The Essex Family Hotels Guide

hotels and other accommodation for families travelling with children

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Camelia Hotel

Southend-on-Sea

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enjoys a superb seaside spot directly opposite the beach at Thorpe Bay and offers a friendly atmosphere, well-presented rooms and fine food

Holiday Inn Southend

Southend-on-Sea

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contemporary hotel located a few minutes walk from the terminal and railway station with stylish rooms and a rooftop bar and restaurant

The Aviator

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

Holiday Inn Colchester

Eight Ash Green

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a modern, functional accommodation with good access to road routes. All the rooms are located on the first/ground floor

Seven Hotel

Southend-on-Sea

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a chic and relaxing clifftop haven, ideally located for the pier, Adventure Island and town centre, with smartly kitted-out rooms and suites

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a modern hotel offering spacious rooms situated next to the Festival Leisure Park where you will good leisure facilities, restaurants and bars

Holiday Inn Express

Stansted Airport

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take advantage of the shuttle service serving this simply furnished hotel situated on the edge of Stansted Airport

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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in the heart of Ilford close to all the amenities, a traditional hotel has a stylish contemporary interior with well-equipped rooms and friendly staff

Hampton By Hilton

Stansted Airport

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a smart, modern hotel offering light and airy accommodation with direct airport terminal access only a few steps away via a covered walkway

Novotel - London Stansted

Stansted Airport

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after a long day travelling, enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool at this well-appointed hotel at 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

Pontlands Park Hotel

Great Baddow

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family-run hotel set in peaceful grounds on Chelmford's outskirts, comfortable rooms, a leisure centre and beauty room are offered

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the smart, modern accommodation is in a separate, purpose built building. The main facilities are set in the original, period Hinxton Hall

St Nicholas Hotel

Colchester

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a smart hotel providing spacious, modern accommodation and close to the zoo, Colchester Castle and Weston Homes Community Stadium

OYO Devine Beach Hotel

Westcliff-on-Sea

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budget, few frills option, set on a leafy street, moments from Westcliff station and the beach, providing a value base to stay near Southend

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enjoy a relaxing stay at this spacious accommodation with many of the rooms boasting a view of the Championship golf course

Prince Regent Hotel

Woodford Green

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relax in spacious rooms at this elegantly appointed Georgian hotel set in landscaped gardens

Marygreen Manor

Brentwood

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a Tudor manor, steeped in character, offering beautifully presented rooms and an award-winning menu

Muthu Westcliff Hotel

Westcliff-on-Sea

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a well-presented, grand, Victorian hotel, in a clifftop spot opposite gardens, with classic style rooms and a traditional lounge with views

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