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Wivenhoe House Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

Set in the historic grounds of Wivenhoe Park, this 18th-century house is next to the University of Essex campus.

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Sarah
From
United Kingdom
The room was very comfortable and it was nice to have a balcony overlooking the grounds. Dog bowls and a bed were provided for our dog in the room. The staff were very friendly and and couldn't be more helpful, for example bringing out a dog bed and bowl of water when we were eating outside. The outside eating area was very cosy, with heaters and blankets provided and we enjoyed our meal. The hotel is in a lovely setting.
Review score
Wonderful
1,142 reviews
Price from
$239.68
1 night, 2 adults

Martello Bay Hotel

Hotel in Clacton-on-Sea

Located in Clacton-on-Sea, a 2-minute walk from Clacton Beach, Martello Bay Hotel provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

D
David A
From
United States
Comfortable room with balcony and view of the sea.
Review score
Wonderful
101 reviews
Price from
$126.57
1 night, 2 adults

The Mistley Thorn

Hotel in Mistley

Located in Mistley, 26 miles from Hedingham Castle, The Mistley Thorn has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

L
Linda
From
United Kingdom
Warm, clean, spacious, friendly, relaxed
Review score
Wonderful
193 reviews
Price from
$215.44
1 night, 2 adults

Talbooth House & Spa

Hotel in Dedham

Located in Dedham, 21 miles from Hedingham Castle, Talbooth House & Spa has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

R
Rachel
From
United Kingdom
We had such a lovely stay, the facilities were amazing and all of the staff were so sweet!
Review score
Wonderful
134 reviews
Price from
$348.74
1 night, 2 adults

The Courthouse Inn

Hotel in Colchester

Located in Colchester, 23 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

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William
From
United Kingdom
Service was excellent, both as an overnight guest and as a member of a large dinner party. Food was also excellent, all our party agreed. I had pork belly, duck and creme brulee... The room was very nicely decorated, warm and clean. The ensuite shower room was warm, big towels and enough of the usual supplies. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and fruit teas, biscuits, milk in the cutest bottles, couldn't have done more. Breakfast was good, the service excellent and the choice unlimited. I would highly recommend The Courthouse for dinner or overnight stay.
Review score
Wonderful
369 reviews
Price from
$133.30
1 night, 2 adults

Channels Hotel

Hotel in Chelmsford

Dating back to the 15th century, this Tudor house and converted stable block is set in the grounds of Channels Estate.

d
darren
From
United Kingdom
Fantastic hospitality, lovely and clean rooms. Food at the brasserie was amazing!!
Review score
Wonderful
654 reviews
Price from
$295.65
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.

J
John
From
United States
went there for a function, but would definitely stay there for an extended stay.
Review score
Wonderful
415 reviews
Price from
$161.58
1 night, 2 adults

The Kings Arms Rooms

Hotel in Saint Osyth

Located in Saint Osyth, 28 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Kings Arms Rooms has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

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David
From
United Kingdom
Room was immaculate
Review score
Wonderful
9 reviews
Price from
$222.17
1 night, 2 adults

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

Hotel in Clacton-on-Sea

Located 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.

R
Rosie
From
United Kingdom
The food was simple but good. The beds were very comfortable.
Review score
Very Good
2,607 reviews
Price from
$91.56
1 night, 2 adults

Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hotel in Stansted Mountfitchet

Located in Stansted Mountfitchet, 5.7 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant...

H
Helen
From
United Kingdom
Comfortable, staff friendly and help full
Review score
Very Good
27,778 reviews
Price from
$155.53
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    Excellent · 1,917 reviews

    Located in Colchester, 656 feet from Colchester Castle, this AA rated property features a garden. Located around 3.7 mi from Colchester Zoo, the hotel is also 6.8 mi away from Flatford.

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    Very Good · 1,132 reviews

    This adults-only, luxury hotel is set within 130 acres of beautiful grounds and listed gardens, with 35 treatment rooms and an 61 foot swimming pool.

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    Very Good · 2,183 reviews

    Overlooking a garden and lake, Holiday Inn Basildon offers air-conditioned rooms 2 mi from Basildon town center. Located beside Festival Leisure Park this hotel is 14 mi from Lakeside Shopping Center.

