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A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A check-in kiosk with a floral wallpaper and a neon sign, a bar area with stools, and a reception desk.

A room with a tropical wallpaper, two velvet chairs, a neon sign, and a small table with a book.

1. Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre

Chelmsford

$57

$69 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a brick wall.

A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A grand staircase with wooden balusters and a carpeted landing.

A wooden bridge over a pond with a brick house in the background.

2. Pontlands Park

Chelmsford

$164

$197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A sign for Channels Lodge with a contact number.

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A traditional pub with outdoor seating, stone flooring, and classic architecture.

3. Channels Hotel

Chelmsford

$130

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A bar setting with a glass of a clear, possibly alcoholic beverage garnished with a lime slice, on a bar counter with a green cloth underneath.

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, patterned chairs, and wall-mounted lamps.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a wooden headboard.

A corner building with a sign reading "The Ship" and a pub named "Greene King".

4. The Ship

Chelmsford

$88

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A buffet table with various food items and condiments.

A tray with pastries, a teapot, and a cup on a wooden table.

A row of traditional white buildings with gabled roofs, a flag, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There is a bed in the background and a window with curtains.

5. County Hotel Chelmsford

Chelmsford

$126

$152 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view to a kitchen and balcony.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a large mirror, and a painting of flowers.

A balcony with a metal chair and a small table with a glass of drink and a magazine.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a glass table, and a TV on the wall.

6. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

Chelmsford

$152

$183 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel corridor with a carpeted floor, a door at the end, and blue lighting.

A bar area with a sofa, chairs, and a bar counter.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

7. Best Western Atlantic Hotel

Chelmsford

$110

$132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A waterfront hotel with a white facade, a black roof, and a white picket fence.

A wooden building with a tiled patio and outdoor seating area.

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture of a bird on the wall, and a window with a plant.

A rustic room with a brick fireplace, leather chairs, and vintage boots.

8. The Ferry Boat Inn

Chelmsford

$183

$219 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A two-story house with a garage, a driveway, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a ceiling fan.

9. Surridges Studio, Sleeps 4 w/ Parking & Dogs Ok

Chelmsford

$163

$196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen counter with a kettle, mugs, and packets of PG tips tea.

A bunk bed with a top shelf holding a bag, a shelf with a coffee maker and glasses, a mirror, and a towel on the bottom shelf.

10. Premier Inn Chelmsford - Springfield

Chelmsford

$57

$69 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A traditional fireplace with logs, a chair, and various framed certificates and notices on the wall.

Two people seated at a wooden table with a green cushioned bench behind them. The table has various items including a pitcher, cups, and a plate with a picture.

A snow-covered rural road with houses on either side.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chandelier, a mirror, and a window with a floral curtain.

11. The Compasses Inn

Chelmsford

$110

$132 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a desk with a lamp.

A modern room with a grey sofa, two ottomans, a small round table, and two motivational wall art pieces.

A hotel reception desk with a sign that reads 'Get up and go TIME OUT' and 'DREAM.' There is a fire exit sign, a no smoking sign, and a push bar to open the door.

12. Premier Inn Chelmsford - Boreham

Chelmsford

$57

$69 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a window.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a coffee maker, kettle, and cups.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of the outside.

A bathroom sink with a chrome faucet, a bottle of Molton Brown hand wash, and a towel on a tray.

13. Luxurious ONE Bedroom Apartment IN Bond Street

Chelmsford

$120

$211 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A building named 'The Oakland' with a reception area and a bar.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a striped wall with two wall-mounted lights.

The entrance to The Oakland Hotel Reception with a sign above the door.

A row of beer taps with labels including 'Foster's' and 'Linch's'.

14. The Oakland

Chelmsford

$88

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen area.

A hallway with a framed abstract painting, a fire alarm, and a wooden door with a fire action sign.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, two chairs, a sofa, and a desk with a lamp.

15. Parkway House

Chelmsford

$120

$211 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase of white flowers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and an oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a green sofa in the living area.

A dining area with a round table, two chairs, and a vase with white flowers.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a round ottoman, a green sofa, a dining table, and a potted orchid.

16. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

Chelmsford

$153

$264 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A bar with a bartender preparing drinks, shelves of liquor bottles, and a beer tap.

A bedroom with exposed wooden beams, a large bed with white bedding and purple accents, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a brick wall.

A cozy room with a wooden bench, a table, and a window with curtains.

17. The Harvard Inn

Ingatestone

$134

$161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

A hotel restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and a coffee station.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a sofa with red cushions, and a coffee table with a plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Braintree

$53

$64 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bar area with Guinness beer taps, a chalkboard menu, and a CCTV warning sign.

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery.

A traditional pub named 'Kicking Dickey' with a signboard, multiple windows, and outdoor seating.

A cozy restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen.

19. The Kicking Dickey

Dunmow

$72

$86 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A narrow cobblestone street with buildings on either side, string lights overhead, and a sign indicating a hotel reception.

