Ilfracombe House Hotel - Offering good value en suite rooms, this hotel with private car park is ideally situated adjacent to Southend seafront and the town centre. Popular with pilots and cabin crew from nearby Southend Airport, all the rooms at the Ilfracombe House Hotel have 19 Sky/TV channels and a DVD player, a power shower, free wireless broadband internet and a mini fridge. There is now a full Sky Bar package in the bar/lounge area. Guests can relax in the spacious and comfortable Chesterfield-style fireside lounge, study and luxury bar areas which are delicately lit throughout with crystal chandelier lighting. Hot and cold food is served daily between midday and 20:00 from the bar menu, or via room service. All rates include a full English cooked breakfast from the hotel's new hot buffet breakfast counter, available until 11:00 daily.

Roslin Beach Hotel - With some of the best views of the Thames Estuary in Southend-on-Sea, this newly refurbished hotel offers free Wi-Fi, free parking, delicious cuisine and light, attractive modern rooms. Situated in the beautiful, peaceful Thorpe Bay area, the Roslin Beach Hotel looks out over the charming beach, which has recently acquired the Quality Coast Award. Great for a quiet, relaxing break, Thorpe Bay is only 5 minutes' walk from the vibrant seaside resort of Southend-on-Sea, which boasts one of the best records for sunshine in the UK. The light, airy modern rooms have flat-screen digital TVs, telephones, hairdryers, tea/coffee making facilities and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms have fabulous views of the Thames Estuary. The restaurant and the new conservatory have spectacular estuary views, as does the lounge bar, which is open 24 hours a day for guests. Tides Restaurant offers seafood specialities and classic British dishes made with fresh local produce and a contemporary twist.

Palms Hotel - Palms Hotel is situated in Hornchurch, South West Essex on the A127, and is is just 2 miles from J.29 of the M25.We are sixteen miles from central London and offer ease of access, ample car parking and superb facilities.

Best Western Marks Tey Hotel - This modern hotel and leisure club, located to the south of Colchester, is the premier hotel in north Essex. The hotel features 110 bedrooms which have been carefully designed with your personal comfort in mind. The beautiful scenes of Constable country, including Flatford Mill and Dedham, are a short distance and numerous other attractions include Colchester Castle, art galleries, stately homes, gardens and a number of English vineyards open to the public. The elegant lounge and cocktail bar provides the perfect meeting place and somewhere to relax before dining in the splendid Roman Room Restaurant, which offers a selection of international cuisine, complemented by carefully selected wines from around the world and served by friendly and professional staff. The Lifestyle Health & Leisure Club is complimentary to residents during their stay and facilities include a 15-metre indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam and sauna rooms, fully air-conditioned gymnasium and 2 outdoor tennis courts. Beauty treatments are available by appointment and for an additional charge. Unfortunately the hotel does not have a lift.

The Oakland Hotel - This friendly hotel close to the River Crouch offers basic, good-value accommodation and serves traditional pub food. Jaydeez Bar is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and the friendly staff aim to make you feel welcome. There is live entertainment on some evenings. The Oakland Hotel has en suite rooms with free tea and coffee. Most rooms have recently been refurbished. The bridal suite has a four-poster bed and a spa bath. The hotel is in the centre of South Woodham Ferrers, near a new indoor swimming pool complex, a gym with squash courts, tennis courts, a sauna and massage facilities. Next door is a beauty salon.

The Red Lion Hotel - The Red Lion Hotel is an historical Grade I listed building (1465) located in the town centre of historic Colchester. The hotel is located in the town centre and has excellent transport links to the M11, M25, Stansted Airport, Cambridge and Harwich. There are numerous shops nearby including well-known chain stores and smaller, boutique style shops. A quiet retreat from the modern world outside, the hotel's Tudor features and warm red and gold fabrics provide a luxurious and relaxing environment in which to enjoy your stay.

Esplanade Hotel - A warm welcome is assured at this hotel in Clacton-on-Sea, ideal for spring and autumn breaks. The picturesque countryside is dotted with charming towns and villages. The Esplanade Hotel is ideally situated on the seafront. It is south- facing and overlooks the sea. Attractive views may be enjoyed from the garden, public rooms and many of the bedrooms. The hotel is ideally situated for visiting Constable country and historic Colchester. The bar, Restaurant and lounge are easily accessible and the rooms are with limited disable access. The location is quiet yet very convenient, a short easy walk to the pier, attractions and town centre. Clacton-on-Sea is located on the Essex sunshine coast. The gardens are superb and the pier offers free entry with many attractions.We have wireless internet as well as telephone network facilities or you may hire our laptop and work in the bar/lounge while you enjoy a drink. Please be aware that the hotel has no lift.

