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1. Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
4.0 star property
Bishop's Stortford
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,813 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is 3.269.953 ₫
3.923.944 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
Front of property

2. Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
3.0 star property
Stansted
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,501 reviews)
"Clean room ideal airport hotel with friendly staff and good breakfast choice."
United Kingdom
Malcolm
The price is 3.129.834 ₫
3.755.800 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
Breakfast and dinner served

3. Novotel London Stansted Airport

Novotel London Stansted Airport
4.0 star property
Stansted
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,294 reviews)
"Really easy, comfy stay, very useful to have a gym and the breakfast was great"
United Kingdom
Toby
The price is 2.648.662 ₫
3.178.394 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Novotel London Stansted Airport
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

4. Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey
4.0 star property
Waltham Abbey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (444 reviews)
"Amazing staffs"
United Kingdom
Gabriel Adigo
The price is 2.734.870 ₫
3.281.843 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey
Lobby

5. Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport
3.5 star property
Bishop's Stortford
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,018 reviews)
"Perfect family stay before an early morning flight!"
United Kingdom
Louise
The price is 1.486.045 ₫
1.783.254 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport
Reception

6. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
4.0 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
long
The price is 1.872.791 ₫
2.247.349 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Lobby

7. Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport
2.5 star property
Bishop's Stortford
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was a bit dated but the bed was comfortable and the shower was good. If you want breakfast you have to walk across to the Ramada. Very convenient for the airport, only a five minute drive away."
United Kingdom
Kathleen
The price is 1.426.591 ₫
1.711.910 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport
Breakfast and dinner served

8. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,017 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed and the air con was a life saver."
United Kingdom
Tim
The price is 1.932.245 ₫
2.318.694 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Reception

9. The Essex Golf and Country Club

The Essex Golf and Country Club
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (871 reviews)
The price is 2.006.562 ₫
2.407.874 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Essex Golf and Country Club
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible (Free Hot Breakfast) | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

10. Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
Bishop's Stortford
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,340 reviews)
"amazing breakfast"
United States
Janet
The price is 2.199.786 ₫
2.639.743 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG
Daily full breakfast for a fee

11. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (872 reviews)
"Very convenient for what we needed 👌"
United Kingdom
Fiona
The price is 1.391.216 ₫
1.669.460 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Indoor pool

12. Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club

Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club
3.0 star property
Sawbridgeworth
7.8 out of 10, Good, (893 reviews)
"The standout was the very good breakfast. I did not like the pre-check in questionnaire procedure. Our mattresses were sagging and we had to turn them over in order to be able to sleep better."
United Kingdom
Nigel
The price is 1.821.364 ₫
2.185.637 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club
Exterior

13. Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff were very welcoming"
United Kingdom
Devram
The price is 2.140.333 ₫
2.568.399 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
Terrace/patio

14. Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel
4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Nice hotel, perfect location 👌"
United Kingdom
Shani
The price is 3.033.945 ₫
3.640.734 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Seven Hotel
Restaurant

15. Premier Inn London Stansted Airport

Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
3.0 star property
Bishop's Stortford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (333 reviews)
"Very well run hotel!"
United States
Stephen
The price is 2.199.786 ₫
2.639.743 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
Front of property

16. The Palace Hotel

The Palace Hotel
3.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Good"
United Kingdom
Sherifdeen
The price is 2.942.958 ₫
3.531.549 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Palace Hotel
Indoor pool

17. Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG

Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG
4.0 star property
Brentwood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (859 reviews)
"Great everything my 7 year old son loved it"
United Kingdom
Leonid
The price is 2.199.786 ₫
2.639.744 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG
Aerial view

18. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
4.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (479 reviews)
"A great w/e in a super location.. throughly enjoyed our time at the location and totally recommend a relaxing high end location!"
United Kingdom
N
The price is 4.868.365 ₫
5.842.038 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
Beach nearby

19. The Hope Hotel

The Hope Hotel
3.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
7.4 out of 10, Good, (579 reviews)
"I have used the Hope Hotel a couple of times and have always been happy there."
United Kingdom
David
The price is 2.942.957 ₫
3.531.548 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Hope Hotel
Aerial view

20. Down Hall Hotel

Down Hall Hotel
4.0 star property
Bishop's Stortford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and garden rooms are perfect for the dogs"
United Kingdom
Marco
The price is 4.649.159 ₫
5.579.134 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Down Hall Hotel
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Birds Farm

3.0 star property
Colchester
9.2/10Wonderful (11 reviews)
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19.262.994 ₫ total
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Top Essex Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent stay from start to finish….professional and friendly staff, lovely clean room, plenty of free parking and delicious breakfast. Thoroughly recommend."
Helen 1-night trip
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Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Frequently asked questions

How much do hotels in Essex cost?
The season and factors like Christmas, Easter and school holidays can affect the price of a hotel in Essex. You can find cheap options from 1.669.460 ₫ in a few different ways on Expedia. First, select the dates you'd like to get away, then use the filters such as budget and amenities to fine-tune your search. You can also sort by price, so the cheapest options appear first.
When is the best time to go to Essex?
The timing of your trip will depend on which part of Essex you want to stay in, as temperatures vary in different areas. For a summer getaway with an oceanic climate, consider Colchester during the months of June to August. Here you can expect average temperatures between 13ºC and 20ºC.
What is the best area to stay in Essex?
Essex has many cool areas to stay, like Colchester, the most popular city. Or travel to Southend-on-Sea to experience its walking trails and family-friendly attractions. For more hotel options, consider Harlow.
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The first step to a perfect family retreat in Essex is locking in the right place to stay. Go to the "Traveller experience" section of our filter tool and select "Family friendly." This will show you all the Essex properties that welcome children and offer family conveniences such as babysitting and onsite activities. Pick the one that suits your budget and style, then prepare to kick back while the kids have fun.
What are the top beach hotels in Essex?
Put on your shades and leave your worries behind as you head to Essex for a coastal holiday. Visiting Southend-on-Sea? Dose up on some vitamin sea at Skylark Hotel. A cafe and a garden are among the amenities at this sought-after seaside getaway.
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