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Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a bar at Milsoms. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

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Room options

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Colchester is home to Milsoms. Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum and Hollytrees Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Suffolk Distillery and Tenpin Bowling Colchester. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colchester Community Stadium or Portman Road. Visit our Colchester travel guide
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Stratford Road Dedham, Colchester, England, CO7 6HW

What's nearby

  • A house by a calm river with reflections of trees and a duck swimming.
    Dedham Vale
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A white house with a red roof by a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
    Flatford Mill
    9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • An elephant walking on rocky terrain with dense green foliage in the background.
    Colchester Zoo
    20 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • A stone commemorative plaque at Castle Park, marking the 100th anniversary of its opening in 1892.
    Colchester Castle Park
    22 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • University of Essex
    19 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Manningtree Station
    13 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend)
    69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fields Farm Cafe
    10 min drive
  • Jubilee Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • The Crown
    4 min drive
  • Wooden Fender
    5 min drive
  • Paddy & Scott’s
    7 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • 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 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 27.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 35 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 27.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Milsoms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Milsoms?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Milsoms?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Milsoms located?

Situated in Colchester, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Bridge Cottage and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sir Alfred Munnings Art Museum and RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden. Flatford Mill and Dedham Vale are also within 3 mi (5 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

Milsoms Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spotlessly clean and tidy. Breakfast was excellent too. Will definitely return, thanks for making our stay so enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time we have stayed here, lovely staff and very comfortable especially the air conditioning on some of the hottest days of the year. Good breakfast and will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location and very good food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. Comfortable room, good food & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located for exploring the surrounding area. Receptionist really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very comfortable with large bathroom. However the floorboards between end of bed and the steps into the bathroom are very noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pretty boutique property

Beautiful boutique property. Tiny rooms but beautifully furnished. Restaurant had good food and the staff were attentive:)
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a quick stop over on our way elsewhere. The staff were friendly and helpful and the food in the bar was very good. Recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel room was on the small side but the breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely gardens around the property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

£7 + for a pint of bitter. £40 + for steak and chips. Sleep here but eat elsewhere. I declined breakfast when told it was £30 regardless of how much you eat, I only have a boiled egg and toast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Delusions of grandeur. A very small room with barely enough room to open a suitcase, slightly shabby decor. So many cushions on the bed that when you removed them they took up most of the available floor space! Bathroom ok but nowhere to put toiletries. Dinner ok, but nothing special. It was all “ok” but disappointing compared to the hype on the website.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024