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  • Deluxe room with balcony
  • Afternoon tea in bedroom
  • Exclusive luxury bedroom
  • Wivenhoe House Hotel
  • Pornstar martini
  • Afternoon tea in the marquee
  • Chicken ceasar salad with lime and soda

About

Wivenhoe House is a beautiful 18th Century four-star hotel, near to the pretty quayside village of Wivenhoe, and minutes from Britain’s oldest recorded town, Colchester.

Based on the Suffolk, Essex border this hotel boasts a fantastic location, and there is plenty to see and explore in the local area. The hotel has a stylish brasserie offering a perfect combination of classic dishes and modern cuisine, in a relaxed, informal setting, and an outdoor terrace for dining alfresco on those balmy summer evenings.

The brasserie and bar is open every day for lunch and dinner, or if you fancy something a little more special, why not enjoy our impressive afternoon teas, available all week.

With luxury bedrooms suitable for families, to contemporary classic rooms perfect for a couple’s getaway, Wivenhoe House also offers incredible balcony rooms with views overlooking the breath-taking grounds and picturesque countryside.

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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
40
Room / Unit TypeRoom / Unit Tariff*
Roomfrom £47.50 to £82.50 per person per night
Classic Room£95.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Deluxe Room£125.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Luxury£165.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast
Superior Room£110.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast

*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Events

Friday, 16th June 2023 - Friday, 16th June 2023

Dinner with Elton john rocket man tributeJoin us at Wivenhoe House for our Elton John Rocket Man tribute night! You will enjoy a welcome drink, 2-course meal, and an evening full of Elton's classics, performed by the amazing and world-renowned Andy Cosbie
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Sunday, 18th June 2023 - Sunday, 18th June 2023

FATHER'S DAY FAWLTY TOWERS COMEDY LUNCH SHOWEnjoy a beer or glass of prosecco on arrival, a fantastic three-course set lunch and Live Fawlty Towers comedy sketches.
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Friday, 29th September 2023 - Friday, 29th September 2023

DINNER WITH ADELE HOMETOWN GLORY (TRIBUTE)Join us at Wivenhoe House for our Adele Hometown Glory tribute night! You will enjoy a welcome drink, a 2-course set menu, and an evening full of Adele classics, performed by the spectacular Natalie Black
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Friday, 27th October 2023 - Friday, 27th October 2023

SHERLOCK HOLMES MURDER MYSTERY COMEDY DINNERCome along to our Sherlock Holmes comedy dinner show at Wivenhoe House this Halloween.
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Sunday, 26th November 2023 - Sunday, 26th November 2023

Basil's Christmas Carol Comedy DinnerYour favourite characters from Fawlty Tower's take on Charles Dickins "A Christmas Carol" in this festive comedy dinner full of hilarity and chaos.
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled facilities

Booking & Payment Details

  • American Express accepted
  • Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted

Catering

  • Cooked Breakfast
  • Evening meals
  • Licenced (table or bar)
  • Restaurant open to non-residents
  • Snacks/afternoon tea
  • Special diets available
  • Vegetarian diet available

Children

  • Children welcome - Children welcome from any age
  • High chairs available

Heating Facilities

  • Central heating
  • Real log/coal fires

Laundry Facilities

  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities

Leisure Facilities

  • Free WIFI

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

  • Conference facilities
  • Grounds for outdoor activities
  • Venue approved for civil marriage
  • Wedding planner available
  • Wedding receptions

Occupancy

  • Sleeps up to 4

Parking

  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking on Site
  • Private parking

Property Facilities

  • Dogs/pets accepted by arrangement
  • Laundry/valet service
  • Lounge for residents' use
  • Night porter
  • Passenger lift
  • Television available
  • WiFi or internet access

Room/Unit Facilities

  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • King-sized bed
  • Private facilities
  • Radio
  • Satellite TV
  • Shower
  • Tea/coffee making in bedrooms
  • Telephone
  • Television

Site Features

  • Building of historical interest
  • Garden

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted
  • Coach parties welcomed

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    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
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    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
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    Map & Directions

    Road Directions

    When using SATNAV please enter the location WIVENHOE, (do not use a postcode as this will take you to the wrong place).

    Take the exit marked Colchester (A133) Follow the A133 towards Clacton Please follow signs for WIVENHOE

    You will see a black sign on your right which says, ‘Wivenhoe House & The Brasserie’, turn right here into PARK ROAD

    The entrance for Wivenhoe House is shared with the University of Essex, but PARK ROAD leads you through Wivenhoe Park and you will be able to see our beautiful house from the road on your right

    CONTINUE to follow the signs for WIVENHOE HOUSE and it will lead you to us.

    If you would like any help with directions, please do call us on 01206 863666 and a member of our will be able to assist you.

     

    Public Transport Directions

    By train: Colchester station, Colchester Town station, Wivenhoe station and Hythe stations are all between 10-15 minutes from Wivenhoe House by car. Trains run between London (Liverpool Street) and Colchester station every 10-20 minutes. The journey takes around an hour. Also connect with Colchester from Norwich, Ipswich, Felixstowe & Harwich. Some trains from London (Liverpool Street) also stop at Wivenhoe Station. When travelling from the Clacton/Walton direction, alight at Wivenhoe or Hythe Stations. By plane: Stansted airport is approximately 45 minutes from Wivenhoe House by car. Helicopter pad coordinates are 603200/223900.

    Wivenhoe House Hotel

    Type:Hotel

    4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars Hotel
    Park Road, Wivenhoe, Essex, CO4 3FA

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    Opening Times

    Season (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)

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