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Channels Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star golf hotel with free breakfast

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Front of property
Honeymoon Suite | Living area | 40-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player
Superior Suite | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Exterior
Business center

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Belsteads Farm Lane, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, England, CM3 3PT
  • Place, Palace of Beaulieu
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Chelmsford City Racecourse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hylands House and Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Double Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated

Superior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Honeymoon Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated

Honeymoon Suite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Chelmsford

Chelmsford retreat .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Palace of Beaulieu and 6 miles (10 km) of Tuffnel Mere with a stay here. Riverside Leisure Centre and Bond Street are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Palace of Beaulieu - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Leez Priory - 8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse - 9 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Hylands House and Park - 30 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Lakeside Shopping Centre - 57 min drive - 39.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station - 8 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Belsteads - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Channels Hotel

4-star golf hotel with free breakfast
Channels Hotel offers its guests a golf course. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. The business-friendly Channels Hotel also features a vending machine and a garden. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Chelmsford hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Channels Hotel offers 21 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Chelmsford hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch plasma TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 2 to January 10:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Property 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Channels Hotel to the airport?

Channels Hotel is 15.8 mi (29-min drive) away from the Stansted Airport (STN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Channels Hotel?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Channels Hotel on Jun 7, 2026 start from $171, 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.

Does Channels Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Channels Hotel.

How close is Channels Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 13.9 mi (29-min drive) from Mill Beach.

Does Channels Hotel offer free breakfast?

Channels Hotel offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Channels Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Channels Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Channels Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Channels Hotel have a pool?

Channels Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Channels Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from January 2 to January 10.

Does Channels Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Channels Hotel to downtown Chelmsford?

Channels Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Chelmsford Garden.

Channels Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 276 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Krishnah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay very pleasant staff good especially Tom was very polite and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely hotel would recommend and will be returning next year
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely big room that was very clean. Comfy bed and pillows. Lovely breakfast and in a lovely venue.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay - would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff, wonderful setting, a great Brasserie and high quality room (sycamore).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Second visit and just as good. Room was even better,. Got to eat in the restaurant and the food was spot on. Highly recommended and great pricing midweek
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous place to stay’ perfect 10 on everything couldn’t have asked for better
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, Nice breakfast and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

Great stay

Great room, service and lovely breakfast, with good friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely spot, fabulous room, great nights sleep and a quality breakfast. Fabulous service start to finish
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay here for a local wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

Wonderful

Gorgeous place! A really lovely breakfast and super surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Concert weekend

Loved this hotel and staff were fab.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I'd stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Attila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is located at a very rural area, which is extremely quiet. There is plenty of parking. My accommodation was stylish and clear with underfloor heating. The bathroom had a Walk in shower and bath tub as well. The breakfast options were brilliant. The
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay! I will definitely like to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

amanda

The room was spotless. Separate bath and walk in shower..Central location to get
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our whole stay was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, hope to stay again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place, we loved it here and will deinately stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

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

Wonderful hotel

Absolutely beautiful room, decor and furnishing was lovely, bathroom huge, great shower, so much character in the room ans indeed the whole place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, great staff. Room and breakfast both gorgeous. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024