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Set within 12 km of Hylands Park and 9 km of Chelmsford Cathedral in Chelmsford, Meadows Barn features self-catering accommodation with seating area and flat-screen TV. Complimentary WiFi is offered.

Each unit is comprised of a kitchen with a dining area and a dishwasher, a living room with a sofa, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. A terrace with garden views is offered in all units.

spacious clean well cared for apartment with an amazing outlook. very comfortable. excellent fittings.

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9.2
Superb
174 reviews
Price from
£149.85
per night

Situated in the quiet hamlet of Littley Green in the heart of the Essex countryside, The Compasses is a Victorian Pub steeped in history and tradition. With free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access for all guests, it also offers a bar and a restaurant.

Breakfast was excellent. Paul served us witha smile

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9.1
Superb
553 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

Dating back to the 15th century, this Tudor house and converted stable block is set in the grounds of Channels Estate.

The individually designed rooms and suites include original features, such as exposed wooden beams, along with modern comforts. Each en-suite room offers a DVD player and free Wi-Fi. With ironing supplies and a hairdryer, the rooms also include bathrobes, slippers, a minibar, and tea and coffee making facilities with fresh milk and Costa Coffee.

The location was brilliant lovely and quiet. Was a beautiful room

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9.1
Superb
647 reviews
Price from
£106.43
per night

An independent hotel with a continental feel, the Lion Inn has a bar, an elegant bistro-style restaurant and spacious air-conditioned rooms flat-screen TVs and free wired internet.

For many years, the Lion Inn was a traditional pub. Now, after a sympathetic refurbishment, it has been transformed into a contemporary bistro and bar with luxurious en suite rooms. All of the deluxe air-conditioned rooms have modern flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities and free wired internet access. Some of the rooms have balconies overlooking the garden, while others have direct access to the garden via their very own terrace.

Lovely place very nicely decorated the staff were all amazing

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9.2
Superb
490 reviews
Price from
£154
per night

Unique Boat in Chelmsford city is situated in Chelmsford, 9.1 km from Hylands Park, 23 km from Freeport Braintree, and 31 km from Upminster. During your time staying in this recently renovated boat, dating back to 1978, you will have access to free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.4 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

Really good location. A really different way to stay overnight,rather than a hotel room. The boat had everything you needed. Will definitely booking again.

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9.9
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
£98.80
per night

Located 10 km from Chelmsford Train Station, Charming 2-Bed Apartment in Danbury essex provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 28 km from Freeport Braintree, 32 km from Adventure Island and 38 km from Upminster. The property is non-smoking and is set 16 km from Hylands Park.

Very clean and spacious for a flat. The owners were very accommodating

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9
Superb
11 reviews
Price from
£194.29
per night

Offering river views, Beautiful Riverview Apartment Chelmsford is an accommodation set in Chelmsford, 10 km from Hylands Park and 23 km from Freeport Braintree. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

location, very clean, quality of sleep

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9.4
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£145.73
per night

Bond Street Luxury Apartment Central Chelmsford is situated in Chelmsford, 10 km from Hylands Park, 23 km from Freeport Braintree, and 32 km from Upminster. The property is around 35 km from Adventure Island, 36 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station and 37 km from Hedingham Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Chelmsford Train Station is less than 1 km away.

Fantastic location & extremely well equipped even for a 1 night stay

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9.1
Superb
37 reviews
Price from
£162
per night

Offering a terrace and quiet street view, Modern 2 bed town house quiet street near station is located in Chelmsford, 8.9 km from Hylands Park and 22 km from Freeport Braintree. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 300 metres from Chelmsford Train Station.

It was an small old property that was impeccably renovated with modern appliances but keeping the charm. The location was so central to everything. The owners allowed us to check in early and leave late which was a bonus. Could not recommend it highly enough.

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9.1
Superb
34 reviews
Price from
£166.25
per night

Set in Chelmsford in the Essex region, with Chelmsford Train Station nearby, Riverside Apartment Chelmsford offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 23 km from Freeport Braintree, 32 km from Upminster and 34 km from Adventure Island. The property is non-smoking and is located 9.4 km from Hylands Park.

The hospitality shown by the host.

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9.2
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
£160.83
per night

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
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  • Channels Hotel
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 647 reviews

    Dating back to the 15th century, this Tudor house and converted stable block is set in the grounds of Channels Estate.

    Fantastic location, beautiful room with bags of character

  • The Lion Inn
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 490 reviews

    An independent hotel with a continental feel, the Lion Inn has a bar, an elegant bistro-style restaurant and spacious air-conditioned rooms flat-screen TVs and free wired internet.

    It was very cosy, quaint with a nice friendly atmosphere.

  • Meadows Barn
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 174 reviews

    Set within 12 km of Hylands Park and 9 km of Chelmsford Cathedral in Chelmsford, Meadows Barn features self-catering accommodation with seating area and flat-screen TV. Complimentary WiFi is offered.

    Plenty of room, comfortable and peaceful location.

