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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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Top reviews in Southend-on-Sea
The Beaches Guest House
The Beaches Guest HouseSouthend-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
Omg what a lovely place to stay. Clean, well maintained , very comfortable a really home from home. Breakfast was excellent .I would definitely stay again. So friendly nothing was to much trouble. Looking forward to going back when I can . So thank you very much to our hosts . Very impressed. 👍
Omg what a lovely place to stay. Clean, well maintained , very comfortable a really home from home. Breakfast was excellent .I would definitely stay again. So friendly nothing was to much trouble. Looking forward to going back when I can . So thank you very much to our hosts . Very impressed. 👍
Catherine
The Ship Hotel
The Ship HotelLeigh-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
Fab experience lovely hotel- can’t think of anything negative at all! we had a very lovely comfortable stay- would definitely recommend
Fab experience lovely hotel- can’t think of anything negative at all! we had a very lovely comfortable stay- would definitely recommend
Lucy
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
Hamiltons Boutique HotelSouthend-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
We arrived and we was greeted by lovely lady Debbie, the room, bed & shower all fabulous. Breakfast was beautifully cooked and lovely crest fruit, all you wanted. Having stayed at several places when we visit Southend, now we have found The Hamilton we would stay anywhere else. It's a real gem
We arrived and we was greeted by lovely lady Debbie, the room, bed & shower all fabulous. Breakfast was beautifully cooked and lovely crest fruit, all you wanted. Having stayed at several places when we visit Southend, now we have found The Hamilton we would stay anywhere else. It's a real gem
jan
Premier Inn Southend Airport
Premier Inn Southend AirportSouthend-on-Sea
8/10 Good
Bed was very comfortable and the breakfast good variety
Bed was very comfortable and the breakfast good variety
Andrew
Green Farmhouse
Green FarmhouseSittingbourne
10/10 Excellent
Lovely host, clean room and great breakfast.
Will be back!
Lovely host, clean room and great breakfast.
Will be back!
Emma
The Queen Phillippa
The Queen PhillippaQueenborough
10/10 Excellent
We found this hotel to be far enough away from the town centre to not be bothered by any noise but close enough for a nice stroll and the sunset over the harbour was lovely. The owners have obviously spent a great deal of time and money on this once run down to turn it into a comfortable hotel with more improvements planned.
We found this hotel to be far enough away from the town centre to not be bothered by any noise but close enough for a nice stroll and the sunset over the harbour was lovely. The owners have obviously spent a great deal of time and money on this once run down to turn it into a comfortable hotel with more improvements planned.
Rain
Camelia Hotel
Camelia HotelSouthend-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
This was my second visit and the service was even better than last time when it was exemplary. From the moment we arrived the staff could not do enough to help us. They even helped me with the bags because my husband is less abled. They were very attentive and went the extra mile to ensure our stay was memorable. The icing on the cake was having the cases taken to the car when we departed. We will definitely be back there when we next book a show at Cliffs Pavilion as it is so convenient. Many...
This was my second visit and the service was even better than last time when it was exemplary. From the moment we arrived the staff could not do enough to help us. They even helped me with the bags because my husband is less abled. They were very attentive and went the extra mile to ensure our stay was memorable. The icing on the cake was having the cases taken to the car when we departed. We will definitely be back there when we next book a show at Cliffs Pavilion as it is so convenient. Many...
Sonia
Seven Hotel
Seven HotelSouthend-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
Fabulous, our room 402 had a huge balcony with views over the estuary and of the pier. Staff were very friendly and attentive, evening meal of sharing steak was cooked exactly as we like it and breakfast was also very nice, highly recommend the full English for the hungry or sausage muffin. The location is also great, up on the cliff away from the noise but only a short walk to the lift and no more than 5 minutes walk to the pier. My only suggestions to make this perfect would be to make a...
