The Westcliff Hotel - The Westcliff Hotel is a splendid Victorian hotel, close to the seafront with spectacular views over the Thames Estuary and easy access from the A13 and A127. The hotel is famous for weddings and conferences with a fine range of function rooms and fully licensed for wedding ceremonies. A renowned conservatory restaurant is complemented by free on-street parking.

Holiday Inn Colchester - In a quiet village setting, just off the A12, outside the ancient Roman town of Colchester, this modern hotel offers great value with free parking, air-conditioned rooms and an indoor pool. Close to junction 26 of the A12, the Holiday Inn Colchester has a convenient location, only 3 miles (5 km) from the very heart of Colchester, the oldest recorded town in Britain. London Stansted Airport is only a 40-minute drive away. All of the air-conditioned rooms have satellite TVs, PlayStations and high-speed internet access is available at an additional cost. All rooms are located on the first floor of the hotel and are en suite with a shower over the bath. Children under 12 years of age stay and eat for free. The hotel's own on-site health club has an indoor pool, a gym, a sauna, a steam room and a spa. The hotel offers 24-hour room service. The restaurant and bar serves traditional British dishes and international cuisine.

The Green Man Hotel - Only 16 miles (26 km) from Stansted Airport and just minutes from the M11/M25, this 14th century former coaching inn now offers comfortable en suite accommodation in this quiet village. The Green Man Hotel has a quiet, peaceful location in the charming little village of Old Harlow. There are 55 well-appointed en suite rooms in the annex at the rear of the hotel. During your stay, you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the Green Man Pub and Restaurant, which offers fine food and drink. The traditional bar and restaurant still houses many original features. The exposed wooden beams are of such historic significance that the building has acquired listed-building status. On some dates, the restaurant can be closed due to private functions taking place. Free on-site parking is available for guests. If you are flying from Stansted Airport, the hotel can offer free parking for up to 2 weeks if you book to stay for at least 2 nights. Transfers are not included, but the hotel can help with information regarding reaching the airport.

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.

Best Western Atlantic Hotel - A traditional hotel with contemporary twists, where you can enjoy comfortable, spacious and practical rooms designed with a stylish, modern decor and fabrics. All rates include full English breakfast. Rooms have simple, bold colours and cosy duvets. The rooms aren't just for sleeping in, they are for living in. All guest rooms are en suite and feature 32-inch flat-screen TVs with over 40 Freeview channels, ironing facilities, free Wi-Fi and a range of other facilities. The hotel provides free car parking for guests. Guests can enjoy free use of Fitness First gym, which is located opposite the hotel. The hotel is fully non-smoking. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and freshly prepared food in the New Street Brasserie.

The Essex Golf and Country Club Hotel - With great leisure facilities, food and views, Essex Golf and Country Club Hotel is on the outskirts of Colchester, a 20-minute drive from Stansted Airport and links to London. All residents receive free use of the swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath and gym. Reduced rates are also offered for tennis-court hire and golf. Additional facilities include a Techno gym, 9 tennis courts, a 9-hole golf course and a 12-bay, floodlit driving range. A free wireless internet hotspot is available throughout the hotel. Essex Golf & Country Club also has on-site beauty and hair salons. Many of the spacious en suite bedrooms have excellent views over the Championship golf course. All rooms have a flat-screen TV with Freeview and free toiletries.

The Balmoral - This modern hotel is close to the seafront, town centre and Westcliff-on-Sea Train Station. It has free Wi-Fi, free on-site parking and a restaurant and bar. The Balmoral is also close to theatres, casinos and Southend Pier. The restaurant serves Italian-style food, and snacks and drinks can be ordered from the bar. The hotel has a conference room for small meetings.

Kingscliff Hotel - We are the premier hotel on the Tendring Peninsula, situated on the coastal road and providing superb cliff top views. We offer newly refurbished and well-equipped bedrooms with friendly and attentive service. You can be assured of a relaxing and comfortable time at the Kingscliff Hotel.

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.

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.

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.

Premier Inn Brentwood - Close to Brentwood Rail Station, the A12 and the M25, Premier Inn Brentwood is northeast of London and has free parking and an on-site Brewer's Fayre pub/restaurant. Brentwood Premier Inn has very comfy beds in every room. Some rooms at Premier Inn 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. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

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.

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.

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).

Best Western Ivy Hill Hotel - Nestled in Essex countryside, this hotel is set in 9 acres of garden and parkland in the village of Margaretting and is close to the A12 between Chelmsford and Brentwood. Originally a Victorian country house, Best Western Ivy Hill has been sympathetically extended and now offers traditionally decorated bedrooms, a brasserie-style restaurant, and modern and flexible conference facilities. The hotel has a picturesque setting for a wedding or party and benefits from speedy access to and from the M25. Free wireless internet is available throughout the hotel.

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.

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 Southend-On-Sea West - Providing comfortable, good value accommodation, Premier Inn Southend-on-Sea West has excellent access to local bus links and is less than a mile to Southend Airport. 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 West is next to the Strawberry Fields Table Table restaurant, serving a varied menu in a welcoming environment. There is free on-site parking and a 24-hour reception at this Premier Inn.

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 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 Harwich - Providing comfortable, good value accommodation, Premier Inn Harwich is situated close to Harwich Ferry Port and beaches, only 1 mile away from Harwich town centre and its many shops. 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 Harwich is next to the Mayflower Brewers Fayre restaurant, serving pub favourites in a welcoming environment. There is free parking and a 24-hour reception at this Premier Inn.

Holiday Inn Express Stansted - This newly built hotel is ideally located within 5 minutes of London Stansted Airport terminals via the hotel transfer bus, and an ideal base for both leisure or business travellers. The contemporary hotel offers the very best in modern comfort and design, with well appointed bedrooms, all with a power shower, a fully interactive TV system, air conditioning and high-speed internet connectivity. All rates are inclusive of a complimentary continental breakfast.

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.

Premier Inn Colchester Central - Just 800 metres from Colchester Railway Station and the heart of the town centre, the hotel offers great value, with spacious, comfortable and modern en suite rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Colchester Central has a good location, close to all that Colchester has to offer. There is a leisure centre and health spa nearby and Colchester Castle is less than 650 metres 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 Beefeater restaurant serves freshly cooked char-grilled food.

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 Tower Hotel - Built in 1885, in the Italian style, as a private residence, the main feature of this imposing building is the attractive tower at its northeast corner. It has a wealth of ornamental ceilings, cornices, beautiful architraves and is crowned by an impressive balustrade. It is not surprising to find this is a classified Grade Two-Listed Building. Set in its own pleasant leafy grounds, it retains an air of bygone elegance. However, in line with its admirable adaptation to its new life as a hotel, it has wide, easy access to the main road at either end of its sweeping drive.

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.

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.