The Best Essex 4&5 Star Luxury Hotels

recommended four or five star, and other luxury hotels in Essex


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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

Roslin Beach Hotel

Southend-on-Sea

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

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

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Thorpe-le-Soken

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

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

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

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

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

Orsett Hall

Orsett

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

De Rougemont Manor

Great Warley

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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

Marks Tey Hotel

Marks Tey

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