurant had no indoor seating available on a very wet, cold day. We were, however, provided with hot water bottles for our stay in the terrace gazebo. Otherwise cannot fault the hotel or the staff.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2026
Linda
We stayed for two nights and enjoyed our stay. This was a lovely hotel, with a nice atmosphere. However. We were disappointed with the food offering. We had dinner both nights, the burger and chips were just nice, and quite basic. The chicken pie was not chicken! , struggled to find the chicken. The potatoes and gravy, sauce, were puréed. We were not sure whether to use a knife and fork, or a soup spoon! Please can the chef reconsider puréed food, it seems a lazy way to serve a dinner .However, we do have a sense of humour with most things, and really found the funny side!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2026
Fionnghuala
Lovely grounds for a walk
Huge room
Good restaurant
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2026
ian
We had an overnight stay at Wivenhoe, we had early drinks at the bar and Isaac was super attentive, polite and friendly. Isaac is a credit to the team and came across hard working and conscientious
The room was clean and well maintained, bed was very comfy and we had a very peaceful and restful night. The grounds are beautiful we took a walk around the lake then went for more cocktails at the bar. It was an easy drive back into Colchester to see the historic castle the following day. Would highly recommend to all and would love to visit again 😍👏
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2026
Lee
Great hotel, lovely staff and a fantastic breakfast.
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Toyah
I found the hotel welcoming stunningly beautiful. I had breakfast in my room and it was 10 out of 10 absolutely excellent I travel alone. I am female and I have a hotel like this is incredibly important to me. It was excellent.
8/10
Excellent
27 May 2026
Kerry
Beautiful setting , not too far from home but we wanted to escape the beach crowds from home and it was very peaceful at the hotel.
Had an overcharge issue with drinks bill but have been told it’s being dealt with. Special Thankyou to Abby for her help.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2026
Rosemary
It was a quiet restful environment. Safe and welcoming. GrwTvtobsee the Hospitality students learning in a first rate hotel. I would go there again
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2026
Pamela
I arrived late but the welcome was still amazing.
Lovely room, well equipped with a beautiful view.
Super breakfast and easy checkout.
I will definitely revisit and recommend.
6/10
Pleasant
18 May 2026
Glanville
Dining menu was limited in terms of choice and quality. Sadly this did not extend to pricing.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Yan
Wivenhoe House is the only hotel we stay every time at Colchester. we love the hotel environment with pretty of green area around, super nice staffs, great restaurants always serving good quality meals that make me want to go back every time
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
16 May 2026
Allan
Good location, decent room, poor service in the restaurant.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 May 2026
Clare
Room was clean and comfortable but TV wouldn't connect to the wifi - night staff tried to help and even reset the system, but it was still the same the next day. We were also rudely awoken early in the morning by 2 dogs in the room next door that had obviously been left while their owners had gone to breakfast. REALLY NOT good and not what you'd expect from this type of hotel. Breakfast was good but coffee wasn't great - partner had to send his cafetiere back as is tasted horrible. Building is very grand and generally the property and rooms are maintained to a high standard, it was just a shame we have a couple of things that impacted our stay and made us unlikely to return in the future
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 May 2026
janette
Excellent service from staff, delicious food for lunch, dinner and breakfast
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Bradley
We had a wonderful two night stay and would highly recommend it. Staff in all areas were exceptional and service provided was the best we've had at any hotel. Clean comfortable room, great breakfasts and the Park Brasserie provided an excellent dining experience.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Dale
We stayed here on our Ruby Wedding Anniversary as we had our wedding reception here and this was the first time we had gone back in 40 years!
Staff very attentive and had sprinkled red hearts on the bed and on our dining table with little lights.The food was delicious, lovely evening meal and very good breakfast in the morning. Over all a lovely nostalgic stay for us and we will definitely return.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Jennifer
Clean room, front of house was very welcoming and an excellent breakfast was provided
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
Anne
All the staff were very helpful and understanding particularly with husband who has dementia and Alzheimer's.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2026
Claire
Lovely room. Beautiful grounds. Fantastic breakfast!
6/10
Pleasant
01 May 2026
Diana
Beautiful location. Wish I had known before my stay that you can use the uni sports facilities.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2026
Eugene
Excellent welcome, and the staff were really friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great, the toaster is amazing! I thoroughly enjoyed my stay there. Super convenient, as I was on a course at the university that weekend.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2026
Elisa