  • Unique Boat in Chelmsford city
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Unique Boat in Chelmsford city is situated in Chelmsford, 9.1 km from Hylands Park, 23 km from Freeport Braintree, and 31 km from Upminster.

    Very clean, great location everything you need within walking distance, great communication. 100% will be booking again soon!

  • Charming 2-Bed Apartment in Danbury essex
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Located 10 km from Chelmsford Train Station, Charming 2-Bed Apartment in Danbury essex provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Comfortable beds. Good kitchen and living room. Nice coffee.

  • Beautiful Riverview Apartment Chelmsford
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Offering river views, Beautiful Riverview Apartment Chelmsford is an accommodation set in Chelmsford, 10 km from Hylands Park and 23 km from Freeport Braintree.

  • Bond Street Luxury Apartment Central Chelmsford
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 37 reviews

    Bond Street Luxury Apartment Central Chelmsford is situated in Chelmsford, 10 km from Hylands Park, 23 km from Freeport Braintree, and 32 km from Upminster.

    Superb location, extremely well equipped, comfortable

  • Riverside Apartment Chelmsford
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Set in Chelmsford in the Essex region, with Chelmsford Train Station nearby, Riverside Apartment Chelmsford offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    family friendly with all the necessary amenities we needed . the manager Jem is super helpful and awesome!!

Great access to the city centre! Check these cheap hotels in Chelmsford

  • The Kings Head
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Chelmsford, in a historic building, 4.1 km from Chelmsford Train Station, The Kings Head is a recently renovated holiday home with massage services and garden.

  • D34 Steeple Bay Caravan Site
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Chelmsford, D34 Steeple Bay Caravan Site offers accommodation with heated pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Pass the Keys Cosy flat in Chelmsford
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Pass the Keys Cosy flat in Chelmsford is set in Chelmsford, 7.1 km from Hylands Park, 25 km from Freeport Braintree, as well as 29 km from Upminster.

  • Pass the Keys Cosy Home in Chelmsford
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Pass the Keys Cosy Home in Chelmsford is situated in Chelmsford, 11 km from Hylands Park, 22 km from Freeport Braintree, as well as 33 km from Upminster.

  • Contractor Heaven! Huge Driveway For 4 Vans, Comfy Beds, Netflix & Garden
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Situated in Chelmsford, Contractor Heaven! Huge Driveway For 4 Vans, Comfy Beds, Netflix & Garden is a recently renovated accommodation, 4.7 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 13 km from Hylands...

  • Channels Retreat
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 39 reviews

    Located in Chelmsford, 6.9 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 15 km from Hylands Park, Channels Retreat provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

    very clean and beautiful place! best recommendation!

  • Beautiful Chelmsford Apartment
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 22 reviews

    Beautiful Chelmsford Apartment is set in Chelmsford, 7.8 km from Hylands Park, 24 km from Freeport Braintree, as well as 30 km from Upminster.

    Interior design of the flat. It had everything we needed.

  • Spacious Three Bed Central Chelmsford House - Free Parking & Wifi
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Spacious Three Bed Central Chelmsford House - Free Parking & Wifi, a property with a garden, is situated in Chelmsford, 6.9 km from Hylands Park, 24 km from Freeport Braintree, as well as 29 km from...

    Clean tidy and spacious with modem kitchen and bathroom

  • Modern 2 bed town house quiet street near station
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 34 reviews

    Offering a terrace and quiet street view, Modern 2 bed town house quiet street near station is located in Chelmsford, 8.9 km from Hylands Park and 22 km from Freeport Braintree.

    Everything. communicating with the host via a camera made it easier

  • The Compasses
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 553 reviews

    Situated in the quiet hamlet of Littley Green in the heart of the Essex countryside, The Compasses is a Victorian Pub steeped in history and tradition.

    It’s character, it’s setting & it’s very friendly staff

  • Modern Cosy Warm Home With Free Parking
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 51 reviews

    Set in Chelmsford and only 4.8 km from Chelmsford Train Station, Modern Cosy Warm Home With Free Parking offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Clean and well equipped, well organised, great host

  • Central Chelmsford Apartment with Garden
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Situated in Chelmsford, the recently renovated Central Chelmsford Apartment with Garden offers accommodation 1 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 9.2 km from Hylands Park.

  • Cosy 2 bedroom house - With Free Parking and Wifi
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews

    Located in Chelmsford, the recently renovated Cosy 2 bedroom house - With Free Parking and Wifi features accommodation 4.7 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 11 km from Hylands Park.

  • The Avenues
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews

    The Avenues, a property with a shared lounge and a garden, is set in Chelmsford, 6.4 km from Hylands Park, 2.4 km from Chelmsford Cathedral, as well as 1.6 km from Chelmsford City Council.

    Very nice house with lots of rooms for a family stay

  • Luxurious One Bedroom Apartment in Bond Street
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 77 reviews

    Situated in Chelmsford, 1.1 km from Chelmsford Train Station, Luxurious One Bedroom Apartment in Bond Street features accommodation with water sports facilities, free WiFi and a lift.

