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Latest Essex Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARSouthend-on-Sea
3 stars from £50
4+ stars from £72
Clacton-on-Sea
3 stars from £44
4+ stars from £80
Stansted
3 stars from £73
4+ stars from £75
Colchester
3 stars from £43
4+ stars from £63
Chelmsford
3 stars from £36
4+ stars from £98
Harlow
3+ stars from £47

Best Essex hotels

These are the best prices for 23-24 Jun.
Holiday Inn Southend By IHG - Southend-on-Sea - Restaurant
Holiday Inn Southend By IHG
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.6Very Good(2970)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£108+
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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport - Stansted - Lobby
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom
8.2Very Good(12229)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£112+
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The Aviator Prev Smuggler Cove - Clacton-on-Sea - Building
The Aviator Prev Smuggler Cove
Clacton-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.4Very Good(2193)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£81+
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St Nicholas Hotel - Colchester - Bedroom
St Nicholas Hotel
Colchester City Centre
7.7Good(1726)
Free Wi-Fi
£72+
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Holiday Inn Express Colchester By IHG - Colchester - Bedroom
Holiday Inn Express Colchester By IHG
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.3Very Good(3204)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£82+
Check availability
Holiday Inn Colchester By IHG - Colchester - Restaurant
Holiday Inn Colchester By IHG
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.2Very Good(2744)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£89+
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The Oakland Hotel - Chelmsford
The Oakland Hotel
Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom
8.1Very Good(1891)
Free Wi-Fi
£70+
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The Langtry Hotel - Clacton-on-Sea - Lounge
The Langtry Hotel
Clacton-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
7.2Good(1557)
Free Wi-Fi
£58+
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Esplanade Hotel - Clacton-on-Sea - Bedroom
Esplanade Hotel
Clacton-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
6.7Okay(1019)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
£66+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester - Colchester - Pool
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.3Very Good(1036)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£98+
Check availability
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport - Stansted - Lounge
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom
8.6Very Good(14264)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£118+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport By IHG - Stansted - Bedroom
Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport By IHG
Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom
8.2Very Good(11002)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£92+
Check availability
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hotels in Essex

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Essex with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hotel rates in Essex?

Hotels are cheapest in Essex in February, with average rates of £79/night. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at £103/night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in Essex?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Essex, with an average nightly price of £77/night. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at £101/night.

How much is a hotel in Essex for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Essex found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was £33, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was £46. The cheapest room found overall was for £33.

How much is a hotel in Essex for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in Essex for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for £49 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as £49 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from £54 per night.

How early should you book a accommodation in Essex?

Book at least 58 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Essex accommodation.

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How much is a Essex hotel?

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Good to know

Low season

April

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

£86

Average price (weekend night)

£95
Cheapest month to stay with an average 62% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 162% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect Essex hotel deal

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Essex, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Essex in February and December.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Essex if you stay on a Sunday. The opposite is true for, Friday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Essex found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £36, while the most expensive was £350.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Essex for 2 days.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Essex

  • What is the most popular destination in Essex?

    Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Southend-on-Sea (32% of total searches to Essex). The next most popular destinations are Clacton-on-Sea (27%) and Stansted (23%). Searches for hotels in Colchester (17%) are also popular.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Essex?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in Essex for as cheap as £37 (Braintree) in the last 3 days. The average price is £116.

Where to stay in Essex?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in Essex by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

Everything you need to know for your stay in Essex