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Pontlands Park

Pontlands Park
3.5 star property
Chelmsford
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (408)
"Really nice stay had an amazing time very friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Marie
The price is AED 534
AED 641 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Pontlands Park

County Hotel Chelmsford

County Hotel Chelmsford
4.0 star property
Chelmsford
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (536)
"Very comfortable stay, and the lady serving Breakfast Chris couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. A great place to stay in the area"
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is AED 396
AED 476 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2026
County Hotel Chelmsford

Awarded 'Best Boutique Stay' w/hot tub, bar and karaoke room

Awarded 'Best Boutique Stay' w/hot tub, bar and karaoke room
Essex
The price is AED 7,912
AED 10,580 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Awarded 'Best Boutique Stay' w/hot tub, bar and karaoke room

The Ship Hotel

The Ship Hotel
4.5 star property
Leigh-on-Sea
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"Excellent hotel room and food "
United Kingdom
Gordon
The price is AED 439
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 January 2026
The Ship Hotel

Ridings at Theobalds Park

Ridings at Theobalds Park
3.0 star property
Cheshunt
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155)
"Great location "
United Kingdom
JOANNE MAY
The price is AED 292
AED 350 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Ridings at Theobalds Park

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
3.0 star property
Braintree
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Very clean and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Jennifer
The price is AED 213
AED 256 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2026
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

The Queen Phillippa

The Queen Phillippa
4.0 star property
Queenborough
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (376)
"We had a lovely stay here. Room was immaculate with everything you need. It was also great value for money,especially with breakfast included! Staff were lovely and attentive. We will definitely stay here again when visiting the area. "
United Kingdom
Carol
The price is AED 285
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Queen Phillippa

The Kings Arms, Colchester A120

The Kings Arms, Colchester A120
3.0 star property
Colchester
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (125)
"We liked the view from the room and the breakfast options"
United Kingdom
Diane
The price is AED 487
AED 584 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Kings Arms, Colchester A120

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
4.0 star property
Southend-on-Sea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Clean room, friendly staff, lovely food. "
United Kingdom
Mike
The price is AED 266
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 January 2026
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
4.0 star property
Colchester
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Rooms are nice, staff are very friendly. "
United Kingdom
Dhyan
The price is AED 240
AED 288 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
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Frequently asked questions

What's Chelmsford like for family-friendly vacations?
If you've been thinking about a trip with your kids, the welcoming destination of Chelmsford is a good choice. The parks, festivals, and gardens are just a few things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Fly into Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 14 mi (22.5 km) from the city center.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Chelmsford?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Chelmsford is 26 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Chelmsford?
While you and your family are visiting Chelmsford, you might want to check out some kid-friendly attractions such as Bond Street, Marsh Farm Country Park, and Museum of Chelmsford. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Forest Drive Shops and Clock Tower Retail Park.
What's the best way for us to get around Chelmsford?
If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from Chelmsford Station, Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station, or Chelmsford South Woodham Ferrers Station. Chelmsford might not have very many public transit options so consider renting a car to explore more.