The Red Lion Hotel was built in 1465 and is in the centre of Colchester, Britain's oldest recorded town. The historical building has original Tudor features, including wooden beams. The Red Lion Hotel is one of the oldest inns in the area. The individually decorated en suite rooms mix traditional charm with modern comforts, including flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, radios, trouser presses and tea/coffee making facilities. The Red Lion's old banqueting hall is now the Parliament Restaurant. The restaurant offers classic dishes and still has the original wood-beamed ceiling. There is also a bar and 24-hour room service is available. The hotel is a short walk from the shops and Colchester Town Rail Station is 500 metres away. Parking is available at a discounted rate in the public car park 700 metres away.

Pets can be accommodated for GBP 15 per night per pet, subject to availability and by prior arrangement.