Nestled within the historic and picturesque grounds of Wivenhoe Park, Wivenhoe House Hotel blends 18th-century charm with modern comfort, just moments from the University of Essex campus. Guests can enjoy elegant accommodations, the Park Brasserie Restaurant, complimentary Wi-Fi, convenient on-site parking and other facilities such as the University gym. Each bedroom has been thoughtfully designed with comfort in mind, featuring stylish décor, large HD TVs with casting capability, designer toiletries and pod coffee machines. Many rooms also overlook the hotel’s beautifully landscaped gardens and surrounding Essex parkland, offering a truly tranquil setting. The Park Brasserie showcases the best of seasonal, locally inspired produce, with fresh high-quality dishes served in a relaxed and contemporary atmosphere including our heated outdoor terrace. Just a short stroll or five-minute drive away, the quayside town of Wivenhoe is perfect for riverside walks and exploring local cafés. Meanwhile, Colchester – Britain’s oldest recorded town is only 10 minutes by car, with its wealth of historic landmarks, shops and cultural attractions. Beyond, the surrounding Essex countryside offers scenic walks, riverside views, and timeless English charm.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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See what guests loved the most:

Diana
United States United States
Location was great. I was there to visit the University.
Darlington
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Friendliness of staff and convenience of very good value dining experience
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Very welcoming staff members great location and great facilities
Burrows
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I've always loved this hotel. The people are all so helpful and welcoming
Julie
Australia Australia
Beautiful hotel, very stylish and spacious rooms. Meals were amazing and staff so friendly. Ambience was great and the gardens really lovely.
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location, general set-up, room size, Residents Lounge!
Jill
United States United States
This is a beautiful hotel and the room was large and comfortable. I was traveling with my adult daughter and I loved that they made the king into two twin beds. The sofa and chairs in the room were very comfortable - which was nice — we came...
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The room was very comfortable and it was nice to have a balcony overlooking the grounds. Dog bowls and a bed were provided for our dog in the room. The staff were very friendly and and couldn't be more helpful, for example bringing out a dog bed...
Lucy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Very friendly staff, lovely bathroom and comfy beds, nice balcony room with view
Kirstie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The room was very comfortable - I liked that there were two chairs, a fridge, and plenty of room to put things. Both of us slept well, and we liked the shower. Most of all we enjoyed the lovely grounds - we were lucky with a beautifully sunny...

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
PARK BRASSERIE
  • Cuisine
    British • French
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Afternoon Tea
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Wivenhoe House Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Wivenhoe House Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
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 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night

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

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

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please inform Wivenhoe House Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Wivenhoe House Hotel