Accommodation in Colchester and Southend
The University of Essex, Colchester campus offers accommodation for conferences, groups, individuals and is available year round. We also launch our Southend campus for accommodation bookings from 1st May 2025.
Accommodation is provided in single en suite bedrooms within self-contained flats of between four and six rooms. If you prefer economy accommodation in one of our towers these are single rooms within flats of between fourteen and sixteen bedrooms and shared facilities.
- Full bedding
- Bed linen and towels
- Free Wi-Fi
- Use of the flat kitchen (on request)
- Iron and ironing board (on request)
- A wide range of catering outlets across campus (Colchester only)
- Free parking (Colchester only)
For large group bookings a self-catering option may be available to you, please contact Event Essex directly for more information by phoning 01206 872358 or emailing eventessex@essex.ac.uk.
If you are a registered student looking for long term accommodation please contact Accommodation Essex directly on (01206) 873156 vacaccom@essex.ac.uk.
Please be aware, our accommodation is not suitable for children under 12 years. Children 12+ must be accompanied by an parent or guardian. Full terms and conditions can be found here.
Payment in full is required at the time of booking and is non-refundable. However, under special circumstances refunds will be considered at the managers discretion. We accept most major credit cards.