The Best Essex 4&5 Star Luxury Hotels

charming house with a modern country house feel; relax with a game of tennis, a dip in the heated outdoor pool or a pampering spa treatment

superbly appointed rooms and suites feature at this elegant hotel, there are stylish public areas too and a terrace for al fresco dining

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

on the quieter end of the Esplanade, a seaside retreat overlooking the beach and sea offering stylish rooms and award-winning cuisine

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

indulge in a tranquil and relaxing haven set in 130 acres of beautiful grounds with each room enjoying a garden or gravel garden view

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

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

moments from junction 26 of the M25, this modern hotel boasts relaxing leisure facilities

next to the University of Essex, the 18th Century accommodation is elegant and stylish

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

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

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

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

an elegantly appointed 17th-century manor house set in landscaped gardens, situated a short drive from Chelmsford

start your holiday in style at this sleek hotel offering good leisure facilities, situated a 2-minute walk from the Terminal at Stansted Airport

relax in the spa of this well-presented country house offering stylish rooms and award-winning breakfasts

Situated in 300 acres of Essex countryside, this is a golf lover's haven offering an 18 hole championship course in a peaceful location

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

a spacious and comfortable accommodation in a relaxing spa environment, yet close to transport links and historic Colchester