Ardleigh Travel Guide
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Dragonfly Hotel Colchester
"Breakfast menu quite limited"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
St Nicholas Hotel
"Fantastic place to stay"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
"Great hotel to stay at, catered for all - I would say the air con was a little 'meh' and the doors are a bit noisy in the morning as they do not soft close but the other plus's outweigh that - would recommend!!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Ryegate House Colchester
"Ideal location for walking to the centre. On site free parking a major boon"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Staycations Maldon Suites
Booking Urban - Halstead
"Wow was blown away by this accommodation. Set next to a lovely park that our kids absolutely loved, we booked into the top 2 bed flat with amazing decor, compact kitchen that feels superbly spacious. From automatic gate, to coded entry, this apartment is what modern staycations are all about. Oh ..."
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Colchester Zoo
Feed elephants and giraffes, watch a falconry display and meet the fearsome Komodo dragons at one of the U.K.’s best zoos.
Colchester Castle Park
Ride a pedalo on the boating lake, enjoy a game of mini golf or simply spend an afternoon relaxing in Colchester’s most popular public park.
Flatford Mill
Find out about the history of East Bergholt when you take a trip to Flatford Mill. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Beth Chatto Garden
Learn which plants can thrive in a range of habitats in these stunning gardens designed by master gardener Beth Chatto.
Colchester Town Hall
Colchester’s Baroque town hall, a heritage-listed building with Victorian tower and antique organ, has been the focus of civil duties for over 800 years.
Mercury Theatre
Enjoy a play, a musical performance or some hilarious comedy at Colchester’s premier performing arts venue, which also has a children’s program.
