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Review score

Based on 58 hotel reviews

5.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    5.9

  • Comfort

    5.8

  • Location

    7.4

  • Facilities

    5.8

  • Staff

    7.1

  • Value for money

    6.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    4.0
    Great location, but noisy and unpleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The noise within the accommodation was so bad that it was impossible to sleep. The rooms whilst raseonably clean could do with a deep clean and the bathrooms need a really good clean

    The staff were friendly and polite

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Got a call soon after booking to confirm stay, was told 9.30 latest check in time even tho the site said 10.30 brought it up with host and he was fine with us coming later, was very friendly on arrival, the room was comfortable, we had a problem with our TV signal, we told him he came and looked but said it was the weather messing it up, also the towels provided were only hand towels (good job I'm small) but they did the job.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    5.0
    Noisy neighbours
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn't a desk so you cannot do work or use your laptop. The lighting is poor. You'll strain your eyes to read. Also there wasn't any soundproof walls. You could hear people two streets away. There was constant noise from the evening arrived till all night long I presume. Therefore I was unable to read a book. Luckily I'm a deep sleeper. As soon as I woke up at 5am, there was more noise.

    I found it available at short notice. Also the staff was friendly. The place was clean and tidy. The internet connection is strong.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2021

    4.0
    very scruffy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    needs cleaning

    close to train

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2021

    5.0
    Passable
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to sea

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2021

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Working kettle

    Place was nice and clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful and friendly. Would stay again only downside was kettle did not work but unsure if staff knew. Was a very very clean and nice place. Definitely worth the money

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2021

    6.0
    Cheap and cheerful place great value, basic clean rooms, friendly accommodating management.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Communal kitchen area smelled of cigarettes and the bin was over flowing needed emptying. But that is my only criticism of the place.

    Very friendly and accommodating management. The hotel is clean and feels safe. Good family hotel, the rooms are a little dated and basic but they are clean and comfortable. Definitely great value for this location compared to far inferior places that charge a lot more.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    7.0
    Pleasant stay perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Broken wardrobe and drawers

    Needs updating location perfect bed surprisingly comfy

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was not much to like about this property.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    1.0
    Absolutely dire
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleanliness

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Non stop People in out till 5 o’clock morning

    Is bed non stop People cam in out till 5 o’clock morning

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2023

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel needs total renovation, the shower room lights not working, toilet flush very hard to use, my kids couldn't flush on their own, in fact the toilet need to be changed. The bedside table needs to be disposed of. The kettle is broken as well. I regret staying in the hotel with my kids 😪 😕 😒 😩 Apart from the great location near the beach, nothing good to write about.

    The location is great

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    prize

    setting

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2022

    8.0
    Awesome !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    we had the attic room but we are young and fit so it was fine for us but for somebody less able it might be difficult land the door didn’t lock or really even shut from the inside.

    first of all, the property is literally a few mins walk from away from the stop before Southend (I forgot what it’s called 😬 we had a lovely welcome and was taken to our room and given a fan which was awesome because it was hot. very comfortable bed, we had a lovely sleep. everything’s was clean and it was very relaxed. we loved it. yea and coffee provided

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2022

    7.0
    A small unpretentious hotel in an excellent location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything fine, thank you.

    This is a very well located small hotel. The facilities are basic but they were all clean and tidy.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2022

    1.0
    Awful. Dont go.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are DISGUSTING Spiders all over the bed,NO HOT WATER I felt dirty beyond belief after being there. Only reason I didn't leave is because I had no where else to go. So left asap at 6am. Stains everywhere. I cant even describe how disgusting the room was. The photos dont even show its worst. There was people arguing in the room next door until 4am. People smoking out the window all night even though it was a no smoking property I couldn't sleep as the bed was to dirty. I just sat on my coat all night. The front door was left wide open all night which was scary as anyone could walk in.

    I liked the location. That's as far as it goes. The location was ideal. The guy who welcomed us was also friendly and was pleasant to deal with.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2022

    1.0
    Nothing like the pictures
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dirty Unclean bedding Dirty walls and bathroom The street was littered with rubbish and household items like a mattress Broken furniture Drug bags and cigarettes ontop of a canvass picture All felt very unsafe

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    QUIET TUCKED AWAY DISCREET LOCATION

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2022

    7.0
    good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    good place

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2021

    7.0
    Convenient very good value not to busy
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Have used this place before it may not be 5 star but for the price you pay it is very good value

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2021

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All of it, it was cold and dirty.their were 3 rooms that was let out to some very rough couples who were arguing most of the night and slamming doors.we never slept much 1st night.the wiring to the telly was much to be desired hanging every where. That place should never be in your portfolio.how do the inspectors pass this place I did take a video of the room if you wanted me to send it to you. Sorry for the very bad feedback just putting you in the picture so you know.the whole hotel wants shutting down and a complete decorating inside and out.the pictures on the web site did it no justice.

    The Asian gentleman who booked us in was very helpful

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2021

    8.0
    Clean comfy and hot powerful showers. Great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Another pillow and a blanket would have been good. But I didn't ask for one, it was acceptable. I'm.sure they would have gladly provided if I'd asked.

    Its £40 a night. Clean comfy beds and hot powerful showers. Great location and WiFi too. Also let me charge my electric car whilst parked (3 pin plug, they don't have a dedicated car charger)

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2021

    3.0
    Overnight shelter with basics - tv, private shower, kettle which i had to sanitise/clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed linen looked very worn, duvet and pillows were tatty. Bedroom door lock was dodgy. Didn't find it secure. There was no bath soap in the bathroom although there was handwash at the sink. In a nutshell, it is a VERY basic guest house. Absolitely no frills!! Stairs to room were steep and winding so dangerous for a child.

    Close proximity to Westcliff station. Friendly receptionist.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2021

    8.0
    Cheap and cheerful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's cheap and cheerful. Receptionist was friendly and helpful. What more do you want for the price? It's a warm bed for the night at the end of the day.

    Stayed in September 2021

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