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The Courthouse Inn

Hotel in Colchester

Set in Colchester, 36 km from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

M
Michael
From
United Kingdom
Great rooms, very good food and the staff were excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews
Price from
US$133.75
1 night, 2 adults
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The Lion Inn

Hotel in Chelmsford

An independent hotel with a continental feel, the Lion Inn has a bar, an elegant bistro-style restaurant and spacious air-conditioned rooms flat-screen TVs and free wired internet.

M
Michael
From
Austria
excellent rooms at the inn, very friendly staff and super breakfast, super big bath towels
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews
Price from
US$162.13
1 night, 2 adults
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The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

Hotel in Clacton-on-Sea

Situated in Clacton-on-Sea, The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns has a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property.

J
JOHN and LINDA JONES
From
Spain
Liked everything sbout it. Fabulously modern, very cosy, warm, clean. Faciities were first class. Plenty of tea, coffee, milk. etc. Lighting was brilliant. Bedside lights, reading lights and full lights. Added bonus was the USB ports for charging phones. Lovely wardrobe space. Most comfortable bed ever. Lots clean towels daily. Bestnplave have ever stayed. Highly recommend. 😃
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,452 reviews
Price from
US$101.33
1 night, 2 adults
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Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hotel in Stansted Mountfitchet

Featuring a bar, Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport is located in Stansted Mountfitchet in the Essex region, 9.2 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station and 21 km from Audley End House.

G
Georgia
From
Greece
The hotel was 5 minutes away from the airport and the room was very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 27,569 reviews
Price from
US$196.51
1 night, 2 adults
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GreyFriars

Hotel in Colchester

Situated in Colchester, 200 metres from Colchester Castle, this AA rated property features a garden. Located around 6 km from Colchester Zoo, the hotel is also 11 km away from Flatford.

I
Isabelle
From
Belgium
Warm welcome, very attentive and professionnal staff. Great food and very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,912 reviews
Price from
US$189.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG

Hotel in Harlow

Situated 25 minutes’ drive from London Stansted Airport, the Holiday Inn Express Harlow is enclosed by various shopping and leisure facilities.

R
Roger
From
United Arab Emirates
We arrived after a very long journey too early for our room. Sienna on reception was exceptional and helped find us a room earlier so we could rest. She was so helpful and friendly. She also helped us sort out parking which is tricky in Harlow at the moment because of the extensions going on with the building.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,350 reviews
Price from
US$114.84
1 night, 2 adults
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Lifehouse Spa And Hotel

Hotel in Frinton-on-Sea

This adults-only, luxury hotel is set within 130 acres of beautiful grounds and listed gardens, with 35 treatment rooms and an 18.5 metre swimming pool.

S
Sarah
From
United Kingdom
It was my second visit , the spa is fantastic and very good value … nice clean comfortable rooms and very relaxed atmosphere
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,082 reviews
Price from
US$255.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn Basildon by IHG

Hotel in Basildon

Overlooking a garden and lake, Holiday Inn Basildon offers air-conditioned rooms 3.2 km from Basildon town centre.

D
Dave
From
New Zealand
the staff were exceptionally helpful, friendly and kind. Donna in the restaurant was an absolute star, she should be recognised for her great customer service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,063 reviews
Price from
US$169.02
1 night, 2 adults
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The Oakland Hotel

Hotel in Woodham Ferrers

The Oakland Hotel is a family-run budget hotel situated in the centre of the riverside town of South Woodham Ferrers, 15 miles from Southend-on-Sea.

P
Patricia
From
France
Hotel was excellent on price, friendly, help fullness, good supply of coffee, milk and toilet rolls . Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Very clean room . Breakfast was a sausage, 1 rasher, fried tomato, mushrooms, fried egg. Baked beans which you could ask to be altered for choice. Cereals, toast, butter, marmite etc were provided. Coffee, soft drinks serve yourself. Clean towels provided daily as required. Staff allowed me to have my brought food in my room on their plates and cutlery as they realised my mobility was poor and it was hard for me to get down to get food. Shops outside the hotel gives every take away you could want and a nearby Asda allows for extra shopping.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,564 reviews
Price from
US$108.08
1 night, 2 adults
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Marygreen Manor

Hotel in Brentwood

This luxury 4-star hotel is located just 1 mile from Brentwood Train Station, junction 28 of the M25 motorway, junction 11 of the A12, and Brentwood's central High Street.

