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The Flag

Hotel in Wivenhoe

Located in Wivenhoe, 20 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Flag provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. A really lovely place to stay. The rooms are so comfortable and exceptionally clean. Very comfortable bed with a cosy duvet and soft pillows. Every detail has been thought through. The staff are super friendly and helpful. I didn't want to leave and will definitely return next time I am in the area.

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9.1
Wonderful
157 reviews
Price from
$166
per night

The Courthouse Inn

Hotel in Colchester

Located in Colchester, 23 miles from Freeport Braintree, The Courthouse Inn provides accommodations with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Staff were so friendly and accommodating. Found us a last min table for dinner on a busy Saturday night.

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9
Wonderful
204 reviews
Price from
$153
per night

Channels Hotel

Hotel in Chelmsford

Dating back to the 15th century, this Tudor house and converted stable block is set in the grounds of Channels Estate. The room was exceptional , clean , comfortable and attractive

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9.1
Wonderful
651 reviews
Price from
$127
per night

The Lion Inn

Hotel in Chelmsford

An independent hotel with a continental feel, the Lion Inn has a bar, an elegant bistro-style restaurant and spacious air-conditioned rooms flat-screen TVs and free wired internet. Fantastic good selection of both hot and cold

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9.2
Wonderful
493 reviews
Price from
$176
per night

Talbooth House & Spa

Hotel in Dedham

Located in Dedham, 21 miles from Hedingham Castle, Talbooth House & Spa has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. What a wonderful spot! Staff were particularly attentive And the hotel room was wonderful Bed comfy Spa treatments were excellent

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9.5
Exceptional
38 reviews
Price from
$255
per night

Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

Hotel in Clacton-on-Sea

Located in Clacton-on-Sea, Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns has a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The hotel was very central to what we needed. We travelled from York to a wedding for the weekend & found it so easily. It was so close to everything we needed & more. It was so clean & today, almost as if it had. Just Been built. I would highly recommend this to everyone.

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8.4
Very Good
3,016 reviews
Price from
$70
per night

Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hotel in Stansted Mountfitchet

Located in Stansted Mountfitchet, 5.8 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, Hampton By Hilton London Stansted Airport provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant... it is near to the airport and it’s very clean with good service

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8.4
Very Good
24,720 reviews
Price from
$136
per night

The Bottle Kiln Wetherspoon

Hotel in Harwich

Located in Harwich, The Bottle Kiln Wetherspoon has a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. Love staying at this hotel, central location, excellent freindly and helpful staff, spotlessly clean and surprisingly quiet given that the rooms are located above a busy bar/restaurant.

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8.5
Very Good
1,640 reviews
Price from
$73
per night

GreyFriars

Hotel in Colchester

Located in Colchester, 656 feet from Colchester Castle, this AA rated property features a garden. Located around 3.7 mi from Colchester Zoo, the hotel is also 6.8 mi away from Flatford. Luxurious decor , staff and breakfast This is the 6th time of staying. We will never stay anywhere else when in area.

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8.9
Excellent
2,027 reviews
Price from
$159
per night

Holiday Inn Express Harlow, an IHG Hotel

Hotel in Harlow

Located 25 minutes’ drive from London Stansted Airport, the Holiday Inn Express Harlow is enclosed by various shopping and leisure facilities. I like the english breakfast buffet. Hotel is also accessible and near the bus station.

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8
Very Good
2,538 reviews
Price from
$92
per night

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