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- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Southend-on-Sea, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper hotels in Southend-on-Sea in January and October.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Southend-on-Sea if you stay on a Tuesday. The opposite is true for, Friday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book at least 26 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Southend-on-Sea hotel.
- The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Southend-on-Sea found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £60, while the most expensive was £126.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their hotel in Southend-on-Sea for 1 day.
- For travellers who prefer style, Suenos Guesthouse is a hotel created by travellers. You can choose from 5 rooms offering exquisite views with luxury features such as free-standing bathtubs and Egyptian cotton bed sheets. Take a short walk to Thorpe Bay or rent a bicycle for the day and go exploring.
- Only a 20 minute walk from most main attractions and train stations, The Chase Apartment is great for self-caterers. Equipped with a full kitchen and washing machine, accompanied by trendy décor and with towels and a hairdryer included, this is a home from home.
- Settled on the seafront, The Hope Hotel boasts great views. Home to their own restaurant, they offer a cooked breakfast and all day menu. Rooms include free Wi-fi and a TV along with a garden and terrace. Only a 5 minute walk from the High Street, you have easy access to shops, bars and restaurants.
- If you’re looking for high-end hotels in Southend, consider choosing the beachfront Roslin Beach Hotel, which has 62 unique rooms and suites -- some even have balconies and sea views. It’s a mere minute’s walk from Thorpe Bay beach and offers a spa, an outdoor terrace, a first-rate afternoon tea and an award-winning restaurant serving British food, including locally caught fish and free-range meats.
- For travellers who would like to stay close to Southend’s key attractions, opt for a room at the Park Inn by Radisson Palace, Southend-on-Sea which is a 6-minute walk from Adventure Island and Southend Pier. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, flat screen TVs, an on-site casino, a restaurant and a fitness centre.
- If you need to be close to the airport, stay at the Holiday Inn Southend, which is located at Southend Airport. Southend Airport Railway Station is just a 10-minute walk away. All rooms have air conditioning, blackout curtains, power showers and flat screen TVs, and the hotel’s restaurant has panoramic views of the airport -- and there’s also a soundproofed bar.
- For a budget hotel in Southend, you might want to choose the Premier Inn Southend on Sea Eastern Esplanade. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities and blackout curtains. It’s one minute’s walk from the sea and a 15-minute walk to Adventure Island and Southend Pier.
- If you’re in Southend on business, stay at The Seven Hotel, a luxurious hotel that has an events room suitable for business or board meetings. The elegant suite offers high-speed internet as well as video conferencing technology, and full secretarial and IT support are available as well. The hotel is 4 km from the airport and a 7-minute walk from Southend Central railway station.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Southend-on-Sea
Which hotels are good for romantic getaways?
For a romantic getaway, consider Hamilton Hotel – a boutique hotel located just on the boardwalk. With an in-house restaurant and luxury décor, Hamilton hotel houses 6 rooms in total. You can walk around 15 minutes to main attractions such as Sealife Adventure Centre and Adventure Island.
What are the best Southend-on-Sea hotels located outside the centre?
Located closer to the airport, Skylark Hotel sits outside the centre. Packed with useful amenities from free Wi-fi, air-conditioned rooms and safety deposit boxes, the hotel also has a restaurant and bar. Cherry Orchard Jubilee park is mere a 15 minute walk and the city is around 30 minutes by car.
Which hotels offer free parking?
If you’re travelling with the car, Ambleside Southshore are warm and bright apartments offering free self-parking. Around an 11 minute walk to Southchurch Park, you can enjoy 12 hectares of gardens. The apartments each offer 2 bedrooms and a sofa bed, a full kitchen and bathroom, dining table, free Wi-fi and a comfy lounge area.
Which hotels in Southend are closest to Southend Central and Southend Victoria railway stations?
If you need a hotel close to the railway stations, check out the two-star Travelodge Southend on Sea; it is a 5-minute walk away from both Southend Central and Southend Victoria stations. Basic rooms have coffee and tea-making facilities and limited free Wi-Fi. Guests especially love the hotel’s convenient location, which is adjacent to the town’s shops and eateries.
Are there any boutique hotels in Southend?
Travellers looking for a boutique hotel can choose Camelia Hotel, a modern hotel overlooking Thorpe Bay beach. Bedrooms are all en-suite with flat screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, and upgraded suites have sea views and private lounges. A complimentary breakfast is provided, and there’s also a highly-rated restaurant and bar on site.
Which hotels in Southend offer disabled access?
For hotels with disabled access, you can opt for a stay at the three-star Skylark Hotel, most of which is on the ground floor level and is wheelchair accessible. Accessible bedrooms feature grab rails and wheel-in showers. The hotel is a 5-minute drive to Southend Airport, and it has an on-site restaurant and bar.
Which hotels in Southend are best for families with children?
If you’re looking for hotels in Southend that are family friendly, one option is the Premier Inn Southend-on-Sea (Thorpe Bay). It has family rooms, luggage storage facilities and free parking. It’s 1.2 km from Southend Sea Life Centre, and just under 2 km from Southend Pier and Adventure Island.
What are the best hotels near Southend Central Railway Station?
Travellers who like staying near Southend Central Railway Station recommend The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion, Park Inn Palace, Southend-on-Sea and Seven Hotel.
How much does a hotel cost in Southend-on-Sea?
The average price of a double room in Southend-on-Sea is £116 per night. In the last 3 days, KAYAK found great deals as cheap as £45 per night.
How much is a hotel in Southend-on-Sea for tonight?
The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Southend-on-Sea found by KAYAK users in the last 3 hours was £50, while a 4-star hotel room the lowest price was £77. The cheapest room found overall was for £45.
How much is a hotel in Southend-on-Sea for this weekend?
In the last 72 hours, users have found Southend-on-Sea hotels for this weekend for as low as £55 per night. Users have also found 3-star hotels from £55 and 4-star hotels from £58.
How do I find a hotel in central Southend-on-Sea?
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Southend-on-Sea districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Southend-on-Sea city centre
How can I find hotels near me?
Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.
Are there Southend-on-Sea hotels with free parking?
There are many hotels in Southend-on-Sea that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Roslin Beach Hotel, Camelia Hotel and The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion.