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University of Essex - Colchester Campus

2.0 star property
Hostel near University of Essex in Colchester

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Daily full breakfast (GBP 6.00 per person)
Fridge, microwave
Economy Single Room (shared bathroom) | View from room
Basic Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen

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University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, England, CO4 3SQ
  • University of Essex
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Colchester Castle Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Colchester Town Hall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Single Room (with en-suite)

1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room (with en-suite)

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Colchester

In Colchester .At this Colchester hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of University of Essex and 3 miles (5 km) of High Woods Country Park. Hollytrees Museum and Colchester Visitor Information Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Essex - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Colchester Castle Museum - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Colchester Town Hall - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Beth Chatto Garden - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Great Bentley Station - 11 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sullivans Fish & Chip Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Spinnaker Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Mac's Fish & Chips - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Quayside Cafe - ‬15 min walk

About this property

University of Essex - Colchester Campus

Hostel near University of Essex in Colchester
There are 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a grocery/convenience store. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. There are 15 meeting rooms available. A fitness center, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly University of Essex - Colchester Campus. Self parking is free.

This Colchester hostel is smoke free.

  • 1500 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
University of Essex - Colchester Campus offers 1500 shared accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries. This Colchester hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Information Point]

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 6.00 for adults and GBP 6.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

University Essex Colchester Campus Hostel
University Essex Campus Hostel
University Essex Campus Hoste
University of Essex Colchester Campus
University of Essex - Colchester Campus Colchester

Frequently asked questions

How close is University of Essex - Colchester Campus to the airport?

University of Essex - Colchester Campus is 44.5 mi (70-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does University of Essex - Colchester Campus have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at University of Essex - Colchester Campus.

How close is University of Essex - Colchester Campus to the beach?

This hostel is 12.5 mi (18-min drive) from St. Osyth Beach and 13.3 mi (28-min drive) from Clacton-on-Sea Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does University of Essex - Colchester Campus offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at University of Essex - Colchester Campus, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 6.00 for adults and GBP 6.00 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at University of Essex - Colchester Campus?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at University of Essex - Colchester Campus?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at University of Essex - Colchester Campus?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does University of Essex - Colchester Campus have a pool?

University of Essex - Colchester Campus does not have a pool.

Does University of Essex - Colchester Campus have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does University of Essex - Colchester Campus have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is University of Essex - Colchester Campus to downtown Colchester?

University of Essex - Colchester Campus is 2.2 mi away from Colchester.

University of Essex - Colchester Campus Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 22 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

j

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Blanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy with the room itself and the price I paid for it booking only couple of days beforehand. Nice and fresh with lots of storage and a clean ensuite bathroom I'd compare the facilities to Travelodge or Ibis(but no TV). However. This being a university campus, it was A bit difficult to find and park in the correct place and was quite a walk to reception and the actual room. Got given a map of the campus and had to find the room myself. Not the easiest task with a luggage -just Keep that in mind. Also I guess my timing wasn't great as all the students returning to uni after the summer holiday's meant lot's of noise and partying at night - not a quiet place to sleep for sure (thanks God for earplugs) - but it might be quieter during the school holidays. Would I stay again at the price? Probably yes given I couldn't find anything else. P.s. the grounds are fantastic with a nice park and lovely lakes and lots of benches to sit down and enjoy the surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jafer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Real value for money. A bit difficult to find your way around as it is a big campus, but it was 2nd visit for me, so it was a breeze
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jafer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful, but a bit difficult to get around as its a huge complex
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Aziz

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice place to stay rooms are basic , clean Can use common kitchen for making tea or coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Key fob didn't work, had to keep running back and forth from my room to reception until I had a fob that worked, when I had one that finally worked it didn't when I returned on Saturday and had to get another fob so I could enter my block and room which had No TV and No kettle which meant was unable to make a cup of tea or porridge for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
DIRECTIONS: The reception is in the main square area and on maps as 'Event Essex'. To get here, you should park at 'Car Park B' by 'Essex Sport Gym'. The room is fine and cheap, you should expect this. You can park right outside to unload, then park the car 100m away. The reception was near impossible to find and I had no idea where to park for it. This really needs to be explained before arrival. The phone number provided was closed. The corridor stank so thickly of smoke that I found it hard to breathe and I'm not asthmatic. The food options were minimal, terrible, overpriced, unhealthy and one morning there was a stench of sewage while I ate. However, the staff were friendly, the kitchens good, it is easy to get to and the room was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

HANAD

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well spaced out over a large area. Therefore it means a 10 minute walk to reception, 10 mins to accommodation, 5 mins back to car park. There are hills and stairs. The accommodation is basic, but quite adequate. As it is only available during Summer, there are not many people at the University and the internet speed is excellent! The doors tend to slam, but overall it was a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Rahaf

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Essex University Campus- Colchester. Good VFM

This is Campus accommodation. The price reflects what you get, whilst saying that, it was value for money. A very friendly team upon arrival who were most helpful. The room is campus accommodation, so dont go expecting Egyptian Cotton bedding, welcome trays, televisions etc. The important thing was that it was extremely clean, the bed comfortable, safe and secure. The campus has a number of facilities for dining and bars together with a number of various shops. Car parking within easy walking distance. Good power supply for my computer and free Wi Fi. All in all it offers good value for money against what else was available in the area. If i was in the area again I would book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Timothy

Uni Campus Colchester

The room was tidy if not a bit basic, but was very quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Kevin

Great stay

Very happy with my stay 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Typical University Accommodation!

Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018