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Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near firstsite

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Breakfast and lunch served
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge
Exterior
Lounge

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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A12/A120 Ardleigh Junction, Colchester, England, CO7 7QY
  • Place, High Woods Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Zoo
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Essex
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Colchester

In Colchester .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Colchester Castle Museum and University of Essex. Firstsite and Mercury Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • High Woods Country Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 12 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Mercury Theatre - 13 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • University of Essex - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 25 min drive - 18.7 miles

Getting around

  • Colchester Great Bentley Station - 10 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oak Tree Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paddy & Scott’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dog & Pheasant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jubilee Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

3-star hotel near firstsite
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Dragonfly Hotel Colchester also features a terrace, a garden, and express check-in. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester offers 50 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 12.50 per person

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dragonfly Hotel Colchester to the airport?

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester is 43.2 mi (63-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester on Jun 21, 2026 start from $93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.50 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Dragonfly Hotel Colchester?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester have a pool?

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester does not have a pool.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Dragonfly Hotel Colchester have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Dragonfly Hotel Colchester to downtown Colchester?

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester is 1.9 mi away from Ardleigh.

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 884 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 884 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 884 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 884 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 884 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Candy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy beds and tv with airplay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helped with early check in spotlessly clean very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Klarna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff clean room great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Every where is clean, staff very polite and friendly, always smiling.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Des

Staff great Hotel bit dated and out on a limb
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was fine. Good value, clean, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was a good size and comfortable. Hotel is spacious and staff are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night for a cheerleading competition. Beds were really comfortable. Price was really good and the evening meal was delicious and a good price. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast needs serious improvement.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here before setting off on Eastern European aid trips. Great hotel at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay at the Dragonfly hotel. The staff are friendly and always helpful. The room was clean and tidy. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean quiet hotel good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Tracy

Breakfast over cooked
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel . good price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable room. Good ensuite. Hotel staff very friendly. Breakfast a little limited but overall a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Roy

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

Good accommodate at sensible price

Nice stay and reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were friendly - room was ok, needs updating and there was a funny smell in the room too like someone had been smoking? But overall it was clean and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel if you’re working in the area. The staff are great. Don’t be staying in travelodge’s when this is here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing, reasonably priced and idealistic hotel! With breakfast included, it was worth returning again and we shall do. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay very good value
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm welcome. Everything I needed. Parking and easy access to A12. Basic breakfast at 06.00
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tarik

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

Wagwan61

Great friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Söre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly personal. Clean rooms and comfortable beds. I recommend to stay here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Nice to have the bath and not just a shower. Breakfast was limited on options.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025