Lovely hotel on the edge of campus. Lots of atmosphere, impeccably clean rooms, and very friendly staff. After a busy week in London, the beautiful surrounds, fresh air and peace of Wivenhoe House were just perfection. We had two rooms for our party of three, both in the modern part of the hotel and both excellent. We especially enjoyed the room with a balcony overlooking the grounds. The restaurant was excellent, enjoyed dinner there as well as breakfast each morning - all just great. We didn't have a vehicle during our stay but found it easy and reasonable to get an Uber into town and to and from the train station.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Simon
Wivenhoe House Hotel was nothing short of exceptional from start to finish. Set in beautiful parkland, the hotel perfectly blends historic charm with modern luxury, creating an atmosphere that feels both elegant and welcoming.
From the moment I arrived, the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely thoughtful. Every member of staff went out of their way to make me feel looked after, without ever being intrusive.
Dinner in the restaurant was a real highlight. The menu was beautifully curated, showcasing seasonal ingredients and creative flair. Each course was expertly presented and full of flavour—clearly the work of a talented kitchen. The ambience in the dining room added to the experience, striking just the right balance between relaxed and refined.
Breakfast the following morning was equally impressive. There was a generous selection to choose from, with both continental options and perfectly cooked hot dishes. Everything was fresh, high quality, and served with the same attentive care we experienced the night before.
The room itself was spacious, comfortable, and impeccably clean, with lovely views of the surrounding grounds—making it very easy to unwind and enjoy the peaceful setting.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
Adam
Everything about our stay was excellent, the service and the staff in particular were next level fantastic!
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
Vincent
Excellent room, big clean bed
Business
4/10
Poor
21 Feb 2026
Elsie
The service and the staff were awful. It’s a lovely hotel
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2026
Adnan
One of the best rooms I have stayed in the UK. It was clean, well equipped and even had a balcony.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Laurence
Everything and more that you would expect from an excellent hotel of the international conference type
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2026
Ben
Lovely room and very friendly staff at both reception and in the brasserie.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2026
Stallon
Clean rooms, staff were attentive, amenities were good.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
Marie
Very warm welcomenwhen we checked into the hotel,our room was spacious and very clean we had a balcony room so we had a lovely room.Breakfast this morning was lovely as well so we both enjoyed our stay last night to celebrate my husbands sixty bithday.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Jan 2026
Ian
Room spacious and clean. Food overall a bit of a let down.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2026
Ruth
Spotless room, excellent heating, plenty of hot water and power shower. In particular Visi, the front of house manager, was very accommodating, after we were unable to book the restaurant, going above & beyond to ensure our NYE was the best experience we’ve ever had. Highly recommend this hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2025
Ana
The room was comfortable, very spacious. The staff was friendly and courteous. The historic building made the stay even more special. Thank you.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2025
Simone
Staff kindly upgraded our room. Had a lovely balcony with view over fields. Room was fabulous. Clean and comfortable- bathroom seemed new and shower was amazing. Really loved the hotel and wished we were staying longer. Also on uni campus where our son residing so very convenient.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2025
David
Lovely historic building, modernised internally.
Business
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2025
Tim
Stayed in the new wing, Room was clean, comfortable and well appointed.
Staff were lovely and helpful and breakfast in the room was great.
We also had dinner and the food was excellent despite the team also coping with 2 Christmas parties.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Dec 2025
Chris
The hotel was lovely, very nice room with wonderful views over the local countryside from the balcony. The room was nice and clean, and well appointed with a good coffee machine.
Very nice bathroom, again clean.
Breakfast in the morning was lovely, good quality and nice and hot buffet. Great coffee options.
Was peasantly surprised.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
13 Dec 2025
mark
We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff were polite and friendly throughout our visit. The accommodation was clean and comfortable, and the buffet breakfast was delicious with a great selection. We would happily stay here again.
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Dec 2025
Jean
Friendly staff, clean room hotel decorated lovely for Xmas
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2025
Jeanne
Clean room and great staff
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2025
Aaron
Hotel went above and beyond to make our stay extra special. Staff were very friendly, building was beautiful and rooms were lovely. An amazing stay.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
18 Nov 2025
William
I stayed for one night and arrived late, so the hotel was quiet. Check-in was quick and efficient.

