Budget Hostels from S$86

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. This destination's bars offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the historic sites are a cultural highlight.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.

While you're deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Colchester: University of Essex - Colchester Campus - Guests can enjoy free parking, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms.

Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Colchester is 727 mm.

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore the area around Colchester. Get out into nature with places such as Colchester Castle Park, Beth Chatto Garden and High Woods Country Park. Cultural attractions include Colchester Castle Museum, Mercury Theatre and East Anglian Railway Museum. Visit landmarks such as Colchester Town Hall, Layer Marney Tower and Jumbo Water Tower.

Keep this information about transit options in Colchester in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is London (SEN-Southend), located 23.8 mi (38.3 km) from the city centre. An alternative is London (STN-Stansted), located 27.2 mi (43.8 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. To check out more of the area, catch a train at Colchester Town Station, Colchester Station or Hythe Station.