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Latest Essex Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARBrentwood
3 stars from $153
4+ stars from $175
Southend-on-Sea
3 stars from $126
4+ stars from $181
Chelmsford
3 stars from $112
4+ stars from $184
Colchester
3 stars from $121
4+ stars from $171
Epping
4+ stars from $388
Waltham Abbey
3 stars from $157
4+ stars from $195

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Holiday Inn Southend By IHG - Southend-on-Sea - Restaurant
Holiday Inn Southend By IHG
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.7Very Good(2620)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$216+
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Park Inn Palace, Southend-on-Sea - Southend-on-Sea - Building
Park Inn Palace, Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
7.0Good(3039)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$208+
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Seven Hotel - Southend-on-Sea - Restaurant
Seven Hotel
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.4Very Good(1599)
Free Wi-Fi
$270+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey - Waltham Abbey - Bedroom
Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey
Waltham Abbey, ENG, United Kingdom
7.9Good(2138)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$255+
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The Oakland Hotel - Chelmsford - Bedroom
The Oakland Hotel
Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom
8.0Very Good(1686)
Free Wi-Fi
$185+
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Roslin Beach Hotel - Southend-on-Sea - Lobby
Roslin Beach Hotel
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
9.3Wonderful(2216)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$481+
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Travelodge Chelmsford - Chelmsford - Bedroom
Travelodge Chelmsford
Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom
7.9Good(59)
$174+
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The Last Post Wetherspoon Hotel - Southend-on-Sea
The Last Post Wetherspoon Hotel
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.8Very Good(2178)
$157+
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Ilfracombe House Hotel - Southend-on-Sea - Lounge
Ilfracombe House Hotel
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.5Very Good(1683)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$244+
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The Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel - Colchester - Pool
The Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
7.5Good(1534)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$179+
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Oyster Fleet Hotel - Canvey Island - Bar
Oyster Fleet Hotel
Canvey Island, ENG, United Kingdom
7.5Good(965)
Parking
$191+
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The Hope Hotel - Southend-on-Sea - Bedroom
The Hope Hotel
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
Free Wi-Fi
$205+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hotels in Essex

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Essex with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hotel rates in Essex?

Hotels are cheapest in Essex in January, with average rates of $274. In comparison, August is the most expensive month, with prices at $392.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in Essex?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Essex, with an average nightly price of $315. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at $413.

How much is a hotel in Essex for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Essex found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was $109, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was $126. The cheapest room found overall was for $109.

How much is a hotel in Essex for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in Essex for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for $111 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as $111 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from $126 per night.

How early should you book a hotel in Essex?

Book at least 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Essex hotel.
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Good to know

Low season

January

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

$200

Average price (weekend night)

$253
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 30% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect Essex hotel

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Essex, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Essex in October and June.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Essex for 8 days.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Essex

  • What is the most popular destination in Essex?

    Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Brentwood (43% of total searches to Essex). The next most popular destinations are Southend-on-Sea (29%) and Chelmsford (14%). Searches for hotels in Colchester (14%) are also popular.

Where to stay in Essex?

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