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The Palace Hotel

3.0 star property
Ocean views complement delicious meals and refreshing drinks at this seaside retreat, where express check-in makes arrivals seamless for travelers

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Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea offers a seaside escape with stunning ocean views. Enjoy meals at the RBG Bar and Grill, in-room WiFi, and a gym. Guests consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AED 309
AED 371 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun

Room options

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Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Southend-on-Sea, The Palace Hotel is near a train station and near the beach. Estuary Bicycle Trail and Belfairs Public Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Adventure Island and Sealife Adventure. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Roots Hall Stadium or Rollacity. Visit our Southend-on-Sea travel guide
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Church Road, Southend-on-Sea, England, SS1 2AL

What's nearby

  • Adventure Island
    Adventure Island
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Southend Pier
    Southend Pier
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Southend Beach
    Southend Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Three Shells Beach
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sealife Adventure
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Southend Central Station
    6 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Utopia Coffee Lounge
    2 min walk
  • The Last Post (Wetherspoon)
    4 min walk
  • Craftwerk Beers
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Chinnery's
    6 min walk

About this property

The Palace Hotel

  • Hotel near Adventure Island
  • Take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at The Palace Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Pier View, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a business center.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a billiards/pool table
    • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
    • Concierge services, bicycle parking, and a TV in the lobby
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 137 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • 50-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, portable fans, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-Certified Property
  • This property participates in the ECOsmart and Green Tourism Program, programs that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Pier View

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,767 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 for adults and GBP 12.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 25 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
Property Registration Number 06530365

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Palace Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Palace Hotel?

As of 20 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Palace Hotel on 21 June 2026 start from AED 309, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Palace Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Palace Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Palace Hotel located?

Situated in Southend-on-Sea, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Southend Pier and Adventure Island. Southend Cliff Gardens and Three Shells Beach are also within 10 minutes. Southend Central Station is 6 minutes by foot and Southend Victoria Station is 11 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Palace Hotel Reviews

7.2

Good

6.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 129 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sanaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good value for money. Large rooms. No parking though.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic clean rooms but fine if you are planning on being out most of the time. Family room was spacious with a great view of the pier. Excellent location for seafront attractions and high st shops. We ate breakfast in Tomassi's which is 3min walk away. Decent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, really nice rooms and amazing view of Southend pier. Very nice friendly staff. My only negative point is that breakfast is overpriced and cold be improved. Would definitely still go back though!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the staff, the proximity to beach and shops. Had to stay 3 more nights because flight was cancelled and it was no problem for them
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and the staff go above and beyond. The carpets definitely need updating throughout the hotel as had some bleach stains on them but the bedding was fresh and clean, as were the toilet/bathroom areas and the food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff friendly & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great sea view nice clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elaine Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff Stained carpets and curtains in the bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was old and needed updating. Hotel staff were nice. Food was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff were friendly, bed was comfortable, two heaters provided so nice and warm, lots of towels. Could've done with a few more pillows for the bed and I couldn't find the TV remote.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were amazing room was a good size only issue we had were the carpets they really need new ones
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A bit shabby, with an amazing sea view, large rooms and a decent breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and location are good. The beds and pillows were quite uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, friendly staff and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Danny

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very nice and helpful. The room carpets and furniture are very old and stained. I would not stay in this hotel again unless it was renovated.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay..the best views of the sea..
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Amenities
great place nice location friendly staff with can do attitude
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff however room felt very neglected and the carpets were disgusting. Lack of on site parking is a huge inconvenience when travelling for work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay in the Park inn would stay again nice see view
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable central stay

Quick check in, room spacious and quiet. The aircon was noisy so switched it off, but it was one of the hottest weekend. Overall a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Centrally located very comfortable hotel.

Well located hotel. Very comfortable bed and a good night's sleep. Reception team were very efficient and friendly. A great asset to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

OASIS LIMOS KENT

Recently stayed at this lovely hotel, great location, cannot fault it at all, they did run out of Guinness in the bar though for the 3 day period I was there but that’s not a problem. Highly recommend and definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daluchi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved it! The sea view was amazing and I particularly enjoyed the short walking distance between the hotel and adventure island.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025