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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern lounge area with a black leather sofa, red cushions, a wooden table, and a patterned carpet.

1. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

3.4 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

R m

€56

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A sign for Channels Lodge with a contact number.

A rustic dining area with wooden beams, grey upholstered chairs, and a wooden table.

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A traditional pub with outdoor seating, stone flooring, and classic architecture.

2. Channels Hotel

7.7 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Steven

€136

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chandelier, a mirror, and a window with a floral curtain.

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

A snow-covered rural road with houses on either side.

3. The Compasses Inn

3.8 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Daniel

€116

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel dining area with tables, chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A Premier Inn hotel with a modern design, large windows, and a purple and white color scheme.

4. Premier Inn London Stansted Airport

18.7 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Stephen

€76

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a sign.

A modern kitchen with marble countertops, bar seating, and pendant lighting.

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a reception desk, a TV, and a dining area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the airport.

5. Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

18.3 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Connie

€123

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A cozy room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a table with a candle, and a view through a window.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a black lamp post, and a potted plant.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a round table with chairs, a cushioned sofa, and a cabinet with glass doors.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk, and a chair.

6. White Hart Braintree by Greene King Inns

5 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Chris

€69

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a table, cushions, and a statue.

A hotel entrance with a red carpet, a canopy labeled "ENTRANCE", and potted plants on either side.

A narrow waterway with dense greenery on both sides, a statue in the foreground, and a small boat with a roof.

A formal dining area with tables set for a meal, featuring white tablecloths, gold cutlery, and green foliage decorations.

7. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

16.3 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

David

€132

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a white console table with a lamp, a staircase, and a window with a view.

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a wooden chair with a cushion, a small wooden side table, and a fireplace.

A staircase with wooden railings, carpeted steps, a dining table with chairs, and a white door in a room with wooden flooring.

8. Noble Goose Rooms

12.4 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Antony

€108

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A grand staircase with wooden balusters and a carpeted landing.

A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A traditional brick building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained garden area.

9. Pontlands Park

14.8 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Beverley

€173

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

A dining area with wooden beams, teal upholstered chairs, and a wooden table set for a meal.

10. Saracens Head Hotel

10.9 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Diane

€69

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red pillows. There is a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted phone.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and various food items.

A conference room with round tables, chairs, and a whiteboard.

A modern library with colorful seating, bookshelves, and potted plants.

11. Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

18.6 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Charles

€98

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A narrow cobblestone street with buildings on either side, string lights overhead, and a sign indicating a hotel reception.

A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and a variety of antique furniture.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a coffee maker, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A meal with a sandwich, salad, and a glass of beer on a table in a restaurant with wooden furniture and a large window.

12. The Blue Boar - Maldon

16.6 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

John

€139

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a blue umbrella, and various potted plants.

A traditional two-story house with a steeply pitched roof, a wooden door, and a small window.

A green vintage stove with a checkered towel hanging on it, a brick wall, and a wooden cabinet with books.

13. Motts Cottage

8.7 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Derek

€114

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view to a kitchen and balcony.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a gas stove, and a stainless steel range hood.

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.

14. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

12.7 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Geraint

€160

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bar area with a modern design, featuring a bar counter and multiple stools.

A modern hotel lobby with a central atrium, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A modern hotel lobby with marble reception desks, a large glass sculpture, and a man walking.

A modern indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by white walls and a tiled floor.

15. Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

18 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Reinhard

€123

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A white building with a sign reading "The Swan" and outdoor seating.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, floral wallpaper, and a window with curtains.

16. Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

17.2 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Jonathan

€68

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A buffet table with various food items and condiments.

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

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

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

17. County Hotel Chelmsford

12.1 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Olayinka

€133

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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.

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

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

18. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

19.5 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Darius

€78

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A garden with a conservatory, a gazebo, and several dome-shaped structures.

A hotel lobby with a glass partition, a bar area with a purple-lit counter, and a patterned carpet.

A large bed with a headboard, a floor lamp, and a table with books and a glass of wine.

An outdoor seating area with wicker tables and chairs under large umbrellas, surrounded by greenery.

19. Ivy Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection

17.8 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Kehinde

€131

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A check-in kiosk with a floral wallpaper and a neon sign, a bar area with stools, and a reception desk.

