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Offering affordable, clean & compact accommodations, the Railway Sleeper Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from Colchester Main Train Station. A convenient 24-hour self check-in service is provided. Each compact room has a microwave, fridge, well stocked hospitality tray, hairdryer, iron, ironing board and TV with free view channels. All rooms are ensuite making this great value budget accommodations. Free parking is available, and Colchester city center is 5 minutes’ drive away. Colchester Zoo is a 10-minute drive, and the 11th-century Colchester Castle is 5 minutes away by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

Free Parking Available On Site

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.9
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.1
Free Wifi
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Evelyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I got everything I needed ,microwave, fridge, kitchen, iron board, hair dryer, the place is very convenient and is closed to the train station,I really love it.
  • Sara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant place to stay, easy walk, about a mile, into the city.
  • Lisa
    Ireland Ireland
    We really enjoyed our stay. We loved that there were tea and coffee making facilities along with a fridge, complementary water and a microwave. Having parking was great and checking in and out was so easy. Communication with the hosts was...
  • Nnoko
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Not so far from train station, very clean, bed was comfortable bathroom was super nice. overall it’s excellent than my expectations
  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a great place to stay for an overnight. Room was clean, well presented and we got a good night's sleep/
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was really useful for using the station to get into Colchester town during the day and a couple of stops along in the evening to Hythe for visiting friends. Saved a fortune on taxis and meant no driving after a long journey. Really...
  • Serena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Small, clean with everything you need for a quick stopover
  • Darren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    smooth, clean, all facilities worked, can't fault it
  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stayed here after coming back from Europe via the ferry to Harwich. Room (6/7) was clean, comfortable temperature, and remarkably quiet for being not far off a busy intersection. Host had put complimentary drinks in the refrigerator, which was...
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The remote check-in procedures were well-described and efficient. Comfortable accommodation. Good standard of cleanliness. I noticed what seemed to be good parking facilities that are on-site, but having travelled by train I had no need to use the...

Host Info

Company review score: 7.9Based on 523 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

We have been in business since September 2008. We offer a uinque self check in operation with compact and well equipped rooms that meet business traveller requirements with fridges and micowaves in every room. As our rooms are small and we have steep stairs we may not suit those with mobility issues. If unsure please ask

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of The Railway Sleeper Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Express check-in/out
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish

    House rules
    The Railway Sleeper Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 12:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    The property will send you an SMS on day of arrival around 14:30 with the code to the front door so that you can check yourself in from 15:00. This will be sent to the number attached to the booking. If you wish it to be sent to a different number, you will be asked additional security questions. The property require you to be contactable by mobile phone or email during your stay.

    Please note that the lodge operates a self check-in policy and you are unlikely to see a member of staff during your stay. A housekeeper will be available by telephone.

    Early check-in between 12:00 and 15:00 can be arranged for a GBP 10 surcharge. This is subject to availability and must be requested in advance.

    Please note that a maximum of 2 pets can be accommodated at this property for an additional cost of GBP 10 per pet per stay (pets are not suitable for the small double room).

    The property is close to train station and hospital and some of the rooms may be affected by noise.

    As the rooms are small and there are steep stairs, this property may not be suitable for those with mobility problems. If unsure please ask.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 12:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    FAQs about The Railway Sleeper Lodge

    • The prices at The Railway Sleeper Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at The Railway Sleeper Lodge is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Room options at The Railway Sleeper Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Quad
      • Suite
    • The Railway Sleeper Lodge is 1.1 miles from the center of Colchester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Railway Sleeper Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):