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Colchester

246 hotels

Harlow

44 hotels

Chelmsford

139 hotels

Brentwood

66 hotels

Clacton-on-Sea

195 hotels

Basildon

93 hotels

Braintree

27 hotels

Takeley

15 hotels

Coggeshall

7 hotels

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Talbooth House & Spa

Hotel in Dedham

Situated in Dedham, 34 km from Hedingham Castle, Talbooth House & Spa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

M
Mercedes
From
United Kingdom
Rooms were beautifully decorated.. ( sky tv complimentary water etc) staff so lovely & helpful There is a courtesy car which can take you to and from the other restaurants ie Milsoms & Talbooth … If you don’t want the continental breakfast which is offered here you can go to Milsoms for a cooked full English which is excellent. ( lots if choice on Milsoms menu) we love the spa here which is amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Price from
US$384.73
1 night, 2 adults

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.

P
Pieter C
From
Netherlands
the Courthouse Inn is approx 20 min drive fm the Harwich ferry. Owner and staff are very friendly people and the rooms are located in seperate building
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Price from
US$131.79
1 night, 2 adults

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
Mike
From
United Kingdom
The bedroom was specious and clean. The food in the restaurant was excellent. All the staff were friendly and professional
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 416 reviews
Price from
US$159.75
1 night, 2 adults

Pontlands Park Hotel

Hotel in Chelmsford

Pontlands Park is located in countryside just 15 minutes’ drive from the M25 and 30 minutes from Stansted Airport. Built in 1879 the hotel features Victorian architecture and relaxed splendour.

G
Geoff_tompkinson
From
Austria
Very quiet, well equipped room, excellent breakfast, friendly service, great location, lovely old house but tastefully modernised, loved the gardens and the tranquility
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 789 reviews
Price from
US$197.69
1 night, 2 adults

The White Hart Inn

Hotel in Margaretting

Set in Margaretting and with Hylands Park reachable within 6.7 km, The White Hart Inn offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

E
Evie
From
United Kingdom
Lovely premises, pet friendly, amazing food, friendly staff. Thank you so much!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$131.79
1 night, 2 adults

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, 2,345 reviews
Price from
US$94.85
1 night, 2 adults

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.

F
Francis John
From
Albania
The gym facilities were excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 27,080 reviews
Price from
US$175.41
1 night, 2 adults

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.

c
cissy
From
Hong Kong
Clean bathroom, clean room. The room and bathroom are well lit and air conditioned. Decor is elegant and warm. Beautiful garden with a big old tree. Plenty of parking space. Lose to town centre with many shops. Food is good and tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,912 reviews
Price from
US$186.38
1 night, 2 adults

The North Hill Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

Colchester’s North Hill Hotel provides luxurious bed and breakfast in Britain’s oldest town.

F
Fadhil Nadhif
From
Sweden
Very central and accessible! Lovely staffs!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,084 reviews
Price from
US$140.09
1 night, 2 adults

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.

P
Peter
From
United Kingdom
Great quality room and friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,294 reviews
Price from
US$130.46
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,086 reviews

Colchester’s North Hill Hotel provides luxurious bed and breakfast in Britain’s oldest town.

From US$150.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,294 reviews

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

From US$101.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,030 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, 1,555 reviews

Located just off the A12, Holiday Inn Express Colchester offers air-conditioned, modern bedrooms with satellite TVs. There is a restaurant and bar.

From US$101.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,996 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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,256 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.

From US$117.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16,548 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.

From US$99.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 21,715 reviews

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

From US$115.82 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,436 reviews

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

From US$122.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,190 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.

From US$131.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,547 reviews

Located in Colchester, Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$106.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,102 reviews

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

From US$125.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,662 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.

From US$166.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,132 reviews

In a quiet village setting, just off the A12, outside the ancient Roman town of Colchester, this modern hotel offers great value with free parking and an indoor pool.

From US$110.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,618 reviews

Featuring a stylish bar, the 4-star Novotel Hotel offers modern bedrooms. The hotel is just a 6-minute bus ride from Stansted Airport terminal building.

From US$105.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 381 reviews

Set in Stansted Mountfitchet, Kings Arms Hotel has a terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$157.09 per night

Hotels in Essex that you can book without a credit card

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 34 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 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,135 reviews

Nestled within the historic and picturesque grounds of Wivenhoe Park, Wivenhoe House Hotel blends 18th-century charm with modern comfort, just moments from the University of Essex campus.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews

Situated in Maldon, 17 km from Chelmsford Train Station, The Swan Hotel Bar and Grill features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$186.38 per night

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.

