"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 TVs, radios, trouser presses and teacoffee.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 an additional cost in the public car park 700 metres away.The Hotel is part of Brook Hotels."