Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

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Overview

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester: Comfortable Accommodation with Modern Amenities

Dragonfly Hotel Colchester offers a welcoming retreat for travelers looking for quality accommodation in Colchester. This family-run hotel combines comfort with convenience, making it an excellent choice among hotels in Colchester. With a range of amenities, guests will find everything they need for a pleasant stay.

Spacious Rooms for Ultimate Comfort

the first thing you’ll notice upon entering the well-equipped rooms at the Dragonfly Hotel Colchester is the wonderfully comfortable Hypnos beds. Each room is decorated to create a warm atmosphere and includes features such as a 43-inch wall-mounted Phillips flat-screen TV with Freeview, USB charging ports, and complimentary Wi-Fi. En suite bathrooms are standard, ensuring a private and convenient experience. For those traveling for leisure or business, some rooms even feature a cozy seating area for relaxation after a long day.

Dining Experience with Diverse Options at The Dragonfly Hotel

The hotel provides an on-site restaurant that serves an all-day dining menu, allowing guests to enjoy a wide range of international flavors and wines without venturing far. The cosy bar and lounge area offers ample seating for gathering and socializing. For those in a hurry, the option of an afternoon tea provides a refreshing pause, even on the busiest days. This 3-star hotel prioritizes guest satisfaction by catering to differing dietary preferences and needs.

Comprehensive Services and Amenities

Guests at this Colchester hotel can take advantage of a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and express check-in/check-out services. Safety features such as smoke detectors and a first aid kit are in place for added security. The Dragonfly Hotel also offers ironing facilities upon request, ensuring that guests have everything they need for a comfortable stay.

Entertainment and Relaxation Options

For leisure—or for business gatherings—Dragonfly Hotel Colchester boasts five well-appointed meeting rooms that are ideal venues for events. Those looking to unwind can take in the views from the terrace or stroll through the hotel’s garden. Even on-the-go travelers find it easy to slow down here, as the relaxing restaurant environment creates a picturesque setting for respite.

Dragonfly Colchester: Convenient Location and Transportation Access

Situated just 10 minutes from the University of Essex and approximately 6 km from Colchester Town, the hotel serves as an ideal base to explore the local area. Visitors can easily access the picturesque cities of Ipswich and Harwich, both located a mere 25-minute drive away. With free parking available, the journey to and from London Stansted, which is 60 km from the hotel, is hassle-free for those flying in or out of the area.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
At the hotel Dragonfly Colchester guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:28
Former name
Quality Hotel / Ramada
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Rooms and availability

Executive Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Facilities for kids

Children's menu

Cribs

Services

  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

💵 Lowest room price 67 US$
📏 Distance to center 2.8 mi
🗺️ Location rating 7.8
✈️ Distance to airport 35.4 mi
🧳 Nearest airport London Stansted, STN

Location

Address
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A12/A120 Ardleigh Junction, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO7 7QY
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A12/A120 Ardleigh Junction, Colchester, United Kingdom, CO7 7QY
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Market
Ardleigh Car Boot Sale Site
200 yd
Restaurant
Barley + Graze Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
The Crown
100 yd
Restaurant
Balkerne Gate Table Table
100 yd
Restaurant
Mimosa Restaurant + Deli
200 yd

Reviews of Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

8.4 /10
Great
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#1 of 1 hotels in Ardleigh
Location7.8
Facilities6.6
Guest reviewsWrite a Review
  • S
    Stella
    United Kingdom
    left 13 reviews
    Wrote a review on Oct 21
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    7.0
    room
    staff
    breakfast

    Would recommend for a flash stay

    Clean room, friendly staff, with EV charging facilities making our stay comfortable and convenient as we enjoyed a nice breakfast that was available until late.

    Group of friendsDouble Room
  • A
    Andy
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Aug 06
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining5.0
    9.0
    friendly staff
    clean rooms
    noisy surroundings

    great staff but noisy surroundings

    The staff were incredibly friendly, always making sure our needs were met. The hotel and our double room were impeccably clean and maintained.

    The noise from outside was a bit distracting and affected our sleep.

