Belsteads Farm Lane, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, CM3 3PT, United Kingdom
#6 of 42 hotels in Chelmsford
Guests' ChoiceBased on 624 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Location
8.9
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: March 22, 2024
Louise
United KingdomWould have been 10/10 if you could have a "proper" machine-made coffee included with the breakfast as opposed to the coffee containers.
The room had the basic amenities we needed. Lovely spacious and modern bathroom with a huge bath. Comfortable bed. The breakfast was one of the best I've seen any hotel offer in recent times. Daniel in the coffee shop was fantastic and the receptionists were friendly and welcoming. I'd recommended staying here. Great that parking was free and plentiful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 21, 2024
Anne
United Kingdomterrible lumpy pillows
beautifully renovated buildings very friendly helpful people convenient cafe for supper and breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 20, 2024
Emma
United KingdomWe were disappointed with the dinner. The starter music bread was inedible. I’m not really sure what it was supposed to be. It was very greasy and think cold cheese. The bread was rock hard and chewy. The burgers were ok. For the standard of the restaurant we were expecting better. But they were quite dry.
Room was beautiful, clean and comfy. We liked the selection and amount of tea and coffee offered in the room. Location is beautiful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Jay
United KingdomLovely room
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
David
United KingdomNothing - all was 5 star.
There is nothing not to like… from the incredible rooms, which literally have everything you need, to the amazing staff- especially Gary! it really is a fantastic space and the decor in the rooms and brasserie is country chic! Everyone should try this place, you wont be disappointed.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 10, 2024
A
NetherlandsSince the hotel is situated at the edge of relatively new housing, there really isn't anything in walking distance like a local pub, supermarket or other facilities. By car everything was super reachable.
Very friendly staff that made the say memorable, the Rosewood suite was a dream to stay in and is spacious and luxurious for the price. Breakfast was served a la carte (on weekdays) and was an amazing quality for something that was included in the stay.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 9, 2024
Ekow
United KingdomThe night porter was a bit full on, but was pleasant and polite nonetheless
The accommodation was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 3, 2024
Eric
United KingdomNothing
Nice and modern
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 28, 2024
Sarah
United KingdomVery comfortable stay at Channels Hotel The rooms are large and have all the amenities Large bath and everything was clean Staff were all extremely friendly Would definitely stay again
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 27, 2024
Graham
United KingdomN/A
The staff very helpful The rooms and location was beautiful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 27, 2024
Julie
United KingdomEverything was perfect
The room was amazing. Many thoughtful extras. Breakfast was delicious. Exceptional value for money
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Tom
United Kingdomnothing
CHeck in was easy, room was lovely and clean, bed was comfy, shower was AMAZING and the breakfast was absolutely sublime
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 24, 2024
Joanna
United KingdomWould like to have another chair or armchair to sit. Bit dusty
Nice bathroom,and excellent breakfast
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 20, 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomThe food was ok but could be better. It was a shame there was no food service after 8.30pm.
Service was excellent. Very helpful and friendly staff especially the night duty manager and the restaurant front of house. The rooms were very nicely designed and comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 17, 2024
Christopher
United KingdomVery poor breakfast Outdated TV Would have been nice for my wife to have a relaxing bath if the lights were dimmable
The bed was amazingly comfortable, with a good size bathroom
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 6, 2024
Martin
United KingdomReception not always manned. Poor access road, tyre punctured on pothole
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 5, 2024
Lara
United Kingdomnothing, perfect little place so much nicer then a big hotel
Fantastic location, beautiful room with bags of character
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: January 27, 2024
Tracy
United KingdomWas perfect
The hotel was amazing beautiful area friendly staff food was amazing 5star I’m definitely going back
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 20, 2024
Matt
United KingdomNothing.
Lovely venue, felt very private & I loved how the little bungalows were outside. Made it feel not like a hotel
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 8, 2024
Michelle
United KingdomNothing to complain about.
Beautiful,comfortable hotel. Really fast check in and out. Room was spotless. Bed was really comfortable and massive. Lots of nice touches like an umbrella,clothes brush,robes.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 16, 2023
Stephen
United KingdomBreakfast was very good bacon was over done but otherwise excellent
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 14, 2023
Darren
United KingdomMattress was hard and pillows were uncomfortable
Spacious room
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 12, 2023
Amanda
United KingdomThere is nothing to dislike.
The property is beautiful
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 3, 2023
Monika
United KingdomOriginal features
Lovely room
Stayed in November 2023
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