Hotels 1 to 30 in Essex, England

Great Hallingbury Manor Hotel - The 4-star Great Hallingbury Manor Hotel is a newly renovated mock-Tudor mansion. It is 2 miles (3.2 km) from Stansted Airport and has scenic lake and countryside views. The hotel boasts 31 larger than average bedrooms, all with a spacious walk-in wet room, a flat screen TV, tea/coffee, desk and free high-speed internet. Antons Lakeside Restaurant is overseen by renowned chef patron, Anton Edelmann, and has recently been awarded 2 AA Rosettes.The restaurant offers a diverse fusion of classic and modern dishes from around the world. Great Hallingbury Manor aims to reduce its carbon footprint, and has recently been awarded the Environmental Best Practice Award by the HBAA.

Premier Inn Colchester North - Just off junction 29 of the A12 and less than 3 miles (5 km) from the very heart of Colchester's town centre, the hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Colchester North/A12 has a convenient location for both business and leisure guests, close to Severalls Business Park. Local attractions include Colchester Zoo and Colchester Castle. Colchester Railway Station is just 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk and some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is available each morning and includes the expected cooked items such as scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The on-site Table Table restaurant offers a fresh new twist on eating out.

Premier Inn Basildon East Mayne - Close to the A127 and only 20 minutes from Southend, Chelmsford and the M25 motorway, this modern hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Basildon East Mayne has a convenient location. There are local train stations 10 minutes away, on the Fenchurch line. Just 5 minutes away, the local leisure development offers bowling, a cinema and various bars and clubs. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk and some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is available each morning and includes the expected cooked items such as scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The hotel is next to the Watermill Beefeater restaurant, which specialises in char-grilled steaks.

Park Inn Thurrock - Once a Georgian manor house, the Park Inn Thurrock is set in beautiful gardens. You will receive a warm welcome and excellent food and service. The Park Inn Thurrock has the refined Regency Restaurant and the more informal Champions Bar. Both Lakeside and Bluewater shopping centres are a short drive away. Central London is very accessible either by road or rail.

Wivenhoe House Hotel - Elegantly refurbished and offering all the comfort and hospitality of a country house. Wivenhoe House is an 18th century manor, delightfully situated in its own parkland grounds on the edge of Colchester. The hotel offers a quiet and comfortable stay away from the busy town centre. Our friendly, long established, team of staff will do their utmost to ensure that you have a pleasant stay, whether your visit is for business or pleasure.

Little Hallingbury Mill - In a tranquil setting beside the River Stort, this picturesque converted flour mill and attractive mill owner's cottage now house en suite accommodation and a licensed bar and restaurant. In a quiet, peaceful location, Little Hallingbury Mill offers easy access to Cambridge, London and Stansted Airport. The mill is close to the M11 motorway and the London Liverpool Street to Cambridge train route. Audley End House, Stansted Mountfichet Castle and the Imperial War Museum at Duxford are not far away. Staff can help organise golf, horse riding, go carting, horse and greyhound racing, microlight flying and coarse fishing. The restaurant offers freshly prepared English food in generous portions at affordable prices. Dishes are made with fresh ingredients sourced from local suppliers wherever possible. The bar offers a good selection of wines and an extensive range of British fine ales from a number of the UK's best microbreweries.

Prested Hall - With contemporary style and comfort within an historic listed country house, this privately owned hotel sits discreetly amid 75 acres of Essex parkland, within 30 minutes of Stansted Airport. Partially surrounded by a moat, Prested Hall offers 15th and 18th century interiors, stunning Art Nouveau decor and elegant 1930s extensions. With 10 attractive en suite rooms and an additional 6 one and two-bedroom serviced apartments, an adjacent health club and established events facilities, the owners of Prested Hall have attempted to create a place of quality, where comfort, style and relaxation exist without cold formality. Hotel guests will find helpful staff and attention to detail, with fresh flowers throughout the house, along with books to browse through, DVDs to borrow, real coffee in the rooms, breakfast house specials and, always, the pleasure of being away from city stress amid beautiful surroundings. Situated just off the A12, a 5-minute drive from Kelvedon Station.

Premier Inn Basildon South - With a convenient location, just off the A13 and only 5 minutes from Wat Tyler Country Park, this modern hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms, a Beefeater restaurant and free parking. The Premier Inn Basildon South is within easy reach of the M25 and Wat Tyler Country Park, which has a craft shop, an adventure playground, a motorboat museum and a miniature railway. Coalhouse Fort and the Eastgate and Lakeside shopping centres are nearby. The rooms have satellite TV and telephone/modem points and some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is available each morning and includes the expected cooked items such as scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The Beefeater restaurant specialises in char-grilled steaks.

