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An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a brick wall.

A wooden bridge over a pond with a brick house in the background.

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.

1. Pontlands Park

Chelmsford

Outdoor pool
Indoor pool

$165

$199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A buffet table with various food items and condiments.

Two people at a reception desk, one handing over a card to the other.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There is a bed in the background and a window with curtains.

A tray with pastries, a teapot, and a cup on a wooden table.

2. County Hotel Chelmsford

Chelmsford

Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking

$127

$153 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A group of people seated at wooden picnic tables outdoors, surrounded by trees.

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.

A traditional fireplace with logs, a chair, and various framed certificates and notices on the wall.

A brick building with a sign reading "RIDLEYS ALE AND STOUT".

3. The Compasses Inn

Chelmsford

Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar
Non-smoking

$111

$134 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A waterfront hotel with a white facade, a black roof, and a white picket fence.

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.

A rustic room with a brick fireplace, leather chairs, and vintage boots.

4. The Ferry Boat Inn

Chelmsford

Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar

$185

$221 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A two-story house with a garage, a driveway, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern bedroom with two beds, a wooden floor, and a ceiling light fixture.

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

Chelmsford

Kitchen
Laundry facilities
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Refrigerator

$182

$219 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

A hotel restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and a coffee station.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a sofa with red cushions, and a coffee table with a plant.

A shower with a handheld showerhead and three bottles of body wash and shampoo.

6. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Braintree

Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available

$53

$64 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A room with exposed wooden beams, two armchairs with floral cushions, a round mirror, and a green door with a 'G' sign.

A hotel room with exposed wooden beams, a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a fireplace.

A bar with a chalkboard menu listing gin and spirits.

A room with rows of white chairs with bows, a table with a floral arrangement, and a large arched window.

7. Saracens Head Hotel

Dunmow

Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available
Bar

$66

$79 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall with framed pictures, and a wooden door leading to a room with shelves.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a heater, and a door.

A row of log cabin-style buildings with a tiled roof, potted plants, and a clear sky.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, and shower.

8. The Cherry Tree Rochford

Rochford

Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar
Non-smoking

$78

$94 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a parking lot with cars.

A modern reception area with a desk, two yellow chairs, a grey sofa, and a unique geometric shelving unit with books and decorative items.

A wedding ceremony aisle with white floral arrangements, a white altar, and gold chairs.

A breakfast table with pastries, fruits, and a drink, overlooking an airport runway.

9. Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Southend-on-Sea

Pet friendly
Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available
Air conditioning

$84

$100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a staircase, and a building labeled "The Swan Hotel."

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and bathtub.

A cozy restaurant interior with a wooden bench seating area, wooden tables, and rustic decor.

10. Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

Dunmow

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar
Non-smoking

$62

$74 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A multi-story building with a balcony featuring a sign that reads "The Ship Hotel."

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a large bathtub, and a vanity with a mirror.

A balcony with wicker chairs, a table, a champagne bottle, and a book titled "The Ship".

11. The Ship Hotel

Leigh-on-Sea

Cribs/infant beds provided

$117

$141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a 'Grab & Go' kiosk, and a modern reception desk.

A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and expansive fields.

A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines arranged in rows.

A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a white sink, and a shower area.

12. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Colchester

Indoor pool

$70

$84 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Children watching a soccer game on a television.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall mural of a beach scene.

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central round table surrounded by chairs.

A modern reception area with marble counters, a blue patterned carpet, and hanging spherical lights.

13. Novotel London Stansted Airport

Stansted

Cribs/infant beds provided

$99

$119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with black cabinets, wooden herringbone flooring, and pendant lighting.

A staircase with a handrail, a herringbone-patterned floor, and a door with a green exit sign.

A modern kitchen with a herringbone floor, black cabinetry, and a large window overlooking a brick wall.

14. The Manor Park Hotel

Newham

Cribs/infant beds provided

$66

$84 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white linens, and a window with blinds.

A large, white, classical-style building with symmetrical architecture, featuring multiple chimneys, large windows, and a central entrance.

A restaurant with tables set with white tablecloths and salt and pepper shakers.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, brick buildings, and a small tree.

15. The New Chichester Hotel

Wickford

Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$67

$80 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A children's breakfast corner with a life preserver decoration, a framed sign, cereal boxes, and a small plant.

A multi-story building with the sign "PALACE" on the top.

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a chair, a small table with two chairs, and a balcony with a railing.

A conference room with round tables, blue chairs, and chandeliers.

16. The Palace Hotel

Southend-on-Sea

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Laundry facilities

$85

$102 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A bar area with a 'Welcome to The Black Horse' sign, shelves of various liquor bottles, and a bar counter with glasses and a cash register.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chair, a bedside table, a lamp, and a door.

A mirror with a gold frame reflecting a window with a view of a grassy area and a picnic table. A small framed picture hangs on the wall.

An outdoor gathering area with picnic tables and a TV screen.

17. Black Horse

Buntingford

Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi
Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking

$107

$128 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A bar area with shelves of wine bottles, a chandelier, and a person behind the bar.

A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a tap, and a vase with green plants.

A row of houses with a water body in front.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, chairs, and umbrellas.

18. Oyster Fleet Hotel

Canvey Island

Arcade/game room

$84

$100 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A playground with a wooden climbing structure and a brick building in the background.

A buffet with various food items and beverages.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

19. Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Colchester

Indoor pool

$56

$67 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A pier extending into the water with buildings and a roller coaster.

A coastal amusement park with a Ferris wheel, roller coaster, and pier extending into the water.

A sunset view through a window, with a road, parked cars, and a distant coastline.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a kettle, and a framed plant on the wall.

20. Marine Inn

Clacton-on-Sea

Free parking
Free WiFi
24/7 front desk

$81

$97 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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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.

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.

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.

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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Palace of Beaulieu

10.0/10 (1 review)

If you'd like to get a taste of Boreham student life, check out Palace of Beaulieu, located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central Boreham.

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About the destination

Chelmsford is a welcoming city where you can spend time checking out the bars. Nature lovers can visit Hanningfield Reservoir and Danbury Country Park. A stop at other sights like Bond Street and Hylands House and Park will create memories.