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 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.

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.

Stansted Skyline Hotel - Just 7 miles (11 km) and 10 minutes drive from Stansted Airport, the hotel offers free Wi-Fi, free 24-hour transfers to and from the airport and short and long-term parking deals. The Stansted Skyline Hotel operates a (payable) shuttle service between the airport and the hotel, 24 hours a day. Free overnight parking is available for guests, with short and long-term parking packages also available. All rooms are en suite and have a power shower. The Indian restaurant, Monsoon, is newly opened, and is open until 00:00. A childrens menu is also available. The bar is open until 00:00. The Stansted Skyline Hotel is 2 miles (3.2 km) from Great Dunmow and provides easy access to London or Cambridge via the Stansted Express train. A local bus service to Chelmsford operates from the bus stop just in front of the hotel.

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 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.

The Angel - Surrounded by tranquil, beautiful Suffolk countryside, this traditional 16th-century oak-beamed coaching house offers traditional charm, superb food, free Wi-Fi and free parking. The Angel Inn has a wealth of original charm and period character in every area, from the traditional warmth of the main bar to the bright and airy well room. The well room still houses the original 52-foot (16-metre) well and also boasts impressive vaulted ceilings. The stylish and recently refurbished accommodation offers great value for money and excellent modern comforts and facilities, including contemporary flat-screen TVs and wonderfully comfortable beds. Free Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel. The Angel Inn is situated in the heart of the small village of Stoke-by-Nayland, close to the border with Essex and in the heart of Constable Country. The grand tower of the village's church appears in many of Constable's paintings. Free private parking for 15 cars is available on site. The inn enjoys a fantastic reputation for the quality of its food. Dishes are prepared using fresh, seasonal local produce and are freshly cooked to your requirements. The restaurant specialises in dishes from all over the commonwealth, made with an imaginative and unique twist.

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.

Comfort Hotel Clacton-On-Sea - Comfort Hotel Clacton-on-Sea is located on the promenade opposite historic Clacton Pier. It is just minutes from Clacton Beach and has an ideal location for a relaxing British seaside break. Comfort Hotel Clacton offers a traditional approach to seaside accommodation but with a contemporary look and modern facilities. The bedrooms have a well-maintained decor and free wireless internet access. The relaxed Criterion restaurant serves traditional, hearty British cuisine, including roast lunches and classic fish and chips; ideal for meals with friends or family. There is an on-site bar with a full range of drinks.

Radisson SAS Hotel London Stansted Airport - This hotel is a 2-minute walk from the main Stansted Airport terminal via an undercover walkway. Choose from 3 unique room styles: vibrant 'Chili'; relaxing 'Ocean'; or contemporary 'Urban'. The extensive health club and luxury spa will help make your stay a relaxing one. Dine in one of 4 international restaurants, including Europe's first Wine Tower bar, home to a 13-metre wine tower. 'Wine Angels' fly up and down the tower to reach one of the 4,000 bottles of wine. Free high-speed internet connection is available throughout the hotel.

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.

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 Harlow - Close to the River Stort, less than 500 metres from Harlow Mill Rail Station, this Premier Inn hotel has good links to the M11, Cambridge and London. Expect free parking and family-friendly rooms. The Premier Inn Harlow is within walking distance of Harlow Mill Rail Station, where there are trains to central London (35-minute journey) and Cambridge (50-minute journey). Harlow town centre is 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the hotel, which has an on-site Beefeater restaurant. 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. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

Pontlands Park Hotel - Pontlands Park is located in countryside just 15 minutes' drive from the M25 and 30 minutes from Stansted Airport. Built in 1879 the hotel features Victorian architecture and relaxed splendour. The hotel is situated to the south of Chelmsford. Chelmsford train station is close by and trains can reach London Liverpool Street in 35 minutes. The family-run hotel provides homely comfort and exceptional service and has been sympathetically extended to offer 35 luxurious bedrooms. There is a fine restaurant and comprehensive conference facilities. You can also enjoy the facilities at the neighbouring spa. Pontlands is the perfect venue for weddings.

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.

