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Hotels in Chelmsford

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A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
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1. Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre

Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre
Chelmsford
$57
$69 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a brick wall.
A grand staircase with wooden balusters and a carpeted landing.
A traditional brick building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained garden area.
A wooden bridge over a pond with a brick house in the background.

2. Pontlands Park

Pontlands Park
Chelmsford
$163
$196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Pontlands Park
A hotel corridor with a carpeted floor, a door at the end, and blue lighting.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.
Reception
A bar area with a sofa, chairs, and a bar counter.

3. Best Western Atlantic Hotel

Best Western Atlantic Hotel
Chelmsford
$110
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Best Western Atlantic Hotel
A buffet table with various food items and condiments.
Two people at a reception desk, one handing over a card to the other.
A row of traditional white buildings with gabled roofs, a flag, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There is a bed in the background and a window with curtains.

4. County Hotel Chelmsford

County Hotel Chelmsford
Chelmsford
$126
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
County Hotel Chelmsford
A sign for Channels Lodge with a contact number.
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A traditional pub with outdoor seating, stone flooring, and classic architecture.
A rustic dining area with wooden beams, grey upholstered chairs, and a wooden table.

5. Channels Hotel

Channels Hotel
Chelmsford
$129
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Channels Hotel
A bar setting with a glass of a clear, possibly alcoholic beverage garnished with a lime slice, on a bar counter with a green cloth underneath.
A neatly made bed with white linens and a wooden headboard.
A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, patterned chairs, and wall-mounted lamps.
A corner building with a sign reading "The Ship" and a pub named "Greene King".

6. The Ship

The Ship
Chelmsford
$88
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
The Ship
A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view to a kitchen and balcony.
A balcony with a metal chair and a small table with a glass of drink and a magazine.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a large mirror, and a painting of flowers.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a glass table, and a TV on the wall.

7. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

Chelmsford Serviced Apartments
Chelmsford
$152
$182 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Chelmsford Serviced Apartments
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Bathroom

8. Apartment Sleeps 2 With Parking

Apartment Sleeps 2 With Parking
Chelmsford
$118
$170 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Apartment Sleeps 2 With Parking
A waterfront hotel with a white facade, a black roof, and a white picket fence.
A rustic room with a brick fireplace, leather chairs, and vintage boots.
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a chandelier, and a collection of framed artwork on the walls.
A wooden building with a tiled patio and outdoor seating area.

9. The Ferry Boat Inn

The Ferry Boat Inn
Chelmsford
$148
$178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
The Ferry Boat Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A brick building with a sign reading 'Premier Inn' and a smaller sign below it.
Breakfast meal
A bunk bed with a top shelf holding a bag, a shelf with a coffee maker and glasses, a mirror, and a towel on the bottom shelf.

10. Premier Inn Chelmsford - Springfield

Premier Inn Chelmsford - Springfield
Chelmsford
$54
$65 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Premier Inn Chelmsford - Springfield
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase of white flowers.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a round ottoman, a green sofa, a dining table, and a potted orchid.
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A dining area with a round table, two chairs, and a vase with white flowers.

11. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking
Chelmsford
$153
$263 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking
Restaurant
A modern room with a grey sofa, two ottomans, a small round table, and two motivational wall art pieces.
A hotel reception desk with a sign that reads 'Get up and go TIME OUT' and 'DREAM.' There is a fire exit sign, a no smoking sign, and a push bar to open the door.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a desk with a lamp.

12. Premier Inn Chelmsford - Boreham

Premier Inn Chelmsford - Boreham
Chelmsford
$56
$67 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Premier Inn Chelmsford - Boreham
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a window.
A bathroom sink with a chrome faucet and a bottle of Molton Brown hand wash.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of the outside.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a coffee maker, kettle, and cups.

13. Luxurious ONE Bedroom Apartment IN Bond Street

Luxurious ONE Bedroom Apartment IN Bond Street
Chelmsford
$120
$210 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Luxurious ONE Bedroom Apartment IN Bond Street
A traditional fireplace with logs, a chair, and various framed certificates and notices on the wall.
A snow-covered rural road with houses on either side.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chandelier, a mirror, and a window with a floral curtain.
Two people seated at a wooden table with a green cushioned bench behind them. The table has various items including a pitcher, cups, and a plate with a picture.