A narrow cobblestone street lined with traditional half-timbered buildings, some with outdoor seating and potted plants.

A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and a variety of antique furniture.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a coffee maker, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

20. The Blue Boar - Maldon

Maldon

$132

$159 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Top landmarks in Chelmsford

A large white mansion with multiple chimneys and columns, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

Hylands House and Park

8.4/10 (10 reviews)

Hylands House and Park is just one of the landmarks located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Writtle, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.

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A large brick castle with two towers and a central entrance, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

Leez Priory

10.0/10 (1 review)

Leez Priory is just one of the landmarks located 2 mi (3.2 km) from central Great and Little Leighs, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.

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A historic church with a tall spire and red tulips in the foreground.

Chelmsford Cathedral

9.2/10 (10 reviews)

Chelmsford Cathedral is in the heart of Chelmsford, so why not stop by during your stay.

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Chelmsford City Racecourse

7.6/10 (14 reviews)

Chelmsford City Racecourse is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Great and Little Leighs, why not stop by during your stay.

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Bond Street

8.8/10 (15 reviews)

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Bond Street when in Chelmsford.

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Marsh Farm Country Park

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

Immerse yourself in nature and spend the day at Marsh Farm Country Park, located 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from central Chelmsford. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Hockley Woods and RHS Garden Hyde Hall, both nearby.

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Danbury Country Park

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

If you like the great outdoors, you might want to take time to explore Danbury Country Park, one of the green spaces in the heart of Danbury. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to RHS Garden Hyde Hall and Beeleigh Abbey Gardens, both nearby.

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Palace of Beaulieu

10.0/10 (1 review)

If you'd like to get a taste of Boreham student life, check out Palace of Beaulieu, located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central Boreham.

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Learn more about Chelmsford

Chelmsford is well-known for its attractions such as Bond Street and Hylands House and Park. Visitors to this welcoming city speak highly of the bars whereas sights include Hanningfield Reservoir and Leez Priory.

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Novotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent one nights stay before our flight, charged good rates for parking and breakfast was really good"

The Oakland

8/10 Good

"Excellent place lovely breakfast"

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"If you need a reasonable priced hotel at Stansted airport this is ideal. Staff are excellent the common areas of the hotel are bright, very clean and welcoming. The rooms are good and the comfort of the bed was great."

Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club

8/10 Good

"The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Room was a great size. Restaurant was freezing. They did turn down/off the aircon but it was still very cold with people sat in coats!"

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, helpful staff, usual English breakfast selection, you have to pay extra for parking."

Signature Hotel London

10/10 Excellent

"Single room was plenty big enough for a single traveller, everything of a good standard and well maintained - actually had air con which was an unexpected bonus at this price and not mentioned in the description - thanks. Staff at checkin was excellent."

County Hotel Chelmsford

8/10 Good

"We were only in the property for 5 hours. It was a good stay over. We would use it again."

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Chelmsford?

Guests like County Hotel Chelmsford, Pontlands Park and The Oakland.

Where can I find free parking with my stay in Chelmsford?

Park your car for free at these properties: Room-bright Double Room in Chelmsford Ho, Room-small Cozy Room in Chelmsford Sprin and Room-delightful Double Room in Shared Ho. There are 12 options you may want to check out on our site.

Can I book refundable accommodations in Chelmsford?

If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Chelmsford, most accommodations provide refundable* bookable rates. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

Where can I stay in Chelmsford if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?

If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 40 vacation homes. You can also consider one of the 73 apartments or 12 cottages.

What will the weather in Chelmsford be like during my visit?

July and August are typically the warmest months in Chelmsford when the average temp is 61°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 42°F. October and August are the months with the most rain.

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Hotels in Chelmsford

Free cancellation options if plans change

Earn rewards on every night you stay

Save more with Member Prices

Check prices for these dates

Where to stay in Chelmsford?

1. Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre

2. Pontlands Park

3. Channels Hotel

4. The Ship

5. County Hotel Chelmsford

6. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

7. Best Western Atlantic Hotel

8. The Ferry Boat Inn

9. Surridges Studio, Sleeps 4 w/ Parking & Dogs Ok

10. Premier Inn Chelmsford - Springfield

11. The Compasses Inn

12. Premier Inn Chelmsford - Boreham

13. Luxurious ONE Bedroom Apartment IN Bond Street

14. The Oakland

15. Parkway House

16. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

17. The Harvard Inn

18. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

19. The Kicking Dickey

20. The Blue Boar - Maldon

Go beyond your typical stay in Chelmsford

Price trends for hotels in Chelmsford

Typical weather for Chelmsford

Top landmarks in Chelmsford

Hylands House and Park

Leez Priory

Chelmsford Cathedral

Chelmsford City Racecourse

Bond Street

Marsh Farm Country Park

Danbury Country Park

Palace of Beaulieu

Learn more about Chelmsford

Check out reviews of Chelmsford hotels guests love

Novotel London Stansted Airport

The Oakland

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Health Club

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Signature Hotel London

County Hotel Chelmsford

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