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County Hotel Chelmsford

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Suite, 1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area
Front of property
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$271
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr

Explore the area

Map
29 Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, England, CM1 2PZ
  • Chelmsford Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Melbourne Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hylands House and Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Balcony

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Sofa bed - double
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Single Room (Annex Building)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 10.20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Premier Room, 1 Double Bed (Spacious)

Premier Room, 1 Double Bed (Spacious)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Economy Double Room (Annex Building)

Economy Double Room (Annex Building)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Chelmsford

County Hotel Chelmsford puts you in the heart of Chelmsford, within just a 10-minute stroll of Admirals Park and Admirals Park LNR. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .The restaurant, Samphire Restaurant, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business amenities include 5 meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Chelmsford hotel include Chelmsford Cathedral and Bond Street.

What's nearby

  • Chelmsford Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bond Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Melbourne Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hylands House and Park - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse - 11 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Chelmsford Station - 4 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ale House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Radio City Social - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - Chelmsford - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Railway Tavern - ‬5 min walk

About this property

County Hotel Chelmsford

Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 5 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and room service (during limited hours) are also featured at the eco-certified County Hotel Chelmsford. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of County Hotel Chelmsford was completed in July 2023.

This 4-star Chelmsford hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1928
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
County Hotel Chelmsford offers 58 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This Chelmsford hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Filipino, German, Hindi, Hungarian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 9 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Samphire Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 9 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

County Chelmsford
County Hotel
County Hotel Chelmsford
The County Hotel Chelmsford Essex
County Hotel Chelmsford Hotel
County Hotel Chelmsford Chelmsford
County Hotel Chelmsford Hotel Chelmsford

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at County Hotel Chelmsford?

County Hotel Chelmsford offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at County Hotel Chelmsford?

As of 3 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at County Hotel Chelmsford on 4 Apr 2025 start from AU$270.55, including 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.

Is parking available at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Yep, County Hotel Chelmsford has an uncovered self car park for GBP 9 per night.

Are there any beaches close to County Hotel Chelmsford?

The closest beach to County Hotel Chelmsford is Mill Beach (18 km).

Does County Hotel Chelmsford serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is on offer on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at County Hotel Chelmsford?

No, County Hotel Chelmsford does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at County Hotel Chelmsford?

No, pets are not allowed.

County Hotel Chelmsford Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 467 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 467 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 467 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 467 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 467 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
tLovely bathroom and great shower, but the hotel room was very cold as the heating was quite complicated to use - added to this the heater plug shorted and there was a strong electrical smell in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADCONYARD

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Amitkumar

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mrs

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

The staff were super friendly and nothing was too much trouble
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lindsay

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good city centre hotel
Great location within walking distance of train station and city centre. Bar was nice. Breakfast had a big selection of tasty food. Staff very friendly. Parking on site for addee charge. Room was clean and tidy. Nice and quiet so slept well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn

Travelled with partner
Everywhere was clean, the staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend
Very convenient location for the city, able to park the car with no issues and enjoyed a decent, well-priced drink while we waited to check in. Excellent service from the reception would let us check in slightly early at no extra cost. Room was clean, very comfy bed, powerful shower and a well stocked tea/coffee/refreshments selection. Breakfast was outstanding - fab selection of continental options, buffet or hot food to order at your table. We had the eggs royal, which were delicious and French toast. Very impressed overall, especially as such a reasonable rate for the room. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
....
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Owen

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Wilfrida

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Excellent stay
We enjoyed a family celebration weekend with the staff being very helpful. The meal was well prepared, hot and tasty served by the restaurant staff efficiently. The room was clean and spotless. We had a great stay, thank you staff of The County Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOISES, Poinciana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, super location and really nice staff especially at breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wezley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was in an annexe which was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024