Nestled in a picturesque setting, The WoolPack Inn offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a cozy fireplace in the lobby, garden views, and delicious breakfast. Connect to WiFi or unwind at the bar over drinks.
Chelmsford City Racecourse - 16 min drive - 19.1 km
University of Essex - 18 min drive - 22.0 km
Getting around
Stansted Airport (STN) - 31 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 52 min drive
Colchester Kelvedon Station - 8 min drive
Marks Tey Station - 12 min drive
Braintree Freeport Station - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Black Horse Cafe - 4 min drive
Kelvedon Labour Club - 6 min drive
Burger King - 5 min drive
Railway Tavern - 5 min drive
White Hart Hotel - 8 min walk
About this property
The WoolPack Inn
The WoolPack Inn is a great choice for a stay in Colchester. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
5 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private dining
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Built in 1500
Garden
Fireplace in lobby
Tudor architecture
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
26-cm flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
The Wool Pack
The WoolPack Inn Inn
The WoolPack Inn Colchester
The WoolPack Inn Inn Colchester
Frequently asked questions
Does The WoolPack Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The WoolPack Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The WoolPack Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The WoolPack Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The WoolPack Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The WoolPack Inn and nearby?
The WoolPack Inn has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The WoolPack Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The WoolPack Inn like?
The WoolPack Inn is located a short 11-minute walk from Paycockes.
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The WoolPack Inn Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The breakfast hamper was a lovely gesture, providing a variety of quality goodies. (18 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aug 8, 2025
Love this place
Gabriel
Gabriel, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 19, 2025
Great greet and wow fab tasteful refreshed authentic period 15 century inn.
I’m in my lux bed boudoir chilling and loving it!
Well done guys… I’ll be back to share with a lady (just one) very soon!
Rich, Riky, Riccardo 🇮🇹
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Beautiful rooms. Spotlessly clean. Ample parking. Staff are lovely and friendly. Would definitely stay again and would highly recommend. A real little gem
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 19, 2025
Great stay . Wonderful staff. Friendly atmosphere.
john
john, 7-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 17, 2025
Very charming place
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
I had a really nice stay at The WoolPack Inn. I liked the way the room was decorated and it was lovely and clean. Daily housekeeping too which was great. Staff were really friendly and happy to help. Only small downside was that the room was pretty small - no wardrobe (just some hangers on some pegs)/vanity area. However, this didn't affect my stay. The tea tray/mini fridge was well stocked with everything you'd need!
There is very little sound proofing so it can be noisy - however when I stayed the nights were pretty quiet.
Zoe
Zoe, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 17, 2025
I stayed at the Woolpack for a long weekend and couldn’t have asked for a better or ore friendly place to stay! The rooms was immaculate and had everything you could want or need, the breakfast hamper is such a nice touch and already included in the price. The staff all made me feel so welcome, a good funny bunch that went above and beyond. The atmosphere was even better with the live band in the bar Saturday night, having a good dance to some real music. Would 100% stay again!
john
john, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 6, 2025
Night away
Lovely bedroom’s good friendly service and their restaurant is especially good
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 21, 2025
A perfect little place to prepare.
We stayed here the night before my daughter's wedding and it was perfect. My daughter had the deluxe room and they brought her a complementary bottle of prosecco which was a lovely touch. The breakfast hamper was excellent as was the coffee.
G
G, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 21, 2025
Business trip
Great atmosphere. Great people. Nice stay
Malcolm
Malcolm, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 15, 2025
My son moved into the area of Coggeshall a year ago and my husband and I really liked the thought of staying in the old building and having a social evening. Booked easily, got a good price on the room. Happy days!
However, got a text in the afternoon saying kitchens were closed but we could get a 10% discount on food at the local Ranfield Brasserie, 6 minute walk. Great! Barman said just tell them you are staying with us and you will receive discount. After the expensive meal we said we were staying at the Woolpack and were told they are not offering that anymore as they were now a different company. Paid bill, what choice did we have. On return to the Woolpack we told the Barman who had absolutely no idea.
Breakfast in room was ok but fruit in fridge 2 oranges and 2 apples were ver old and not worth eating. 6/10 from us slightly disappointing.
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 21, 2025
Kitchen closed. Not serving food.
Ate at Indian restaurant down the road.
Room small but clean. Probably noise at weekends.
Breakfast hamper good.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 13, 2025
We were super impressed with our amazing room at the Woolpack Inn. Our room had so much character, was tastefully furnished, spotless and the bed was oh so comfortable.
We liked the history behind the names of each room.
We had a friendly welcome and enjoyed a relaxing evening in the bar.
We can’t wait to have a return visit.
Neal
Neal, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 2, 2023
Excellent place to stay great food
darren
darren, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 10, 2025
A home from home
It was a amazing place vibe was so friendly and hospitality was just so special, we was made to feel like there best friends and family. The haunted room was beautiful too nothing was too much trouble
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Feb 23, 2025
Great value, gorgeous room.
Room absolutely stunning! Bed really comfortable, bathroom enormous and spotless. Loved the breakfast hamper really nice touch.
Only downside was the noisy pub downstairs, would be really difficult to sleep. We made the decision to go down and have a drink, the locals and staff were very welcoming so we made the most of it 😊.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 14, 2025
Very friendly welcome from enthusiastic staff. Comfortable and well appointed room. Fully appointed bathroom in excellent condition with both walk in shower and bath. Breakfast hamper provided in room with fresh milk and OJ in fridge.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2024
Really lovely property and very charming
Pauline
Pauline, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 30, 2024
Excellent accomodation. Lovely room. Breakfast hamper very good.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 8, 2024
A very pleasant stay in Coggeshall.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 4, 2024
Wonderfull Old building nicely restored inside.
Kurt
Kurt, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 6, 2023
Great Place!!
Great little place in the village, friendly pub with some really good rooms.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Dec 16, 2024
Great room
Room was excellent. En-suite was fantastic. Very clean and good stay. It is a public house and music finishing at midnight all good for us on first night but music being slightly turned down and finishing between 3 and 4am not so considerate for guests.
Andy
Andy, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Oct 23, 2024
Very nice place to stay, great in room selection of snacks, breakfast items, teas and coffees. Shame the restaurant wasn’t open on my visit but there is options in the town within a few minutes walk. Overall very very good.
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 29, 2023
Room was fantastic, would definitely stay again, good location, a 5 star ⭐️