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CambridgeClimber
@CambridgeClimber
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2022
Excellent stay ay airport hotel
"It's hard to fault it - check-in was easy, room was spacious and spotless, the bar/restaurant menu was reasonable and the free buffet breakfast offered a great choice and was open from 04.00."
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emo e
@emo e
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2022
Great location very good hospitality from the reception specially Sumita was very helpful
"Great location hotel Been lovely view from our room Lovely and friendly hospitality from reception specially Sumita Who make sure to provide the right room for us an answer all questions Definitely I recommend it..."
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#2 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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GJM
@DogMummySN
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2022
Such an enjoyable experience
"Here for an event, and once again a clean, comfortable room, good food, but what makes this hotel outstanding is the staff…they all seem to really care that we are well looked after and are as happy with everythin..."
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#3 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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#4 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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malc0lmwebster
@malc0lmwebster
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2023
Perfect hotel near Stansted
"Perfect stay everything spotless book in was a breeze, room clean, bathroom had a bath and shower - spotless, had a breakfast bar but had an early flight from Stansted so couldn't sample the breakfast, grounds rel..."
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#5 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Safari711712
@Safari711712
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2022
Amazing hotel with faultless service and fabulous food
"Such a fantastic stay, beautiful room with sea view , fabulous evening meal with fresh fish and a really imaginative menu , superb breakfast and impeccable service, we cant fault this place , its amazing."
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Andrea K
@327andreak
Reviewed on 18 May 2023
Good stop off location
"Great welcome greetings from Maddie, which was much appreciated 😄 thank you so much Really nice clean and comfy spacious room, lovely bed."
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#7 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Midnight1971
@Midnight1971
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2022
Pre Flight Stay
"... with shower gel etc and tea/coffee making facilities.Meal was lovely too, we were acknowledged as members and received a lovely birthday glass of fizz each aswell as a room overlooking the amazing wine tower."
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#8 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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TQ3
@TQ3
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2023
Excellent stay - very comfortable modern room, great air conditioning, good breakfast and all at a competitive price
"Excellent stay - very comfortable modern room, great air conditioning, good breakfast and all at a competitive price"
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#9 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Sandy McNamara
@sandymcnamara10
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2022
Sandy&len
"The room was clean on arrival all staff very helpful and made us feel very welcome Dani on reception was very knowledgeable about the area and gave us advice on places to visit and best places to eat."
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#10 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Small Hotel
molinda18
@molinda18
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2021
First Class Travelodge
"Excellent service from staff around, room was very clean and comfortable, we will use again on another trip down, thank you for making our stay first class, can highly recommend anyone looking for accommodation in..."
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Fearless802506
@Fearless802506
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2023
Stayed due to rail stroke a life saver
"Excellent room pre flight clean quiet good for shuttle quiet bar and eating area or if you prefer a mcdonald short walk away or m and s petrol station with grocery area so cheaper staff very helpful excellent for..."
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Amlan R
@490amlanr
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2023
Excellent short break away from London. Highly recommend it for couples/family
"View overlooked the Brasserie and the lovely cricket and football grounds of the University of Essex at Wivenhoe campus Great large bedroom and a huge bathroom well organized with walk in tropical shower features,..."
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aldoushouselodge
@aldoushouselodge
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2023
travel lodge
"Good comfortable room with great bed and pillows ,friendly staff, with free endless tea and coffee ..And all at a very good competitive price .Easy to find, but best look at a map or sat nav to be on the right sid..."
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Michele W
@665michelew
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2023
Lovely comfortable stay
"Had a lovely stay for 2 nights the staff can’t do enough for you, the room was very clean and comfortable, we ate breakfast and dinner in the onsite cafe which we enjoyed plenty of choice and dinner was good value..."
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#15 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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KB Mrs
@134kerriec
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2021
Staff were awesome. Wee gem of a hotel
"Our room was super clean and not sure I have ever slept so well in a bed other than my own but we had a cracker of a room and super comfy bed."
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#16 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Gregorio A
@gregorioa744
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2024
Good place 100%
"Good place in the city centre of Southend on Sea, near to Hight Street, supermarkets, shopping centres, Cinema, restorants, bus stops, Bus station, trains stations, so, the room was clean and confortable, really g..."
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#17 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Mandi B
@Mandi B
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2022
Really lovely mid week break!
"Our room was spacious, bed very comfy, lovely big powerful shower and aircon which was very welcoming, although we did also have lovely big windows that we could open right up."
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#18 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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c11shy
@c11shy
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2020
Quieter than I expected
"Quick check in. Expected noise both inside and outside on a Friday night but nothing was forthcoming. Very inexpensive stopover with plenty of food and drink options in the motorway services.Parking is obviously a..."
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#20 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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simmondssarah
@simmondssarah
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2023
Perfect little underdog
"Room clean and cute notes updating you on facilities due to weather (duvet in wardrobe, window open and room kept cool) Room wasn’t topped up with supplies but easily obtained from reception, great cocktail makers..."
