Mersea Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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B&B HOTEL Ipswich
Good all round service and clean
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

St Nicholas Hotel
All great thanks
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
A real surprise. Looks dated from the outside but looks are deceptive. Modern and nice feel and the public areas and rooms are spotless. Friendly staff and breakfast was plentiful, hot and tasty. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Pet friendly 2 bed caravan in coopers beach
Great caravan close to all activities and would definitely visit again
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Spacious Island beach house. w/Hot Tub
Very spacious kitchen and sitting room and having the extra outside table space was a bonus.The location was very quiet, and ideal for walks or just sitting looking at the view.The beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms had excellent showers with plenty of hot water.
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Poker Dot Getaway 2 - Stay-play-getaway
Was every happy and kids enjoyed it
Reviewed on 13 May 2023
Popular places to visit

Colchester Zoo
Get up close to huge mammals, watch as birds of prey swoop above your head and come face to face with deadly reptiles at one of the best zoos in Britain.

Colchester Castle Park
Take a pedalo for a spin on the lake, practicing your putting at the mini golf course or just put your feet up in Colchester’s favourite park.

Flatford Mill
Find out about the history of Colchester when you take a trip to Flatford Mill. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Mercury Theatre
Enjoy a play, a musical performance or some hilarious comedy at Colchester’s premier performing arts venue, which also has a children’s program.

Beth Chatto Garden
When master gardener Beth Chatto designed these spectacular arrangements she included plants from a variety of habitats around the world.

Layer Marney Tower
The tallest Tudor gatehouse in England is a great place to spend an afternoon outdoors, exploring the knot garden, farm and the historic grounds.








