The Best Essex Pub Accommodation

recommended inns and pubs with rooms in Essex


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estuary views abound at this contemporary hotel, many of the tasteful bedrooms have views, as does terrace bar and the 1st floor restaurant

The Bell Inn Hotel

Horndon-on-the-Hill

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600 year-old, timber-framed, former coaching inn; elegant bedrooms and suites are in the pub or a Georgian property a few doors up the street

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a beautiful black and white fronted property, set in 10 acres of gardens and woodlands, and features luxurious guestrooms and cosy lounges

Smugglers Cove

Clacton-on-Sea

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quietly located on the edge of Clacton, a modern Marston's inn has the signature smart rooms and relaxed dining on site - ideal for families

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dating back to the fifteenth century, a period inn that has been sympathetically modernised to provide, smart well appointed rooms

The Cricketers Arms

Rickling Green

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enjoy the country life at this comfortable village inn ideally placed for the M11 and Stansted Airport

The Oakland Hotel

South Woodham Ferrers

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a traditionally furnished hotel offering live music at weekends, situated midway between Southend-on-Sea and Chelmsford

The Last Post Hotel

Southend-on-Sea

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popular, value pub and hotel located opposite Southend Central Station, there are well-equipped rooms, a lively bar and a spacious beer garden

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decorated in warm vintage tones, this classic hotel with open fires and exposed beams, offers traditional, comfortable accommodation

The Crown

Stoke-by-Nayland

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a contemporary accommodation with friendly, efficient staff and a dining room priding itself on the use of local produce

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a landmark historic hotel dating from the late 1400s, in the heart of the market town of Maldon, has elegant updated rooms and a family suite

The Rose & Crown

Thorpe-le-Soken

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with recently refurbished accommodation, this welcoming inn offers modern, light and airy rooms in a picturesque setting

Swan Hotel

Thaxted

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enjoy traditional British cuisine at this historic coaching inn offering comfortable guestrooms, situated just 8 miles from Stansted Airport

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an Art Deco-style inn which has been a feature of Kingsway since the 1930s and offering smart, comfortable accommodation

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relax in stylish rooms furnished with antiques at this award-winning inn offering top quality dining

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a traditional Irish bar offering well-presented and spacious rooms, located a short walk from Seven Kings overground station

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a 14th-century coaching inn offering spacious rooms in a modern annex, situated just 16 miles from Stansted Airport

The Compasses

Littley Green

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relax in well-appointed rooms at this delightful village pub surrounded by good walking and cycling routes

The Fox Inn

Matching Tye

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a well-presented pub with plenty of character, situated in a peaceful village and yet just a 15-minute drive from Stansted Airport

Ye Olde White Harte

Burnham-on-Crouch

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dating back to the seventeenth century, this period inn offers modern, comfortable accommodation. With uninterrupted views across to the south shore of the river to RSPB's Wallasea Island, created especially to attract migrating birds and other wildlife

The White Hart

Great Yeldham

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a beautiful 15th Century inn with the chic accommodation in a separate modern block with open fires and exposed beams in the public areas

Red Lion

Hinxton

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you'll find beamed ceilings, log fires, a walled garden and seasonal menus at this charming inn

Angel Inn

Stoke-by-Nayland

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a refurbished, 16th Century coaching inn boasting individually styled, elegant rooms and an oak beamed bar stocked with regional beers

Oyster Fleet Hotel

Canvey Island

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located on this island resort in the Thames estuary, a hotel with spacious well-equipped rooms, lakeside dining and a tennis court

The Cross Keys

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set in a building dating back over 800 years that has recently been sympathetically updated, a traditional inn offering cosy rooms

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an original 15th Century building houses this traditional accommodation which boasts exposed beams and open brick work in the public rooms

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a stylishly restored inn overlooking the Market Place, situated just 5 miles from Stansted Airport

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a traditional, wayside inn providing simple, compact rooms. Golf, fishing and clay pigeon shooting all available within a mile radius of the pub

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a classic pub with simple, modern accommodation and close to road, rail and sea routes