Prested Hall - With contemporary style and comfort within an historic listed country house, this privately owned hotel sits discreetly amid 75 acres of Essex parkland, within 30 minutes of Stansted Airport. Partially surrounded by a moat, Prested Hall offers 15th and 18th century interiors, stunning Art Nouveau decor and elegant 1930s extensions. With 10 attractive en suite rooms and an additional 6 one and two-bedroom serviced apartments, an adjacent health club and established events facilities, the owners of Prested Hall have attempted to create a place of quality, where comfort, style and relaxation exist without cold formality. Hotel guests will find helpful staff and attention to detail, with fresh flowers throughout the house, along with books to browse through, DVDs to borrow, real coffee in the rooms, breakfast house specials and, always, the pleasure of being away from city stress amid beautiful surroundings. Situated just off the A12, a 5-minute drive from Kelvedon Station.

The White Hart Hotel - In the pretty market town of Coggeshall, this stunning building dates back to the 15th century and still boasts many beautiful original features, such as historic oak beams. The White Hart Hotel's beautiful and historic interiors reflect its picturesque setting in this charming town. Carefully preserved and sensitively renovated the rooms still retain their traditional charm and historic character, while also boasting modern comforts and amenities. Each room has a telephone, a hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, a TV and CD and DVD players. The hotel has a bar, an outdoor terrace and its very own classic European-style ? la carte restaurant. The White Hart has a superb reputation for its cuisine and has won several awards, including a Michelin recommendation and an AA Rosette award. In the heart of rural Essex, the restaurant uses the finest, freshest locally sourced seasonal produce to create delicious fresh flavours.

Best Western The Rose and Crown Hotel - Within walking distance of Colchester town centre, this 14th-century posting house, restored over the centuries, is within easy reach of East Anglia's historic sights. Imagine sleeping in a 14th-century room, with all the amenities of the modern day. Choose from either the historic oak-beamed rooms located in the original house, or the more contemporary rooms in the new wing. All rooms are en suite and have a new entertainment system which allows you to email, surf the web, play games, order movies and listen to music. Public and meeting areas also have Wi-Fi access. Search for the hotel's special Christmas party nights, with tribute artists performing the hits of Cher (14 November), Madonna (08 December) and Kylie (15 December).

Essex County Hotel - The Essex County Hotel is the only hotel in the seaside resort of Southend to be able to offer 75 luxury rooms, a 120-seater quality restaurant and 2 licensed bars. With several dining and conference rooms, the hotel can comfortably accommodate parties of anything from 2 to 250 people. There are 75 well-equipped en suite rooms and ample free car parking available for all guests. The hotel is also fully licensed to carry out wedding ceremonies and equipped to host your evening reception.

Ramada Colchester - The Ramada Colchester is a fine base for exploring Constable Country and the East Anglian coastline. The hotel is convenient for all major routes from London and Harwich and is close to the principal business parks. The Ramada Colchester (formerly Butterfly) is superbly located for business and leisure travel. The hotel has 50 rooms, including 4 suites. All rooms have en suite facilities, upgraded security, trouser press, hairdryer and interactive multi-channel TV & Radio systems. Wi-Fi access is available in bedrooms and public areas. Sky Sports is also available in the bar.

Premier Inn Basildon East Mayne - Close to the A127 and only 20 minutes from Southend, Chelmsford and the M25 motorway, this modern hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Basildon East Mayne has a convenient location. There are local train stations 10 minutes away, on the Fenchurch line. Just 5 minutes away, the local leisure development offers bowling, a cinema and various bars and clubs. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk and some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is available each morning and includes the expected cooked items such as scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The hotel is next to the Watermill Beefeater restaurant, which specialises in char-grilled steaks.

George Hotel - A 500-year-old coaching house, steeped in history, located in the heart of Colchester, England's oldest recorded town. Please note the hotel does not have a lift or any rooms on the ground floor. Home to a distinctive, lively brasserie restaurant boasting good quality English and European dishes. Choose from a fine ? la carte menu or excellent value table d'h?te menu. The George also hosts a popular Lounge Bar area serving food and drink throughout the day in spacious surroundings, making it the ideal place to relax and take a break from the bustling town centre. We have forty-seven beautiful, individually decorated, spacious, bedrooms equipped to a high standard. The ideal base for business and leisure guests alike.

