What is the most popular destination in Essex?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Stansted (83% of total searches to Essex). The next most popular destinations are Southend-on-Sea (8%) and Colchester (5%). Searches for hotels in Harlow (4%) are also popular.

How much is a cheap hotel in Essex?

KAYAK users have found double rooms in Essex for as cheap as 33 € ( Clacton-on-Sea ) in the last 3 days. The average price is 145 €.

Essex Hotels: Compare Hotels in Essex from 32 €/night on KAYAK

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Latest Essex Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARStansted

3 stars from 86 €

4+ stars from 79 €

Southend-on-Sea

3 stars from 67 €

4+ stars from 93 €

Colchester

3 stars from 37 €

4+ stars from 71 €

Harlow

3+ stars from 40 €

Brentwood

3 stars from 67 €

4+ stars from 83 €

Best Essex hotels

These are the best prices for 12-13 Sep.

Holiday Inn Southend By IHG

Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom

8.6Very Good(3116)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

Air Conditioning

111 €+

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Holiday Inn Colchester By IHG

Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom

8.1Very Good(2881)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

101 €+

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Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom

8.6Very Good(15260)

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

139 €+

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The Oakland Hotel

Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom

8.0Very Good(1975)

Free Wi-Fi

82 €+

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom

8.2Very Good(1162)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

Air Conditioning

107 €+

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Novotel London Stansted Airport

Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom

8.2Very Good(4979)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

Air Conditioning

106 €+

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Holiday Inn Express Colchester By IHG

Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom

8.1Very Good(3366)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

Air Conditioning

89 €+

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Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport By IHG

Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom

8.2Very Good(11535)

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

108 €+

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County Hotel Chelmsford

Downtown

7.7Good(2215)

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

139 €+

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Premier Inn London Stansted Airport

Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom

8.4Very Good(4367)

Air Conditioning

100 €+

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Holiday Inn Express Harlow By IHG

Harlow, ENG, United Kingdom

8.3Very Good(3028)

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

87 €+

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Holiday Inn Basildon By IHG

Basildon, ENG, United Kingdom

8.0Very Good(2053)

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

110 €+

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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 49 €/night. In comparison, May is the most expensive month, with prices at 153 €/night.

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

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in Essex, with an average nightly price of 69 €/night. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at 134 €/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 51 €, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was 58 €. The cheapest room found overall was for 51 €.

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 51 € per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as 51 € per night and 4-star hotel rooms from 63 € per night.

How early should you book a accommodation in Essex?

Book at least 86 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Essex accommodation.

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4 stars and above

3 stars

2 stars and below

Low season	November
High season	March
Average price (weeknight)	99 €
Average price (weekend night)	123 €

Cheapest month to stay with an average 15% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 44% rise in price.

Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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 January.
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 Wednesday. 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 87 €, while the most expensive was 121 €.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Essex for 3 days.

What is the most popular destination in Essex?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Stansted (83% of total searches to Essex). The next most popular destinations are Southend-on-Sea (8%) and Colchester (5%). Searches for hotels in Harlow (4%) are also popular.
How much is a cheap hotel in Essex?
KAYAK users have found double rooms in Essex for as cheap as 33 € (Clacton-on-Sea) in the last 3 days. The average price is 145 €.

Essex hotels

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How much is a hotel in Essex for tonight?

How much is a hotel in Essex for this weekend?

How early should you book a accommodation in Essex?

How much is a Essex hotel?

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