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#21 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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#22 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Lavender900
@Lavender900
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2023
quiet and comfy room
"good location, comfortable room, friendly staff, convenient for coast, shopping village, restaurant, supermarkets."
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#23 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Laura D
@lauradK4946CO
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2022
Lovely long weekend stay
"Lovely and helpful staff, lovely, clean and spacious room, breakfast was delicious and there was quite a few choices."
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#24 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Leanne C
@Anniecshine83
Reviewed on 12 May 2022
wonderful!!
"I stayed at the hotel for a long weekend while visiting a friend who lives in the area, room was clean, staff were great, friendly and couldn't do enough."
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#25 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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johnpw1
@johnpw1
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2022
Relaxing break with a trip to see Chicago musical
"The room was clean with a super view over the estuary, breakfast was lovely with a good selection of options and all the staff we encountered were welcoming and helpful."
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#26 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Small Hotel
Raymond B
@RJFreviewer
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2023
Comfortable Family Room
"Comfortable Family Room"
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#27 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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RON D
@Ron D
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2022
Nice
"Lady on reception was very efficient, the room was good value for the money, very clean room quiet would use it again ."
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#28 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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sampope2006
@sampope2006
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2022
Clean but hot a noisey
"The room was nicely decorated and as a hotel housekeeper myself I have to say the room was VERY CLEAN!!"
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#29 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
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Small Hotel
martyn coe
@ryancomet
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2020
Bad State of repairs in the Bathroom
"Room was ok, however there were far too many negatives to ever what to stay there again.
There was a broken Electrical socket that the kettle was plugged into, this is very dangerous and illegal.
There was no hot..."
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#30 Best Value of 659 places to stay in Essex
Essex Hotels Information
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Hotels near the sights
- Colchester ZooColchester Zoo is constantly developing and has won many awards for its work. With over 270 species to see, set in 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes, Colchester Zoo is well worth a visit. As you walk around the zoo there's plenty of play areas to try out including the indoor soft play area Jungle Tumble with a section for under 3s and all new play equipment where the kids can release their wild side! New enclosures include a walk through enclosure with butterflies and another with Rainbow Lorikeets offering visitors a chance to feed them a treat of nectar. Plus there's 'Bears of the Rising Sun', a state of the art enclosure which houses two beautiful sun bears , Jo Jo and Srey Ya. You can also come face to face with Komodo Dragons, see white rhino, giraffes, ostrich and kudu roaming together at Kingdom of the Wild and walk underwater through the 24m tunnel at the Playa Patagonia sealion pool. Learn more about the animals and see them up close by watching one of the 50 daily displays. You even get the fantastic opportunity to feed the elephants and giraffes yourself and take a ride on the 'Lost Madagascar Express' road train! Don't forget to pop into the discovery centre and have a go at handling some unusual bugs or get your face painted and transform yourself into your favourite animal!Read more
- Adventure IslandAdventure Island Fun Park is the U.K's No.1 FREE ADMISSION Fun Park. Situated on Southend-on-Sea's famous seafront we have over 40 fabulous rides and attractions including the outrageous RAGE roller coaster! You don't pay to enter, you ride the rides with our great value all day ride bands, or visit everyday that we are open with our annual pass membership.Read more
- Old MacDonald's FarmThere’s so much fun to be had at Old MacDonald’s Farm & Fun Park, whatever the weather. The farm is packed with family rides & amusements & we are always adding something new. So come and have some fun :) Rides include our Doggy Dog roller coaster, Tractor rides, Giant slides, sand pits, crazy barn, Pony adventures ride & more!!! We’ve two indoor soft play areas your kids can have fun in, while you grab yourself a cuppa and something to nibble on. We also have lots of outdoor play areas to keep them entertained. We’ve over 30 different species of animals here; including meerkats, pigs, wallabies, rabbits, ponies, cows, sheep, horses, reindeer, alpacas, donkey. You can also see our wonderful Annie the European Eagle Owl & many more!!! On the outskirts of Brentwood, we are conveniently located just off the Jct. 28 of the M25, within easy reach of all of Essex, East London, Hertfordshire & Kent. Old MacDonald's Farm is a Visitor assured accredited & an award winning attraction.Read more
