The oldest Hotel in Englands oldest recorded town. The BEST WESTERN the Rose and Crown Hotel, originally a 14th-century posting house, lovingly restored to a modern day hotel.
A Classic Posting House with Modern Day Amenities: the BEST WESTERN The Rose and Crown Hotel
New for 2013 we have refurbished seven rooms to a superior level offering, iPod docking stations, laptop charging safes, and high-quality fixtures & fittings but more importantly to new bathrooms are stunning with eco lighting throughout. Nine executive rooms featuring, air-conditioning, laptop charging safes and premium quality fixtures and furnishings.
Alternatively, choose from the historic oak beamed rooms in the original house, or the more contemporary rooms in the main building. All rooms have an entertainment system and either Wi-Fi or Internet data port. The Oak Room restaurant offers a contemporary setting and great casual dining, a favourite with the locals and guests alike. Have a pre-dinner drink in either the hotel lounge or enjoy the Tudor Bar/Brasserie with its more traditional foods and ales.
Good food and drink are essential ingredients for any getaway and our hotel restaurants and bars don’t disappoint. From brekkies that leave you raring to go, to evening meals with the wow factor we’ve got all your culinary needs covered. Tuck in.
Whether you’re dedicating your full getaway to the green or just want to sneak in a few holes in between sightseeing, we’ve got you covered. Just don’t forget to pack your lucky club…
The hotel is within walking distance of Colchester Town centre (15 minutes) and accessible to all the historic sights of East Anglia. Colchester is a picturesque town which has been in existence for around 2000 years. It's located in the county of Essex, and it offers a wide range of attractions for tourists to enjoy. From ancient churches to modern shopping centres, Colchester has something for everyone! In this guide we will take you on a tour through the attractive streets and show you some of our favourite places to visit while there.
The Best Western Rose and Crown Hotel is within walking distance of Colchester city centre. With a proud history of hospitality, it's the oldest recorded hotel in England's oldest recorded town!