Accommodation in Essex

There are many wonderful hotels in Essex that provide wonderful accommodation, whether you’re here for business or pleasure! For more relaxing stays, there are some wonderful spa hotels in Essex to choose from, as well as glamping and lovely bed and breakfasts. Discover the perfect Essex accommodation for you.

Hotels in Essex

You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a hotel in Essex. Enjoy a stay at Potters Resorts Five Lakes – Potters Resorts offer the UK’s only all-inclusive short breaks, meaning everything you could want or need, from exciting activities to delicious food, is always available to you. If you’re looking for a lovely stay in one of our vibrant cities, Greyfriars Hotel in Colchester or The County Hotel in Chelmsford are both excellent places to stay in Essex. For a coastal getaway, book a room at the beautiful Camelia Hotel in Southend-on-Sea, or the Park Inn by Radisson Palace for something the whole family will love. The Pier at Harwich also offers beautiful rooms with stunning views of the The Stour and Orwell estuaries, with a wonderful seafood restaurant.

Spa Breaks

There are many spa hotels in Essex that guarantee a tranquil stay for guests. The magnificent Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate is set amongst stunning countryside in a historic building, and promises a memorable stay for all. Their Eden Spa is a wonderful setting in which you can relax your mind, body and soul – enjoy a full body massage, chill out in the Jacuzzi, and indulge in a delicious cream tea. Stoke by Nayland Resort is just a short 20-minute drive from the exciting city of Colchester, yet it is a peaceful setting for your next weekend away. Enjoy their excellent facilities including an indoor pool, gym, and the Peake Spa offers a wide selection of treatments. For a coastal spa break in Essex, book one of the elegant rooms available at the exquisite Roslin Beach Hotel, or for something based in the countryside head to Talbooth House & Spa in Dedham.

Glamping & Camping

Get back in touch with nature with a glamping or camping break in Essex! There are many wonderful campsites in Essex, and our county is perfect for sleeping under the stars thanks to our beautiful rural locations. Escape to Waldegraves Holiday Park on Mersea Island – the ideal family getaway with its own private beach and many great activities to keep everyone entertained. Choose to stay in a tent, tourer or motorhome! Lee Valley Campsites offer wonderful camping in Essex for those looking to escape city life – their site in Broxbourne is just a 45 minute journey from London Liverpool Street. If you love to be out in nature but don’t want to sacrifice too many of your home comforts, there are many options for glamping in Essex – stay in a hand crafted Mondolian Yurt when attending a wedding or event at Teybrook Orchard in Colchester, or stay in one of the lovely encampments on the grounds of Layer Marney Tower with friends or family.

Self-Catering

If you prefer having more freedom around what you do and where you go, then opt for self-catering in Essex. Spend a few nights away from the noise of the world in a beautiful cabin at both Kingfishers Nest and White Lily Lodge in White Colne, Colchester. If you’re heading to Clacton-on-Sea for a weekend of family fun, the Holland Beach Bungalow will not disappoint. The Lodge at Hedingham Castle is a beautiful period property with private gardens that sleeps up to 17 people – ideal for large groups of friends or for families travelling for events such as weddings! For elegant self-catering accommodation in Essex, Cambridge Lodge is located at the exit gates of the magnificent Audley End House & Gardens, and offers a perfect spaces for a group getaway. Essex Stays at The Kings Head, previously awarded Essex’s ‘Best Boutique Stay’, can sleep 14-22 people. The venue features a karaoke and disco room, private cocktail bar, and much more – the ideal place for a hen-do, family staycation, or wedding! 

Bed & Breakfast

Enjoy a beautiful break at one of the many great bed and breakfasts in Essex. For something unique, book one of the three double rooms at Talliston Bed & Breakfast, ‘Britain’s Most Extraordinary Home’. Alternatively, opt for a cosy family-run pub such as The Kings Arms in Coggeshall, with 9 lovely rooms to choose from and traditional home-cooked food to enjoy. Perhaps opt for a bed and breakfast stay in a friendly farmhouse – Tuffon Hall Farmhouse is a gorgeous 6 bedroom home adjacent to the vineyard of the same name, adding to your experience! The Great Lodge Barns consists of 3 stunning converted barns on the Great Lodge Estate – ideal for wedding guests.

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