Location
This charming family-friendly hotel is ideally located. It is 30 minutes from the M25 and the perfect place to stay when visiting the beautiful scenes of Constable Country, Colchester Zoo, and the Norman Castle. The hotel is also a good base from which to explore Suffolk and it is only a 50-minute train journey to Stratford. The hotel is roughly a 10-minute walk from Marks Tey train station and is on the main line from London Liverpool Street (50 minutes) and Norwich (60 minutes). Stansted Airport is about 40 km away from the hotel.
Facilities
The apartment hotel has 110 rooms, including 12 junior suites, suites and 95 double rooms. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. Services and facilities include a cloakroom, a baggage storage service, a TV room, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a conference room. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Valuables can be securely stored in a safe. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The pleasantly heated water of the indoor pool area guarantees comfortable swimming. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. For guests who wish to keep active, tennis and golf are available. The water sports offered include aquafit. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the apartment hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and massage treatments.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. The restaurant has air conditioning and high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. A delicious and varied buffet is freshly prepared at breakfast and lunch, and a set menu can be ordered at dinner. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.
Restaurant(s) with air conditioning
Restaurant(s) with high-chairs
Conference Room
Internet access
WLAN access
Room Service
Laundry Service
Car Park
TV Room
Air conditioning
24-hour reception
Cloakroom
Hairdresser
Bar(s)
Restaurant(s)