14. The Compasses Inn

The Compasses Inn
Chelmsford
$110
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Compasses Inn
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.
A modern living room with a glass dining table, two chairs, a sofa, and a desk with a lamp.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a glass-top dining table with a chair.
A hallway with a framed abstract painting, a fire alarm, and a wooden door with a fire action sign.

15. Parkway House

Parkway House
Chelmsford
$120
$210 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Parkway House
A building named 'The Oakland' with a reception area and a bar.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a striped wall with two wall-mounted lights.
The entrance to The Oakland Hotel Reception with a sign above the door.
A row of beer taps with labels including 'Foster's' and 'Linch's'.

16. The Oakland

The Oakland
Chelmsford
$79
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Oakland
Property grounds
A wooden entertainment unit with a flat-screen TV, speakers, and a small plant.
A two-story house with a garage, a driveway, and a well-lit entrance.
Bathroom

17. Surridges Studio, Sleeps 4 w/ Parking & Dogs Ok

Surridges Studio, Sleeps 4 w/ Parking & Dogs Ok
Chelmsford
$164
$197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Surridges Studio, Sleeps 4 w/ Parking & Dogs Ok
A bar with a bartender preparing drinks, shelves of liquor bottles, and a beer tap.
A cozy room with a wooden bench, a table, and a window with curtains.
A traditional brick building with a gravel driveway and a fenced area.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a brick wall.

18. The Harvard Inn

The Harvard Inn
Ingatestone
$134
$160 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
The Harvard Inn
A bar area with Guinness beer taps, a chalkboard menu, and a CCTV warning sign.
A pool table in a room with large windows and chairs.
An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery.
A traditional pub named 'Kicking Dickey' with a signboard, multiple windows, and outdoor seating.

19. The Kicking Dickey

The Kicking Dickey
Dunmow
$71
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
The Kicking Dickey
A room with exposed wooden beams, two armchairs with floral cushions, a round mirror, and a green door with a 'G' sign.
A dining area with wooden beams, teal upholstered chairs, and a wooden table set for a meal.
A hotel room with exposed wooden beams, a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a fireplace.
A room with rows of white chairs with bows, a table with a floral arrangement, and a large arched window.

20. Saracens Head Hotel

Saracens Head Hotel
Dunmow
$65
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Saracens Head Hotel
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Top landmarks in Chelmsford

A large white mansion with multiple chimneys and columns, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
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Hylands House and Park

8.4/10 (10 reviews)
Hylands House and Park is just one of the landmarks located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Writtle, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.
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A large brick castle with two towers and a central entrance, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
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Leez Priory

10.0/10 (1 review)
Leez Priory is just one of the landmarks located 2 mi (3.2 km) from central Great and Little Leighs, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.
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A historic church with a tall spire and red tulips in the foreground.
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Chelmsford Cathedral

9.2/10 (10 reviews)
Chelmsford Cathedral is in the heart of Chelmsford, so why not stop by during your stay.
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Chelmsford City Racecourse

7.6/10 (14 reviews)
Chelmsford City Racecourse is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Great and Little Leighs, why not stop by during your stay.
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Bond Street

8.8/10 (15 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Bond Street when in Chelmsford.
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Marsh Farm Country Park

7.6/10 (4 reviews)
Immerse yourself in nature and spend the day at Marsh Farm Country Park, located 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from central Chelmsford. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Hockley Woods and RHS Garden Hyde Hall, both nearby.
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Danbury Country Park

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
If you like the great outdoors, you might want to take time to explore Danbury Country Park, one of the green spaces in the heart of Danbury. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to RHS Garden Hyde Hall and Beeleigh Abbey Gardens, both nearby.
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Forest Drive Shops

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Forest Drive Shops when in Chelmsford. Splash some more cash at Clock Tower Retail Park.
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Learn more about Chelmsford

Chelmsford is well-known for its attractions such as Bond Street and Hylands House and Park. Visitors to this welcoming city speak highly of the bars whereas sights include Hanningfield Reservoir and Leez Priory.

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A historic church with a tall spire and red tulips in the foreground.
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Check out reviews of Chelmsford hotels guests love

A sign for Channels Lodge with a contact number.
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A traditional pub with outdoor seating, stone flooring, and classic architecture.
A rustic dining area with wooden beams, grey upholstered chairs, and a wooden table.