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    Very Good · 1,553 reviews

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

  • Review score
    Very Good · 1,169 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.

  • Review score
    Very Good · 18,047 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.

  • Review score
    Very Good · 21,747 reviews

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

  • Review score
    Very Good · 1,550 reviews

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

Budget hotels in Essex

  • Review score
    Good · 1,655 reviews

    Oyster Fleet Hotel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Canvey Island.

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    Good · 1,337 reviews

    Located in Harlow, 11 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, Pages Hotel and Guesthouse has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Review score
    Pleasant · 2,076 reviews

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

  • Review score
    Good · 3,617 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ drive from Stansted Airport, this Days Inn is close to the M11. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception.

  • Review score
    Good · 2,518 reviews

    The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels is a 10-minute drive from Stansted Airport, located just off of junction 7 of the M11, minutes from the M25.

  • Review score
    Good · 5,328 reviews

    Ramada London Stansted Airport is located just off the M11, and only a 3-minute drive from Stansted Airport.

  • Review score
    Good · 1,218 reviews

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

  • Review score
    Good · 207 reviews

    Located in Harwich and with Alresford reachable within 16 miles, Tulip Hotel Harwich provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

Hotels in Essex you can book without a credit card

  • Review score
    Exceptional · 25 reviews

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

    Guest review
    We had an enjoyable stay here.The Caravan is family friendly,clean,modern,well equipped and welcoming.The host was so kind and made our stay pleasant.Planning my next visit soon.
  • Review score
    Very Good · 495 reviews

    Located in Rochford, 5.4 miles from Adventure Island, The Cherry Tree Rochford provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

  • 911 Caravan

    Hotel in Saint Osyth
    No credit card needed
    Review score
    Fair · 2 reviews

    Featuring 4-star accommodations, 911 Caravan is located in Saint Osyth, a 8-minute walk from St. Osyth Beach and 30 miles from Freeport Braintree.

  • Review score
    Pleasant · 18 reviews

    Located in Billericay, 7.2 miles from Hylands Park, Great Blunts Stables - Stock Brook Manor Golf Club provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

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    We loved our stay, it was just an overnight stay as we had...

    We loved our stay, it was just an overnight stay as we had an early flight. Being situated runway side we relaxed watching the aircraft. There was no noise from the aircraft meaning we could sleep before our flight. Breakfast was welcome before heading for check in.
    Guest review by
    Zoe
    United Kingdom
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    Colchester doesn't really have a lot going for it.

    Colchester doesn't really have a lot going for it. The castle is really worth a visit. There weren't the Roman remains that my husband was hoping for as a lot has been built on. It's very much a working town. But maybe we didn't do enough research to get the best out of it. Bus service is good and saves trying to drive and park through the town.
    Guest review by
    Andrina
    United Kingdom
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    Plenty to do around Clacton by car or feet.. we choose feet!

    Plenty to do around Clacton by car or feet.. we choose feet! Day at various arcades.. can be expensive, but loads of 2p machines still. if go to the pier (you have too) look at buy pre tickets for whole day, much better value. Day on the beach. Also lots places to eat and drink, again prices vary so look into this in advance if you wish to save some pennies!
    Guest review by
    Carl
    United Kingdom
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    My advice to anyone visiting Harlow would be to avoid the...

    My advice to anyone visiting Harlow would be to avoid the shopping areas and head to the many green spaces as well as follow the amazing art trail ... There are sculptures by Rodin, Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth amongst others around the town ..
    Guest review by
    Sarah
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    We arrived for 1 night stay , nobody there as we arrived

    We arrived for 1 night stay , nobody there as we arrived Key was in key box and did not work , we went into the pub to ask for help to be told it was nothing to do with them but she would try to contact someone, a man came and finally opened our room and to say we were disappointed was an understatement , tiny , dark , dirty , soap dispensers were empty , bedding smelled We had to sleep with door unlocked in case we couldn't get out again ! Looked like door had been kicked previously.
    Guest review by
    PAUL
    United Kingdom
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    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
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    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