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65 hotels
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22 hotels
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91 hotels
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The Mistley Thorn
Located in Mistley, 26 miles from Hedingham Castle, The Mistley Thorn has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.
Talbooth House & Spa
Located in Dedham, 21 miles from Hedingham Castle, Talbooth House & Spa has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
The Courthouse Inn
Located in Colchester, 23 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
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
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.
Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport
Featuring a bar, Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport is located in Stansted Mountfitchet in the Essex region, 5.7 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station and 13 miles from Audley End House.
GreyFriars
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.
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
Located 25 minutes’ drive from London Stansted Airport, the Holiday Inn Express Harlow is enclosed by various shopping and leisure facilities.
Lifehouse Spa And Hotel
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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,202 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Essex
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,957 reviewsPopular with guests booking hotels in Essex
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,544 reviews
Essex's best hotels with breakfast
Lifehouse Spa And Hotel
Hotel in Frinton-on-SeaBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,070 reviewsThis 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.
From $283.37 per nightHoliday Inn Basildon by IHG
Hotel in BasildonBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,052 reviewsOverlooking 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.
From $194.02 per nightMarygreen Manor
Hotel in BrentwoodBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,200 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 $180.33 per night- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 16,930 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 $154.97 per night - Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 21,573 reviews
Featuring 3 international restaurants, the Radisson Blu is just a 2-minute walk from Stansted Airport Terminal.
From $155.92 per night - Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,487 reviews
The Saracens Head, an old coaching inn, located just 5 miles from London Stansted airport in Great Dunmow.
From $133.82 per night Green Man by Chef & Brewer Collection
Hotel in HarlowBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,172 reviewsLocated 16 mi from Stansted Airport and just minutes from the M11/M25, this refurbished 14th century former coaching inn now offers comfortable en suite accommodations in this quiet village.
From $115.93 per nightHoliday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
Hotel in BraintreeBreakfast optionsScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,957 reviewsLocated on the edge of Braintree town center, the Holiday Inn Express is just 12 miles from Stansted Airport.
From $145.08 per night
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- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,544 reviews
Located in Colchester, Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From $146.43 per night Roydon Marina Village Hotel
Hotel in RoydonCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,163 reviewsRoydon Marina Village Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Roydon Rail Station, which has direct links to Stratford Rail Station.
From $143.45 per night- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,773 reviews
This property is on the Tendring Peninsula, located on the coastal road, providing cliff top views.The property features a garden and a terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout.
From $96.40 per night - Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,202 reviews
In a quiet village setting, just off the A12, outside the ancient Roman town of Colchester, this modern hotel offers great value with free parking and an indoor pool.
From $164.06 per night - Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Located in Coggeshall and within 6.1 miles of Freeport Braintree, Ranfield's Brasserie Hotel Rooms has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From $122.03 per night The Woolpack Inn
Hotel in CoggeshallCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 332 reviewsLocated in Coggeshall, 6.3 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Woolpack Inn provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi.
From $136.94 per nightThe Kings Arms
Hotel in CoggeshallCheap hotelScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 586 reviewsLocated 8.4 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Kings Arms offers 3-star accommodations in Coggeshall and has a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar.
From $149.14 per night- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 773 reviews
Set in a beautiful 15th-century building, White Hart Hotel features a courtyard terrace and a traditional restaurant.
From $115.93 per night
Hotels in Essex you can book without a credit card
Talbooth House & Spa
Hotel in DedhamNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 172 reviewsLocated in Dedham, 21 miles from Hedingham Castle, Talbooth House & Spa has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
From $351.17 per night2 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, 30 reviews2 bedroom Mini Lodge Caravan at Coopers Beach Holiday Park has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in East Mersea.
Creeksea Place Barns
Hotel in Burnham-on-CrouchNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviewsLocated in Burnham-on-Crouch, within 20 miles of Chelmsford Train Station and 23 miles of Hylands Park, Creeksea Place Barns provides accommodations with a fitness center and free WiFi throughout the...
From $142.36 per night911 Caravan
Hotel in Saint OsythNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 5.5Fair - What previous guests thought, 2 reviewsFeaturing 4-star accommodations, 911 Caravan is located in Saint Osyth, a 8-minute walk from St. Osyth Beach and 30 miles from Freeport Braintree.
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, 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.