Reaching the room took a while because the layout feels like a maze. When I arrived, the key did not work. I returned to reception and was told it was a known issue, and that it was easier to switch rooms than fix the lock. I was moved to a different room and made the same long walk back.

The room was comfortable and the bed was good, but something in the bathroom dripped through the night which made it harder to get to sleep.

Overall the stay was fine, but it did not feel like a four-star standard.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2025
VINCENT
Stayed for 1 night on business. Everything was in general fine. Room was a bit warm and no air con meant fans needed to be on all night.
Dinner was fair however fish and chips were overcooked not burnt but in the fryer way too long.
Lots of training ongoing with new staff so expected a few mishaps. Would stay again if in the area.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2025
David
We liked the mix of the old and new in this hotel. The grounds were beautiful. Breakfast very tasty as well.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2025
Mary
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10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2025
Sam
Great hotel, clean, well furnished. Great good. Very worth of 4 stars
10/10
Exceptional
31 Oct 2025
Jonathan
Happy.with my stay was clean and tidy,breakfast was great plenty of choice of food.Staff was helpfull had.a lovely lounge and plenty of parking as well!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2025
Thomas
Perfect experience
Business Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2025
Julie
The room and bathroom were spotlessly clean. We were delighted to find that our room had always been serviced prior to our return from breakfast. The room was huge, with a very extensive balcony.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Peter

Excellent stay

Room was spotlessly clean with everything you needed. Staff were extremely hospitable and attentive. Breakfast was fresh and a wide variety of food on offer. Balcony was a nice touch.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Jeremy
We stayed here using some Tesco vouchers to pay for the stay.

We booked a Superior Balcony Room for one night. Check-in was very friendly and quick, and we were walked to our room by the receptionist.
The room was lovely, but we did discover an issue with the electronic lock — it wouldn’t lock when we went to leave.

We reported it to reception, and someone came to have a look at it quite quickly. Unfortunately, they weren’t able to resolve the issue, so we were moved to a Deluxe Room.

The hotel is beautiful, and the old house is lovely to have a look around. There’s also a beautiful lounge where guests can relax.

We had dinner in the Park Brasserie, which was wonderful. The roast beef was perfectly cooked, and everything on the plate was excellent — it was also a generous portion. There’s a wonderful dessert trolley to tempt you after a hearty main course.

Breakfast the next morning was equally good. It was served in the same restaurant, with a good selection of both hot and cold options available.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Moira
Staff very welcoming in both the reception and restaurant. Large bedroom, very clean and comfortable bed, lovely view. Food was good too
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2025
Bruce

Good room and food

Friendly and attentive staff and a superb dinner, good room and very comfortable
Business
6/10
Pleasant
14 Sep 2025
Lee

Lovely hotel but bad sleep

Pillows and bedding was uncomfortable so not a good nights sleep
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2025
Anita

Excellent stay.

Wonderful 2 night stay. Staff excellent with good service. We had breakfast and evening meal - food really good.
Rooms very clean - we were in the garden annex
2 Fans in room to use which we did as hot weather. Would definitely stay ago. Couldn’t fault anything.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2025
Joseph

Fantastic hospitality !!!

Always a great time at the Wivenhoe. The best !!!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Sep 2025
Karen
This was a reasonably priced and fairly comfortable option. Staff were generally very helpful and exceptionally polite. However, on our arrival after being seated in the brasserie, we had to wait a long time and eventually find someone, to place our order. We liked our room with balcony, and the parkland environment. However, it was impossible to use the bathroom during the night without waking the other occupant because of light spillage. As a suggestion it would be good for the hotel to work with the university management to develop a safe pedestrian route to the bus stops at South Courts - the footpath runs out at the car parks and we found we had to walk on the road to progress towards the bus stop. This would be completely unmanageable for someone in a wheelchair. There was a wedding going on during our stay and as the wedding party were using the enclosed garden space, we weren't sure if we could sit there.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Sep 2025
Mark

Lovely hotel on university campus

A lovely place in the Essex campus. Attentive staff, comfortable room with nespresso machine and huge bed. Very quiet and great for exploring the area.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Aug 2025
Katie

Anniversary Trip

Clean Rooms, Attentive and friendly staff, quiet and peaceful sleep. Only thing id suggest is hooks in the Superior rooms just for quick access to handbag/jacket rather than drapping them on chair or having to take them off hangers in the wardrobe. Also, the vanity mirror in the bathroom should have its own socket/electricity switch as having the vanity mirror light on with the bathroom light gets very bright and overwhelming first thing in the morning.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2025
Lisa

Nice stay

Nice hotel in a great setting, very handy for the university sports complex next door. Food and service in the restaurant was excellent. The only thing to note is that this hotel does not have air conditioning, there is a fan in the room but it can still get pretty warm if the weather is nice.
8/10
Excellent
24 Aug 2025
Ian

