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10 Oct - 11 Oct
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11 Oct - 12 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Southend-on-Sea 4-star hotels

An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a changing room, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A double room with two beds, a nightstand, two wall-mounted lamps, and a blue accent wall.
A modern bar area with a wooden ceiling, a large TV screen, and a well-stocked bar counter.
A spacious room with teal walls, wooden flooring, and a large mirror.

1. Village Hotel Maidstone

Village Hotel Maidstone
Maidstone
United Kingdom
Marc
€72
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Village Hotel Maidstone
A dining table with a variety of pastries and condiments, a fireplace, and a traditional interior design.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a bar.
A hotel with a distinctive tower, a well-maintained garden, and a clear blue sky.

2. Bridgewood Manor

Bridgewood Manor
Chatham
United Kingdom
Mary
€80
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bridgewood Manor
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a 'Grab & Go' kiosk, and a modern reception desk.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are chairs around a table and a potted plant in the corner.
An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and wooden beams, surrounded by glass walls and a tiled floor.
A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines arranged in rows.

3. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Colchester
United Kingdom
Harry
€81
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a dining table set with wine glasses and a bowl of food.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a decorative wall panel.
A bar area with a marble counter, stools, and a wine rack filled with bottles.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a view of the sea.

4. Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
United Kingdom
Terry
€120
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Seven Hotel
A buffet table with various food items and condiments.
A row of traditional white buildings with gabled roofs, a flag, and outdoor seating areas.
A tray with pastries, a teapot, and a cup on a wooden table.
Two people at a reception desk, one handing over a card to the other.

5. County Hotel Chelmsford

County Hotel Chelmsford
Chelmsford
United Kingdom
Olayinka
€135
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
County Hotel Chelmsford
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 modern interior with a curved staircase, large windows, and a patterned floor.
A breakfast table with pastries, fruits, and a drink, overlooking an airport runway.

6. Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
Southend-on-Sea
Australia
Annie
€80
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
A hot tub with a view of trees and a 'No Diving' sign.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A modern restaurant interior with high tables, cushioned seating, and a bar area.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled walls, and a roof structure.

7. Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG

Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG
Brentwood
United Kingdom
Leonid
€90
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG
A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a chalkboard menu, and various bottles on shelves.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs under green umbrellas, surrounded by brick walls and potted plants.
A rustic dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a ceiling covered in foliage.
A traditional pub with a stone facade, outdoor seating, and a clear night sky.

8. The Black Horse Inn

The Black Horse Inn
Maidstone
United Kingdom
Sheila
€134
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Black Horse Inn
A modern bar area with a curved counter, seating with colorful cushions, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A modern lounge area with large windows, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, glasses, and a refrigerated display case.
A Holiday Inn hotel entrance with a clear glass door, a well-maintained lawn, and a variety of plants.

9. Holiday Inn Basildon by IHG

Holiday Inn Basildon by IHG
Basildon
United Kingdom
Israan
€70
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Basildon by IHG
A pool area with lounge chairs and a clock on the wall.
A room with a large window, a desk with a lamp, chairs, and framed pictures on the wall.
A rustic wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by dense foliage and stone benches.
A dining table set with wine glasses, a menu, and cutlery.

10. Hempstead House Hotel

Hempstead House Hotel
Sittingbourne
United Kingdom
Katie
€170
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hempstead House Hotel
A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.
A multi-story building with a beige facade, a covered entrance, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.
A building with a sign reading "The Smugglers Cove" and outdoor wooden picnic tables.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

11. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Clacton-on-Sea
United Kingdom
Caroline
€64
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
A bar with a bartender preparing drinks, shelves of liquor bottles, and a beer tap.
A bedroom with exposed wooden beams, a large bed with white bedding and purple accents, a nightstand, a dresser, 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.

12. The Harvard Inn

The Harvard Inn
Ingatestone
United Kingdom
Ann
€143
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Harvard Inn
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.
A large, red brick building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with steps, and a well-maintained lawn in front.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A restaurant with tables and chairs, hanging plants, and large windows.

13. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel
Colchester
United Kingdom
Natasha
€136
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Wivenhoe House Hotel
A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.
A dining table with a white tablecloth, a green leather chair, and a tea set.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.
A brick building with a central staircase, a covered outdoor seating area, and a tree-lined pathway.

14. GreyFriars

GreyFriars
Colchester
United States
Mark
€165
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
GreyFriars
A bar area with wooden stools, copper pendant lighting, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A modern hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a desk, a TV, and a wardrobe.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, wine bottles on shelves, and a clock on the wall.
A white building with a sign reading "The Shop Inn."

15. The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn
Burnham-on-Crouch
United Kingdom
Ola
€134
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Ship Inn
A waterfront building with a glass facade reflecting the lights.
A bar area with a wooden counter, a beer tap, and a menu board.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a nightstand.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging lights.

16. Ship & Trades

Ship & Trades
Chatham
United Kingdom
Paul
€142
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Ship & Trades
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a central fireplace, and a circular bar area.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A modern interior with a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a cozy seating area with a fireplace.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a wall-mounted mirror, and a bathtub.

17. Cave Hotel & Golf Resort

Cave Hotel & Golf Resort
Faversham
United Kingdom
Petra
€276
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Cave Hotel & Golf Resort
A multi-story building with a balcony featuring a sign that reads "The Ship Hotel."
A two-story building with a sign reading "The Ship Hotel".
A restaurant with a nautical theme, featuring a large painting of a seascape, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a mix of table and booth seating.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a chair, a small table with flowers, a lamp, and a TV on the wall.

18. The Ship Hotel

The Ship Hotel
Leigh-on-Sea
United States
Lisa
€131
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Ship Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, clear water, and tiled flooring.
A table set with white plates, gold bead trim, and clear glassware.
A modern bar area with a bar counter, colorful chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.
A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a large flat-screen TV.

19. Holiday Inn Rochester Chatham by IHG

Holiday Inn Rochester Chatham by IHG
Chatham
United Kingdom
Nikita
€67
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Holiday Inn Rochester Chatham by IHG
An aerial view of a property with a central building surrounded by manicured gardens, a small pond, and a tent-like structure.
A modern bar area with a high bar counter, seating with bar stools, and a menu board.
A modern interior with a brick wall, a glass partition, and a seating area with a coffee table.
A spa area with multiple massage chairs, a fireplace, and a wall of bookshelves.

20. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
Clacton-on-Sea
United Kingdom
Katherine
€192
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
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Learn more about Southend-on-Sea

The historic Southend Pier stretches over a mile into the Thames Estuary, offering spectacular views and a charming train ride. Adventure Island theme park and the Sea Life Adventure aquarium make this seaside resort perfect for family outings along the golden beaches.

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A coastal amusement park at sunset with a roller coaster, Ferris wheel, and a bridge in the background.
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Top Southend-on-Sea Hotel Reviews

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

10/10 Excellent
"This family run hotel was great!!! Room was wonderful - with own private bathroom! no loft though so be prepared to carry suitcase(s) up stairs!! It came with breakfast with lots of choice - very accommodating and friendly folks!"
Cindy L 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

8/10 Good
"Easy to find and park at the hotel - clean room and staff were helpful. Breakfast was decent too. There was an iron and board in the room and WiFi was good enough for teams calls."
Harry 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

8/10 Good
"Comfortable hotel within short walking distance from both the railway station and airport. Friendly staff ."
P 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Southend-on-Sea?
If you're looking for deluxe comfort and loads of amenities during your Southend-on-Sea retreat, check out Seven Hotel. This leading 4-star hotel features Egyptian-cotton sheets and dining romance packages. Holiday Inn Southend, an IHG Hotel also gets excellent reviews from Expedia guests. A pillow menu and room service are among its conveniences.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Southend-on-Sea?
If you decide to book a stay at a 4-star hotel in Southend-on-Sea, you'll usually find lots of amenities to make sure you're comfortable, such as a restaurant, pool and gym. You can look forward to excellent service and upscale surroundings. Choose a 5-star hotel and you'll get a few more bells and whistles — think on-site spas, concierge assistance and nightly turndown services. You'll most likely get extra amenities and premium services at a 5-star getaway, but both are fabulous options for luxury travellers.

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