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Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The hotel is well placed. excellent rooms. lovely staff"
United Kingdom
Sandra
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel
4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"The views from the room were gorgeous, too."
United Kingdom
Maria
Travelling with partner
Seven Hotel

Premier Inn Southend On Sea

Premier Inn Southend On Sea
3.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
The price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Southend On Sea

Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea

Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea
3.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"The bar's fabulous with seaside views as does the breakfast area."
Canada
Alexandra
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea

The Hope Hotel

The Hope Hotel
3.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
7.4 out of 10, Good, (544)
"It was very convenient and quiet, comfy bed with good facilities"
United Kingdom
Patrick
Travelling with partner
The Hope Hotel

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion
4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (460)
"Decent location for the front and within walking distance of the centre."
United Kingdom
Paul
Travelling solo
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

Camelia Hotel

Camelia Hotel
3.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (392)
"Room a reasonable size with good size bathroom"
United Kingdom
Kevin
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Camelia Hotel

493 Little Wakering Road

493 Little Wakering Road
3.5 star property
Southend-on-Sea
The price is AU$680
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
493 Little Wakering Road

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (496)
"I had a lovely quiet room at the back - a free upgrade from that booked."
United Kingdom
Sarah
Travelling solo
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

Premier Inn Southend Airport

Premier Inn Southend Airport
3.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Southend Airport

Premier Inn Southend-On-Sea - Thorpe Bay

Premier Inn Southend-On-Sea - Thorpe Bay
3.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"We had a wonderful stay. It was a lovely quiet hotel with access to a lovely pub/carvery next door. Beach access excellent parking. The staff were great. Thankyou for a lovely stay."
United States
Alan
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Southend-On-Sea - Thorpe Bay

The Ship Hotel

The Ship Hotel
4.5 star property
Leigh-on-Sea
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (40)
"Comfortable bed and pillows and breakfast was so fresh and tasty."
United Kingdom
Alexander
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
The Ship Hotel

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel
3.0 star property
Maidstone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1198)
"Breakfast was good and clean room"
United Kingdom
Adrian
Travelling solo
ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

Premier Inn Rochester

Premier Inn Rochester
3.0 star property
Rochester
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Its a nice hotel and one of the best deals for families, one of the best breakfast options I have seen (though it's paid for adults), it's a bargain at only 12£ and let's kids eat free with a paying adult."
United States
Armaghan
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Rochester

Inner Dowsing Lightship

Inner Dowsing Lightship
3.0 star property
Rochester
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (37)
"It was really very nice, thank you very much"
Germany
Almuth
Inner Dowsing Lightship

The Six Bells

The Six Bells
3.0 star property
Rochester
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22)
"Great Place to stop over for the local Quarry where 1 of my site guys was working, good beer and food which was needed after a long days Graft"
United Kingdom
hewitt
The price is AU$330
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The Six Bells

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG
3.0 star property
Canterbury
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Really nice clean and comy bed."
United Kingdom
Desi
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

Duke of Cumberland

Duke of Cumberland
3.5 star property
Whitstable
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (79)
"A small fridge in the room would have made it perfect"
United Kingdom
Emma
Travelling for leisure
Duke of Cumberland

King Charles Hotel

King Charles Hotel
3.0 star property
Gillingham
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"the power of the shower was very good"
United Kingdom
Georgi
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
King Charles Hotel

The Black Horse Inn

The Black Horse Inn
4.0 star property
Maidstone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (810)
"Rooms lovely and warm with spacious bathroom (Clover, block 4)."
United Kingdom
peter
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
The Black Horse Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Southend-on-Sea

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Thorpe Bay

Travellers like the beaches in Thorpe Bay, and Thorpe Bay Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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The historic Southend Pier stretches over a mile into the Thames Estuary, offering spectacular views and a charming train ride. Adventure Island theme park and the Sea Life Adventure aquarium make this seaside resort perfect for family outings along the golden beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Southend-on-Sea?
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel is a favourite with Expedia customers. It's a B&B offering parking. Reviews from our site also recommend The Beaches Guest House and Camelia Hotel as top options for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Southend-on-Sea.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Southend-on-Sea has to offer?
Cosy Escape Heated Luxury pod and hot tub: This holiday home rental outside of Southend-on-Sea is located on the waterfront, and has an outdoor pool, a private garden and free WiFi to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and an electric kettle. See all vacation rentals in Southend-on-Sea.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Southend-on-Sea, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Southend-on-Sea.
What's the best family accommodation in Southend-on-Sea?
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG is a hotel with a restaurant and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Roslin Beach Hotel is another good choice for your child-friendly holiday. Also, attractions such as Southend Pier and Adventure Island are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Southend-on-Sea.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Southend-on-Sea?
Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free Wi-Fi and LCD TVs. Holiday Inn Southend by IHG and The Beaches Guest House are other good choices for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Southend-on-Sea.
What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Southend-on-Sea?
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet's trip include Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea and Roslin Beach Hotel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Southend-on-Sea.
What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Southend-on-Sea?
The Hope Hotel is a top beachfront hotel offering flat-screen TVs and free newspapers, located within a short 6-minute walk of Southend Beach . Other good options for your stay near the beach include Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea and Seven Hotel. See more stays near the beach in Southend-on-Sea.
What's the best luxury accommodation option in Southend-on-Sea?
Suenos Guesthouse is a luxury guest house with a terrace and a bar, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in Southend-on-Sea.
What's the best boutique-style hotel in Southend-on-Sea?
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion is a favourite guest house with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 20 guestrooms, free breakfast and free parking. See all boutique hotels in Southend-on-Sea.
What's the best place to stay if I'm looking to play golf in Southend-on-Sea?
Roslin Beach Hotel is a top hotel that has an adjacent golf course and features free WiFi. See more golf hotels in Southend-on-Sea.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Southend-on-Sea?
ORIDA Maidstone Hotel: Features a steam room, an indoor pool and spa services. View all hotels with pools in Southend-on-Sea.
What is the best spa hotel in Southend-on-Sea?
Roslin Beach Hotel is a top beach spa hotel featuring a fitness centre, a bar, an indoor pool and a restaurant. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you'll find facials, body scrubs and detox wraps. See all spa hotels in Southend-on-Sea.
How is it to stay in Southend-on-Sea?
Travellers to Southend-on-Sea give high marks for the seaside and lively bar scene. Tourists can also enjoy the city's gardens and golf courses. In Southend-on-Sea, there are 112 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Southend-on-Sea.
What should I do while I'm visiting Southend-on-Sea?
Cultural venues include Prittlewell Priory, Leigh Heritage Centre and Beecroft Art Gallery. Attractions such as Southend Pier, Adventure Island and Sealife Adventure are fun for children of all ages. The natural setting is picturesque, namely the the sea, and places to see include: Southend Cliff Gardens, Southend Beach and Thorpe Bay Beach. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Southend-on-Sea guide.
How can I get around Southend-on-Sea?
If you want to travel outside the area, take a train from Southend Central Station, Southend Victoria Station or Southend East Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Southend-on-Sea for your journey.
What's the weather like in Southend-on-Sea?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Southend-on-Sea is 767 mm.

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