M
Michalis
From
Netherlands
Traditional, very nice staff, beautiful garden/courtyard.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
Price from
US$189.15
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,350 reviews

    Situated 25 minutes’ drive from London Stansted Airport, the Holiday Inn Express Harlow is enclosed by various shopping and leisure facilities.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,082 reviews

    This adults-only, luxury hotel is set within 130 acres of beautiful grounds and listed gardens, with 35 treatment rooms and an 18.5 metre swimming pool.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,063 reviews

    Overlooking a garden and lake, Holiday Inn Basildon offers air-conditioned rooms 3.2 km from Basildon town centre.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,564 reviews

    The Oakland Hotel is a family-run budget hotel situated in the centre of the riverside town of South Woodham Ferrers, 15 miles from Southend-on-Sea.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews

    This luxury 4-star hotel is located just 1 mile from Brentwood Train Station, junction 28 of the M25 motorway, junction 11 of the A12, and Brentwood's central High Street.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 17,054 reviews

    Just 5 minutes from Stansted Airport, this hotel offers breakfasts and dinner at the hotel restaurant. Central London is only a 45-minute train journey away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 21,594 reviews

    Featuring 3 international restaurants, the Radisson Blu is just a 2-minute walk from Stansted Airport Terminal.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,500 reviews

    The Saracens Head, an old coaching inn, situated just 5 miles from London Stansted airport in Great Dunmow.

Budget hotels in Essex

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,172 reviews

    Located 26 km from Stansted Airport and just minutes from the M11/M25, this refurbished 14th century former coaching inn now offers comfortable en suite accommodation in this quiet village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,172 reviews

    Roydon Marina Village Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Roydon Rail Station, which has direct links to Stratford Rail Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,777 reviews

    This property is on the Tendring Peninsula, situated on the coastal road, providing cliff top views.The property features a garden and a terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews

    Set in Coggeshall and within 10 km of Freeport Braintree, Ranfield's Brasserie Hotel Rooms has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

    The George features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cavendish. Located around 25 km from Ickworth House, the hotel with free WiFi is also 25 km away from The Apex.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,556 reviews

    Situated 17 km from Adventure Island, Oyster Fleet Hotel offers 2-star accommodation in Canvey Island and has a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,267 reviews

    Situated in Harlow, 17 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, Pages Hotel and Guesthouse features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,036 reviews

    With a parking and an elegant interior, this hotel is situated less than a 5-minute drive from Stansted Airport Terminal. Each room has a private bathroom and a TV and DVD.

Hotels in Essex that you can book without a credit card

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    2 bedroom Mini Lodge Caravan at Coopers Beach Holiday Park has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in East Mersea.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,180 reviews

    Located in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle, St Nicholas Hotel Colchester offers express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

  • 911 Caravan

    Hotel in Saint Osyth
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Featuring 4-star accommodation, 911 Caravan is situated in Saint Osyth, 49 km from Freeport Braintree and 13 km from Alresford.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Located in Billericay, 12 km from Hylands Park, Great Blunts Stables - Stock Brook Manor Golf Club provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

FAQs about hotels in Essex

Close to London, Yet Far Removed

Half-timbered houses lining village greens. Picturesque estuaries and sweeping countryside. Traditional seaside resorts. Affluent Essex has all of this and more.

Its county town Chelmsford has a flint cathedral and waterfront shopping complex. To the east Maldon is a pretty estuary town with a colourful high street, and further south is Southend-on-Sea, a popular seaside town with a good helping of fish and chip shops and the world’s longest pier.

Another pier with amusements is in Clacton-on-Sea, the closest Essex seaside resort to Colchester, the former capital of Roman Britain. City walls remain from this period, and it has a Norman castle and first-class zoo.

From nearby Harwich ferries depart to the Netherlands and Denmark, while Braintree houses the Freeport Outlet Shopping Village. Further west is Stansted Airport, an important hub for low-cost airlines. Closer to London, modern Harlow has the most Essex spa hotels and is close to the Lee Valley Regional Park and Epping Forest.

Brentwood is a bustling commuter town from where you can see the City of London skyline on a clear day. Close by is Basildon with its Hollywood-esque sign, and forming a triangle with them is Grays, home of the huge Thurrock Lakeside Shopping Centre.

Wherever you are staying, Booking.com has an excellent range of guest houses, country inns and hotels in Essex.

