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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
XOF 100,583
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
XOF 92,490
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
XOF 76,643
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
XOF 106,826
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
XOF 154,149
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
XOF 42,391
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
XOF 80,512
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
XOF 43,933
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
XOF 96,343
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
XOF 51,756
per night

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FAQs about hotels 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.

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

  • The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Essex this weekend is XOF 91,306 or XOF 115,473 for a 4-star hotel. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Essex this weekend cost around XOF 110,811 per night (based on Booking.com prices).

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • On average, 3-star hotels in Essex cost XOF 73,199 per night, and 4-star hotels in Essex are XOF 86,994 per night. If you're looking for something really special, 5-star hotels in Essex cost around XOF 74,015 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.

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

  • 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.

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

  • On average, it costs XOF 81,570 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Essex for tonight. You'll pay around XOF 109,125 on average if you stay at a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Essex will cost around XOF 105,023 (based on Booking.com prices).

  • 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.

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