Brook Red Lion Hotel Colchester

Built in 1465, Brook Red Lion Hotel is a Grade 1 listed building with plenty of Olde world charm. Maintaining its original Tudor features of exposed wooden beams and warm red and gold fabrics, the Red Lion Hotel is one of the oldest Inns in the area. The individually decorated En-suite rooms mix traditional charm with modern comforts, and each hold a flat screen TV, WiFi, a trouser press and teacoffee making facilities.The Red Lion Hotel's old banqueting hall has been transformed into the Parliament Restaurant, where guests can enjoy a relaxed dining atmosphere and classical dishes with a modern twist from the à la carte menu. The Red Lion also offers a bar and 24-hr room service.Situated in Colchester, Britain's oldest recorded town, there is plenty to do when you book a stay at the Brook Red Lion Hotel. Just a short walk away you will find plenty of boutique shops in the area and local tourist attractions including Colchester Castle, Zoo and the Beth Chatto Gardens.

Features & Facilities Include: Parking Spaces Licensed Bar Public Restaurant

Address: Brook Red Lion Hotel 43 High Street Colchester Essex CO1 1DJ

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Directions

M25 junc 28, A12 - East Anglia and Chelmsford. Follow signs for Colchester, approx. 40-45 miles along the A12. Turn off to Colchester central, (exit after Colchester West).Continue 500 metres to a large roundabout and take 2nd exit (town centre).Continue to next roundabout and take 3rd exit (town centre). Follow this road until you reach the next roundabout and take 1st exit. Keep in right hand lane and bear right at first set of traffic lights. Drive up the hill straight on and turn left at lights at the top. This is the High Street and the hotel is 500 metres down on the right hand side next door to MandS. PLEASE NOTE: The Red Lion Hotel does not have its own car park, (these were not required in c1465!). We recommend that you initially park in the loading bay outside the hotel, take your luggage up to reception and check-in. The nearby NCP car park is £8.50 per overnight stay and must be paid directly at the NCP car park. We hope you enjoy your visit to the Red Lion Hotel.