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a warm welcome awaits at this traditional, country inn providing spacious, comfortable accommodation on the edge of the village

Saffron Hotel

Saffron Walden

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a former coaching inn that retains many period features whilst offering today's conveniences

Bull Hotel

Halstead

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enjoy live entertainment in the bar at the weekends at this traditional accommodation dating back to the 14th Century

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a traditional town pub situated just a 2-minute walk from the Underground Station

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enjoy a drink at the bar by the log fire, then retreat to an individually designed room at this relaxing, comfortable accommodation

The White Hart Inn

Margaretting-Tye

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a traditional country inn that has been stylishly updated to provide chic, comfortable accommodation with al fresco dining in the warmer months

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the conveniently located accommodation is situated in a converted barn with large windows and some rooms have sloping roofs

Alma Inn

Harwich

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a welcoming, pet friendly accommodation with friendly staff commended by previous guests

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a classic inn with a traditional atmosphere, spacious, modernised bedrooms and guests can also enjoy a game of mini-golf

The Bell Inn

Thorpe-le-Soken

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an ancient inn with a history dating back to the 1500s, now has three individually designed rooms combining character and modern comfort

The Onley

Stisted

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relax with 'al fresco' dining during the warmer months at this modern, welcoming inn offering smart, spacious rooms with retro styling

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a quaint 300-year-old community inn near the River Colne has a traditionally welcoming interior, with beams, open fires and cosy rooms

The Court House Inn

Great Bromley

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a comfortable, traditional accommodation in a period, historic building with hospitable hosts who have been commended by previous guests

The Bull

Great Totham

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enjoy fine dining at this award-winning, 16th-century coaching inn featuring stylish decor and well-appointed rooms

The Ferry Boat Inn

North Fambridge

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a charming 16th century beamed inn near a yachting marina has been updated, and now has elegantly contemporary rooms in an annexe

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a welcoming inn offering stylishly modernised rooms, yet retaining many original features, including exposed beams and wooden flooring

The Crown

Manningtree

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an attractive inn near the estuary of picturesque Manningtree, with stylish, beautifully appointed rooms and a vibrant, hospitable bar and restaurant

Farmhouse Inn

Monk Street

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relax in the cosy bar of this 16th-century village pub, situated only 5 miles from Stansted Airport

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a 15th-century inn retains plenty of original charm, hefty oak beams, leaded windows, open fires, most of which feature in the smart rooms

Kings Arms

Coggeshall

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a family run accommodation boasting a terrace garden for "al fresco" dining and with many of the fruit and vegetables served, grown on site

Hare & Hounds

High Garrett

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a traditional wayside inn offering comfortable accommodation with modernised en suite facilities, all set in a genial atmosphere

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the traditional accommodation, including a garden terrace, boasts oak beams and an open fire in the restaurant which features regional cuisine

The Dog Inn

Halstead

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a traditional, well located accommodation featuring open fires in the bar and a secluded beer garden

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this 15th century former coaching inn boasts a wealth of period features and a handy location

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simple, no fuss bedrooms above a popular town centre pub located a few minutes walk from Harwich Town station and the seafront

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situated in a tranquil, island location, the comfortable accommodation features rooms facing the sea or gardens

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enjoy the friendly welcome, character and cosy comfort of this Grade II listed 15th century beamed inn, right by the harbour and near beaches

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enjoy the individually styled and themed rooms in pale colours, and high quality dining, at this impressive timbered pub in a pretty Essex village

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rest in compact rooms at this traditional town centre pub offering live music at weekends

The Oyster Smack Inn

Burnham-on-Crouch

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rest in simply furnished rooms at this restaurant situated a short walk from the town centre and River Crouch

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a 17th-century mill on the River Chelmer, offering cosy rooms steeped in character, situated only a 5-minute walk from the town centre and station

The Royal Albion

Walton-on-the-Naze

  • B&B/guest house
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  • family-friendly
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  • great reviews
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  • central location
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  • seafront location
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  • near beach
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  • place(s) to eat nearby
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  • bar
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  • free WiFi
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  • parking

a family run accommodation with a games room as well as a beer garden overlooking the sea

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