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The Essex Golf and Country Club

3.0 star property

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A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, a high ceiling, and a glass railing overlooking the area. - The Essex Golf and Country Club (Colchester)
An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a high ceiling with a triangular design, and a view of the outside through large windows. - The Essex Golf and Country Club (Colchester)
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Body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages - The Essex Golf and Country Club (Colchester)
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk - The Essex Golf and Country Club (Colchester)
A golf course, a rooftop terrace, and shopping on site are just a few of the amenities provided at The Essex Golf and Country Club. Tee up with amenities like a driving range and golf lessons at this hotel. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a body treatment, or a body scrub at Aura, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Pulse, the on-site restaurant. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the health club; The Essex Golf and Country Club also has a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a hair salon. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a desk, and a TV.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Family Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room Disability Access | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Twin Room Disability Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Colchester is home to The Essex Golf and Country Club. Paycockes and Hedingham Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cineworld Braintree and Benton Hall Golf and Country Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Milbank Stadium or Cressing Road Stadium. Visit our Colchester travel guide
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Earls Colne, Colchester, England, CO6 2NS

What's nearby

  • An elephant walking on rocky terrain with dense green foliage in the background.
    Colchester Zoo
    22 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum
    10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Paycockes
    11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • East Anglian Railway Museum
    11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Halstead Leisure Centre
    15 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Marks Tey Station
    13 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Black Horse Cafe
    5 min drive
  • White Hart Inn
    12 min drive
  • The Five Bells
    8 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    12 min drive
  • The Hook
    13 min drive

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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

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pulse

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • 4 indoor padel courts
  • 6 indoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity

More

  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from June 16 2026 to June 17 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children under 17 years of age are allowed in the pool from 10 AM-7 PM Monday-Friday and 9 AM-7 PM on weekends.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM–8:30 PM.

Is The Essex Golf and Country Club pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 30 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Essex Golf and Country Club located?

Situated in Colchester, this spa hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum, Paycockes, and East Anglian Railway Museum. Halstead Leisure Centre and Milbank Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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

The Essex Golf and Country Club Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 314 out of 842 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 842 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 842 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 842 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 842 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Karelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No signs for the exit in the ladies pool changing room, and nowhere to leave your room key, which activates your locker, if you can work out how to do it. Nice pool and jacuzzi though, rooms could do with a deep clean, but daily basics are done and it's comfortable. Staff are very helpful and happy to help with queries, rooms spacious and mine had a lovely view, plenty of (free) parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and staff and good breakfast and hot tub nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in very easy Reception staff extremely helpful All areas very clean Shame about the weather for golf but obviously not down to the hotel but did manage to get 9 holes played Left feeling very relaxed and refreshed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy. Great office desk and comfort chair for work
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and a lovely room looking out onto the golf course
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean tidy comfortable bed and Emma the receptionist was very helpful well presented and lovely with a happy smiley face
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Room was spotless, very comfortable, free upgrade. Facilities were great; gym was amazing, great pool, bar, restaurant. Staff were accommodating and friendly. Loads of free, on-site parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Everything was fab about this hotel, it's location for us was absolutely key. Room was really clean, separate to the the main building and amenities for pool, bar and
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good. Spacious, quiet, comfortable, bed. A bit dated but fine. Staff nice. Easy parking. I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Iweriaha

Staff very courteous
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and accommodating place. The pool area is a great asset
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities, staff just a pleasurable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Terry

Facilities were good, the bar food served was appetising. The accommodations we were provided had very outdated decor and the windows were blown out so there was no view and reduced light. I will not return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless , we love the hotel and the spa . Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room in ex Ellen condition. On the ground floor near the door was a little noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities were good, room was clean - a little disappointment with the bed, as it was just two single beds pushed together. Everything else was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely rooms very clean and comfortable. Great amenities and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

Great place

Brilliant hotel with excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely stay. Friendly and professional at reception. Room for family for four was perfect. Facilities wise we went to the Strike Shack for the driving range and bought 50 balls to play around with which was really fun and also visited the pool twice during our stay. Great to have the family swim times as felt comfortable to be amongst other parents and young children in the pool. Overall a really lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
unfortunately I was given an old room carpets were a bit threadbare and TV signal kept buffering. the sports facilities were very nice, great breakfast. had I had a new refurbished room stay would have been lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large room, with a good view. Staff could have been more friendly. Options were limited for breakfast. All in all, great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Der

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel and staff were lovely. Showers are a nightmare though, the design is terrible as they just leak constantly all over the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

Lovely hotel

Nicely placed hotel with reasonable room rates, looked like the pictures. Very happy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kim

Rooms were good staff friendly bar area wasn't very clean table not wiped down
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025