Frequently Asked Questions
Browse through our frequently asked questions to learn more about Wivenhoe House and all it has to offer
Stay
Wivenhoe House Hotel provides free onsite parking for all our guests, please register your vehicle number at reception when you arrive.
We understand plans change, so with our flexible rate you can cancel your bedroom booking by 12pm the day of arrival. Advanced purchase rates are non-refundable and non-transferable. Group bookings will have their own cancelation policy depending on the number of rooms booked.
We would love to help make your stay at Wivenhoe House Hotel extra special, whatever you need. From a twin-bedded room, a time for dinner or to have a bottle of Champagne ready in the room for a special occasion, your wish is our command. Charges may apply.
Who doesn’t love a long lay in sometimes, so our normal checkout time is 11am, however when we have availability, we can offer a late check-out up to 5:00pm for a surcharge
Who wants to spend their money before they have to, therefore we do not take a deposit for individual flexible rate bookings, we just ask for your card details to secure your booking. We know you may also like to have food, or a tipple or two while you are here, so we ask for a swipe of your card on arrival so you can charge things to your room.
We understand that not everyone finds it as easy as others, therefore the hotel is fully accessible to all. From wheelchair access to the left of the main entrance, accessible parking at the front of the hotel, lifts to all floors, accessible rooms, and vibrating pillows for those with impaired vision.
We love little people and much as the big people, our Luxury Rooms and some of our Deluxe Rooms can cater for families of up to 2 adults and 2 children, we also have interconnecting rooms if you have a bigger family. A £15 per child supplement applies on all B&B rates.
Smoking is not allowed in the hotel or bedrooms, there are many areas in the grounds outside to smoke.
Wivenhoe House Hotel welcomes your furry friends in Garden Wing bedrooms, for a small surcharge. Not all our guest love dogs as much as we do, so they are not able to dine with you in our Park Brasserie restaurant, however we do have a covered outside dining area available or our Residents Lounge.
For further details please see our Dog-Friendly Policy
We can also recommend a local Pet Sitter, if you require any additional services during your stay, please contact Lauren direct on 07760597354
Dining
Food allergies and intolerances are no longer unique but part of everyday life, so our chefs are trained in all the important things related to food safety, please just let us know prior to arrival for any specific preferences.
Yes, you can purchase monetary vouchers or special afternoon tea packages at our Colchester restaurant ; simply visit our gift voucher page for more information.