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  • Kingscliff Hotel Holland on Sea

    Clacton-on-Sea
    From US$133.75 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,777 reviews
    We stayed at Kingscliff hotel for a holiday with 7-month old twins. The family room was cosy, clean and spacious: we had a double bed, two single beds and two cots and we managed to place our rocking chairs and a playmat in between. We appreciated that we were given a room on the ground floor and there was no need for us to carry our babies up and down the stairs. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Each day we needed to warm baby milk and sterilise bottles in a microwave, and all our requests were accommodated promptly. The breakfast and evening meal in the restaurant was always delicious, with wide choice. In the restaurant, we were also provided with convenient high chairs for the babies.
    Guest review by
    Ellen
    Russia

  • Annexe at Gosfield Lake

    Gosfield
    From US$197.25 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
    Absolutely everything. My partner and I rented out both the annexes for us and his parents as we were attending a wedding at Gosfield Hall which is only a 3 minute drive. It was lovely that we could open up the adjoing doors between the annexes during the day and then close them off so we all had our privacy at night. The view of the lake was beautiful. The host greeted us kindly and the snack bar across the grass had a great selection of yummy tummy fillers.
    Guest review by
    Charlotte
    United Kingdom

  • The Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel

    Coggeshall
    From US$111.62 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,436 reviews
    Everything! Heard staff turnover high owing to poor salaries. Heard men's changing rooms leave a lot to be desired. This l did not like to hear. 15 locations and staff cannot stay and be proud of their role because of low wages! Pay them their worth; how do you suppose your 15 locations are kept in motion???????
    Guest review by
    Manaid
    United Kingdom

  • White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

    Coggeshall
    From US$104.57 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 776 reviews
    Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast. Perfect location. Nice ales. I decided to save a little money by taking the single room option and was pleasantly surprised at the size of the room and the bed. Best value hotel I can remember, ever.
    Guest review by
    Daniel
    Denmark

  • St Nicholas Hotel Colchester

    Colchester
    From US$190.63 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,180 reviews
    Exchanged room in St Nicholas for The George as the lift at St Nicholas broke down upon my arrival and I had to climb 3 storeys to reach my room. My wife is a kidney transplanted patient and has angiopasty done on her.
    Guest review by
    Stephen
    Singapore

  • Stansted Airport Lodge

    Takeley
    From US$87.82 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1,327 reviews
    I saw the aurora in this hotel that night. Crazy and I’m so lucky🥹. Anyways the room is clean and big, in a very affordable price. We had a wonderful stay there. Please book!
    Guest review by
    King Ching
    Hong Kong

  • The George Hotel Colchester

    Colchester
    From US$183.88 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,325 reviews
    The interior design is excellent. keeping the character but with a modern twist and lots of humour. I loved the paintings. Great bar and restaurant.
    Guest review by
    Coxall
    Spain

  • Frinton Escapes

    Frinton-on-Sea
    From US$175.64 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
    Location in Frinton excellent. We stayed 5 days for Christmas. Frinton a brilliant starting point to visit all of our children.
    Guest review by
    JACQUELINE
    France

  • Lifehouse Spa And Hotel

    Frinton-on-Sea
    From US$268.86 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,082 reviews
    It was my second visit , the spa is fantastic and very good value … nice clean comfortable rooms and very relaxed atmosphere
    Guest review by
    Sarah
    United Kingdom

  • Dragonfly Hotel Colchester

    Colchester
    From US$147.40 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,826 reviews
    Excellent place to stay. Super quiet area. Extremely friendly staff. Rich breakfast. Looking forward to the next visit.
    Guest review by
    Costas
    Cyprus

  • Brook Red Lion Hotel

    Colchester
    From US$91.20 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,260 reviews
    The hotel was a beautiful old hotel. It was very well serviced. Close to everything. Huge breakfasts.
    Guest review by
    Karen
    Australia

  • The Royal Hotel - Clacton On Sea

    Clacton-on-Sea
    From US$133.75 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 822 reviews
    Kids loved the hotel, and the location was great . Staff was great too ... 👍
    Guest review by
    Mohamed
    Algeria

  • The New Chichester Hotel

    Wickford
    From US$120.24 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
    The service was great and the rooms are clean and it's nice and quite here
    Guest review by
    Ben
    United Kingdom

  • The Victory at Mersea

    West Mersea
    From US$233.06 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 645 reviews
    Very friendly team with excellent service and great comfortable room
    Guest review by
    Tara
    Guernsey

  • Roydon Marina Village Hotel

    Roydon
    From US$111.87 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,172 reviews
    The staff was so lovely. The rooms were b8g and comfortable
    Guest review by
    Auguste
    Ireland

  • Green Man by Chef & Brewer Collection

    Harlow
    From US$115.51 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,172 reviews
    Very friend staff couldn’t be more helpful Will be back
    Guest review by
    emma
    Belgium

  • Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

    Colchester
    From US$132.40 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,559 reviews
    Clean bright reception and good sized bedroom
    Guest review by
    Julie
    United Kingdom

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  • 10.0

    Flight delayed so missed connecting flight.. the proximity...

