Essex Holidays
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Your Essex Holiday
Reserve an Essex holiday package that includes everything you need and no unnecessary extras. Good for walking, hiking and views, think about basing yourself in the neighbourhood of Essex Village. Fill your free time with tours of Essex Steam Train, Harveys Beach and Tanger Outlets, some of the top attractions you simply have to see during your trip to Essex. Expedia has what you need to escape your routine. Tailor your holiday to Essex to match your travel style, whatever that may be!
Essex Holiday
Essex Essential Information
Language | English |
|---|---|
Currency | U.S dollars |
Population | 2,500 |
Max Temp Winter | 2ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 27ºC |
Top Sights | Gillette Castle State Park, Goodspeed Opera House and Rocky Neck State Park |
Our pick of the best Essex Hotel Deals
Regency Inn & Suites New London, Mystic
269 North Frontage Road New London CT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$159
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
6/10 (1,007 reviews)
"This was kind of an interesting property with lots of attached and detached buildings making up the total. All of the outer doors looked like they had new electric locks installed but the new mechanisms left huge unfilled holes in the door frames. While the pool was open, the lights were off, and ..."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Pier Blue Inn Old Saybrook - Essex
1430 Boston Post Rd Old Saybrook CT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$128
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Hyatt Place Uncasville - Casino Area
2049 Norwich Montville CT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$180
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (2,771 reviews)
"Staff during check in barely made eye contact, barely spoke to us, and handed us our key cards and pointed to the elevator. Not exactly welcoming. Hotel was clean. Checkout was easy. Breakfast was good."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stay near popular Essex attractions
Photo by Bill Dillard
Essex Steam Train
8.4/10 (165 reviews)
Travel back in time aboard the Essex Steam Train's 1920s Pullman coaches through the Connecticut River Valley. This journey combines vintage rail travel with a scenic riverboat cruise.
Photo by Bill Dillard
Connecticut River Museum
10.0/10 (3 reviews)
Explore maritime heritage in this riverside museum in an 1878 Steamboat Dock building. Climb aboard the Turtle submarine replica or take a seasonal river cruise to experience Connecticut's aquatic history first-hand.
Essex Library
7.6/10 (21 reviews)
The Essex Library serves as a vibrant community hub with diverse collections and educational programs for all ages. Browse the local history section or attend author talks and cultural events.
Pratt House
Built in 1803, the Pratt House showcases classic Colonial architecture with its stone foundation and wooden siding. Admire the exterior and gardens before exploring the charming shops and galleries of Essex Village.
Hattitudes
Enjoy an outing to Hattitudes during your stay in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Sweet Martha's
Enjoy an outing to Sweet Martha's during your stay in Essex Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Essex holiday package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your Essex getaway. However, factors like the hotel choice, length of stay and season will influence how much your holiday to Essex costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Essex?
The off-season is the best time to travel to Essex if you're on a budget. Another tip for getting cheap Essex holiday packages? Try to avoid visiting during public holidays and any major festivals or events.
How many days is enough for Essex?
We'd recommend booking an Essex holiday for around 2 days. This will allow you time to visit top sights such as Essex Island Marina and Essex Steam Train, as well as explore neighbourhoods like Saybrook Manor and Old Saybrook Centre. You might even be able to make time for one or two day trips beyond Essex.
Is it worth booking a holiday package to Essex?
Essex has everything you need for an unforgettable getaway. Begin your Essex holiday on a high note by exploring top attractions like Essex Library.
How to find the best Essex package deals?
Finding a cheap Essex package deal is a breeze with Expedia. Once you've entered your trip dates and destination under our "Packages" tab, set your budget, add a few filters and browse what's available. You can tweak your search by "Amenities," "Property type," "Guest rating" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to view the most economical Essex package deals. Want a simple trick to get even more savings? Have some flexibility with your departure dates and consider going away on a weekday, when prices are often lower.
Is it cheaper to book an Essex holiday as a package?
An Expedia holiday package could land you significant savings when compared to arranging accommodation and flights separately. Better still, you can personalise your Essex getaway to match your exact style. Pick your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a rental car. Explore our bundles to see how much you can save.
When to book a holiday package to Essex?
If you have your Essex holiday dates confirmed, book as early as you can to bag some terrific deals. With Expedia, you can often reserve some flights up to one year ahead of time. Prefer spontaneous trips? Our last-minute deals are ideal for setting off on a whim.
How to plan a trip to Essex?
- Choose when to get away: Check your schedule and pack your bags. Your favourite time of year and the type of activities on offer will also help you decide when to escape to Essex.
- Set your budget: Factor in expenses such as flights, meals and transportation when working out how much to save for your trip to Essex. Then, select a hotel that matches your budget, whether that's a wallet-friendly stay or a swankier getaway.
- Decide how long to go for: Now that you know more about Essex, you can work out the ideal length of your holiday. Pull together a draft plan and give yourself enough time to get through everything on your must-do list.
- Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in place, you can combine your hotels, car rental, flights and more into a customised Essex holiday package.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.