    The bed was nice and so was the bathroom. It was quite cosy

  • Parkway House
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 84 reviews

    Parkway House is situated in Chelmsford, less than 1 km from Chelmsford Train Station, 8.1 km from Hylands Park, and 24 km from Freeport Braintree.

    location was great, check in process nice and simple

  • Pontlands Park Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,044 reviews

    Pontlands Park is located in countryside just 15 minutes’ drive from the M25 and 30 minutes from Stansted Airport. Built in 1879 the hotel features Victorian architecture and relaxed splendour.

    The staff are great, facilities amazing and hotel is beautiful

  • Chelmsford Centre View Sleep 4 Next Chelmer canal
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews

    Situated 8.8 km from Hylands Park, 24 km from Freeport Braintree and 31 km from Upminster, Chelmsford Centre View Sleep 4 Next Chelmer canal features accommodation set in Chelmsford.

    a wonderful place to come with the family, it is in the center of everything

  • Flat in the Heart of Chelmsford
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7 reviews

    Flat in the Heart of Chelmsford is set in Chelmsford, 10 km from Hylands Park, 23 km from Freeport Braintree, as well as 32 km from Upminster.

    die Wohnung ist groß und geschmackvoll eingerichtet

  • New London Life Executive Apartments
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 42 reviews

    Offering city views, New London Life Executive Apartments is an accommodation located in Chelmsford, less than 1 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 8.6 km from Hylands Park.

    Nice & cosy Beautiful place to stay Had everything you needed

  • The Riverside Inn
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 568 reviews

    The Riverside Inn is a converted 17th-century mill situated on the River Chelmer, just 5 minutes’ walk from Chelmsford town center and Rail Station.

    It was clean. The staff were very friendly. Lovely location

  • 4 bedroom House Free Parking Contractor's Haven
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, 4 bedroom House Free Parking Contractor's Haven is set in Chelmsford, 9 km from Hylands Park and 22 km from Freeport Braintree.

    Location to conner shop's and train station was local.

  • Modern 2 Bed Apartment Near City Centre
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 16 reviews

    Modern 2 Bed Apartment Near City Centre is situated in Chelmsford, 13 km from Hylands Park, 21 km from Freeport Braintree, and 34 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station.

  • 2 Bed Apartment with Free Parking
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 36 reviews

    Located in Chelmsford and only 700 metres from Chelmsford Train Station, 2 Bed Apartment with Free Parking provides accommodation with quiet street views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Lovely and clean well situated, perfect accommodation.

  • Emerald Lodge Central 3 Bed house walking distance to centre, cricket ground and station
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Emerald Lodge Central 3 Bed house walking distance to centre, cricket ground and station is situated in Chelmsford, 1.5 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 8 km...

  • The Hideaway Pod
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews

    Situated in Hatfield Peverel, The Hideaway Pod has a swing chair over looking the lake. The pod offers lake views and features a seating area.

    The location and how quiet it was day and night. John was brilliant to meet.

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Cheap hotels that guests love in Chelmsford

  • Avg. price/night: £356.91
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 15 reviews
    Very clean and great location for Chelmsford.
    Nicholas
    Group
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews
    Very clean, great location everything you need within walking distance, great communication. 100% will be booking again soon!
    Vanessa
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 253 reviews
    Great location Great price Nice added extras I.e bread milk cereal Very clean and modern Will definitely be booking again
    Kim
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £80
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 568 reviews
    Nice, quirky pub, our room was very large. Very clean. The pub itself was nice and busy. Parking directly opposite in the car park. Staff were lovely and friendly. Great location. Lovely breakfast biscuits available.
    Michelle
    People with friends
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 253 reviews
    Great location very clean nice touches Milk bread jams butter selection of cereals
    Ainslie
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews
    Very clean apartment at an excellent location. The host was super helpful! I highly recommend it!
    DESPO
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £126
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,044 reviews
    This hotel was situated in nice quiet location and the staff were very friendly and attentive. The room was great, spacious, very clean and the bed was very comfy. The bathroom also had a great power shower too! Had a meal in the hotel restaurant which was excellent top class really enjoyed it! Can't fault this place I will definitely be staying there again when I'm in the area!
    Barry
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £148
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 77 reviews
    Very clean and modern but cosy, easy to access, great location, friendly owner, soundproof, great tv, looks the same as the pictures.
    Katie
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6 reviews
    Great location, near to where we needed to be. Very comfortable and well equipped. Plenty of parking. All you could possible need was in the kitchen, had a very homely feel. Very clean throughout. Rang before hand to ask about recommendations for Taxi and they were very helpful in providing a couple of firms. Happi Cabs were brilliant and easy to deal with.
    Erica
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £126
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,044 reviews
    The hotel was very nice outside and inside, service very good. The evening meal was good and service very attentive. The room was nicely furnished, large and very clean. The bathroom was also spotless. We were only staying one evening so did not have the opportunity to use the full facilities. It was very easy to find and an ideal location for what we needed. If I ever have cause to stay in the area again I will definitely be back.
    Nicole
    Group

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