Fabulous, our room 402 had a huge balcony with views over the estuary and of the pier. Staff were very friendly and attentive, evening meal of sharing steak was cooked exactly as we like it and breakfast was also very nice, highly recommend the full English for the hungry or sausage muffin. The location is also great, up on the cliff away from the noise but only a short walk to the lift and no more than 5 minutes walk to the pier. My only suggestions to make this perfect would be to make a...
Victoria
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
Holiday Inn Southend by IHGSouthend-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
whenever working in the area always a perfect stay.
whenever working in the area always a perfect stay.
Gordon
Chudleigh Hotel
Chudleigh HotelClacton-on-Sea
10/10 Excellent
Can’t fault anything would definitely stay there again so thoughtful everything catered for excellent and very friendly
Can’t fault anything would definitely stay there again so thoughtful everything catered for excellent and very friendly
Gary
The Bell Inn
The Bell InnStanford-le-Hope
10/10 Excellent
Room was luxurious and lovely
Room was luxurious and lovely
Maryam
Duke of Cumberland
Duke of CumberlandWhitstable
10/10 Excellent
Staff were wonderful as was the room and the food available in the restaurant.
Only disadvantage was the lack of car parking but that still wouldn’t put us off returning.
Staff were wonderful as was the room and the food available in the restaurant.
Only disadvantage was the lack of car parking but that still wouldn’t put us off returning.
Karen
The Beaumont - B&B
The Beaumont - B&BSittingbourne
10/10 Excellent
Lovely building good location nice garden area and the hosts are really nice and helpful breakfast was probably the best for a long time would definitely stay again
Lovely building good location nice garden area and the hosts are really nice and helpful breakfast was probably the best for a long time would definitely stay again
Roger
Inner Dowsing Lightship
Inner Dowsing LightshipRochester
10/10 Excellent
Beautiful find. Very impressed, everything was perfect. The room was amazing, especially waking up to the views in the sunshine. Everything we needed and the room was spotless. All the little details have been thought of. The breakfast was yummy and the owners very friendly. We even had a text the evening we arrived asking us what time we would like breakfast and the options available. Such a lovely personal touch. Will definitely go back and recommend to others.
Beautiful find. Very impressed, everything was perfect. The room was amazing, especially waking up to the views in the sunshine. Everything we needed and the room was spotless. All the little details have been thought of. The breakfast was yummy and the owners very friendly. We even had a text the evening we arrived asking us what time we would like breakfast and the options available. Such a lovely personal touch. Will definitely go back and recommend to others.
Lisa
The Sun Inn
The Sun InnFaversham
10/10 Excellent
Fantastic room with great beams and a fantastic bath.
Fantastic room with great beams and a fantastic bath.
Sean
The Harvard Inn
The Harvard InnIngatestone
10/10 Excellent
I was impressed by the attention to detail for all the food courses and meals that we had. All very good.
I was impressed by the attention to detail for all the food courses and meals that we had. All very good.
Anonymous traveller
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southend-on-Sea like for a resort holiday?
You deserve a holiday, and a resort is the perfect place to indulge in all the amenities and services you need for a relaxing trip to Southend-on-Sea. One of the comfortable resort hotels in the surrounding area might be just what you're looking for, whether you want a luxurious suite, a state-of-the-art fitness centre or nightly entertainment options.
What's a top resort in Southend-on-Sea?
Our highest-rated resort near Southend-on-Sea: Mersea Island Holiday Park - 21 mi (33.8 km) from Southend-on-Sea. Features free self-parking and an indoor pool.
What can I do in Southend-on-Sea?
Travellers love exploring the beaches in Southend-on-Sea, and say that there are lots of great bars here. Explore the interesting exhibits at Prittlewell Priory, or enjoy some time by the water at Southend Beach. Adventure Island and Southend-on-Sea City Hall are a few additional attractions in the area that you might like.
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.
What's the best way to get to and around Southend-on-Sea?
Fly into London (SEN-Southend), which is located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into London (LCY-London City), which is 28.6 mi (46.1 km) away. If you want to see more of the area, hop on a train from Southend Central Station, Southend Victoria Station or Southend East Station.