Wedding venue

Lovely venue and the staff were amazing, the only minor glitch is there wasn’t air con in the room despite it being of a modern construction
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2025
Fay
The setting is beautiful, room was spacious and comfortable. View from the balcony was lovely and staff were very friendly. Even a little welcome bag for the pooch.
8/10
Excellent
19 Aug 2025
Alex orSusan
It was a great hotel but there was no AC in the room. So we had to check out after one night. The staff was excellent and they were gracious enough to cancel the second night booking.
The Breakfast was wonderful.
8/10
Excellent
19 Aug 2025
Craig
Nice property.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2025
Keith
Excellent food, room, immaculate, even had air con. Would have no hesitation in recommending it and we would definitely stay there again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2025
Susan

Fabulous Hotel in peaceful surroundings

Lovely hotel, fabulous areas to relax and enjoy a coffee or drink in the evening. Had a room in the old part of the hotel and it was clean, spacious and had a traditional feel
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2025
Julie
I expected to be in the annex, but the room was very good and had a balcony.
Food was excellent, generous portions.
To be honest, I thought the wine was a bit pricey.
Very nice garden, and plenty of parking.
The hotel is a training hotel, so the staff are knowledgeable.
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
18 Jul 2025
Stephanie
Nice hotel. Limited range of food available in the restaurant.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2025
Elissa
Very nice! Lovely grounds and service.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2025
Rosemarie
Had a great time here. Had to go to the university for training so did a family trip where I was able to enjoy the beauty of nature, get some fresh air, relax and just unwinds from the busy city life
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2025
Joseph
Everything and everyone was fantastic.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2025
Joe
Beautiful hotel, very peaceful and the rooms are done out to a high standard. They do not look tired or well worn it really is a lovely hotel. The staff were really polite and attentive. I really can’t fault the fit and finishing of the whole building and rooms. There was no noise from adjacent rooms which you sometimes get with other hotels. The grounds surrounding the hotel are beautifully kept and there is no road or traffic noise. Really is a great stay and location. Comfy beds slept really really well, and nice to have a fridge and safe as standard.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2025
Aimee

Anniversary night away

Wivenhoe house is beautiful, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The bedroom was very comfortable and spotlessly clean, it’s nice to have a coffee machine instead of the usual cheap instant sachets. Bathroom was a good size, extremely clean with a powerful shower. Food both in the evening and breakfast was well presented and delicious. All the staff were very friendly and professional. We will stay again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2025
Maurice
Very nice location and property. We really enjoyed our stay, except for dinner. This was very much under par. Our complaint was greatly handled.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2025
David

Excellent Hotel .. would recommend.

Very enjoyable stay. We received a free upgrade to a superior room which was a nice surprise, all the staff we encountered were professional, friendly and attentive. The room was well appointed and very comfortable. Hotel in a very pleasant countryside setting. Nothing to find fault with, would definitely stay there again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2025
Michael

Nice hotel
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2025
James
My stay at the Wivenhoe House Hotel was excellent. Lionel was absolutely
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
05 May 2025
Roy

Noisy wedding disturbance

Staff always first class. Hot classic room in the old part of the hotel. Booked a classic room but was hoping for the new side as cooler. Also noisy wedding event outside the window. Non wedding guests would be better suited away from the event.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
H
What a beautiful area and very comfort for my room
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
27 Apr 2025
Stephanie
Great location and beautiful surrounds especially the lake.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2025
Yasmin

Beautiful Property next to University of Essex

A beautiful property with a lovely historical charm- though a bit on the expensive side. The reception team was incredibly friendly and accommodating. I stayed in the Hilton room for a night before my graduation at the University of Essex, and it made the occasion feel even more special.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
Serena
Excellent hotel. I was very impressed by it all. Our room was the Charles Gooch Suite, which was so lovely and extremely large, perfect as we had our 4 year old son with us, who slept on the pull out sofa. I love how the hotel keeps the period features of the house so well, yet of course has all the modern facilities.
Overall: spotlessly clean, helpful staff, comfortable beds, beautiful room, i would definitely recommend/return if in the area
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2025
Gurdip
The hotel was set in lovely grounds, forming
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
Tina

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel. Our room the Brettingham was lovely. The weather was lovely so we were ablebto enjoy some drinks out on the garden terrace. The staff were all really friendly right feom check in to check out! We had breakfast in our room. We had a full english and it was huge and really great quality food! Will definitely comw back again 😁
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Apr 2025
Nicholas
Nice and peaceful
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2025
Anne

That little extra dutorisr

An amazing night away celebrating our 60th wedding anniversary. Great suprise was the welcome in our bedroom after it had mentioned we. Were celebrating.
Partner

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Wivenhoe House Hotel
Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, United Kingdom

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