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The Mistley Thorn

Hotel in Mistley

Set in Mistley, 43 km from Hedingham Castle, The Mistley Thorn offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

C
Catherine
From
United States
The room was beautiful. The food and drink was exceptional. The location was lovely and refreshing. Lot's of lovely walks by the Estuary and in the country and plenty of bar and café options nearby. A brilliant place. 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
Price from
US$215.56
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

G
Graham
From
United Kingdom
Wonderful rural location just off the A12 and a 10 minute walk into Dedham village, plenty of free parking, friendly staff, beautifully decorated and furnished buildings, facilities set over three sites within two or three minutes drive of each other but staff will ferry you backwards and forwards, room and breakfast excellent value and high-end restaurant serves delicious food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
Price from
US$281.58
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

L
Larry
From
Luxembourg
Well run, well organized, friendly and totally supportive and tolerant staff. Nothing was to much trouble.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews
Price from
US$133.38
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

B
Billie-Ellen
From
Australia
The location was brilliant lovely and quiet. Was a beautiful room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 667 reviews
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US$195.53
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
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, 423 reviews
Price from
US$161.67
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.

F
Fabrice
From
Portugal
Property was spotless, beds comfortable bath really deep
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,408 reviews
Price from
US$91.61
1 night, 2 adults
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Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hotel in Stansted Mountfitchet

Located in Stansted Mountfitchet, 9.2 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a...

E
Ewald
From
United States
Bed was so comfortable after crazy day of traveling.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 27,540 reviews
Price from
US$160.23
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.

m
michael
From
Spain
This hotel is always a lovely place to stay.Its smart, the people are friendly and the rooms are very stylish and comfortable.Its right in the centre of town but very quiet and there is free convenient parking.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,916 reviews
Price from
US$175.14
1 night, 2 adults
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The North Hill Hotel

Hotel in Colchester

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

E
E
From
Netherlands
Great location in the city centre, lot's of restaurants and bars nearby. The staff was very friendly. In the room we found a lot of tea, some coffee, cookies, earplugs, which shows everthing is thought of. The beds were the best we ever had in a hotel. And our favorite was the English breakfast, both regular and vegetarian.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,067 reviews
Price from
US$119.31
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.

F
Flo
From
Kenya
Excellent location Friendly and helpful staff Fresh and tasty food
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,327 reviews
Price from
US$127.99
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,327 reviews

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

    From US$149.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,049 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.

    From US$268.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,038 reviews

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

    From US$182.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,584 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.

    From US$107.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,219 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$168.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 16,731 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$131.69 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 21,614 reviews

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

    From US$172.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,484 reviews

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

    From US$97.61 per night

Budget hotels in Essex

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,175 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$127.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,935 reviews

    Situated on the edge of Braintree town centre, the Holiday Inn Express is just 12 miles from Stansted Airport.

    From US$145.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,141 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$108.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,749 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$95.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 481 reviews

    Located in Rochford, 8.6 km from Adventure Island, The Cherry Tree Rochford provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    From US$133.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 868 reviews

    Located on the beachfront in Clacton-on-Sea, The Royal Hotel - Clacton On Sea features a bar.

    From US$105.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 768 reviews

    Set in a beautiful 15th-century building, White Hart Hotel boasts a courtyard terrace and a traditional restaurant.

    From US$113.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 37 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.

    From US$116.40 per night

Hotels in Essex that you can book without a credit card

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

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

  • 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.

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

    Set in Layer de la Haye, 26 km from Freeport Braintree, Donkey & buskins offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

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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  • 2.0

    We were extremely disappointed when ,due to fire at the...

    We were extremely disappointed when ,due to fire at the airport we missed our flight. When we tried to book another night the price was just under£300. We explained the situation but to no avail. Ver disappointed.
    Guest review by
    Kathleen
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    We only stayed overnight in Colchester and left round...

    We only stayed overnight in Colchester and left round lunchtime, so didnt have much time to browse, but we went to a few places and walked round the park! We will come back again and visit the castle. The area around there looks beautiful, too!
    Guest review by
    wolfgang
    Germany
  • 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
  • 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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 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
  • 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

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