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The Mistley Thorn
Set in Mistley, 43 km from Hedingham Castle, The Mistley Thorn offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.
Talbooth House & Spa
Situated in Dedham, 34 km from Hedingham Castle, Talbooth House & Spa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
The Courthouse Inn
Set in Colchester, 36 km from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Channels Hotel
Dating back to the 15th century, this Tudor house and converted stable block is set in the grounds of Channels Estate.
The Lion Inn
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.
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
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.
Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport
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.
GreyFriars
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.
The North Hill Hotel
Colchester’s North Hill Hotel provides luxurious bed and breakfast in Britain’s oldest town.
Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG
Situated 25 minutes’ drive from London Stansted Airport, the Holiday Inn Express Harlow is enclosed by various shopping and leisure facilities.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 3,971 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Essex
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,193 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Essex
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 1,208 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Essex
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,197 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Essex
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,352 reviews
Essex's best hotels with breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Harlow by IHG
Hotel in HarlowBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,313 reviewsSituated 25 minutes’ drive from London Stansted Airport, the Holiday Inn Express Harlow is enclosed by various shopping and leisure facilities.
From US$119.19 per nightLifehouse Spa And Hotel
Hotel in Frinton-on-SeaBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,045 reviewsThis 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$239.72 per nightHoliday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Hotel in ColchesterBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,476 reviewsLocated just off the A12, Holiday Inn Express Colchester offers air-conditioned, modern bedrooms with satellite TVs. There is a restaurant and bar.
From US$116.51 per nightHoliday Inn Basildon by IHG
Hotel in BasildonBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,026 reviewsOverlooking a garden and lake, Holiday Inn Basildon offers air-conditioned rooms 3.2 km from Basildon town centre.
From US$174.10 per nightMarygreen Manor
Hotel in BrentwoodBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,226 reviewsThis 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$168.74 per night- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 16,646 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$128.56 per night - Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 21,612 reviews
Featuring 3 international restaurants, the Radisson Blu is just a 2-minute walk from Stansted Airport Terminal.
From US$119.19 per night - Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,458 reviews
The Saracens Head, an old coaching inn, situated just 5 miles from London Stansted airport in Great Dunmow.
From US$97.03 per night
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Roydon Marina Village Hotel
Hotel in RoydonCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviewsRoydon Marina Village Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Roydon Rail Station, which has direct links to Stratford Rail Station.
From US$107.81 per night- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,731 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$95.22 per night The Cherry Tree Rochford
Hotel in RochfordCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 478 reviewsLocated 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$119.19 per night- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 884 reviews
Located on the beachfront in Clacton-on-Sea, The Royal Hotel - Clacton On Sea features a bar.
From US$104.86 per night - Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 758 reviews
Set in a beautiful 15th-century building, White Hart Hotel boasts a courtyard terrace and a traditional restaurant.
From US$96.42 per night Pacific Hotel
Hotel in Clacton-on-SeaCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviewsPacific Hotel is situated on the beachfront in Clacton-on-Sea, 16 km from Alresford and 27 km from Colchester Castle.
From US$84.37 per nightThe George
Hotel in CavendishCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviewsThe 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$115.71 per nightOyster Fleet Hotel
Hotel in Canvey IslandCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 7.4Good - What previous guests thought, 1,499 reviewsSituated 17 km from Adventure Island, Oyster Fleet Hotel offers 2-star accommodation in Canvey Island and has a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.
From US$100.44 per night
Hotels in Essex that you can book without a credit card
2 bedroom Mini Lodge Caravan at Coopers Beach Holiday Park
Hotel in East MerseaNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 9.8Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews2 bedroom Mini Lodge Caravan at Coopers Beach Holiday Park has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in East Mersea.
Green Man by Chef & Brewer Collection
Hotel in HarlowNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,193 reviewsLocated 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$126.55 per nightGreenwoods Hotel & Spa
Hotel in StockNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 193 reviewsThis restored 17th-century manor house in large gardens has a bistro restaurant and a spa with 20-metre indoor pool, a gym, steam rooms, saunas and treatments.
From US$348.19 per night911 Caravan
Hotel in Saint OsythNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 5.5Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviewsFeaturing 4-star accommodation, 911 Caravan is situated in Saint Osyth, 49 km from Freeport Braintree and 13 km from Alresford.
Great Blunts Stables - Stock Brook Manor Golf Club
Hotel in BillericayNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 6.3Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 18 reviewsLocated 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.
