Name: Cuckoo Rooms
Address: 12A Short Wyre Street, Colchester, CO1 1LN, United Kingdom, 12A Short Wyre Street, Essex, CO1 1LN, UK
Rating: 8.3

Cuckoo Rooms

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About this property

Historic Setting: Cuckoo Rooms in Colchester offers a unique stay within a historic building. The property features a sun terrace and an outdoor seating area, providing guests with a relaxing environment. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out services, and family rooms. The family-friendly restaurant serves Italian cuisine with vegan and gluten-free options, offering brunch and dinner. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms, hypoallergenic bedding, and modern amenities such as streaming services and free toiletries. Additional features include kitchenettes, work desks, and inner courtyard views. Prime Location: Located 1.1 mi from Colchester Castle, the guest house is also near Freeport Braintree (18 mi), Hedingham Castle (21 mi), and London Stansted Airport (35 mi). Highly rated for room cleanliness, convenient location, and comfort.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

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Room Type	Number of guests
Deluxe Room 1 queen bed
Double or Twin Room with Shower 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds
Deluxe Double Studio 1 full bed
Apartment 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed 1 sofa bed
Deluxe King Room 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed

Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Ibrahim

United Kingdom

“They had a fan which was goood and they had room spotless it was honestly amazing”

Tristan

United Kingdom

“Comfortable, warm and well-equipped apartment with a great location in the centre of Colchester. Spotlessly clean and had everything needed for a stay. Aiste was a very helpful host and provided lots of information, and always replied quickly to...”

Mark

United Kingdom

“Nice room with everything we needed for a couple of nights. Good location close to the station and the town centre.”

Cindy

United States

“I stay there every time I’m In town. It just feels like home. Comfortable bed. Great location. A fridge and a microwave. Reasonably priced. It’s the best.”

Dean

United Kingdom

“shower was very nice, host was amazing, responsive, and the property was spotless, smelt clean and was overall a perfect stay.”

Raysa

Portugal

“All well organized, clean, amazing staff, comfortable and in the city center. Best place to stay in Colchester.”

Charlie

United Kingdom

“The rooms are well thought out, very clean and comfy with nice details. The bathroom and shower were spacious and the shower was powerful. The host is very responsive to any queries or concerns and the location is extremely central to everything...”

Jack

United Kingdom

“Very nice, centrally located apartments. Well appointed. Surprisingly quiet given location. Would have 9 or 20 without access issues (see below)”

Angelina

United Kingdom

“The room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable, with a really comfy bed and a modern, well-maintained bathroom. I also appreciated having tea and coffee facilities in the room, and the fan was a thoughtful addition during the heatwave....”

Ines

United Kingdom

“Central location, nice and clean room, great communication with the host, the bed is comfortable.”

Managed by Aiste B.

Company review score: 8.6Based on 207 reviews from 1 property

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Property info

We offer a relaxing and modern oasis, inspired by the great outdoors in the beautiful old town of Colchester. Our rooms are quirky, stylish and full of personality, providing plenty of space, equipped with all amenities you might need. Regardless of whether it's a business trip, a family getaway or a romantic weekend away, we can assure you'll have a comfortable stay. Please be aware that the property is located on the first floor and the access is gained only via stairs. No lift access.

Neighborhood info

Colchester is a historic market town located in Essex and is recognised as a Britain's first city and the former capital of Roman Britain. This picturesque town is situated on the River Colne and offers a wide variety of things to do for all the family. With a number of museums, theatres, galleries and its very own Zoo (which is a home to over 200 species), young and old will find something new and exciting to explore. Colchester is also a great destination for shopping, housing a number of department stores, independent boutiques, a wide range of pop-up markets and year round festivals, including Octoberfest, Colchester's Christmas Market and smoke & fire festival (the UK’s largest BBQ festival) to name a few. Colchester is conveniently located just over 50 miles (80 km) northeast of London and is connected to the capital by the A12 road and its railway station which is on the Great Eastern Main Line. Fancy a day by the sea? Frinton-on-Sea and other seaside towns are only 30 minutes away by either train or car.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site

Cuckoo Dough

Cuisine
Italian
Open for
Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
Ambience
Family-friendly • Modern
Dietary options
Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Cuckoo Rooms

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check-out

From 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years

Crib upon request

£5 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 10:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.