Premier Inn Southend-On-Sea (Thorpe Bay) - Superbly located, Premier Inn Southend-on-Sea (Thorpe Bay) is on the seafront, with excellent access to Southend Central, Southend East and Thorpe Bay rail stations. Southend Pier is nearby. Some of the comfortable rooms at Premier Inn can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children are also served a free full breakfast, when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast includes cooked items, vegetarian options and a wide continental selection. Premier Inn Southend-on-Sea (Thorpe Bay) is next to The Halfway House pub restaurant, serving a varied menu in a welcoming environment. There is free on-site parking and a 24-hour reception at this Premier Inn.

Hilton London Stansted Airport - Set within the perimeter of the Airport, the Hilton London Stansted Airport hotel is 8 minutes by shuttle bus from the terminal. Just 45 minutes by train from central London, the hotel boasts 16 meeting rooms for 2 - 250. Work out in the gym, swim in the pool and round off your day in Amy's restaurant.

Riverside Hotel - With free parking and free Wi-Fi, this Tudor building dates back to 1604 and is situated on the banks of the River Colne, close to Colchester's town centre and the railway station. Originally built in the 17th century, the Riverside Hotel has 18 en suite rooms, all with tea/coffee making facilities. Both of Colchester's railways stations are just a short walk away, with London Liverpool Street only 50 minutes away by train. The port of Harwich is also within easy reach. Colchester is England's oldest recorded town and the hotel makes a great base from which to explore the area's Roman, Saxon and Norman heritage. Colchester Castle and its beautiful grounds are just a short journey away. The East Anglian coastline is also within easy reach, as is Flatford Mill, the inspiration for John Constable's The Hay Wain. The hotel is just a short distance from the leisure centre, the theatre and Colchester Zoo, with nightclubs and Colchester's main business parks also close by.

Wivenhoe House Hotel - Elegantly refurbished and offering all the comfort and hospitality of a country house. Wivenhoe House is an 18th century manor, delightfully situated in its own parkland grounds on the edge of Colchester. The hotel offers a quiet and comfortable stay away from the busy town centre. Our friendly, long established, team of staff will do their utmost to ensure that you have a pleasant stay, whether your visit is for business or pleasure.

Whitehall Hotel - Just 10 minutes from Stansted Airport via its own shuttle bus, Whitehall Hotel is a superbly restored Elizabethan manor house with free car parking - ideal for airport departures. Offering high-quality service and a warm and friendly atmosphere, the hotel has an award-winning restaurant and Wi-Fi internet. Whitehall is a relaxing retreat with spacious rooms, some of which have views over the gardens, lawns and countryside. The 15th-century timbered restaurant overlooks the gardens and the delightful terrace. The kitchen was originally designed by Gary Rhodes. The chefs produces fine food using mostly local produce. Four adaptable conference and banqueting rooms all have natural daylight and can host up to 120 people.

The Hotel Continental - A small independent hotel overlooking the sea at Dovercourt Bay, minutes by car from Harwich International Port. A modern interior in a Victorian seaside property which is painted bright yellow on the outside, reminiscent of buttercups, sunflowers and oilseed rape. It is very informal, unpretentious and friendly. Open to residents and non-residents alike.

Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club and Spa - Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club & Spa - a complete destination. Located within easy reach of Colchester & Chelmsford as well as London and major road networks. Nestled in 320 acres of beautiful Essex countryside and surrounded by two 18 hole golf courses, Five Lakes Resort offers the ultimate in four star luxury. Its innovative design and modern facade together with extensive leisure, health, beauty and sporting activities, truly launches Five Lakes Resort into the 21st Century. Every effort has been made to provide all of the facilities to enable you to take time out to recharge your batteries, rejuvenate body and mind, enjoy recreational sport or simply indulge the senses. Five Lakes is located within easy reach of the M25, A12 and M11 road networks. We are only 35 miles from London Stansted Airport.

Blueberry Hotel Braintree - Blueberry Hotel Braintree is one mile from the town centre and 12 miles (19.2 km) from Stansted Airport. For residents there is a 24-hour reception, a bar and a restaurant. The hotel is 14 miles (22.5 km) from the M11 and a short trip from the shopping village at Freeport Braintree, exotic restaurants and pubs. It is a convenient base for visiting Towerlands Park, Fennes, Leez Priory and Gosfield Hall. In the morning, an all-you-can-eat English breakfast is available (at an additional cost) for a great start to the day. The Riverside Leisure Centre is 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the hotel and has a swimming pool, gym, and a registered cr?che. Braintree Golf Club is 3 miles (4.8 km) away, and there is a running path nearby.

