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A modern hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a sign.

1. Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
3.0 star property
Stansted
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,532 reviews)
"Convenient, nice facilities. Bar and restaurant good range of food and wine . Service very good . Very comfortable stay"
United Kingdom
fRANCES
The price is 2.789.161 ₫
3.346.993 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
A bar area with a modern design, featuring a bar counter and multiple stools.

2. 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, (2,858 reviews)
"Easy access to airport, clean and amazing staff"
Canada
Nathaniel Cedric
The price is 2.768.317 ₫
3.321.981 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central round table surrounded by chairs.

3. Novotel London Stansted Airport

Novotel London Stansted Airport
4.0 star property
Stansted
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,358 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, excellent facilities and very helpful staff"
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is 2.400.818 ₫
2.880.982 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Novotel London Stansted Airport
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a mix of seating styles.

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, (455 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"
United Kingdom
Joseph
The price is 2.454.385 ₫
2.945.262 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey
A modern meeting room with dark wooden floors, grey and mustard-colored chairs, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

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, (1,013 reviews)
The price is 1.084.210 ₫
1.301.052 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport
A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red pillows. There is a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted phone.

6. 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, (1,356 reviews)
"It’s a great location for flights from Stansted, with a complete breakfast, and an onsite restaurant for dinner, The staff were friendly and helpful."
United States
Charles
The price is 2.111.488 ₫
2.533.786 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a 'Grab & Go' kiosk, and a modern reception desk.

7. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
4.0 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Easy to find and park at the hotel - clean room and staff were helpful. Breakfast was decent too. There was an iron and board in the room and WiFi was good enough for teams calls."
United Kingdom
Harry
The price is 2.025.887 ₫
2.431.064 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a blue door labeled "Toilet Room".

8. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stopover hotel for Stansted Airport"
United Kingdom
John
The price is 1.112.749 ₫
1.335.299 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.

9. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"A great base for visiting the area. Comfortable and clean. Food, both breakfast and dinner menu is great value and tasty."
United Kingdom
Dawn
The price is 1.569.349 ₫
1.883.219 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, wooden beams, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

10. 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, (917 reviews)
"Room was clean but whole floor smelt of cigarette smoke. It’s a shame because the rooms are letting down the hotel as the rest of the hotel is very nice and it could be a top spot to visit. The staff were very helpful and friendly and the grounds were stunning! Food was also great but more on the expensive side. I had the burger on the menu (£18) it did come with chips and was tasty! Good place to stay if you want a short stay but it could do with some TLC"
United Kingdom
Jesse
The price is 1.748.255 ₫
2.097.906 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club
A historic building with a large courtyard and a central fountain.

11. Down Hall Hotel

Down Hall Hotel
4.0 star property
Bishop's Stortford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"It was a great experience"
United States
Kevin
The price is 3.966.171 ₫
4.759.337 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Down Hall Hotel
A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, a high ceiling, and a glass railing overlooking the area.

12. The Essex Golf and Country Club

The Essex Golf and Country Club
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (907 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Reece
The price is 1.926.406 ₫
2.311.688 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Essex Golf and Country Club
A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

13. 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, (888 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Room was spacious and clean. Bed was comfortable."
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is 1.537.272 ₫
1.844.727 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
A hotel dining area with tables, chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Premier Inn London Stansted Airport

Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
3.0 star property
Bishop's Stortford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (372 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is 1.540.815 ₫
1.848.978 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a dining table set with wine glasses and a bowl of food.

15. Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel
4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice and quiet ideal position lovely hotel"
United Kingdom
Terry
The price is 2.912.749 ₫
3.495.299 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Seven Hotel
A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a parking lot with cars.

16. Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The Holiday Inn had everything we needed for a one-night stay near Southend. The staff were great, room was very clean and overall, the Hotel had a relaxed, friendly vibe about it. I would definitely stay there again when visiting the area."
Australia
Annie
The price is 1.940.676 ₫
2.328.812 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
An aerial view of a property with a central building surrounded by manicured gardens, a small pond, and a tent-like structure.

17. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
4.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (487 reviews)
"Lovely grounds, fantastic massage and great food. Thought the spa facilities could have been bigger. A 30 min delay waiting for my massage with no apology or acknowledgement of the delay. Rooms comfy but basic."
United Kingdom
Katherine
The price is 4.822.067 ₫
5.786.617 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
A buffet with various food items and beverages.

18. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
4.0 star property
Colchester
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Nicholas
The price is 1.484.046 ₫
1.780.855 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
A hot tub with a view of trees and a 'No Diving' sign.

19. 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, (878 reviews)
"Extremely popular hotel booked out completely over the weekend, but the staff have looked after everyone, in a really friendly and efficient way. Thank you all."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is 2.283.148 ₫
2.739.777 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG
A hotel entrance with a large glass facade, a brick exterior, and a palm tree nearby.

20. DeSalis Hotel London Stansted

DeSalis Hotel London Stansted
3.0 star property
Bishop's Stortford
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"£45 in tact from airport as shuttle stops at 6pm"
United Kingdom
stephanie
The price is 1.669.217 ₫
2.003.061 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
DeSalis Hotel London Stansted
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2.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
10/10Exceptional (1 review)
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Price is 2.806.081 ₫
6.734.594 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
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Top Essex Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good
"The hotel itself is excellent but how to get there from the airport is challenging especially if you travelling with big baggage. It is walking distance from the airport but to get there we had to take so many stairs because the lifts were out of use and the airport staff weren't very helpful either, they give mix informations on how to get to the hotel."
Liz Stefany 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

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 1.301.052 ₫ 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.
How can I find cheap hotels in Essex?
Find inexpensive stays without breaking a sweat by using our handy filter tool. Select the "Price per night" box to see budget-friendly picks in Essex. You can also take a look at our cheap hotels in Essex page. The lowest available price starts from 1.301.052 ₫ per night.
What are the best hotels in Essex for families?
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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