The Bell Hotel Epping - London - Easily accessible from the M11 and M25, the hotel offers free parking and is just a short distance from Epping Forest and London; it is also convenient for Stansted Airport. Quality Hotel Epping, London (Bell Hotel) is conveniently located near to Epping Town tube station where there are Central Line connections to central London, while the towns of Harlow and Chelmsford are a short drive away. The hotel is an ideal place to stay; it places you in a different setting compared to the hustle and bustle of central London, and yet is accessible when you wish to spend a day or 2 in the capital. The main building of the hotel reflects its origins as a 16th century inn, while the bedrooms are situated in a purpose built modern block. Public areas include a popular bar and the Turpins restaurant, which offers a range of modern dishes.

Great Hallingbury Manor Hotel - The 4-star Great Hallingbury Manor Hotel is a newly renovated mock-Tudor mansion. It is 2 miles (3.2 km) from Stansted Airport and has scenic lake and countryside views. The hotel boasts 31 larger than average bedrooms, all with a spacious walk-in wet room, a flat screen TV, tea/coffee, desk and free high-speed internet. Antons Lakeside Restaurant is overseen by renowned chef patron, Anton Edelmann, and has recently been awarded 2 AA Rosettes.The restaurant offers a diverse fusion of classic and modern dishes from around the world. Great Hallingbury Manor aims to reduce its carbon footprint, and has recently been awarded the Environmental Best Practice Award by the HBAA.

The Crown - Boasting wonderful views across the Stour and Box river valleys, this privately owned inn is set on a hill in the picturesque village of Stoke-by-Nayland, on the Essex and Suffolk border. With a passion for good service, food, wine and real ale, The Crown offers a 2 AA Rosette award-winning restaurant. Using local produce, the kitchen prepares home-made food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 15 Minutes from Colchester and Ipswich, during your stay at The Crown you can explore the wonderful surroundings, including the historic villages of Dedham, Lavenham, Kersey, Clare and Long Melford. The countryside is also ideal for walking and cycling.

Little Hallingbury Mill - In a tranquil setting beside the River Stort, this picturesque converted flour mill and attractive mill owner's cottage now house en suite accommodation and a licensed bar and restaurant. In a quiet, peaceful location, Little Hallingbury Mill offers easy access to Cambridge, London and Stansted Airport. The mill is close to the M11 motorway and the London Liverpool Street to Cambridge train route. Audley End House, Stansted Mountfichet Castle and the Imperial War Museum at Duxford are not far away. Staff can help organise golf, horse riding, go carting, horse and greyhound racing, microlight flying and coarse fishing. The restaurant offers freshly prepared English food in generous portions at affordable prices. Dishes are made with fresh ingredients sourced from local suppliers wherever possible. The bar offers a good selection of wines and an extensive range of British fine ales from a number of the UK's best microbreweries.

Miami Hotel - We are centrally situated within Essex and just 35 minutes away from London by train. We are a family run hotel, with three generations still currently working, and caring for our clientele. It is, we believe, because of this that we are able to provide a more relaxed atmosphere that more and more companies are appreciating. The convenience of excellent overnight accommodation with international cuisine in the annexed Glades Restaurant, quiet drinks in the Retreat Bar, well appointed Function rooms with all conference facilities available 'under one roof' are enjoyed by many businesses who continue to use this business centre. The Retreat Bar is a fully licensed bar, from which we serve refreshments and Bar Snacks throughout the day, both to residents and non-residents.

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.

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.

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.

White Hart Hotel - This 16th-century coaching inn has traditional charm, modern comforts, a restaurant and 2 bars. It's well placed for Stansted Airport (20 minutes), Towerlands, Fennes, Leez Priory and Gosfield Hall. The White Hart Hotel serves a wide range of freshly prepared meals, with an extensive bar menu and a separate ? la carte menu also available. The excellent wine list offers a selection of wines from around the world to complement your meal. The 2 bars are rich in authentic original character with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, a good selection of real ales and traditional log fires. There are 31 comfortable and well-appointed en suite rooms. The White Hart Hotel is an ideal base for exploring Essex, being a short drive from Chelmsford, Colchester and the pretty villages of Thaxted, Finchingfield, Coggeshall and Castle Hedingham.

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.

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.

Campanile Hotel - Basildon - East of London - This friendly, family-style hotel & restaurant is situated near the city centre and industrial areas in Basildon. The Campanile Hotel in Basildon is the perfect choice for both leisure and business guests. All the rooms have a welcoming and charming atmosphere. In every one of them you will find a courtesy tray, television with Satellite channels, bathroom with a bath and a shower, work surface, alarm clock, telephone and a telephone connection for your modem.

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.

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.

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.