    CoupleDouble Room
  • E
    Emma
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jul 21
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service7.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    clean rooms
    friendly staff

    Had a great stay with friends! The rooms were clean, and the staff were super friendly. We visited the nearby castle and took a day trip to a local vineyard, both were amazing. Breakfast was available until late, plenty of time to enjoy it. I definitely recommend for anyone looking for a comfortable stay with good vibes.

    Group of friendsDouble Room
  • A
    Aaron
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jul 12
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service7.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    lakeside views
    delicious dinner
    slow check-in
    breakfast waiting

    Tranquil lakeside views and great food

    I had a wonderful stay, enjoying the lakeside views from my room that made for a very peaceful atmosphere. The dinner in the hotel restaurant was hearty and delicious, definitely exceeding my expectations. Breakfast was also a highlight, with a variety of options freshly laid out, giving a great start to the day. My only drawback was the slow check-in process, which could use some improvement.

    CoupleDouble Room
  • E
    Ella
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jul 11
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    friendly staff
    helpful service
    noisy corridors
    disrupted sleep

    I loved the friendly staff! They made our stay so enjoyable, helping us feel at home. The only downside was the noisy corridors. it kept waking us up. 😕

    CoupleDouble Room
  • A
    Adam
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jul 08
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    comfy bed
    friendly staff
    clean room
    dim lighting

    Comfy stay with great food!

    Spent a couple of nights here and it was really nice. The room was super comfy and clean. I had a lovely lake view. Can't forget about breakfast, there was so much to choose from! Just a heads up, it was a bit dim in the room at night. Staff were really friendly and helpful, which made the stay even better.

    CoupleDouble Room
  • E
    Emily
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jul 03
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    comfortable amenities
    helpful staff
    great breakfast options
    low water pressure
    missing toiletries

    during our anniversary visit, the stay was genuinely fantastic. i appreciated the nice room and comfortable amenities, which made the experience memorable. the staff was helpful, and breakfast options exceeded expectations with a great selection.

    the shower had low water pressure.

    CoupleDouble Room
  • F
    Florence
    United Kingdom
    left 18 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 28
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service8.0
    Dining5.0
    7.0
    clean rooms
    friendly staff
    limited dining options

    Clean rooms and friendly staff. Limited dining options, bar ran out of cider.

    CoupleTwin Room
  • E
    Emily
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jun 23
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    nice location
    accommodating staff
    decent room
    limited dinner options
    lack of reception service

    The location was nice as it was close to several attractions. The staff were very accommodating, which made the stay enjoyable. we did notice that there was nobody at reception for quite a while when we arrived, and our dinner options were quite limited, leading to a less than satisfactory dining experience. The room was decent but lacked some basic amenities like additional towels for two guests.

    CoupleDouble Room
  • O
    Owen
    United Kingdom
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 22
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location6.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    friendly service
    great amenities

    This place suits me perfectly with great amenities like free parking, 24-hour reception, and a bar area. Staff helped me with a late departure on my first stay, and I always enjoy the friendly service. I'm coming back for a city break!

    SingleDouble Room
  • O
    Owen
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on May 26
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service8.0
    Dining6.0
    7.0
    friendly staff
    clean bathroom
    good location
    slow breakfast
    poor maintenance
    dirty entrance

    Stayed at the Dragonfly in Colchester for one night. The location was spot on for our needs. Close to the main road, making traveling easy. The staff were really friendly, keen to help with any questions we had. The room had a comfortable setup, and the bathroom was clean with both a shower and bath, which was a treat. Breakfast had a good variety, and items were regularly replenished. On the downside, the self-service breakfast could use some attention. The coffee machine was out of order, and the toaster was slow, burning some of the toast. Found the quality of the food quite average considering the price. there was a lack of side plates and spoons at breakfast, which made things inconvenient. The bathroom door didn’t fit properly and couldn't close. The grounds were nicely maintained, but first impressions were affected by some litter at the entrance. A little more attention to these details would help. Despite these hitches, I would consider staying here again for the friendly vibe and good location.

    CoupleDouble Room
  • E
    Ella
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on Apr 26
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service7.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    fluffy towels
    barley and graze restaurant

    Came here for a quick stay in Colchester, good value for the price. The towels were fluffy and nice after a shower. Make sure to check out the Barley and Graze restaurant for a decent meal.

    SingleDouble Room

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