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Offering affordable, clean & compact accommodation, 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 accommodation. Free parking is available, and Colchester city centre is 5 minutes’ drive away. Colchester Zoo is a 10-minute drive, and the 11th-century Colchester Castle is 5 minutes away by car. Each compact room has a microwave, fridge, well stocked hospitality tray, hairdryer, iron, ironing board and TV with free view channels and free unlimited Wi-Fi. All rooms are ensuite making this great value budget accommodation.
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
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alex
United Kingdom
“Warm and comfortable room. Complimentary tea, coffee and cold drinks in the fridge. Private bathroom with a good shower” - Helen
United Kingdom
“3rd time staying here, room comfy and adequate, bathroom warm and great shower, showing signs of wear and tear, but cleaned to a good standard and on site manager more than nice enough, local pub and Chinese takeaway also ok, easy parking good...” - Victoria
United Kingdom
“Everything about the place, the serenity, cleanliness and beauty” - Pezzotti
United Kingdom
“Compact, clean, comfortable. Everything you need. Very helpful staff” - Willem
Netherlands
“The room and bathroom is super clean en pleasant to stay in. Bed and linnen is optimal! Excellent for low cost transit accomodation” - Freeman
United Kingdom
“I stayed there returning to my home town for a funeral and really appreciated the fuss free checkin, helpful telephone support and cleanliness.” - Valentina
United Kingdom
“great location to the station, really easy to get contact of the owner, lovely amenities” - Stanley
United Kingdom
“The location is nice and quiet. Very clean enjoyed the shower” - Colin
United Kingdom
“Everything was excellent Very warm clean and comfortable” - Claire
United Kingdom
“Single traveller in a double room. A bit compact but everything there, very comfy bed, very nice shower and good heating. 15 mn walk from statio n, 30mn from town. Stayed 3 nights to visit the area. Recommended.”
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Facilities of The Railway Sleeper LodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 8
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
PetsPets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Private check-in/check-out
- Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
General
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
House rulesThe Railway Sleeper Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
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.




The fine printNeed-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.