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Latest Essex Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARBrentwood
3 stars from $123
4+ stars from $159
Southend-on-Sea
3 stars from $111
4+ stars from $137
Waltham Abbey
3 stars from $133
4+ stars from $175
Chelmsford
3 stars from $94
4+ stars from $156
Colchester
3 stars from $94
4+ stars from $120

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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(2682)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$176+
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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(3120)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$209+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey - Waltham Abbey - Bedroom
Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey
Waltham Abbey, ENG, United Kingdom
8.0Very Good(2200)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$229+
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The Oakland Hotel - Chelmsford - Building
The Oakland Hotel
Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom
7.9Good(1761)
Free Wi-Fi
$165+
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The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford - Chelmsford - Building
The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom
5.2Fair(1277)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$104+
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The Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel - Colchester - Pool
The Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
7.5Good(1578)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$153+
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Travelodge Chelmsford - Chelmsford - Restaurant
Travelodge Chelmsford
Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom
7.9Good(59)
$178+
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Seven Hotel - Southend-on-Sea - Restaurant
Seven Hotel
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.4Very Good(1670)
Free Wi-Fi
$256+
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Holiday Inn Express Colchester By IHG - Colchester - Bedroom
Holiday Inn Express Colchester By IHG
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.0Very Good(2579)
Free Wi-Fi
$137+
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Roslin Beach Hotel - Southend-on-Sea - Pool
Roslin Beach Hotel
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
9.3Wonderful(2261)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$368+
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The Hope Hotel - Southend-on-Sea - Bedroom
The Hope Hotel
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
Free Wi-Fi
$202+
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Marygreen Manor Hotel - Brentwood - Living room
Marygreen Manor Hotel
Brentwood, ENG, United Kingdom
8.4Very Good(1720)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$241+
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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 $162. In comparison, August is the most expensive month, with prices at $242.

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

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Essex, with an average nightly price of $183. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at $227.

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 $101, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was $101. The cheapest room found overall was for $83.

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 $101 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as $101 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from $125 per night.

How early should you book a hotel in Essex?

Book at least 69 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)

$201

Average price (weekend night)

$224
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 29% 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 (38% of total searches to Essex). The next most popular destinations are Southend-on-Sea (25%) and Waltham Abbey (25%). Searches for hotels in Chelmsford (13%) are also popular.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Essex?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in Essex for as cheap as $80 (Colchester) in the last 3 days. The average price is $332.

Where to stay in Essex?

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