Channels Hotel

Channels Hotel
Chelmsford

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Heather
Channels Hotel
A waterfront hotel with a white facade, a black roof, and a white picket fence.
A rustic room with a brick fireplace, leather chairs, and vintage boots.
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a chandelier, and a collection of framed artwork on the walls.
A wooden building with a tiled patio and outdoor seating area.

The Ferry Boat Inn

The Ferry Boat Inn
Chelmsford

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Hiroko
The Ferry Boat Inn
A buffet table with various food items and condiments.
Two people at a reception desk, one handing over a card to the other.
A row of traditional white buildings with gabled roofs, a flag, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There is a bed in the background and a window with curtains.

County Hotel Chelmsford

County Hotel Chelmsford
Chelmsford

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Tina
County Hotel Chelmsford
A hotel corridor with a carpeted floor, a door at the end, and blue lighting.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.
Reception
A bar area with a sofa, chairs, and a bar counter.

Best Western Atlantic Hotel

Best Western Atlantic Hotel
Chelmsford

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Best Western Atlantic Hotel
A building named 'The Oakland' with a reception area and a bar.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a striped wall with two wall-mounted lights.
The entrance to The Oakland Hotel Reception with a sign above the door.
A row of beer taps with labels including 'Foster's' and 'Linch's'.

The Oakland

The Oakland
Chelmsford

10/10 Exceptional

United States
gwen
The Oakland
A stone fireplace with a black mantel, logs, and a decorative lantern.
A conference room with a large table, chairs, and a potted plant.
A large, red brick building with multiple windows and a well-maintained lawn.
A garden pathway with a pergola structure, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

Downham Hall

Downham Hall
Billericay

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anthony
Downham Hall
A bar with a bartender preparing drinks, shelves of liquor bottles, and a beer tap.
A cozy room with a wooden bench, a table, and a window with curtains.
A traditional brick building with a gravel driveway and a fenced area.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a brick wall.

The Harvard Inn

The Harvard Inn
Ingatestone

10/10 Exceptional

United States
virginia
The Harvard Inn
A balcony with a view of the sea, a table with two chairs, and a railing.
A white plate with pineapple, watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries on a table with a metal grid pattern.
A wooden desk with a Buddha statue, a small Buddha statue, a bowl, a nameplate, a lamp, a chair, and a vase with flowers.
A sign for 'Beaches Guest House' with a white picket fence in the background.

The Beaches Guest House

The Beaches Guest House
Southend-on-Sea

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Miyuki
The Beaches Guest House
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and wall art.
A building with a gravel courtyard, a small tower, and a lamp post.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a building with a red-tiled roof.
A bar with four taps labeled EPA, Wainwright, Razorback, and Marston's 61 Deep.

The White Horse Inn

The White Horse Inn
Halstead

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Dave
The White Horse Inn
A long dining table with chairs, a glass ceiling, and a brick wall with framed pictures.
A classic four-poster bed with ornate detailing, a large mirror, and a view of the city through the window.
A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a blue sofa, and a spiral staircase.
A red brick building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a garage.

The Bell Inn

The Bell Inn
Stanford-le-Hope

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Harold
The Bell Inn
A bar counter with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a bowl of fruit.
An aerial view of a large, historic building with multiple sections, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a large mirror, and comfortable seating.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Mulberry House

Mulberry House
Ongar

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Javier
Mulberry House

Frequently Asked Questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Chelmsford?

Guests like County Hotel Chelmsford, Pontlands Park and The Oakland.

Where can I find free parking with my stay in Chelmsford?

Park your car for free at these properties: Room-bright Double Room in Chelmsford Ho, Room-small Cozy Room in Chelmsford Sprin and Room-delightful Double Room in Shared Ho. There are 13 options you may want to check out on our site.

Can I book refundable accommodations in Chelmsford?

If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Chelmsford, most accommodations provide refundable* bookable rates. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

Where can I stay in Chelmsford if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?

If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 37 vacation homes. You can also consider one of the 76 apartments or 12 cottages.

What will the weather in Chelmsford be like during my visit?

July and August are typically the warmest months in Chelmsford when the average temp is 61°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 42°F. October and August are the months with the most rain.

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