GreyFriars

Property class: 4

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Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at GreyFriars. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AED 533
AED 640 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chandelier, a window with curtains, and floral wallpaper.

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a telephone, a framed painting on the wall, and a window with a decorative blind.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Junior Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and two lamps.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Duplex Suite

A staircase with a wooden handrail and metal balusters, leading to a room with a desk, chair, and a television.

Duplex Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Signature Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a chandelier, and a patterned wallpaper.

Signature Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Colchester is home to GreyFriars. Hollytrees Museum and The Minories Galleries are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Colchester Castle Museum and Jumbo Water Tower. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colchester Community Stadium or Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool. Visit our Colchester travel guide
Map
High Street, Colchester, England, CO1 1UG

What's nearby

  • A stone commemorative plaque at Castle Park, marking the 100th anniversary of its opening in 1892.
    Colchester Castle Park
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A modern building with a unique angular design and large glass windows.
    firstsite
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A grand hall with ornate columns, a large organ, and a high, blue ceiling.
    Colchester Town Hall
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A historic brick building with a large tree in front, a modern glass structure labeled 'Mercury Theatre', and a statue on top of the glass structure.
    Mercury Theatre
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Colchester Castle Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station
    7 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Three Wise Monkeys
    4 min walk
  • Foresters Arms
    3 min walk
  • Other Monkey Tap Room
    4 min walk
  • Istanbul Delight
    6 min walk
  • Small Talk Tearooms
    6 min walk

About this property

GreyFriars

  • Upscale hotel
  • A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at GreyFriars. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
    • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and newspapers in the lobby
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at GreyFriars have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and free stocked minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Free toiletries and hair dryers
    • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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Frequently asked questions

Is GreyFriars pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at GreyFriars?

As of 24 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GreyFriars on 9 November 2026 start from AED 533, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at GreyFriars?

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

What time is check-out at GreyFriars?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GreyFriars located?

Situated in Colchester, this hotel is steps from Hollytrees Museum, Colchester Visitor Information Centre, and The Minories Galleries. Colchester Natural History Museum and Xtreme Gaming are also within 5 minutes. Colchester Town Station is 7 minutes by foot and Hythe Station is 22 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

GreyFriars Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 548 out of 715 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 715 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 715 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 715 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 715 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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I enjoyed everything about my stay at Greyfriars. The breakfasts were particularly good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent breakfast and superb Terrace Bar in the evening and perfect location for Colchester town centre.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A great location if you're spending time in Colchester town center, visiting the castle and sampling the many wonderful pubs and restaurants in the area. The rooms were nice and roomy. They did tell us ahead of time that the room was on two floors (bed upstairs and lounge/study downstairs), a nice layout although a bit of a trip hazard if you need to use the bathroom in the middle of the night and don't want to wake your partner. The staff were friendly and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was amazing and breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great accommodation. Lovely , quiet room that was air conditioned. Lovely to have drinks in the fridge and L’Occtane toiletries. Great choice for breakfast and lovely staff . Would highly recommend and visit again .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A lovely stay as always. Very comfortable and clean. The breakfast is delicious. Can’t wait to come back again next time I’m in Colchester. Love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff are all fantastic absolutely first class I highly recommend. Private and spacious parking lovely breakfast room super clean with high class finish
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, super staff, great breakfast and free secure parking
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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As usual my stay was wonderful The staff cannot do enough for you Standards in all areas are very high! This is what keeps me returning…on that note, I’m wondering if there could be some kind of reward , ie a free dinner, or returning guests?!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Overall great stay near all the shops, made to feel very welcome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Free on site parking We haf a free room upgrade Location in town center Breakfast fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What an amazing hotel, we had a two day stay in the Venetian Suite, a lovely room. Greyfriars is a beautiful hotel with a chilled vibe. On our second night, (after our wedding) we walked in and the staff had filled the suite with rose petals and some lovely chocolates. We live around 30 minutes away but will be staying again for a date night or two 😉
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An excellent experience. Friendly staff excellent food easy parking. Our suite was spacious with a large bathroom and a dressing room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Lovely friendly staff Big shout out to the lovely waitress at breakfast who was on her own due to staff sickness and was so pleasant deserving rushed off her feet Room was nicely decorated and very comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and comfortable, staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful stay all the staff were very helpful, we will stay there again,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Ideally situated in town. Car park good Breakfast good Bar closed at 11. Did not stay open for residents
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An extremely pleasant stay. Clean as a whistle courteous helpful staff. We didnt want to leave
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room, courteous staff, good parking Breakfast was good, however noticed Weetabix packets, I was served over a month out of date, waitress apologised. Hopefully just human error, no repercussions so far
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hi lovely welcome great safe parking and to finish a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a great hotel for a short stay in Colchester. A very good breakfast, large rooms, and the location is great if you want to explore Colchester (right by the castle and park).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A really pleasant stay, hotel is immaculate and very well situated. Pleasant and courteous staff Very enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great room although was very cold on arrival but well furnished, super bathroom and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The surroundings were really pleasant. The staff couldn’t be more helpful, offering to take luggage to my room. The room was extremely clean and was above my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Brilliant friendly stay - will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023