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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 ￥18,687
￥22,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
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 ￥22,581
￥27,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
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 ￥16,748
￥20,097 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 ￥334,295
￥446,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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 ￥18,532
￥22,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
The Ship Hotel
Lobby
The Kings Arms, Colchester A120

The Kings Arms, Colchester A120

3.0 star property
Colchester
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (125)
"We liked the view from the room and the breakfast options"
United Kingdom
Diane
The price is ￥16,974
￥20,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
The Kings Arms, Colchester A120
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 ￥11,965
￥14,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Ridings at Theobalds Park
Exterior
The Queen Phillippa

The Queen Phillippa

4.0 star property
Queenborough
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374)
"An absolute hidden gem, our second visit & won’t be our last. Hotel spotlessly clean, staff super friendly and wonderful value for money. "
United Kingdom
Sonia
The price is ￥12,024
￥14,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
The Queen Phillippa
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 ￥12,320
￥14,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Novotel London Stansted Airport
Exterior
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Clean room, friendly staff, lovely food. "
United Kingdom
Mike
The price is ￥11,766
￥14,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
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 2 days 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.