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.

Mulberry House - Set in 22 acres of beautiful grounds, Mulberry House has impressive Georgian architecture, boasting 2 restaurants and elegant rooms. There is excellent access to the M11 and M25 motorways. Sample delicious cuisine in the hotel restaurant, overlooking the beautiful lake. Dine al fresco on the picturesque terrace, during the summer months. Each well furnished room has a plasma-screen TV and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi internet access is provided. The hotel has 6 meeting rooms with conference facilities.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Premier Inn Chelmsford Springfield - Complete with a restaurant and free parking, Premier Inn Chelmsford Springfield is located at services by the intersection of the A12 (Chelmsford Bypass) and A138 to Stansted. The comfortable Premier Inn is northeast of Chelmsford town centre and has good access to fast roads towards Colchester, Braintree, Romford, Southend and Lakeside Shopping Centre. 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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

The Rivenhall Hotel - Stay at the Rivenhall Hotel and experience the perfect venue for all occasssions. 3 Star Property. Easy access to M25 & M11. Hi-Life Health Club. Free Guest Parking. The Rivenhall Hotel is located in the heart of Essex, just off the A12 between Chelmsford and Colchester and only a short drive from the unspoilt countryside of East Anglia, making it an ideal base for business and leisure guests. With the Roman City of Colchester and its Castle just a short distance away this is a great location for a short break. The hotel is on the doorstep of East Anglia and there are loads of attractions to visit nearby, including the fishing village of Maldon, Colchester Zoo and Tiptree Preserves visitor attraction. For retail therapy and entertainment, Freeport Designer shopping village with over 60 outlets, is only a 10 minute drive away.

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.

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.

Greenwoods Hotel Spa and Retreat - The original manor house has been restored beyond its former glory and now boasts 39 beautifully appointed bedrooms- a private dining room for up to 20 people, a restaurant with some of the best food in the region, a relaxing cocktail bar and a stunning spa with pool, gymnasium, steam rooms and saunas offering everything from fitness assessments to more than 40 health and beauty treatments.

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.

Globe Hotel - This historic Grade II listed building dating back to 1700 is a 10 minute walk from the town centre and train station, and offers renovated, comfortable interiors. Restored to a high standard, The Globe Hotel has excellent bus connections to the University of Essex and other surrounding areas of Colchester. The mainline station is in walking distance which has very good connections to London Liverpool Street every 20 minutes. A 55 minute train journey can bring you to London. As a small family-run establishment, high standards are maintained throughout, to ensure customers are happy during their stay.

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.

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.

Premier Inn Clacton-On-Sea - In a countryside location with on-site lakes, this Premier Inn is a short drive from Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free parking, family-friendly en suite rooms and a Table Table restaurant. The Premier Inn Clacton-on-Sea hotel is within easy reach of the A12, with 4 different beaches within 8 miles (13 km). Weeley Train Station is a 20-minute walk away and has links to Clacton. 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.

Orsett Hall - In 12 acres of gardens, surrounded by beautiful countryside, this luxurious 4-star hotel offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and great relaxation facilities, including a spa, a gym and an on-site hair salon. Close to the A13 and within easy reach of the M25, Orsett Hall has a convenient yet peaceful location, surrounded by wonderful Essex countryside. With all the advantages and facilities of a new, purpose-built hotel, Orsett Hall boasts luxurious accommodation in individually designed rooms. All rooms have views out over the grounds and each room is beautifully appointed with its own unique charm. Every room is well equipped with modern comforts, including king-size beds, flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. The Sitting Room is the on-site hairdressing salon and the hotel also has a fully equipped gym and a spa, offering a range of relaxing and therapeutic treatments. There is free car parking for 200 cars.

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.

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.