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Latest Essex Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARColchester
3 stars from AED 209
4+ stars from AED 349
Southend-on-Sea
3 stars from AED 282
4+ stars from AED 386
Grays
3 stars from AED 239
4+ stars from AED 419
Chelmsford
3 stars from AED 239
4+ stars from AED 444
Basildon
3 stars from AED 195
4+ stars from AED 257
Stansted
3 stars from AED 351
4+ stars from AED 411

Best Essex hotels

These are the best prices for 29-30 Jul.
Holiday Inn Southend By IHG - Southend-on-Sea - Building
Holiday Inn Southend By IHG
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
8.6Very Good(3022)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
AED 498+
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Holiday Inn Express Colchester By IHG - Colchester - Bedroom
Holiday Inn Express Colchester By IHG
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.2Very Good(3261)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
AED 436+
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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(11214)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 464+
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The Oakland Hotel - Chelmsford
The Oakland Hotel
Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom
8.0Very Good(1922)
Free Wi-Fi
AED 330+
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Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport - Stansted - Bedroom
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom
8.6Very Good(14660)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 628+
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OYO The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford - Chelmsford
OYO The Rivenhall Hotel in Witham, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, ENG, United Kingdom
5.1Fair(1306)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
AED 319+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester - Colchester - Pool
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.3Very Good(1076)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
AED 499+
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Premier Inn London Stansted Airport - Stansted - Bedroom
Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom
8.4Very Good(4378)
Air conditioning
AED 410+
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Dragonfly Hotel Colchester - Colchester - Outdoor view
Dragonfly Hotel Colchester
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
7.8Good(2634)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
AED 430+
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Novotel London Stansted Airport - Stansted - Restaurant
Novotel London Stansted Airport
Stansted, ENG, United Kingdom
8.3Very Good(4877)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
AED 459+
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The Palace Hotel Southend by IHG - Southend-on-Sea - Building
The Palace Hotel Southend by IHG
Southend-on-Sea, ENG, United Kingdom
7.2Good(3337)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
AED 560+
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Holiday Inn Colchester By IHG - Colchester - Building
Holiday Inn Colchester By IHG
Colchester, ENG, United Kingdom
8.2Very Good(2787)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
AED 511+
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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 December, with average rates of AED 199/night. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at AED 603/night.

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

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Essex, with an average nightly price of AED 199/night. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at AED 670/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 AED 177, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was AED 229. The cheapest room found overall was for AED 177.

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 AED 252 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as AED 302 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from AED 252 per night.

How early should you book a accommodation in Essex?

Book at least 84 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Essex accommodation.

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Good to know

Average price (weeknight)

AED 428

Average price (weekend night)

AED 486
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 December and August.
  • 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 Thursday. The opposite is true for, Saturday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Essex for 8 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 Colchester (40% of total searches to Essex). The next most popular destinations are Southend-on-Sea (27%) and Grays (20%). Searches for hotels in Chelmsford (13%) are also popular.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Essex?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in Essex for as cheap as AED 462 (Stansted) in the last 3 days. The average price is AED 462.

Where to stay in Essex?

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