Pontlands Park Hotel - Pontlands Park is located in countryside just 15 minutes' drive from the M25 and 30 minutes from Stansted Airport. Built in 1879 the hotel features Victorian architecture and relaxed splendour. The hotel is situated to the south of Chelmsford. Chelmsford train station is close by and trains can reach London Liverpool Street in 35 minutes. The family-run hotel provides homely comfort and exceptional service and has been sympathetically extended to offer 35 luxurious bedrooms. There is a fine restaurant and comprehensive conference facilities. You can also enjoy the facilities at the neighbouring spa. Pontlands is the perfect venue for weddings.

Premier Inn Harwich - Providing comfortable, good value accommodation, Premier Inn Harwich is situated close to Harwich Ferry Port and beaches, only 1 mile away from Harwich town centre and its many shops. Some of the comfortable rooms at Premier Inn can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children are also served a free full breakfast, when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast includes cooked items, vegetarian options and a wide continental selection. Premier Inn Harwich is next to the Mayflower Brewers Fayre restaurant, serving pub favourites in a welcoming environment. There is free parking and a 24-hour reception at this Premier Inn.

Camelia Hotel - Located in a superb position on the seafront at Thorpe Bay and commanding unrivalled views of The Thames Estuary. A mile from Southend on Sea, close to both the rail station and the Airport. London is only a 45 minute drive away. The luxurious one hundred year old 3 star hotel has been completely renovated to ensure its reputation as Southend's finest hotel is maintained well into the new Millennium. We have been awarded a prestigious silver award by The English Tourist Board and have an aa 3 star rating in excess of over 70%. Our fully air-conditioned restaurant, which is open daily, offers an excellent variety of fine cuisine. We have a well stocked bar which boasts an extensive wine list. In the summer months you can enjoy a quiet drink on the patio taking in the wonderful sea views.

Best Western Stansted Manor Hotel - Located just 3 miles (5 km) from Stansted Airport and one mile (1.6 km) from junction 8 of the M11, this hotel offers a surprisingly peaceful setting in 8 acres of woodland. Despite its convenient location close to a major airport and motorway, the Best Western Stansted Manor Hotel has a quiet woodland setting, away from the airport flight path. Start your trip with The Best Western Stansted Manor Hotel's 'stay, park and fly' package. Enjoy a peaceful night's rest before your flight before using the 'meet and greet' service at the airport terminal front door. Your car is then valet parked by friendly uniformed drivers (1.5 miles / 2.4 km from the terminal) and is returned to the airport on your return. No need to use a transfer bus, or struggle with heavy bags.

Best Western Marks Tey Hotel - This modern hotel and leisure club, located to the south of Colchester, is the premier hotel in north Essex. The hotel features 110 bedrooms which have been carefully designed with your personal comfort in mind. The beautiful scenes of Constable country, including Flatford Mill and Dedham, are a short distance and numerous other attractions include Colchester Castle, art galleries, stately homes, gardens and a number of English vineyards open to the public. The elegant lounge and cocktail bar provides the perfect meeting place and somewhere to relax before dining in the splendid Roman Room Restaurant, which offers a selection of international cuisine, complemented by carefully selected wines from around the world and served by friendly and professional staff. The Lifestyle Health & Leisure Club is complimentary to residents during their stay and facilities include a 15-metre indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam and sauna rooms, fully air-conditioned gymnasium and 2 outdoor tennis courts. Beauty treatments are available by appointment and for an additional charge. Unfortunately the hotel does not have a lift.

Kingscliff Hotel - We are the premier hotel on the Tendring Peninsula, situated on the coastal road and providing superb cliff top views. We offer newly refurbished and well-equipped bedrooms with friendly and attentive service. You can be assured of a relaxing and comfortable time at the Kingscliff Hotel.

Premier Inn Chelmsford (Boreham) - Premier Inn Chelmsford (Boreham) is within easy reach of the A12, and is 3 miles from Chelmsford town centre and train station. This Premier Inn has everything you'd expect, including free parking, incredibly comfy beds in every room and a restaurant with a country-pub atmosphere. There is also a Touchbase business and meeting centre on site. Some rooms at Premier Inn can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes the expected cooked items and vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection.

