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The Victory at Mersea

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel with restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Hallway
Exterior
Floor plan
Superior Suite, Balcony, Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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92 Coast Road, West Mersea, Colchester, England, CO5 8LS
  • Place, Mersea Island Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Colchester Zoo
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, Balcony, Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Double Room, Accessible, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Terrace/patio

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Colchester

In Colchester .At this Colchester hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mersea Island Museum and 3 miles (5 km) of Mersea Island Vineyard. Cudmore Grove Country Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Abberton Resevoir Visitor Centre is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Mersea Island Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 16 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • University of Essex - 20 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Colchester Castle Park - 21 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Flatford Mill - 38 min drive - 25.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wivenhoe Station - 22 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Donkey & Buskins - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hare and Hounds - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Layer Fox - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Victory at Mersea

4-star beach hotel with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Victory at Mersea also features a terrace, a garden, and an elevator. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Victory at Mersea offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 3.50 to 25 for adults and GBP 3.50 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 3.50 to 25.00 for adults, and GBP 3.50 to 25.00 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Victory Mersea Hotel Colchester
Victory Mersea Colchester
Victory Mersea Inn
Victory Mersea Inn Colchester
Victory Mersea Hotel
Victory Mersea
The Victory at Mersea Hotel
The Victory at Mersea Colchester
The Victory at Mersea Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Victory at Mersea to the airport?

The Victory at Mersea is 38.8 mi (89-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Victory at Mersea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Victory at Mersea.

How close is The Victory at Mersea to the beach?

This hotel is 14.1 mi (34-min drive) from Mill Beach.

Does The Victory at Mersea offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Victory at Mersea, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 3.50 and 25.00 for adults, GBP 3.50 and 25.00 for children. It's available every day from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Victory at Mersea?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Victory at Mersea?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Victory at Mersea?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Victory at Mersea have a pool?

The Victory at Mersea does not have a pool.

Does The Victory at Mersea have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Victory at Mersea have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Victory at Mersea to downtown Colchester?

The Victory at Mersea is 0.7 mi away from West Mersea.

The Victory at Mersea Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 250 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service
The booking was made through Expedia with filters applied for 4 star hotels. There was a sign on the property indicating 4 star Inn. The sign was probably 20 years old or more. This is a pub with some letting rooms. Ours was in a converted outbuilding. Billed as a luxury double with garden views. The room was cramped, a double bed, 2 bedside cupboards, one bedside lamp. A dressing table with one chair, tea and coffee facilities. There was no wardrobe only an understairs alcove with a short hanging rail and 4 hangers. The door to the bathroom was swollen and needed a shoulder barge to open and close it. The toilet roll holder was hanging off the wall, etc. The bedroom carpet was badly stained in places. The 2nd night someone was in the room above and could be heard moving around - in fairness that could have been a lot worse. The garden is non existent; 3 rooms share a small fenced area with 3 trestle table and bench sets that have seen better days, set on a few paving slabs with gravel surround. Beyond the fence is a children's playground. The bed was comfortable and linen and towels clean but no one came to clean and tidy the room between nights. Breakfast of scrambled eggs and bacon on toast was fine but served in a cereal bowl! Coffee was dire. Try the Coastal Cafe in town which opens at 9. Internet service was poor and intermittent. You have to walk past smelly bins at the back to get to the rooms. In short this was far from a 4 star hotel although priced much the same.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

West Mersea gem

Very friendly comfortable pub, love coming back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Business traveler
Nice location, clean room would be better if Breakfast was available before 9am
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen Claire

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Really helpful staff great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff made us very welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The victory at Mersea is a nice holiday hotel in a really nice location. We walked to sandbank holiday resort along the beach and walked back through the little town. We will definitely be back again as we still have a lot we want to see. A friendly island, with plenty to do. We stayed in room 8 which was noisey during the day as a childrens play park right next door, but we were out most of the day, but would be too noisy for elderly people. Had 2 breakfasts included in the price which were big and delicious. Highly recommend, just make sure the tide is out or have to wait before crossing the bridge.
The Victory Hotel at night.
Boats nr the jetty
Mersea Beach
Up on land.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was clean and comfortable. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast provided a good level of choice and was tasty. The only downside for us was that there was a high level of noise from a band (I assume) playing in the bar downstairs which we found irritating when trying to settle down to sleep. Otherwise we were very happy with the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location with balcony view. Comfortable and clean. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice Stay

I really enjoyed my stay at the Victory. There are lots of positives about this bed and breakfast. Cleanliness could be looked at. Throughout the site, there were lots of cobwebs both in the dining room and in the room I stayed in. The staff, super friendly, were very helpful. However, there was a lack of experience with some younger staff not knowing where the extra toilet roll was. There was no welcome pack or information card in the rooms, so I was unsure of how to use the WiFi and the irregular timing of the restaurant (understandable as it's a small community) made me unsure of whether it would be open or not. Lots of places close at 5 in the area. Communication could be improved (no response via the questions sent in message centre on hotels.com). I liked my room and I was very surprised about the size of the bathroom, however the shower had very low water pressure. There are no fans to use or borrow, so I brought my own. Luckily there was a strong wind during the time I there. There is a lovely area to sit outside and it's close to the beach where I spent a lot of my time. The area is in dire need of a small convenient store as the closest one is about a 14 or 15 minute walk away from the area. Lots of really great restaurants in the area, including the Victory itself. Don't forget anything! Cars would be helpful to get around the area as there is not a lot of public transport or taxis.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room very nicely renovated but spoilt by a really grubby balcony (which we had paid extra for) with overflowing ashtray on the table. Service very friendly but very odd hours of service - we had been told food served until 8.00 pm, but when we tried to order at 7.30 the manager said we were too late! She kindly managed to get the chef to provide a course but we felt rushed. In the morning despite notice on the door saying breakfast served at 8.30 we got down to the dining room to find no one around, same member of staff was on shift starting at 8.30 and said breakfast not served until
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Conplaint

Hotel staff not up to scratch ask for extra pillow and more tea bags did not turn up breakfast no fruit no fresh water or enough choice of cereal and no menu on the table or offered one when we came into the restaurant also wnen we came in to the reception to book in key to our room lost to it was found but other wise not bad David Maslen
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay and beautiful garden for food . Food was delicious . Room was comfy . Only minor thing was kitchen closed at 7pm for food and breakfast wasnt until 8.30am other than this staff were friendly and id vidit again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We found the Victory Inn at Mersea to be very comfortable and the service was brilliant. Staff were especially helpful and the position was great for my 6 year old grandson as he spent lots of time in the play area and we could keep our eye on him. We will definitely be booking again for sometime in the summer for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Dealt with very well

There was a problem with a leak in the bathroom and the hotel gave us a full refund and has offered us a free nights stay. Can’t ask for me than that. Great staff, great service and once the problem is fixed very nice room. Best regards David Wolff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

A small victory

Loved the position, had a balcony overlooking the estuary. Staff very friendly. Needs extra attention to cleanliness. Shower drain not cleaned, water collected in the tray couldn't run out quick enough. Tea tray not clean and cobwebs above the bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stop. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Danny

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025