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Our top choices for Brightlingsea hotels

Indoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM, sun loungers
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
4.0 star property
Ipswich
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"Nice stay and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is ￥10,791
￥12,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served
Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG
4.0 star property
Ipswich
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"The room was spotless staff were very friendly and helpful and a special thank you will go to Marta at breakfast she was so helpful and polite and friendly thank you Marta 10/10 "
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is ￥9,731
￥11,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG
Front of property - evening/night
easyHotel Ipswich

easyHotel Ipswich

easyHotel Ipswich
3.0 star property
Ipswich
7.6 out of 10, Good, (926)
"Great check in staff lovely rooms super clean "
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is ￥5,677
￥6,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
easyHotel Ipswich
Interior
The Mill Hotel

The Mill Hotel

The Mill Hotel
3.0 star property
Sudbury
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (622)
"Lovely hotel very friendly in a beautiful location "
United Kingdom
Janice
The Mill Hotel
Front of property
The Oyster Smack Inn

The Oyster Smack Inn

The Oyster Smack Inn
3.0 star property
Burnham-on-Crouch
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (18)
"Perfect for a 1 night work trip"
United Kingdom
peter
The price is ￥18,050
￥21,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
The Oyster Smack Inn
Terrace/patio
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
Ipswich
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (406)
"Excellent stay staff were all excellent."
United Kingdom
Gordon
The price is ￥9,563
￥11,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
Exterior
B&B HOTEL Ipswich

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

B&B HOTEL Ipswich
4.0 star property
Ipswich
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"I will definitely stay again."
United Kingdom
Zoe
The price is ￥8,167
￥9,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
Bar (on property)
Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel
4.0 star property
Maldon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (175)
"Very good breakfast menu, nice rooms and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
William
The price is ￥22,390
￥26,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG
4.0 star property
Ipswich
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (687)
"Welcoming staff and pleasant room as expected from previous visits."
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is ￥10,252
￥12,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG
Exterior
The Marquis

The Marquis

The Marquis
4.0 star property
Ipswich
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (104)
"Great hotel in a beautiful location. Good restaurant and wine menu "
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is ￥39,453
￥47,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
The Marquis
Reception
OYO The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford

OYO The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford

OYO The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford
3.0 star property
Witham
6.6 out of 10, (225)
"was good - cheap & ok for a place to stay "
United Kingdom
clair
The price is ￥9,472
￥12,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
OYO The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford
Lobby lounge
Salthouse Harbour Hotel

Salthouse Harbour Hotel

Salthouse Harbour Hotel
4.0 star property
Ipswich
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (779)
"My first stay here but not my last. Beautiful location "
United Kingdom
Christine
The price is ￥27,473
￥32,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Salthouse Harbour Hotel
Select Comfort beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Best Western Ipswich Hotel

Best Western Ipswich Hotel

Best Western Ipswich Hotel
4.0 star property
Ipswich
7.4 out of 10, Good, (729)
"Comfy large beds, friendly staff, nice pool and sauna."
United Kingdom
Loraine
The price is ￥8,341
￥10,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Best Western Ipswich Hotel
Exterior
Novotel Ipswich

Novotel Ipswich

Novotel Ipswich
4.0 star property
Ipswich
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Easy parking and a very well located hotel to walk around the town. "
United Kingdom
David
The price is ￥10,947
￥13,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Novotel Ipswich
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Room amenity
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great variety of breakfast, rooms very clean and overall a nice comfy modern hotel "
United Kingdom
David
The price is ￥9,036
￥10,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
Exterior
The Ferry Boat Inn

The Ferry Boat Inn

The Ferry Boat Inn
3.5 star property
Chelmsford
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"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 ￥18,744
￥22,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
The Ferry Boat Inn
Bar (on property)
The Dog Inn

The Dog Inn

The Dog Inn
3.0 star property
Halstead
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (100)
"Enjoyable stay"
United Kingdom
Stevan
The price is ￥15,620
￥18,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
The Dog Inn
Bar (on property)
The White Horse

The White Horse

The White Horse
4.0 star property
Maldon
6.0 out of 10, (37)
"Really nice place to stay in Maldon. Lovely staff and super helpful "
United Kingdom
Hannah
The price is ￥19,784
￥23,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
The White Horse
Duplex Suite | Courtyard view
GreyFriars

GreyFriars

GreyFriars
3.5 star property
Colchester
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (633)
"We had a wonderful stay all the staff were very helpful, we will stay there again,"
United Kingdom
Helen
GreyFriars
Exterior
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
4.0 star property
Colchester
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"breakfast was very good , Staff were friendly and plenty of parking. "
United Kingdom
Papa
The price is ￥9,557
￥11,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG
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Stay near popular Brightlingsea attractions

Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Catch an event at Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool during your trip to Brightlingsea. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.
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Learn more about Brightlingsea

This charming Essex seaside town invites you to explore its colorful beach huts and watch sailing boats at Brightlingsea Creek. Join locals at the open-air lido in summer or take the foot ferry to Point Clear for coastal walks with stunning views.

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Top Brightlingsea Hotel Reviews

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Whilst dinner was excellent, breakfast was lukewarm at best. Everything else was excellent and will definitely return"
Lynne 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa

More cheap stays in Brightlingsea

Bridge Guest House

Bridge Guest House

4-6 Ancaster Road Ipswich England
The price is ￥7,646 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
￥7,646
￥9,175 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (782 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Brightlingsea?
Located 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from the heart of Brightlingsea, Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other options for your trip to the area are B&B HOTEL Ipswich and Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Brightlingsea.
What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Brightlingsea?
Rc 39: You might want to consider this vacation home rental near Brightlingsea, which is located near the beach and has an indoor pool, a garden, and WiFi to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a full-sized fridge, a dishwasher, and an oven, so you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Brightlingsea.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Brightlingsea, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Brightlingsea.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Brightlingsea?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Brightlingsea, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are some accommodations with pools in Brightlingsea?
Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG: Features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. The Essex Golf and Country Club and Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester are two additional hotels that offer an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Brightlingsea.
What is the best accommodation for staying close to Stansted Airport (STN)?
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport is a popular 3-star hotel featuring free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Stansted Airport. Other good options within close proximity to the airport include Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport and Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport.
How is it to stay in Brightlingsea?
Travelers to Brightlingsea will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 1258 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about Brightlingsea.
What should I see while I'm in Brightlingsea?
A favorite place to visit is Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool. You'll also find St. Osyth Beach and Jaywick Martello Tower in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Brightlingsea guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Brightlingsea?
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Brightlingsea is 29 inches.

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