DescriptionA historic posting house of great age and beauty, and one of the few hotels left where the old quiet atmosphere has been retained, despite the wealth of modern comforts and facilities.With 29 ensuite rooms - three of which are four posters, a beauty salon, Tudor bar, restaurant and two function suites, it is one of Colchesters finest hotels and restaurants.The restaurant and bar food are created and run by Franco, where fish and above all shellfish are his specialties.
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Hotel AmenitiesRestaurant
Meeting/banquet facilities
Safe deposit box
Massage
Free parking
Amenities
Beach
Beauty facilities
Tea and coffee making facilities
Free parking
Golf
Hairdresser
Meeting facilities
Non smoking rooms
Newspapers
Pets allowed
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety deposit
Spa
Tennis
Cable television
Valet parking
Area Information
Local attractions, events and activities
Golf nearby
Tennis nearby
Beach nearby
a mile from Colchester Castle & Park, historic building and museum surrounding park
a mile from Holly Trees Museum - toys, costume and decorative arts museum
a mile from The Natural History Museum, natural history
1 mile from The Mercury Theatre
3 miles from Colchester Zoo
10 miles from Layer Marney Tower, the tallest Tudor gatehouse
10 miles from The East Anglian Railway Museum, trains from steam to modern
10 miles from Dedham Vale, outstanding beauty, countryside made famous by John Constable
Restaurants/Lounges
Franco's Restaurant serves English and Continental cuisine for breakfast lunch and dinner
Nearby Towns/Cities
40 miles from Cambridge
62 miles from London
Transportation
Colchester North Railway Station 1 miles
Stansted International Airport 30 miles
London Gatwick International Airport 85 miles
London Heathrow International Airport 96 miles
Directions
From A12, follow the sign for Colchester, and then follow the sign for Roller World. The Best Western Rose & Crown Hotel is opposite of Roller World.