The Oasis Hotel - With free airport parking for 7 days, the hotel is 350 metres from Harlow Mill Railway Station and less than 10 miles (16 km) from both London Stansted Airport and the junction of the M25 and M11. The Oasis Hotel makes a convenient base for those flying via Stansted Airport. The rooms are of a high standard and airport transfers are available. Harlow Mill Railway Station offers regular services to and from Stansted Airport, London Liverpool Street, Cambridge and Stratford (London). The number 510 bus runs every 20 minutes, 24 hours a day, between the hotel and the airport. The hotel also has a good location from which to visit Lakeside and Bluewater shopping centres and all the attractions of central London are accessible via the M11 motorway or the train and Tube. The hotel also boasts 2 excellent restaurants, one offering Chinese food and one serving Indian cuisine.

Premier Inn Colchester North - Just off junction 29 of the A12 and less than 3 miles (5 km) from the very heart of Colchester's town centre, the hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Colchester North/A12 has a convenient location for both business and leisure guests, close to Severalls Business Park. Local attractions include Colchester Zoo and Colchester Castle. Colchester Railway Station is just 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk and some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is available each morning and includes the expected cooked items such as scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The on-site Table Table restaurant offers a fresh new twist on eating out.

Best Western Stansted Manor Hotel - Located just 3 miles (5 km) from Stansted Airport and one mile (1.6 km) from junction 8 of the M11, this hotel offers a surprisingly peaceful setting in 8 acres of woodland. Despite its convenient location close to a major airport and motorway, the Best Western Stansted Manor Hotel has a quiet woodland setting, away from the airport flight path. Start your trip with The Best Western Stansted Manor Hotel's 'stay, park and fly' package. Enjoy a peaceful night's rest before your flight before using the 'meet and greet' service at the airport terminal front door. Your car is then valet parked by friendly uniformed drivers (1.5 miles / 2.4 km from the terminal) and is returned to the airport on your return. No need to use a transfer bus, or struggle with heavy bags.

Holiday Inn Brentwood - This contemporary hotel boasts well-equipped rooms, convenient amenities and modern business facilities; within easy reach of the Bluewater and Lakeside shopping complexes. When not unwinding in your air-conditioned, broadband enabled room; you can relax in the indoor swimming pool, whirlpool and saunal; or have a workout in the gym. You can even indulge yourself with a beauty treatment. The Trader's restaurant is on-site to cater for all tastes, offering dedicated 24 hour room service. The 4 multi-functional conference rooms can be reserved to provide a tailored solution to any group occasion.

County Hotel - This newly refurbished, large town centre hotel is located just a few minutes' walk from the train station, and close to Chelmsford town centre. Reach central London via a direct, 35 minute train route. Chelmsford Museum, Essex County Cricket Club, Riverside Ice and Leisure and Chelmsford Cathedral, amongst other attractions, are all within walking distance of the hotel. The County Hotel prides itself on its superb service, making it an excellent place to stay if you are visiting Chelmsford or its surrounding areas. The 51 spacious and contemporary rooms are bright and stylish, and feature flat screen TVs, free wireless internet access and satellite TV. The acclaimed County Kitchen Restaurant offers a comfortable, informal yet stylish dining experience and is the perfect place to enjoy classic British food in a modern style.

Weald Park Hotel Golf and Country Club - This small, family-run hotel set in 150 acres of countryside is situated just 5 minutes drive from the heart of Brentwood and only minutes from junction 28 of the M25. With its own 18-hole golf course the 18th century courtyard-style hotel has an impressive backdrop. Weald Park offers you the peace and tranquillity of the countryside, despite being 20 minutes from central London. The beautiful Essex countryside offers many historic attractions to be enjoyed during your stay With the rolling hills of South Weald as its backdrop, the hotel is a couple of miles from the busy town of Brentwood. You will be pampered with good service as you unwind in the stress-free ambience.

Marygreen Manor - This is a fine example of early 16th century architecture and was initially the home of Henry Roper, gentleman servant to Catherine of Aragon. The building retains most of its original features, combined with every modern facility. This is an ideal venue for all of your leisure or business needs, offering a friendly and professional service.

Orsett Hall - In 12 acres of gardens, surrounded by beautiful countryside, this luxurious 4-star hotel offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and great relaxation facilities, including a spa, a gym and an on-site hair salon. Close to the A13 and within easy reach of the M25, Orsett Hall has a convenient yet peaceful location, surrounded by wonderful Essex countryside. With all the advantages and facilities of a new, purpose-built hotel, Orsett Hall boasts luxurious accommodation in individually designed rooms. All rooms have views out over the grounds and each room is beautifully appointed with its own unique charm. Every room is well equipped with modern comforts, including king-size beds, flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. The Sitting Room is the on-site hairdressing salon and the hotel also has a fully equipped gym and a spa, offering a range of relaxing and therapeutic treatments. There is free car parking for 200 cars.