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County Hotel Chelmsford

4.0 star property
Upscale city center retreat where business travelers and vacationers alike enjoy warm hospitality and memorable British dining experiences

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County Hotel Chelmsford, in the city center, offers a sophisticated atmosphere with a living plant wall. Enjoy British cuisine at Samphire Restaurant, relax on the terrace, or use the business center. Secure bicycle storage and attentive staff are consistently praised.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is €112
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Room, 1 Double Bed (Spacious)

Premier Room, 1 Double Bed (Spacious)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Balcony

Standard Double Room, Balcony

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Sofa bed - double
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
  • 68 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Double Room (Annex Building)

Economy Double Room (Annex Building)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Single Room (Annex Building)

Economy Single Room (Annex Building)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Chelmsford, County Hotel Chelmsford is in the city centre and near a train station. Bond Street and Forest Drive Shops are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Admirals Park LNR and Galleywood Common. Peter Edwards Museum And Library and Riverside Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Chelmsford travel guide
Map
29 Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, England, CM1 2PZ

What's nearby

  • Another view
    Admirals Park LNR
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Veiw from Duke Street behind Shire Hall
    Chelmsford Cathedral
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tower Gardens
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bond Street
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Melbourne Stadium
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Chelmsford Station
    5 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Ale House
    4 min walk
  • Radio City Social
    5 min walk
  • The Ship
    2 min walk
  • Mr Cavendish
    1 min walk
  • The Railway Tavern
    5 min walk

About this property

County Hotel Chelmsford

Upscale hotel in the city centre, remodelled in 2023
At County Hotel Chelmsford, you can look forward to a terrace, a bar and a business centre. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Samphire Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • A 24-hour front desk, a living plant wall and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free property, a banquet hall and secured bike storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 58 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, showers and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, eco-friendly cleaning products and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 9 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Samphire Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1928
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2023
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 9 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

County Chelmsford
County Hotel
County Hotel Chelmsford
The County Hotel Chelmsford Essex
County Hotel Chelmsford Hotel
County Hotel Chelmsford Chelmsford
County Hotel Chelmsford Hotel Chelmsford

Frequently asked questions

Is County Hotel Chelmsford pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at County Hotel Chelmsford?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at County Hotel Chelmsford on 15 Mar 2026 start from €112, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Self-parking is available for GBP 9 per night.

What time is check-in at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is County Hotel Chelmsford located?

Located in the heart of Chelmsford, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Admirals Park, Admirals Park LNR and Chelmsford Cathedral. Tower Gardens and Bond Street are also within 15 minutes. Chelmsford Station is only a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

County Hotel Chelmsford Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 553 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 553 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 553 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 553 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 553 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely 1 night stay at this hotel. Immaculate room with the most comfy bed. Lovely bar and restaurant downstairs. Great location, 10 minute walk into town. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ros

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room and bathroom were exceptionally clean and the bed/bedding very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, and the lady serving Breakfast Chris couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. A great place to stay in the area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajdeep

Staff are supper helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people very friendly helpful.. clean room good food
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always a pleasure to stay this time u was nervous as I was in the annexe but the ground floor room was modern, comfortable and had air con/heating
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location. Friendly staff. The breakfast was really good. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service, clean room, staff were very good and breakfast very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room (although dated) was spotless. There was plenty of room, the bath was gorgeous, and we loved the addition of cold milk in the fridge. The radiator and aircon suddenly made strange noises in the night, waking us a few times.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

MARIECLAIRE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room that was really clean and comfortable. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel!

Stayed for one night for a girls weekend away to go to Chelmsford's Music Festival. Hotel was in a great location with parking. We had a spacious room with great amenities & a lovely lunch in the bar! Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very kind and professional. The place was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location near the train station and good sized rooms. Bathrooms were newer and functional.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a pleasant stay here, the staff are very friendly & helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, super location and really nice staff especially at breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went for a gig at the Racecourse. Nice central location, easy paid parking. We were in Annexe. Little road noise but overall really happy with the stay. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Room was spacious and had good amenities. The bathroom was roomy and had a separate bath and a shower. The a/c was really good on a hot day and the bed was comfortable.the breakfast was excellent with a wide range buffet options hot and cold and made to order food also included.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn

Everywhere was clean, the staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pallav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Good Location and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find!

Great apartment - in its own block separate to the main hotel. Perfect for a girls trip away. Spacious and clean. Sleeps up to 6 with 3 double beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was top drawer. The lift was unique!!! Its a kong time since I had to press and hold the button for the elevastor to move - loved it!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Nice comfortable hotel with lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and lovely staff very helpful also within walking distance of town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very pleasant staff and the food wqs excelllant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023