A room with a tropical wallpaper, two velvet chairs, a neon sign, and a small table with a book.

20. Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre

12 km from Chelmsford City Racecourse

Lea

€60

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Chelmsford City Racecourse

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Channels Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 296 reviews	View
The Compasses Inn	9.4 Exceptional 171 reviews	View
Premier Inn London Stansted Airport	8.8 Excellent 348 reviews	View
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport	9.0 Wonderful 2,496 reviews	View

Top Chelmsford City Racecourse Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"If you need a reasonable priced hotel at Stansted airport this is ideal. Staff are excellent the common areas of the hotel are bright, very clean and welcoming. The rooms are good and the comfort of the bed was great."

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and well equipped rooms with a good well designed bathroom. The breakfast was great with lots of choice and plenty of food. The staff were really nice and friendly, especially at breakfast. I would definitely stay here again."

Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London

8/10 Good

"Motel style rooms, clean and tidy, ideal for an overnight stay for business. Right next to retail park which is very convenient. Free parking too."

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Just excellent for a one night stay pending a flight with great proximity to the airport and parking"

Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club

8/10 Good

"The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Room was a great size. Restaurant was freezing. They did turn down/off the aircon but it was still very cold with people sat in coats!"

Novotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely relaxing decor in bedroom, very clean and nice towels. Restaurant was a bit basic and felt a little grubby, Standard food like a Wetherspoons but at very inflated prices with no option to visit anywhere else locally. Staff friendly and professional. Would stay again, but maybe eat before we arrived in the evening!"

St Nicholas Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room staff was nice"

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Welcoming staff. Made special effort and accommodations for us as we were accompanied by our little dog. Great stay for families with pets!"

Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect. Second time staying."

Other attractions near Chelmsford City Racecourse

Leez Priory

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Great and Little Leighs with a stop at Leez Priory. Visit the lively bars or cosy cafes in this relaxing area.

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Great Notley Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Great Notley Country Park, a lovely green space in Great Notley. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Cineworld Braintree

You can take time to visit Cineworld Braintree during your travels to Braintree. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Freeport Outlet Village

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Freeport Outlet Village during your trip to Braintree. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Braintree Village

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Braintree Village during your trip to Braintree. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Braintree Public Gardens

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Braintree Public Gardens, a lovely green space in Braintree. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

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Cressing Road Stadium

Catch an event at Cressing Road Stadium during your trip to Braintree. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Tuffnel Mere

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tuffnel Mere during your travels in Broomfield.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Chelmsford City Racecourse?

Chelmsford City Racecourse is located in a welcoming area of Great and Little Leighs known for its array of dining options and bar scene. You'll find 19 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Chelmsford City Racecourse?

The Essex Golf and Country Club is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a golf course. You'll find it 8.7 mi (14 km) from Chelmsford City Racecourse. Other good options around the area include Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport and Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Chelmsford City Racecourse?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Chelmsford City Racecourse.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Chelmsford City Racecourse, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Chelmsford City Racecourse.

What can I see and do near Chelmsford City Racecourse?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Braintree Public Gardens and Great Notley Country Park. A trip to Braintree Village and Freeport Outlet Village might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping. You might plan a visit to Cineworld Braintree or Cressing Road Stadium while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Chelmsford City Racecourse hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

2. Channels Hotel

3. The Compasses Inn

4. Premier Inn London Stansted Airport

5. Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

6. White Hart Braintree by Greene King Inns

7. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

8. Noble Goose Rooms

9. Pontlands Park

10. Saracens Head Hotel

11. Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

12. The Blue Boar - Maldon

13. Motts Cottage

14. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

15. Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

16. Swan Hotel Thaxted by Greene King Inns

17. County Hotel Chelmsford

18. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

19. Ivy Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection

20. Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre

Compare popular hotels close to Chelmsford City Racecourse

Top Chelmsford City Racecourse Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club

Novotel London Stansted Airport

St Nicholas Hotel

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28 by IHG

Other attractions near Chelmsford City Racecourse

Leez Priory

Great Notley Country Park

Cineworld Braintree

Freeport Outlet Village

Braintree Village

Braintree Public Gardens

Cressing Road Stadium

Tuffnel Mere

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