Donkey & buskins
Hotel in Layer de la HayeNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 reviewSet 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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- From US$195.52 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviewsCarl and Joan are very friendly and accommodating host. They respond really well and find solution to our requests. The apartment is clean, comfortable and cozy. All amenities like bedding, towels, pillows for 3 people are available. There are also water sports activities directly by the lake.I will highly recommend to stay here when you visit Gosfield.Guest review byPauline DianneGermany
- From US$98.35 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 1,435 reviewsEverything! 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 byManaidUnited Kingdom
- From US$153.34 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,307 reviewsEverything was great at this hotel. Highly recommend the restaurant for breakfast and dinner, the friendly staff, the clean and spacious rooms. Parking is right behind the hotel for 12£ for 24h. The hotel is situated right at the center of the town.Guest review byMagdalenaAustria
- From US$174.10 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 9.7Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 270 reviewsJustin, our host, was communicative and helpful. The location was PERFECT! Close to the main street and the beach. The room was also PERFECT and we loved it... size, comfort, amenities... lovely!Guest review byDianeCanada
- From US$96.42 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 758 reviewsThe rooms were absolutely amazing. They were all different with beautiful beams exposed in some and all very spacious. The bar and restaurant were fabulous and staff very friendly and professional.Guest review bymargaretIreland
- From US$96.42 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 6.5Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,255 reviewsThe night concierge was amazing. He told us about the history of the hotel and showed us around. All the staff were amazing and the location was perfect. And we believe we saw a ghost 😁Guest review byKamilaUnited Kingdom
- From US$128.70 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,801 reviewsThe Hotel is well located and has plenty of parking. The staff were very friendly, rooms are comfortable and the showers are decent.Guest review byAndrewSouth Africa
- From US$239.72 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,045 reviewsIt was my second visit , the spa is fantastic and very good value … nice clean comfortable rooms and very relaxed atmosphereGuest review bySarahUnited Kingdom
- From US$126.55 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,193 reviewsRooms are nice and comfortable, with all the essentials. Staff friendly. Having the pub attached was great.Guest review byMarkNew Zealand
- From US$104.86 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 884 reviewsBreakfast was excellent, location is very good and staff are friendly and helpful and second to none 😀Guest review byO'DriscollIreland
- From US$87.05 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 4.9Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1,303 reviewsThe facilities were useful with free wifi and usb ports for smartphones/tablets, etc.Guest review byRobinHungary
- From US$105.80 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 5.7Passable - What previous guests thought, 111 reviewsThe service was great and the rooms are clean and it's nice and quite hereGuest review byBenUnited Kingdom
- From US$169.41 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 623 reviewsVery friendly team with excellent service and great comfortable roomGuest review byTaraGuernsey
- From US$95.22 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,731 reviewsVery nice people there. Lovely breakfast. Everything clean.Guest review bySlávkaCzech Republic
- From US$107.81 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviewsThe staff was so lovely. The rooms were b8g and comfortableGuest review byAugusteIreland
- From US$126.55 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 1,135 reviewsHotel location is perfect, comfortable bed, very cozyGuest review byAndreaHungary
- From US$144.63 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,497 reviewsClean bright reception and good sized bedroomGuest review byJulieUnited Kingdom
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I liked the gym facilities which had a range of exercise...
I liked the gym facilities which had a range of exercise options. Overall the hotel is ideally located next to the airport terminal and is the perfect place to prepare for or recuperate from a long flight.Guest review byFrancis JohnUnited Kingdom - 4.0
Alvento are very polite in their communication and when you...
Alvento are very polite in their communication and when you call the help line and have properties in 27 locations in the UK ! The house itself was OK , but I was not impressed with the sparsity of equipment in the property, nor the service provided by the property host , I will only be leaving a 1 star review , and that is for the charming dressing table and stool in the master bedroom ,Guest review byColinUnited 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 byOmaUnited 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 byPeterUnited Kingdom - 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 byAnonymous - 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 byRobertUnited 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 byGeorgeUnited 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 byJulieAustralia - 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 byPaulineUnited Kingdom - 6.0
The Abbey and grounds were wonderful and we loved walking...
The Abbey and grounds were wonderful and we loved walking along the river. The town itself was very disappointing. Most shops on the high street had closed down and it felt very rundown and beyond its best.Guest review byBeckyUnited Kingdom
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