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Popular hotels in Essex

Discover well-known properties in Essex that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 1,851 hotels in Essex and price data was last updated on 25 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Essex is €101/night.
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Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, United Kingdom
Our Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport hotel provides a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Direct terminal access via a covered walkway and great connections to central London make travel easy. Take the covered walkway directly into the London Stansted airport terminal and the train station. Wake up to our hot breakfast included with your stay. Spend time with friends at the on-site bar or try our 3-4-3 menu featuring a mix of international and local dishes. Plan a meeting in one of two spacious boardrooms, with space for up to 12 delegates each. Boardrooms are fully equipped with A/V equipment and more to make your meeting easy and successful. Keep up with your exercise routine in the well-equipped fitness center offering cardio and weights. Print out any last minute work projects in the business center.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
10434 reviews
Location
4.2 km from city centre
€125
Thremhall Avenue, Stansted, United Kingdom
Hotel in Bishop's Stortford with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant A restaurant, self parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-out. Premier Inn London Stansted Airport offers 303 accommodations.
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
8.4
Excellent
4422 reviews
Location
4.2 km from city centre
Waltham Close Stansted Airport, Stansted, United Kingdom
Conveniently located minutes from London Stansted Airport, Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport provides trendy accommodation in Stansted Mountfitchet. There is also a fitness centre with a steam room and a sauna. This 4-star hotel offers valet parking, a coffee bar and an express check-in and check-out feature. Welcoming and professional team members are available 24 hours a day. London provides 494 air conditioned rooms filled with all the essentials to ensure an enjoyable stay. Each comes with free tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite. Places to dine at Radisson Blu include Collage and Station 169. Guests can unwind and enjoy a beverage at the wine bar. Radisson Hotel at Stansted is within walking distance of Stansted Airport Railway Station, connecting guests with the surrounding area. Takeley and Elsenham are also just a brief car ride from the property.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
7073 reviews
Location
4.5 km from city centre
€140
London Road, 128-130, Brentwood, United Kingdom
Marygreen Manor is a fine example of early sixteenth century architecture and was initially the home of Henry Roper, gentleman servant to Catherine of Aragon.Beautifully presented and centrally located, just minutes from M25/J28, our Tudor Manor House, with a selection of period function and meeting rooms, provides the perfect backdrop for any occasion. Our 44bedrooms offer accommodation in a variety of styles. Marygreen Manor is also home to the 2 AA Rosette Tudors Restaurant, an impressive Baronial Hall situated in the main Tudor Manor House, serving some of the countys finest food
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
1625 reviews
Location
2.1 km from city centre
Round Coppice Road, Stansted, United Kingdom
Conveniently located near London Stansted Airport, this stylish 4-star hotel is just a six-minute shuttle ride from the main terminal building. Whether you are heading off on a new adventure or are new to the city, it is the perfect base camp to relax and plan during your stay in the capital. With spacious rooms and a dedicated business centre, as well as 24-hour access to our on-site fitness centre, you will have a hard time thinking of an excuse to leave.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
3075 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
Thremhall Avenue, Stansted, United Kingdom
A modern Stansted Airport hotel with secure parking, a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and Free Breakfast. Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport hotel is a five-minute shuttle ride from the departure terminal. It's two miles from the M11 motorway, you can drive to Cambridge within 40 minutes and to central London in less than an hour. Regular direct trains from Stansted Airport station reach London in 45 minutes and Cambridge in around half an hour. Half an hour's drive away, you can explore the medieval colleges of Cambridge University. Chelmsford City Racecourse is less than 20 minutes away by car. The shops, cinemas and restaurants of the enormous Westfield Stratford City shopping centre are 40 minutes away via the M11. You can host meetings for up to 70 people in the hotel's five modern conference rooms. There's free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and secure on-site parking. Addenbrooke's Hospital and the many medical companies in Cambridge are less than 40 minutes' drive away. Kickstart your day from 4am onwards with an Express Start Breakfast. Watch live football on screens in the Lobby Bar and treat yourself to a meal from our Express Café & Bar.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
9005 reviews
Location
4.2 km from city centre
€110
Old Shire Lane, Waltham Abbey, United Kingdom
Whether you're visiting Essex on business or a relaxing weekend break, you will be thrilled with the stylish accommodation, thoughtful amenities and flexible event spaces at Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey. Our 4-star hotel offers a tranquil location near Epping Forest, Lee Valley and Hatfield House. Loughton Underground Station, with direct access to Central London, is only minutes away. Our newly renovated hotel rooms and Suites include amenities like plush bedding, flat-screen TVs, large desks and free Wi-Fi. Our Cast Iron Grill restaurant features delicious seasonal English cuisine, while The Brew Bar Lounge is the ideal spot for catching up with friends. Host your corporate or social event with us in our renovated event spaces and experience our expert planning services. Your adventure awaits at Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
2127 reviews
Location
2.4 km from city centre
€101

Travel insights for hotels in Essex

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Essex including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Essex?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Essex is February (€68). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Essex is April (€155).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Essex?

The cheapest day to stay in Essex is Monday (€72). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is €134.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Essex?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 90 days before your trip to Essex. The lowest price found when booking 90 days ahead was €57 per night.

