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Luxury Hotels in Essex

For those seeking a lavish escape in Essex, there are a variety of options to choose from. This county offers a blend of opulent retreats, whether you prefer a country house, a chic town hotel, or a grand historic estate. From beautifully designed rooms with luxury bathrooms to Michelin-recommended dining and serene spa experiences, Essex's luxury hotels cater to a range of tastes and preferences. You’ll find properties with elegant interiors, manicured gardens, and excellent service that ensures a delightful stay.

 

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Linden House

Essex

A small luxury hotel offering easy access to Stansted Airport. Smart rooms feature sink-in-to beds (the best are four-posters), free standing copper baths and crisp white linen. A cosy bar and contemporary British restaurant are a welcome respite. A very comfortable option for a stop over.

  • Short break - Ideally located for a stop over on the way to or from Stansted Airport.
  • Sights nearby - Explore the Jacobean mansion house Audley End House and Gardens.
  • Great walks - Take long walks through the scenic Hatfield Forest.
  • Full of character
from $114 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Wivenhoe House

Colchester (Essex)

A smart country house with beautifully designed rooms mixing traditional features such as beamed ceilings and classical wallpaper with floor to ceiling windows, luxury bathrooms and a superb restaurant. The service is unsurprisingly on point too.

  • Country Escape - A large country house with easy access to London. Ideal for a weekend away.
  • Sights nearby - Visit Colchester Castle, the biggest Norman keep in Europe.
  • Great walks - Take a stroll through the beautiful Beth Chatto Gardens.
  • Romantic
from $121 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Greyfriars

Colchester (ESSEX)

An opulent hotel in the heart of Colchester located in an elegant Georgian building. Rooms are spacious and traditionally dressed. Plump for a suite for some serious luxury including a glistening free-standing copper bath. The restaurant has been Michelin recommended. A superb stay.

  • Local exploring - With easy access to both the centre of Colchester and the castle this is an ideal spot for exploring the town.
  • Great walks - The property is perfectly positioned for exploring the Essex and Suffolk countryside.
  • Sights nearby - Visit Colchester Castle, the largest Norman keep in Europe.
  • Opulent
from $152 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Down Hall

Essex

Grand Italianate country house hotel with a spoiling spa set on a 100-acre estate. Elegant interiors and a swish new cocktail bar set the scene; rooms look out over manicured gardens & parkland. Dine at the modern British restaurant or indulge in traditional Afternoon Tea. Restful & relaxing.

  • Families - Family-friendly touches include interconnecting rooms, children's playground, kid's menu & activities during the school holidays
  • Weddings - Opulent interiors & sumptuous setting plus excellent on-site team makes this a popular choice for country weddings
  • Country Escape - Mixing the elegance of a period stately home with the contemporary comforts of a modern spa hotel
  • Business meetings - Well set-up for team building, away days, meetings & events
from $219 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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