The Essex Golf and Country Club

3.0 star property
Hotel in Colchester with full-service spa and golf course

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Food court
Reception
Front of property
Indoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM, pool loungers
Superior Double Room
A golf course, a rooftop terrace and shopping on-site are just a few of the amenities provided at The Essex Golf and Country Club. Tee up with amenities, such as a driving range and golf lessons, at this hotel. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment or a massage at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Pulse, the on-site restaurant. Pilates classes and yoga classes are offered at the health club; The Essex Golf and Country Club also has a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a hair salon. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, body scrubs, facials

Spa

The on-site spa has couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers massages and pampering treatments such as body scrubs. Other on-site facilities include a steam room, a sauna, and a hot tub.

Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, body scrubs, facials
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, body scrubs, facials

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible Bathtub

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Family Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Earls Colne, Colchester, England, CO6 2NS

What's nearby

  • East Anglian Railway Museum - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Colchester Zoo - 18 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Layer Marney Tower - 20 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 20 min drive - 22.9 km
  • University of Essex - 24 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Marks Tey Station - 13 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Horse Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • Subway
  • ‪White Hart Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Colchester Brewery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mrs Salisbury's Team Room - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Essex Golf and Country Club

Property highlights
Take advantage of a golf course, a rooftop terrace and shopping on-site at The Essex Golf and Country Club. Tee up with amenities, such as a driving range and golf lessons, at this hotel. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment and a massage at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Pulse, the on-site restaurant. Pilates classes and yoga classes are offered at the health club; The Essex Golf and Country Club also has a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a hair salon. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • 6 indoor tennis courts, an electric car charging station and a reception hall
  • Massage treatment rooms, a lift and wedding services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Essex Golf and Country Club have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pulse

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • 6 indoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity

More

  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children under 17 years of age are allowed in the pool from 10 AM-7 PM Monday-Friday and 9 AM-7 PM on weekends.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Club Essex
Essex Club
Essex Country Golf Club
Essex Golf Club
Essex Golf Hotel Colchester
Essex Golf Country Club Colchester
Essex Golf Country Club Hotel Colchester
Golf Club Essex
Essex Golf & Colchester
Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel
Essex Golf & Country Club Colchester
Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essex Golf and Country Club on 12 Oct 2025 start from NZ$138.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Essex Golf and Country Club pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 30 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Essex Golf and Country Club located?

Situated in Colchester, this spa hotel is within 6 miles (10 km) of Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum, Paycockes and East Anglian Railway Museum. Milbank Stadium and Alderford Water Mill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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