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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From US$166.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,662 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
From US$106.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,547 reviews
We arrived quite late at 7:30pm. The staff member on reception was very friendly and accommodating and advised that we had been upgraded to the newly renovated rooms as they had availability. The rooms were exceptionally clean, comfortable and well provisioned. I have been lucky enough to stay in a couple of fancy hotels, including Hayman Island on the Great Barrier Reef, and the rooms we had at Marks Tey were on a par and better than those hotel rooms. Excellent value for money for our last-minute booking. Menu looked tasty and great value, but we had already eaten so didn't try the food on this occasion.
Guest review by
Crane
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,398 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
From US$173.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
I had a fantastic, comfortable and enjoyable stay in Frinton. It had everything I needed and most importantly to me the upstairs unit I stayed was spotlessly clean and the bed was amazingly comfortable.
Guest review by
Wendy
New Zealand
From US$198.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Great location to attend a wedding at Gosfield Hall - was able to walk to/from the venue. Room was spacious, clean, great amenities with a beautiful lake view. Host were so friendly and welcoming.
Guest review by
Joanna
United Kingdom
From US$229.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews
Room size and position. Seaview with a balcony. Food was fabulous, had the best steak I've had in years. Staff were exceptionally friendly, helpful and polite.
Guest review by
Jayne
United Kingdom
From US$123.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,759 reviews
The Hotel is well located and has plenty of parking. The staff were very friendly, rooms are comfortable and the showers are decent.
Guest review by
Andrew
South Africa
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 739 reviews
Staff excellent as usual - Really friendly - Nice room following request - Great food from the restaurant - Ideal parking
Guest review by
Adrian
United Kingdom
From US$131.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,190 reviews
Rooms are nice and comfortable, with all the essentials. Staff friendly. Having the pub attached was great.
Guest review by
Mark
New Zealand
From US$156.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 949 reviews
Breakfast was excellent, location is very good and staff are friendly and helpful and second to none 😀
Guest review by
O'Driscoll
Ireland
From US$181.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,282 reviews
Great place on an excellent location. Restaurant is very good, but closes at 9:00.
Guest review by
Odio
Costa Rica
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,030 reviews
Staff very friendly and helpful, great spa, comfy rooms and great food
Guest review by
Emilia
Poland
From US$69.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,267 reviews
Friendly & helpful staff, clear instructions, near the airport
Guest review by
James
Philippines
From US$125.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,102 reviews
Lovely clean rooms staff were amazing will definitely be back
Guest review by
Stuart
New Zealand
From US$154.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,079 reviews
Excellent Location and excellent comfort and helpfull staff
Guest review by
İzzet
Turkey
From US$101.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
The price is good compared to other hotels in the area.
Guest review by
Alexander MTTH
United Kingdom
From US$101.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,237 reviews
In the center of Colchester, Perfect
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New Graphic snc
Italy

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2.0

Curtains let in light.

Curtains let in light. Constant noise from planes taking off. Windowfitments all loose letting in noise. HGVs parked right outside, lights and engines left on. Shouting from drivers. No pack up breakfast provided for us to take away as our flights were before 06.30. Hrs. Female receptionist Rude Unhelpful and not interested. Complete waste of time, money. We had no sleep whatsoever. Will not be staying at anymore days inns in future. Absolute rip off, disappointing and disgusting and disgraceful 👺
Guest review by
Mark
United Kingdom
6.0

Colchester Castle and Museum absolutely brilliant especially...

Colchester Castle and Museum absolutely brilliant especially for children. We went on a Sunday morning and found cheap parking near Castle Park but can imagine that it would be a nightmare to drive around Colchester on a weekday without entering bus lanes and one way systems!
Guest review by
Barbara
United Kingdom
8.0

Nice ambient. The rooms were sufficiently equipped.

Nice ambient. The rooms were sufficiently equipped. We had a full day party within the hotel halls. Lovely. The hotel surrounding space and town caught my attention best. Took peaceful evening and morning walks. Only thing I missed was a gym.
Guest review by
Oma
United Kingdom
8.0

Interesting town with a lot of history to it.

Interesting town with a lot of history to it. A plethora of eateries, shops galore, all within a walkable distance in the centre. Driving around town can be a bit challenging because of the road layout, avoid the rush hour if you can. Excellent train connection into London.
Guest review by
Peter
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
10

Very under rated resort.

Very under rated resort. We tend to visit a friend who lives in the area out of season. There is still plenty to do and the beach side walks and gardens are excellent. The Greensward cafe near the Martello tower is a favourite place for breakfast and you can let breakfast go down with a game of crazy golf on the course next to the cafe. Newroz Kitchen on Rosemary Rd is an excellent Turkish restaurant where we like to visit each time we go to Clacton. There are all the usual seaside activities that will keep everyone occupied.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

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

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
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
8.0

The towns beautiful with restaurants,, 🏨 walks,, bars and a...

The towns beautiful with restaurants,, 🏨 walks,, bars and a lovely community,, though I noticed a dead robin on the bin the other day which I felt was strange.. I've also heard that there's trouble with kids in the town.. which I've never noticed,, the town is so out of town,, their page is a bit funny and there's no 🚆
Guest review by
CharlotteC
United Kingdom