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A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

1. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Colchester

Patricia

₹6,619 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A Holiday Inn Express building entrance with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a bench.

2. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Colchester

Dawn

₹7,001 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, safety signs, and a sunlit area with lounge chairs.

3. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Colchester

Nicholas

₹7,129 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

4. Brook Red Lion Hotel

Colchester

Jacob

₹6,926 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

5. Premier Inn Colchester - A12

Colchester

Ali

₹6,250 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a prominent green and white sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.

6. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Braintree

Edward

₹5,856 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A traditional building with a dark entrance, stone pathway, and surrounding greenery.

7. Premier Inn Braintree - Freeport Village

Braintree

Caledonia

₹6,874 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A reception desk with a B&B Hotels sign, a green armchair, and a modern interior design.

8. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

Ipswich

Elizabeth

₹5,735 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

An aerial view of a property with a central building surrounded by manicured gardens, a small pond, and a tent-like structure.

9. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

Katherine

₹18,216 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A hotel with a traditional brick facade, a covered outdoor seating area, and a well-lit entrance.

10. Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

Ipswich

Chris

₹6,365 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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A balcony with a view of the sea, a table with two chairs, and a railing.

The Beaches Guest House

Southend-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase of white flowers.

Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

Chelmsford

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

A row of windows with blue flower boxes containing purple flowers, a signboard, and a potted plant on the sidewalk.

Chantry Hotel

Bury St Edmunds

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a gazebo, and a row of buildings with illuminated windows.

Staycations Maldon Suites

Maldon

10/10 Excellent

This was a last-minute getaway for me and my wife. We have four young kids and two older ones, and the youngest had been poorly, so we weren’t going to go. But we found this property and decided to book for one night. Although it was a little further than I would usually like for a one-night stay, it was absolutely worth it. Shannon has done an amazing job with the place — the pictures really don’t do it justice. The bed was super comfy, and the room was so spacious. It had everything you...

George

A bedroom with a large bed, a mirror, and a plaid carpet.

The White Hart Hotel

Halstead

10/10 Excellent

We wanted to get away for the night before New Year's Eve so, after some research, booked one night's stay at The White Hart. We were not disappointed. After checking in we were shown to our room (in the adjacent building) and given an explanation of where things were etc. The room had a 4 poster bed, which was extremely comfortable, and an ensuite wet room with shower. The room was very clean, well appointed and comfortable. The main hotel building is a period property with a bar and...

Anonymous traveller

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Braintree

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

A modern hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a sign.

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Stansted

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

Colchester

8/10 Good

Bridget

A brick wall with a sign that reads 'Cherry Tree Circle 1793'.

The Cherry Tree Rochford

Rochford

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

The hotel & grounds were amazing, it felt restful & relaxing the minute you arrived. Everywhere was fresh & clean, all the staff were nice, polite & helpful, from the reception upon arrival to the services & cleaning, saying hello as they pass you or offering help if you looked lost. The restaurants dinner menu was limited for me as I don't eat fish or spicy food, the sirloin steak was my only option which was pricy, I requested it medium to well done, it was cooked perfectly & the portions were...

Melissa

A reception area with a reception desk, a large window, and a modern chandelier.

Novotel Ipswich

Ipswich

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Frequently Asked Questions

Searching for LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Colchester?

Whether you are travelling with your partner or flying solo, you'll find LGBTQ-friendly hotels in Colchester on Expedia. The bars is something travellers enjoy about this welcoming area.

What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Colchester?

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG and Brook Red Lion Hotel are two other good choices for your trip.

How many LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options will I find in Colchester?

You'll find 6 LGBTQ-friendly hotels in Colchester.

What should I do while I'm visiting Colchester?

During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Colchester has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Colchester Town Hall, Colchester Castle Museum and Mercury Theatre. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester Castle Park and Colchester Zoo.

What is a gay-friendly hotel in Colchester?

LGBTQ-friendly hotels, also known as gay-friendly hotels, welcome all travellers who identify as LGBTQIA+. Expedia has compiled a selection of LGBTQ-friendly hotels worldwide. In Colchester, these hotels operate in a spirit of inclusiveness, prioritising a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.

What can I expect from a gay-friendly hotel in Colchester?

Take a holiday from the ordinary; stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Colchester, and you won't have to hide or your sexuality or your gender identity when you check in. Some of Expedia's LGBTQ-friendly hotels go the extra mile and offer community-specific packages, exclusive tours and opportunities for social interaction.

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Our top choices for Colchester LGBT-friendly hotels

1. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

2. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

3. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

4. Brook Red Lion Hotel

5. Premier Inn Colchester - A12

6. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

7. Premier Inn Braintree - Freeport Village

8. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

9. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

10. Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

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The Beaches Guest House

10/10 Excellent

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