Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes
Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes has 5 meeting/event spaces for 30–450 delegates (theatre), largest: Essex Suite (450).
- Up to 600 delegates
- 5 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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5 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Suite | 450 | — | — | 250 | 80 | — | — | 400 |
| Colchester Suite | 180 | — | 50 | 100 | 60 | — | — | 200 |
| Maldon Suite | 120 | — | 40 | 80 | 45 | — | — | 150 |
| Chelmsford Room | 70 | — | 25 | 40 | 30 | — | — | 80 |
| Executive Boardroom | 30 | — | 18 | 24 | 20 | — | — | 45 |
At a glance
Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes is a prestigious 4-star resort hotel set in 320 acres of beautiful Essex countryside near Maldon. This luxury destination combines exceptional conference and event facilities with outstanding leisure amenities including two championship golf courses, a full-service spa, and stunning lakeside views. The resort features extensive meeting and event spaces accommodating up to 600 delegates, equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology and supported by professional event management services. With its peaceful rural location yet excellent transport links to London, Cambridge, and the Essex coast, the venue provides an inspiring setting for corporate conferences, product launches, team building events, and luxury weddings. The resort's comprehensive facilities include multiple restaurants and bars, fitness centre, tennis court, and extensive grounds perfect for outdoor activities. As part of the IHG portfolio, Crowne Plaza Five Lakes delivers international hospitality standards while showcasing the best of Essex countryside charm and tranquility.
Best suited for
- Conferences
- Corporate Events
- Business Meetings
- Training Sessions
- Seminars
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
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Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Golf courses
- Spa facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Fitness centre
- Tennis court
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Accessible restrooms
Location & getting there
Colchester Road, Tolleshunt Knights, Maldon, CM9 8HX, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes is a verified resort hotel & conference centre in Maldon, hosting up to 600 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Hybrid Ready, International. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, hybrid and streamed events, international delegations and residential events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 3 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Quality score 100/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes have?
Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes has 5 meeting and event spaces in Maldon, seating up to 450 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes's largest event space?
The largest event space at Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes is Essex Suite, with a maximum capacity of 450 guests.
What conference facilities does Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes offer?
Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Golf courses, Spa facilities, Projectors, Screens, PA System across its 5 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 600 guests in theatre style, 400 for dinner events, multiple breakout rooms available
What AV equipment is available?
Professional AV equipment including projectors, sound systems, microphones, and video conferencing facilities. Technical support available
Is catering available?
Full catering services with extensive menu options, dietary requirements catered for, coffee breaks and full meals available
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking for 300+ vehicles, accessible parking spaces available
About Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes
Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester - Five Lakes is a prestigious 4-star resort hotel set in 320 acres of beautiful Essex countryside near Maldon. This luxury destination combines exceptional conference and event facilities with outstanding leisure amenities including two championship golf courses, a full-service spa, and stunning lakeside views. The resort features extensive meeting and event spaces accommodating up to 600 delegates, equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology and supported by professional event management services. With its peaceful rural location yet excellent transport links to London, Cambridge, and the Essex coast, the venue provides an inspiring setting for corporate conferences, product launches, team building events, and luxury weddings. The resort's comprehensive facilities include multiple restaurants and bars, fitness centre, tennis court, and extensive grounds perfect for outdoor activities. As part of the IHG portfolio, Crowne Plaza Five Lakes delivers international hospitality standards while showcasing the best of Essex countryside charm and tranquility.
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