Donkey & buskins
Hotel in Layer de la HayeNo credit card neededLocated in Layer de la Haye, 16 miles from Freeport Braintree, Donkey & buskins has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
From $129.35 per night
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- From $112.02 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 1,428 reviewsThe staff were exceptionally friendly, all three women working reception the evening and morning of our stay were so lovely and helpful and pleasant! Whoever watches over the messaging system was efficient and quick even when messaging outside of business hours with a question. All facilities were clean and easily accessible! Staff made it more than just a night away and I never mentioned it being my birthday but staff must have noticed in my information and even gave me a birthday card! The little things such as kindness and helpfulness and attention to detail was what made it special!Guest review byToni-TamarUnited Kingdom
- From $197.95 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 156 reviewsAs soon as we got to The property overlooking the lake it was amazing . We were so hungry and right in front was a shack doing the best bacon butties & more coffee tea cakes etc Carl was great , it had everything there for us as we were attending a wedding at Gosfield Hall . Water & milk & cereals provided tea coffee etc . The bed was amazingly comfortable. It was perfect for us I didn’t want to leaveGuest review byJuliaUnited Kingdom
- From $146.43 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,544 reviewsIt's in the process of being switched from a Best Western to a Marriott and what a job they're doing. It's spotless, comfortable, great gym and pool and if you lucky enough to be greeted by Rosie and Mariam who are absolutely fantastic at what they do then your set. These two members of staff are the best example of customer service.Guest review byTonyUnited Kingdom
- From $96.40 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,773 reviewsThe breakfast was superb we got a discount as a Black Friday so definitely worth the money. The hotel was decorated for Christmas and looked lovely. The staff very friendly, and the room was very small with only 1 chair but at the price I paid it of £55.30 was very reasonable.Guest review byLesleyUnited Kingdom
- From $202.70 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviewsRelaxed friendly atmosphere. Staff very helpful. Excellent location close to the beach. Very dog friendly, I stayed here with my daughter and our two well behaved spaniels. Mersea Island beaches are dog friendly all year and the Victory is a perfect location for beach walks.Guest review byMeloneyUnited Kingdom
- From $115.93 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,172 reviewsEverything was great. Nice hotel, clean cozy room, good breakfast, super helpful staff throughout at reception, dining areas, bar. Lovely outside space to sit for drinks/food when the weather is good.Guest review byNeilIreland
- From $176.26 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 9.7Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 270 reviewsLovely little hideaway for a night's stay to get away from the hustle and bustle! Really comfy room and facilities, quiet and peaceful, which was just what we needed! Thank you so much!Guest review byKatieUnited Kingdom
- From $134.23 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 838 reviewsA family friendly hotel attached to a Greek Restaurant serving (mouth watering food) and bang on the sea front. What more could we ask for.Guest review bySerifeUnited Kingdom
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,314 reviewsThe room was fabulous and spacious x the staff that were on over Christmas were very friendly and made a brilliant Christmas experience xGuest review bySandraUnited Kingdom
- From $283.37 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,070 reviewsLuxury resort at Thorpe le Soken. Excellent grounds with quiet walks and pretty settings. Good shower, good breakfast but can be busy.Guest review byRobinUnited States
- From $115.93 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 773 reviewsAll Staff were second to none. We have stayed at hundreds of hotels and this was well up there, brilliant!Guest review byMichaelUnited Kingdom
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5Good - What previous guests thought, 1,172 reviewsFrom start to finish the service was excellent and facilities amazing, suited all of our needs. Thank youGuest review byMatt PageUnited Kingdom
- From $88.13 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 4.8Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1,318 reviewsI like everything about the Hotel so nice, so excellent 👌 😌 I will like to lodge there againGuest review byCharles IgbinedionGermany
- From $143.45 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,163 reviewsThe area is lovely, staff where pleasant enough had all that we needed.Guest review byHannahUnited Kingdom
- From $115.93 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 6.5Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,254 reviewsthe staff is so friendly the building is lovely perfect locationGuest review bySARA SOFIAGermany
- From $130.30 per nightScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,815 reviewsLovely staff lovely bar lovely roomGuest review byKellyUnited Kingdom
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It is what it is.
It is what it is. We enjoy staying there for the pool and associated facilities and obviously the location in respect to the airport. If the rates were a little cheaper for parking we might park there as well but.......Guest review byAndyUnited 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 bywolfgangGermany - 8.0
Clacton pier was great for children the beach was clean and...
Clacton pier was great for children the beach was clean and there was a few toilets locally which was good. Car parking is dotted around that’s free for a couple of hours but paid car parking is expensiveGuest review byMarieUnited 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 byLewis - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 10.0
Lovely town.
Lovely town. You have plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants. We particularly liked the Solero Lounge. Everyone in the shops and eateries was pleasant and friendly. We loved Hythe quay. We booked a trip round the river Blackwater on a Thames Barge. It was a cold morning but we still enjoyed it.Guest review byPhilipUnited Kingdom
