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The Ferry Boat Inn

The Ferry Boat Inn

3.5 star property
Chelmsford
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (61)
"The bed was extremely comfy,the room was lovely,the food was great with lots of options,the staff were very friendly and efficient,would definitely go back,five star rating."
United Kingdom
RICHARD
The price is ￥18,632
￥22,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
The Ferry Boat Inn
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
Pontlands Park

Pontlands Park

3.5 star property
Chelmsford
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (408)
"Good hotel, friendly staff and great food "
United Kingdom
Brian
The price is ￥22,514
￥27,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Pontlands Park
Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
County Hotel Chelmsford

County Hotel Chelmsford

4.0 star property
Chelmsford
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (535)
"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"
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is ￥16,699
￥20,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
County Hotel Chelmsford
Outdoor spa tub
Awarded 'Best Boutique Stay' w/hot tub, bar and karaoke room

Awarded 'Best Boutique Stay' w/hot tub, bar and karaoke room

Essex
The price is ￥333,308
￥445,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Awarded 'Best Boutique Stay' w/hot tub, bar and karaoke room
Front of property
The Ship Hotel

The Ship Hotel

4.5 star property
Leigh-on-Sea
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"Excellent hotel room and food "
United Kingdom
Gordon
The price is ￥18,477
￥22,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
The Ship Hotel
Restaurant
Ridings at Theobalds Park

Ridings at Theobalds Park

3.0 star property
Cheshunt
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (149)
"Great place"
United Kingdom
Gareth
The price is ￥11,561
￥13,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Ridings at Theobalds Park
Miscellaneous
Novotel London Stansted Airport

Novotel London Stansted Airport

4.0 star property
Stansted
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1119)
"Convenient stay close to the airport."
United Kingdom
Kavitha
The price is ￥12,283
￥14,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Novotel London Stansted Airport
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Oyster Fleet Hotel

Oyster Fleet Hotel

2.0 star property
Canvey Island
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Very good, staff, food and room."
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is ￥12,939
￥15,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Oyster Fleet Hotel
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Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Clean room, friendly staff, lovely food. "
United Kingdom
Mike
The price is ￥11,731
￥14,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
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Greyhound Cottage

Greyhound Cottage

3.5 star property
Sudbury
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"This property is a gem in the heart of Sudbury. The house is a beautifully restored piece of history. "
Australia
David
Greyhound Cottage
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Chelmsford Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"All fab "
Claire 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

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Frequently asked questions

What's Chelmsford like for family-friendly vacations?
If you've been thinking about a trip with your kids, the welcoming destination of Chelmsford is a good choice. The parks, festivals, and gardens are just a few things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Fly into Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 14 mi (22.5 km) from the city center.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Chelmsford?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Chelmsford is 26 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Chelmsford?
While you and your family are visiting Chelmsford, you might want to check out some kid-friendly attractions such as Bond Street, Danbury Country Park, and Marsh Farm Country Park. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Museum of Chelmsford and Forest Drive Shops.
What's the best way for us to get around Chelmsford?
If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from Chelmsford Station, Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station, or Chelmsford South Woodham Ferrers Station. Chelmsford might not have very many public transit options so consider renting a car to explore more.