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Latest Essex Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARStansted
3 stars from 87 €
4+ stars from 87 €
Brentwood
3 stars from 54 €
4+ stars from 82 €
Southend-on-Sea
3 stars from 57 €
4+ stars from 82 €
Clacton-on-Sea
3 stars from 54 €
4+ stars from 92 €
Colchester
3 stars from 50 €
4+ stars from 69 €
Harlow
3+ stars from 54 €

Best Essex hotels

These are the best prices for 13-14 Jun.
Holiday Inn Southend By IHG - Southend-on-Sea - Restaurant
Holiday Inn Southend By IHG
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.6Very Good(2969)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air Conditioning
126 €+
Check availability
Holiday Inn Express Colchester By IHG - Colchester - Bedroom
Holiday Inn Express Colchester By IHG
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.3Very Good(3200)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air Conditioning
92 €+
Check availability
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport - Stansted - Lounge
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom
8.6Very Good(14257)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
134 €+
Check availability
Novotel London Stansted Airport - Stansted - Restaurant
Novotel London Stansted Airport
Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom
8.3Very Good(4754)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air Conditioning
104 €+
Check availability
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport - Stansted - Lobby
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom
8.2Very Good(12223)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
134 €+
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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
100 €+
Check availability
Esplanade Hotel - Clacton-on-Sea - Bedroom
Esplanade Hotel
Clacton-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
6.8Okay(1019)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
71 €+
Check availability
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
116 €+
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The Oakland Hotel - Chelmsford
The Oakland Hotel
Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom
8.1Very Good(1891)
Free Wi-Fi
81 €+
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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(10999)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
109 €+
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Travelodge Clacton-on-Sea Central - Clacton-on-Sea - Bedroom
Travelodge Clacton-on-Sea Central
Clacton-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.1Very Good(41)
Air Conditioning
85 €+
Check availability
Holiday Inn Colchester By IHG - Colchester - Restaurant
Holiday Inn Colchester By IHG
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.2Very Good(2743)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
98 €+
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 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 133 €/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 63 €. 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 63 € per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as 65 € per night and 4-star hotel rooms from 63 € 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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Good to know

Low season

November

High season

March

Average price (weeknight)

97 €

Average price (weekend night)

113 €
Cheapest month to stay with an average 18% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 38% 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

  • 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.
  • 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 Stansted (76% of total searches to Essex). The next most popular destinations are Brentwood (11%) and Southend-on-Sea (7%). Searches for hotels in Clacton-on-Sea (6%) are also popular.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Essex?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in Essex for as cheap as 29 € (Colchester) in the last 3 days. The average price is 164 €.

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