The Railway Sleeper Lodge

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Free Wifi

9.8

Railway Sleeper Lodge offers clean, compact, and affordable accommodations just a 5-minute walk from Colchester Main Train Station. Ideal for budget-conscious travelers, our lodge provides everything you need for a comfortable stay at a great price. Guests benefit from: • 24-hour self check-in for maximum convenience • Rooms with attached bathroom with microwave, fridge, and hospitality tray • Free unlimited Wi-Fi and Freeview TV • Hairdryer, iron, and ironing board in every room • Free on-site parking Colchester city center is only a 5-minute drive away, with Colchester Zoo and Colchester Castle both easily accessible by car. Whether you're visiting for business or leisure, Railway Sleeper Lodge is a smart choice for value and location.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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Deborah
United States United States
“The amenities were great. It was in a great location. The bus stop was just across the road and the train station was an easy walk.”
Alastair
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This accommodation was very handy for Colchester, and yet really nice and quiet at night. Very well equipped with a fantastically large baththroom, warm and with so many nice touches. . Nice to have free parking.”
Clarke
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfectly compact little room. Had everything you would need. The bed was so comfortable. What a bonus having a microwave and fridge. That really helps when staying for a few days. Bathroom was great.”
Tasfia
Bangladesh Bangladesh
“I really liked the fact that the cleaned out the trash everyday and kept the room clean.”
Lucas
Argentina Argentina
“It’s a cozy and wonderful place with everything you need for a short stay.”
Evelyn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I got everything I needed ,microwave, fridge, kitchen, iron board, hair dryer, the place is very convenient and is closed to the train station,I really love it.”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Thoughtful use of space. Inclusion of fridge microwave and kettle. Good off road safe parking. Easy access good communication. Useful overnight stay on way to Harwich ferry.”
C
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Rooms were larger than expected and very convenient for our family.”
Nikki
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were helpful when I misread the code. The room was mostly clean (aside from the cups), and the bed was very comfortable”
Jana
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The layout of the rooms, we had it as family studio. Off street parking, fridge in each room with bottles of chilled water. The host was very kind and call me back after we left to let me know that I forgot something in one of the rooms, so I...”

Host Info

Company review score: 8.5Based on 389 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

We have been in business since September 2008. We offer a uinque self check in operation with compact and well equipped rooms that meet business traveller requirements with fridges and micowaves in every room. As our rooms are small and we have steep stairs we may not suit those with mobility issues. If unsure please ask

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of The Railway Sleeper Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 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 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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 allowed. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestroSolo Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 12:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

The property will send you an SMS on day of arrival around 14:30 with the code to the front door so that you can check yourself in from 15:00. This will be sent to the number attached to the booking. If you wish it to be sent to a different number, you will be asked additional security questions. The property require you to be contactable by mobile phone or email during your stay.

Please note that the lodge operates a self check-in policy and you are unlikely to see a member of staff during your stay. A housekeeper will be available by telephone.

Early check-in between 12:00 and 15:00 can be arranged for a GBP 10 surcharge. This is subject to availability and must be requested in advance.

Please note that a maximum of 2 pets can be accommodated at this property for an additional cost of GBP 10 per pet per stay (pets are not suitable for the small double room).

The property is close to train station and hospital and some of the rooms may be affected by noise.

As the rooms are small and there are steep stairs, this property may not be suitable for those with mobility problems. If unsure please ask.

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

Quiet hours are between 12:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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