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The Flag

Hotel in Wivenhoe

Located in Wivenhoe, 20 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Flag provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. Clean, super friendly and delicious perfect food

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9.1
Wonderful
154 reviews
Price from
BHD 63
per night

The Courthouse Inn

Hotel in Colchester

Located in Colchester, 23 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Staff were so friendly and accommodating. Found us a last min table for dinner on a busy Saturday night.

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9
Wonderful
201 reviews
Price from
BHD 58
per night

Channels Hotel

Hotel in Chelmsford

Dating back to the 15th century, this Tudor house and converted stable block is set in the grounds of Channels Estate. Simply exceptional facilities and staff

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9.1
Wonderful
651 reviews
Price from
BHD 48
per night

The Lion Inn

Hotel in Chelmsford

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. Fantastic good selection of both hot and cold

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9.2
Wonderful
492 reviews
Price from
BHD 67
per night

Talbooth House & Spa

Hotel in Dedham

Located in Dedham, 21 miles from Hedingham Castle, Talbooth House & Spa has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. What a wonderful spot! Staff were particularly attentive And the hotel room was wonderful Bed comfy Spa treatments were excellent

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9.5
Exceptional
36 reviews
Price from
BHD 96
per night

Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

Hotel in Clacton-on-Sea

Located in Clacton-on-Sea, Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns has a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Property was spotless, beds comfortable bath really deep

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8.4
Very Good
3,015 reviews
Price from
BHD 26
per night

Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hotel in Stansted Mountfitchet

Located in Stansted Mountfitchet, 5.8 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant... Very close to the airport, great for overtime layovers. There are signs of how to get there from the airport. The staff was nice, the room was spacious and clean. The breakfast is also nice.

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8.4
Very Good
24,658 reviews
Price from
BHD 50
per night

The Bottle Kiln Wetherspoon

Hotel in Harwich

Located in Harwich, The Bottle Kiln Wetherspoon has a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. Beautifully decorated large room and bathroom - both exceptionally clean. Plenty of tea, coffee, etc. and the biggest, fluffiest bath towels! Staff very friendly and helpful. Excellent breakfast with plenty of choice.

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8.5
Very Good
1,636 reviews
Price from
BHD 27
per night

GreyFriars

Hotel in Colchester

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 lounges and the restaurant were amazing.

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8.9
Excellent
2,028 reviews
Price from
BHD 60
per night

Holiday Inn Express Harlow, an IHG Hotel

Hotel in Harlow

Located 25 minutes’ drive from London Stansted Airport, the Holiday Inn Express Harlow is enclosed by various shopping and leisure facilities. New, clean and quit place Shops and restaurants available in a 5min walk around the hotel

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8
Very Good
2,539 reviews
Price from
BHD 32
per night

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FAQs about hotels in Essex

  • There are 624 hotels in Essex you can book on Booking.com.

  • Popular places to stay in Essex include hotels near Crondon Park Golf & Country Club, Hedingham Castle, and Layer Marney Tower.

  • On average, it costs BHD 51 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Essex for tonight. You'll pay around BHD 68 on average if you stay at a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Essex will cost around BHD 66 (based on Booking.com prices).

  • Stansted Mountfitchet, Colchester, and Harlow are popular with other travelers visiting Essex.

  • Many families visiting Essex loved staying at The Lion Inn, The Flag, and Channels Hotel.

    The Mistley Thorn, The Courthouse Inn, and Wivenhoe House Hotel are also popular among family travelers.

  • Hotels in Essex that offer highly-rated breakfasts include Talbooth House & Spa, Milsoms, and The Flag.

    Breakfast at these hotels in Essex are also highly-rated: The Pier Hotel, The North Hill Hotel, and The Lion Inn.

  • Couples traveling to Essex loved staying at Talbooth House & Spa, The Lion Inn, and The Flag.

    These hotels in Essex are also highly-rated by couples: The Courthouse Inn, Channels Hotel, and The Crown Pub and Hotel.

  • On average, 3-star hotels in Essex cost BHD 46 per night, and 4-star hotels in Essex are BHD 54 per night. If you're looking for something really special, 5-star hotels in Essex cost around BHD 46 per night (based on Booking.com prices).

  • The Lion Inn, The Flag, and Channels Hotel are some of the popular hotels in Essex.

    In addition, The Courthouse Inn, Talbooth House & Spa, and GreyFriars are also popular in Essex.

  • Some of the best hotels in Essex near Crondon Park Golf & Country Club include The Harvard Inn, Greenwoods Hotel & Spa, and The White Hart Inn.

  • Greenwoods Hotel & Spa, Talbooth House & Spa, and The Crown Pub and Hotel in Essex have received great reviews for the views from their hotel rooms.

    Guests staying in Essex also loved the views from their rooms at Lifehouse Spa And Hotel, The Pier Hotel, and Wivenhoe House Hotel.

  • The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Essex this weekend is BHD 57 or BHD 72 for a 4-star hotel. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Essex this weekend cost around BHD 69 per night (based on Booking.com prices).

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