The Green Man Hotel - Only 16 miles (26 km) from Stansted Airport and just minutes from the M11/M25, this 14th century former coaching inn now offers comfortable en suite accommodation in this quiet village. The Green Man Hotel has a quiet, peaceful location in the charming little village of Old Harlow. There are 55 well-appointed en suite rooms in the annex at the rear of the hotel. During your stay, you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the Green Man Pub and Restaurant, which offers fine food and drink. The traditional bar and restaurant still houses many original features. The exposed wooden beams are of such historic significance that the building has acquired listed-building status. On some dates, the restaurant can be closed due to private functions taking place. Free on-site parking is available for guests. If you are flying from Stansted Airport, the hotel can offer free parking for up to 2 weeks if you book to stay for at least 2 nights. Transfers are not included, but the hotel can help with information regarding reaching the airport.

Premier Inn Braintree (A120) - The Premier Inn Braintree hotel is well placed on the A120, with comfortable en suite rooms and the family-friendly Brewers Fayre restaurant. Some rooms at this Premier Inn can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

Holiday Inn Express Stansted - This newly built hotel is ideally located within 5 minutes of London Stansted Airport terminals via the hotel transfer bus, and an ideal base for both leisure or business travellers. The contemporary hotel offers the very best in modern comfort and design, with well appointed bedrooms, all with a power shower, a fully interactive TV system, air conditioning and high-speed internet connectivity. All rates are inclusive of a complimentary continental breakfast.

Premier Inn Basildon (Rayleigh) - With free parking, family-friendly en suite rooms and an on-site Harvester restaurant, this Premier Inn hotel is just off the main A127 road. The Premier Inn Basildon (Rayleigh) hotel offers fresh food such as spit-roast chicken and char-grilled steak in its Harvester restaurant. All of the rooms have luxury power showers. Some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

George Hotel - A 500-year-old coaching house, steeped in history, located in the heart of Colchester, England's oldest recorded town. Please note the hotel does not have a lift or any rooms on the ground floor. Home to a distinctive, lively brasserie restaurant boasting good quality English and European dishes. Choose from a fine ? la carte menu or excellent value table d'h?te menu. The George also hosts a popular Lounge Bar area serving food and drink throughout the day in spacious surroundings, making it the ideal place to relax and take a break from the bustling town centre. We have forty-seven beautiful, individually decorated, spacious, bedrooms equipped to a high standard. The ideal base for business and leisure guests alike.

Best Western Atlantic Hotel - A traditional hotel with contemporary twists, where you can enjoy comfortable, spacious and practical rooms designed with a stylish, modern decor and fabrics. All rates include full English breakfast. Rooms have simple, bold colours and cosy duvets. The rooms aren't just for sleeping in, they are for living in. All guest rooms are en suite and feature 32-inch flat-screen TVs with over 40 Freeview channels, ironing facilities, free Wi-Fi and a range of other facilities. The hotel provides free car parking for guests. Guests can enjoy free use of Fitness First gym, which is located opposite the hotel. The hotel is fully non-smoking. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and freshly prepared food in the New Street Brasserie.

The Rivenhall Hotel - Stay at the Rivenhall Hotel and experience the perfect venue for all occasssions. 3 Star Property. Easy access to M25 & M11. Hi-Life Health Club. Free Guest Parking. The Rivenhall Hotel is located in the heart of Essex, just off the A12 between Chelmsford and Colchester and only a short drive from the unspoilt countryside of East Anglia, making it an ideal base for business and leisure guests. With the Roman City of Colchester and its Castle just a short distance away this is a great location for a short break. The hotel is on the doorstep of East Anglia and there are loads of attractions to visit nearby, including the fishing village of Maldon, Colchester Zoo and Tiptree Preserves visitor attraction. For retail therapy and entertainment, Freeport Designer shopping village with over 60 outlets, is only a 10 minute drive away.

Whitehall Hotel - Just 10 minutes from Stansted Airport via its own shuttle bus, Whitehall Hotel is a superbly restored Elizabethan manor house with free car parking - ideal for airport departures. Offering high-quality service and a warm and friendly atmosphere, the hotel has an award-winning restaurant and Wi-Fi internet. Whitehall is a relaxing retreat with spacious rooms, some of which have views over the gardens, lawns and countryside. The 15th-century timbered restaurant overlooks the gardens and the delightful terrace. The kitchen was originally designed by Gary Rhodes. The chefs produces fine food using mostly local produce. Four adaptable conference and banqueting rooms all have natural daylight and can host up to 120 people.