    Flight delayed so missed connecting flight.. the proximity of the hotel to the terminal is unsurpassable The check-in was fast and efficient Room was spacious and beds super comfortable Shower was strong and bathroom equipped with facecloths etc But best of all breakfast at 4am to facilitate early flight was just brilliant and really enjoyable
    Guest review by
    Trish
    Ireland
  • 10.0

    Colchester is a beautiful town with lots of historic beauty.

    Colchester is a beautiful town with lots of historic beauty. We only had two nights here, but would definitely visit again for longer. The centre is great for shopping, with many pedestrianised streets, and a mix of well-known shops, street vendors and local independent businesses. It's really not that large, so it's easy to walk around. Our favourite locations were the Firstsite art gallery and cafe, the Curzon cinema (next door), the Minories art gallery and the castle park. We also easily found some great restaurants. There seemed to be loads of Italian restaurants, but we preferred the Vietnamese and Japanese places. Our favourite shops were Red Lion Books on the High Street and Bestdays Vintage on Eld Lane, for great coffee, vintage clothes and music chat with the staff.
    Guest review by
    Bob
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    Clacton pier was great for children the beach was clean and...

    Clacton pier was great for children the beach was clean and there was a few toilets locally which was good. Car parking is dotted around that’s free for a couple of hours but paid car parking is expensive
    Guest review by
    Marie
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Chelmsford is a very pretty place .

    Chelmsford is a very pretty place . The people are so friendly but unfortunately I cannot walk long distances so I could not get to see it all . But we'll worth a visit. We had breakfast in the Range shop which was quite nice. Plenty of places to eat. ...there is street food also like paella...beautiful arrangements of home made breads The shops are so many you would need a day to see it all. There are a row of markets do there is plenty to see.
    Guest review by
    Lewis
  • 6.0

    Sorry to say Harlow was quite sad and gone rather down hill...

    Sorry to say Harlow was quite sad and gone rather down hill. Lots of traffic jams due to the many roadworks going on. To be honest our visit was for a funeral so did not make any tourist forays into area.
    Guest review by
    Vivienne
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0

    The Marygreen Manor is a beautiful hotel and I would...

    The Marygreen Manor is a beautiful hotel and I would recommend it, I didn't spend much time in central Brentwood so my opinion wouldn't be helpful to others but it is close to the M25 so very convenient, the Shell petrol garage near Junction 28 M25 is to be avoided at peek times, its just chaos trying to get in or out again, you've been warned!
    Guest review by
    Robert
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0

    Braintree is a very historic town with glimpses of a...

    Braintree is a very historic town with glimpses of a medieval past in its narrow lanes around the town centre. It has suffered from a decline after its main local industry closed down. It could be a lovely place if there was investment in it because a number of traditional buildings still stand, and it has a good sized centre for an upgrade to take place. There's a nice local park near Coggeshall Road and the station. Sadly, there's an ugly multistorey car park near the run down shopping area with a few cafes and low priced shops. Very sad to see it so neglected. Maybe local councillors could take a look at towns like Ludlow or Chichester to see how they've protected the historic heart of their home towns. Happy to return again though. Good luck Braintree people.
    Guest review by
    Pauline
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    The position of the Hotel was ideal to get to where we...

    The position of the Hotel was ideal to get to where we needed to be. The Hotel setting was lovely, over the lake. Also, after being out all day, it was so convenient to just walk over to the Festival leisure park to find somewhere to eat. A very nice and convenient Hotel. Harvesters, and Wagamama were both good choices to eat.
    Guest review by
    George
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0

    Cheap basic accommodation for 5 min drive to airport.

    Cheap basic accommodation for 5 min drive to airport. Advertised hotel opposite-this doesn’t serve food. Better hotel was Lamb and Lion two blocks away-lovely. Fish and chips -walk around the corner or Kebab van opposite.
    Guest review by
    Julie
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Lovely town.

    Lovely town. You have plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants. We particularly liked the Solero Lounge. Everyone in the shops and eateries was pleasant and friendly. We loved Hythe quay. We booked a trip round the river Blackwater on a Thames Barge. It was a cold morning but we still enjoyed it.
    Guest review by
    Philip
    United Kingdom

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