- Princes TheatreConstructed in 1931, the Princes Theatre is an impressive purpose built theatre, with an 820 seat auditorium. With modern retractable tiered seating and large proscenium arched stage the flexibility of this venue is limited only by imagination. The Princes Theatre plays host to many celebrity acts.Read more
- Colchester Castle MuseumColchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Temple of Claudius, built when Colchester was the first Roman capital of Britain, the Castle Museum today reveals many fascinating layers of history to visitors. Archaeological collections of international quality covering 2,500 years of history are beautifully showcased, including of the most important Roman finds in BritainRead more
- Marsh FarmMarsh Farm Animal Adventure Park, Acres of Magical Fun for Everyone! Marsh Farm is set in over 30 acres of beautiful farm land surrounded by 300 acres of country park on the edge of the River Crouch. When arriving you will be handed an itinerary of the days activities. Meet all your farmyard friends and cuddle the pets. Then sample some of our delicious freshly prepared food, play in our extensive indoor and outdoor play areas or bounce on our huge bouncy pillows. Plus, enjoy one of the amazing shows or challenge the kids to a round of 18 hole crazy golf!Read more
- Castle ParkColchester's distinctive heritage is nowhere more apparent than in Castle Park. A site of national importance, this Victorian Park contains evidence of 2000 years of history and is a landscape moulded by the people of Colchester over many eras.Castle Park not only encompasses much of Colchester's rich heritage within its boundaries but is much loved and used as a part of present day life. It boasts over 1 million visitors a year. Providing a green oasis in the town centre, you can sit, walk, enjoy music, play games, or picnic amongst wonderful flowers and trees. Its horticulture is award-winning and the park has long been a superb venue for the town's big events.The park itself is designated Grade II on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in England.Read more
- Audley End House and GardensBuilt by the first Earl of Suffolk, Lord Treasurer to James I, this Jacobean-style house is one of the most magnificent of its type in England.Read more
- Green Island GardensRecommended in Great British Gardens 2019 and Essex Days out as well as visit Essex. Featured in Country Life Feb 2019, The English Garden Feb 2021 and Nov 2021. In 2023, we have also become an RHS partner garden as well! 20 acres of professionally designed gardens within woodland destroyed by the 1987 Hurricane. Now laid out with terrace, Japanese garden, seaside garden, water gardens, gravel garden and extensive woodland gardens. It's a plantsman's paradise with a host of unusual plants in all seasons often borderline hardiness thriving in the unique island microclimate. Special highlights include, snowdrops, Bluebells and Azaleas in May and spectacular Autumn colour. National collections of Hamamelis, and Autumn and Winter flowering Camellias. Nursery, Tearooms, Events & Courses Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 5pm, or dusk which ever is earlier.Read more
- Beth Chatto's Plants & GardensThe inspirational, award-winning and world-renowned gardens of 'the most influential gardener of our time' Beth Chatto OBE VMH. Beth took on a challenging site in the 1960s, which was boggy in places, incredibly dry and infertile in others, and began to create the most beautiful garden, based on her principles of ecological and sustainable planting 'Right plant, right place'; growing plants where they are happiest. With her team, Beth transformed the land into various informal gardens comprising the Gravel Garden, Water Garden, Reservoir Garden, Woodland Garden and Scree Garden. 7.5 acres of sustainable planting in challenging growing conditions to inspire any gardener or plant lover. Extensive nursery with choice of over 2,000 different kinds of mainly herbaceous plants and bulbs, plus giftshop and tearoom serving locally sourced light refreshments. Entry to tearoom, gift shop and nursery is free. Entry to the gardens must be rebooked online.Read more
Frequently Asked Questions about Essex hotels
- Colchester Boutique Hotel, Prested Hall, and Travelodge Colchester Feering are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near Colchester Zoo. See the full list: Hotels near Colchester Zoo.
- Popular hotels close to Adventure Island include The Last Post, Seven Hotel, and Terrace Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Adventure Island.
- Popular luxury hotels in Essex include GreyFriars, Le Bouchon Brasserie Hotel, and Park Hall. See the full list: Essex Luxury Hotels.
- Popular hotels close to Heathrow Airport include Crowne Plaza London Heathrow T4, an IHG Hotel, Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel, and London Heathrow Marriott Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Heathrow Airport.
- A few of the most popular hotels near Old MacDonald's Farm are Devonshire Hotel, Marygreen Manor Hotel, and Travelodge London Romford. See the full list: Hotels near Old MacDonald's Farm.
- Some of the most popular pet-friendly hotels in Essex are Chudleigh, Alma Inn, and Roslin Beach Hotel. See the full list: Pet Friendly Hotels in Essex.
- Popular cheap hotels in Essex include Camelia Hotel, Pontlands Park, and Travelodge Colchester Feering. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Essex.
- Prested Hall, Greenwoods Hotel & Spa, and Orsett Hall Hotel, Restaurant & Spa have a spa and received excellent reviews from travellers in Essex. See the full list: Spa Hotels in Essex.
- Chudleigh, Alma Inn, and Roslin Beach Hotel all received great reviews from families travelling in Essex. See the full list: Family Hotels Essex.
- Popular hotels by the beach in Essex include Roslin Beach Hotel, Camelia Hotel, and The Sandrock. See the full list: Essex Beach Hotels.
- Alma Inn, Roslin Beach Hotel, and Colchester Boutique Hotel received great reviews from travellers looking for a romantic hotel in Essex. See the full list: Romantic Hotels Essex.