Premier Inn Thurrock East - Superbly located, Premier Inn Thurrock East provides an ideal base, close to Lakeside Shopping Centre and numerous shops, cinemas and restaurants. There are excellent rail and bus links nearby. Some of the comfortable rooms at Premier Inn can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children are also served a free full breakfast, when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast includes cooked items, vegetarian options and a wide continental selection. Premier Inn Thurrock East is next to the Chafford Hundred Brewers Fayre restaurant, serving good cuisine in a welcoming setting. There is free parking and a 24-hour reception at this Premier Inn.

Holiday Inn Colchester - 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, air-conditioned rooms and an indoor pool. Close to junction 26 of the A12, the Holiday Inn Colchester has a convenient location, only 3 miles (5 km) from the very heart of Colchester, the oldest recorded town in Britain. London Stansted Airport is only a 40-minute drive away. All of the air-conditioned rooms have satellite TVs, PlayStations and high-speed internet access is available at an additional cost. All rooms are located on the first floor of the hotel and are en suite with a shower over the bath. Children under 12 years of age stay and eat for free. The hotel's own on-site health club has an indoor pool, a gym, a sauna, a steam room and a spa. The hotel offers 24-hour room service. The restaurant and bar serves traditional British dishes and international cuisine.

Premier Inn Clacton-On-Sea - In a countryside location with on-site lakes, this Premier Inn is a short drive from Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free parking, family-friendly en suite rooms and a Table Table restaurant. The Premier Inn Clacton-on-Sea hotel is within easy reach of the A12, with 4 different beaches within 8 miles (13 km). Weeley Train Station is a 20-minute walk away and has links to Clacton. Some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

The Tower Hotel - Built in 1885, in the Italian style, as a private residence, the main feature of this imposing building is the attractive tower at its northeast corner. It has a wealth of ornamental ceilings, cornices, beautiful architraves and is crowned by an impressive balustrade. It is not surprising to find this is a classified Grade Two-Listed Building. Set in its own pleasant leafy grounds, it retains an air of bygone elegance. However, in line with its admirable adaptation to its new life as a hotel, it has wide, easy access to the main road at either end of its sweeping drive.

Best Western The Rose and Crown Hotel - Within walking distance of Colchester town centre, this 14th-century posting house, restored over the centuries, is within easy reach of East Anglia's historic sights. Imagine sleeping in a 14th-century room, with all the amenities of the modern day. Choose from either the historic oak-beamed rooms located in the original house, or the more contemporary rooms in the new wing. All rooms are en suite and have a new entertainment system which allows you to email, surf the web, play games, order movies and listen to music. Public and meeting areas also have Wi-Fi access. Search for the hotel's special Christmas party nights, with tribute artists performing the hits of Cher (14 November), Madonna (08 December) and Kylie (15 December).

The Angel - Surrounded by tranquil, beautiful Suffolk countryside, this traditional 16th-century oak-beamed coaching house offers traditional charm, superb food, free Wi-Fi and free parking. The Angel Inn has a wealth of original charm and period character in every area, from the traditional warmth of the main bar to the bright and airy well room. The well room still houses the original 52-foot (16-metre) well and also boasts impressive vaulted ceilings. The stylish and recently refurbished accommodation offers great value for money and excellent modern comforts and facilities, including contemporary flat-screen TVs and wonderfully comfortable beds. Free Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel. The Angel Inn is situated in the heart of the small village of Stoke-by-Nayland, close to the border with Essex and in the heart of Constable Country. The grand tower of the village's church appears in many of Constable's paintings. Free private parking for 15 cars is available on site. The inn enjoys a fantastic reputation for the quality of its food. Dishes are prepared using fresh, seasonal local produce and are freshly cooked to your requirements. The restaurant specialises in dishes from all over the commonwealth, made with an imaginative and unique twist.

County Hotel - This newly refurbished, large town centre hotel is located just a few minutes' walk from the train station, and close to Chelmsford town centre. Reach central London via a direct, 35 minute train route. Chelmsford Museum, Essex County Cricket Club, Riverside Ice and Leisure and Chelmsford Cathedral, amongst other attractions, are all within walking distance of the hotel. The County Hotel prides itself on its superb service, making it an excellent place to stay if you are visiting Chelmsford or its surrounding areas. The 51 spacious and contemporary rooms are bright and stylish, and feature flat screen TVs, free wireless internet access and satellite TV. The acclaimed County Kitchen Restaurant offers a comfortable, informal yet stylish dining experience and is the perfect place to enjoy classic British food in a modern style.