The Railway Sleeper Lodge

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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Free WiFi

9.3

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About this property

Railway Sleeper Lodge offers clean, compact, and affordable accommodation just a 5-minute walk from Colchester Main Train Station. Ideal for budget-conscious travellers, our lodge provides everything you need for a comfortable stay at a great price. Guests benefit from: • 24-hour self check-in for maximum convenience • Ensuite rooms with microwave, fridge, and hospitality tray • Free unlimited Wi-Fi and Freeview TV • Hairdryer, iron, and ironing board in every room • Free on-site parking Colchester city centre is only a 5-minute drive away, with Colchester Zoo and Colchester Castle both easily accessible by car. Whether you're visiting for business or leisure, Railway Sleeper Lodge is a smart choice for value and location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

  • Free parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 single bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location, the staff were very helpful. Comfortable and clean plus the complimentary drinks were a lovely surprise. Would stay again 😊”
Nadia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean, tidy, close to train station, not to noisy and everything was working. Drinks provided were a nice surprise”
Akshath
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean room with all necessary basic amenities and at a good price”
Gardiner
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great wee place, owner seemed like a nice gentleman facilities were great.”
Phillip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great value for money. Room was clean and comfortable. Considering how small the room is I was impressed with the amount of facilities available - kettle, tea/coffee, ironing board an iron, fridge etc. Check in details were very straight forward.”
Shane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Ticked almost all my boxes.. Off street parking Ensuite Fridge and microwave in room Side table/nightlight Comfy bed and decent shower”
Johannes
Germany Germany
“- easy check-in, good communication - efficient use of space in this small room - complementary drinks and lots of coffee /tea available, also a microwave and bowls - safe place, parking is no problem in front of the house or in the street - tidy...”
Harsh
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean, very well managed. Hassel free check in and check out. Safe. A very good value for money.”
Kenneth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was clean and well presented with the usual facilities you'd expect plus a mini fridge (with complimentary soft drinks) and a microwave. Fantastic shower. Communication through email was good.”
Tracy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfy and pleasant. Perfectly close enough to railway station. Easy access on arrival and included car parking space. Great property with fridge microwave and kettle with tea coffee and water. Will come again if in area”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 8.3Based on 449 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

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

Property surroundings

House rules

The Railway Sleeper Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestroSolo Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 12:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-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 will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 12:00:00 and 08:00:00.