Top-rated Essex hotels

Browse through properties in Essex that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 1,851 properties in Essex and data was last updated on 25 July 2025.
These Essex properties are among the highest rated by our users. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
Chelmsford Road, Great Dunmow, United Kingdom
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€61
Avg. per night
Brentwood House 169 Kings Road, Brentwood, United Kingdom
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€107
Avg. per night
Prince Charles Avenue, 1, Grays, United Kingdom
5.7 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€107
Avg. per night
Ship Lane, Thurrock, United Kingdom
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€62
Avg. per night
Brook Street, M25, Jct 28, Brentwood, Brentwood, United Kingdom
2.8 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
€104
Avg. per night
32 High St, Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
7.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€158
Avg. per night
Church Road, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€93
Avg. per night
21 Knightswick Road, Canvey Island, United Kingdom
0.0 km from city centre
Parking
€82
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Essex

Discover affordable stays in Essex that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Essex can be found for as low as €41 per night. There is currently one property in Essex that can be booked for this price. Harlow International Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Essex. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Essex at the moment. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
13 School Lane, Harlow, United Kingdom
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
€41
Avg. per night
Fleming Road, Unicorn Estate, Grays, United Kingdom
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€48
Avg. per night
Stonehouse Lane, West Thurrock, United Kingdom
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€51
Avg. per night
Edinburgh Gate, Harlow, Essex CM20 2JE, Harlow, United Kingdom
1.1 km from city centre
€52
Avg. per night
Weston Avenue, West Thurrock, Grays, Essex RM20 3JQ, Grays, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€56
Avg. per night
University Of Essex, Colchester, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€56
Avg. per night
Festival Leisure Park Festival Way, Basildon, United Kingdom
1.9 km from city centre
€58
Avg. per night
172 Bergholt Road, Colchester, United Kingdom
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€58
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Essex

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Essex to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Essex at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.
We've come across the following hotels in Essex with different price and hotel class options. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hotel class.
4 stars +
Waltham Close Stansted Airport, Stansted, United Kingdom
€140
Round Coppice Road, Stansted, United Kingdom
10-12 Thorpe Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
€175
London Road, 128-130, Brentwood, United Kingdom
2 stars and under
21 Knightswick Road, Canvey Island, United Kingdom
Weston Avenue, West Thurrock, Grays, Essex RM20 3JQ, Grays, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Gate, Harlow, Essex CM20 2JE, Harlow, United Kingdom

Other accommodations in Essex

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Essex.
University Of Essex, Colchester, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€56
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Essex

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Essex to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 25 July 2025.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Essex area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. Clicking on a hotel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

About Essex

Sprawling between London and the North Sea, Essex centres around the county town of Chelmsford. It’s home to ancient settlements, spectacular gardens and heritage-listed country estates, as well as 560 kilometres of picturesque coastline.

Things to do in Essex

From its lively market towns to the castle-dotted countryside, Essex offers exciting attractions on the doorstep of London.

Discover the rich history of Colchester. Famed for its Norman castle built on the foundations of a Roman temple, Colchester is a must-visit destination in Essex for history buffs. Browse the ancient artefacts on display at Colchester Castle’s museum before admiring the period costumes and decorative arts in the Hollytrees Museum, which is housed in a beautifully preserved Georgian townhouse.

Explore lively Chelmsford. Forming part of the London commuter belt, Chelmsford centres around a medieval cathedral renowned for its stunning stained glass windows and intricately decorated ceiling. Get up close to military weaponry and uniforms at the Essex Regiment Museum, then stroll through the landscaped grounds of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Garden Hyde Hall, which offers sweeping views across the Essex countryside.

Visit one of the finest Jacobean houses in England. Located outside of Saffron Walden, Audley End House is a 17th-century country estate that has long been the family seat of the Barons Braybrookes. Today, you can wander through the elegant staterooms, servant’s quarters and stables before exploring the award-winning gardens remodelled by "England's greatest gardener”, Capability Brown.

See rare and endangered species at the Colchester Zoo. Travelling with kids? They’ll love spending a day at the renowned Colchester Zoo, which is home to ring-tailed lemurs, southern white rhinoceros and Patagonian sea lions. It’s divided into several themed zones, including the Elephant Kingdom, the Dragons of Komodo and the Medellin Monkeys, which is home to a group of Colombian black spider monkeys.

Getting around Essex

London Stansted Airport is the main aviation gateway to Essex and has flights to destinations across Europe, North Africa and Asia. Several railway lines connect towns and cities across the county to London while buses serve smaller towns and villages.

Facts about staying in Essex

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Essex to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 July 2025.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Essex?

    Stansted, Chelmsford, and Harlow are some of the most favoured places to stay in Essex.

  • What are the best hotels in Essex?

    10,434 reviews rated Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport with an average score of 8.5/10. It may also be worth looking into the Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport, which received a rating of 8.2/10 from 9,005 reviews. Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport could also be a good option, with a score of 8.1/10 from 7,073 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel near Lakeside Shopping Centre?

    A good hotel close to Lakeside Shopping Centre is ibis London Thurrock M25 (rated 7.4/10 from 2,623 reviews).

  • What is a good hotel in Essex near Colchester Castle Park?

    St Nicholas Hotel is the most recommended hotel near Colchester Castle Park on HotelsCombined (scoring 7.6 over 1,538 reviews).

  • Is there a good hotel near Festival Leisure Park?

    If you’re visiting Festival Leisure Park then the nearby Holiday Inn Basildon is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (1,789 reviews scoring it at an average 8.0/10).

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Essex?

    If your travel plans to Essex are flexible, we recommend visiting at least one of the following most popular landmarks: Lakeside Shopping Centre, Colchester Castle Park, or Festival Leisure Park. Grays is the city you should stay in if you want to visit Lakeside Shopping Centre. Staying in Colchester is preferred if you want to visit Colchester Castle Park. To visit Festival Leisure Park, it’s most convenient if you stay in Basildon.

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