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County Hotel Chelmsford

4.0 star property
4-star hotel perfect for exploring Chelmsford

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Daily full breakfast for a fee
Reception
Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area
Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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29 Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, England, CM1 2PZ
  • Place, Admirals Park LNR
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Chelmsford Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bond Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Room, 1 Double Bed (Spacious) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 Double Bed (Spacious)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 548 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 732 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Double Room (Annex Building) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room (Annex Building)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Single Room (Annex Building) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Single Room (Annex Building)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 110 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Chelmsford

Heart of Chelmsford.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Admirals Park and Admirals Park LNR. Chelmsford Cathedral and Tower Gardens are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Admirals Park LNR - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Chelmsford Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bond Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Melbourne Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Melbourne Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Chelmsford Station - 5 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ale House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Radio City Social - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mr Cavendish - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Railway Tavern - ‬5 min walk

About this property

County Hotel Chelmsford

4-star hotel perfect for exploring Chelmsford
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 center and 5 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and room service (during limited hours) are also featured at the business-friendly 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 center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is 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 hair dryers. This Chelmsford hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Mar 15 - Mar 16
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self 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

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

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 elevator
  • 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 washroom
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • 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-authorize 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 fire extinguisher and 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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each 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

How close is County Hotel Chelmsford to the airport?

County Hotel Chelmsford is 19 mi (39-min drive) away from the Stansted Airport (STN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at County Hotel Chelmsford on Mar 15, 2026 start from $128, 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 County Hotel Chelmsford have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at County Hotel Chelmsford.

How close is County Hotel Chelmsford to the beach?

This hotel is 14.2 mi (36-min drive) from Mill Beach.

Does County Hotel Chelmsford offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at County Hotel Chelmsford, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 10.00 and 15.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at County Hotel Chelmsford?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 9 per night.

Does County Hotel Chelmsford have a pool?

County Hotel Chelmsford does not have a pool.

Does County Hotel Chelmsford have a restaurant?

County Hotel Chelmsford is home to Samphire Restaurant, which features British cuisine.

Does County Hotel Chelmsford have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is County Hotel Chelmsford to downtown Chelmsford?

County Hotel Chelmsford is 0.5 mi away from Chelmsford.

County Hotel Chelmsford Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 555 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 555 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 555 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 555 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 555 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room (although dated) was spotless. There was plenty of room, the bath was gorgeous, and we loved the addition of cold milk in the fridge. The radiator and aircon suddenly made strange noises in the night, waking us a few times.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ros

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room and bathroom were exceptionally clean and the bed/bedding very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Maze
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old and tired. Got phoned by reception 5 minutes after check out time. Massively overpriced for the facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajdeep

Staff are supper helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Quaint charming old hotel with modern upgrades to much of the building. The breakfast looked great but did not have. Staff was outstanding, very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always a pleasure to stay this time u was nervous as I was in the annexe but the ground floor room was modern, comfortable and had air con/heating
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anwuli

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

apostolos

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location. Friendly staff. The breakfast was really good. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Maureen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times but this will be the last. The lift was not working for the whole four days and one morning the hot water stopped completely when I was half way through my shower. This was fixed but no-one, apart from the girl at reception, thought to apologise.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rohit

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor - uncomfortable, tight bathroom and v. noisy

I stayed only for 1 night and at first the room was okay, average size with a really tiny ensuite but generally clean. However, soon I realised that the thermostat to regulate the heat did not work - I was too hot. I could open the windows a crack but they overlooked the car park and this would be unsafe and compromise my privacy as I was on the ground floor. At night, the place was really noisy. Kept me awake for quite a long time. I stayed in the annexe on the ground floor and the upstairs occupants were constantly moving around. Noise insulation was non existent. When it comes to the ensuite shower room - it was so tight that to sit on the WC was actually not possible without turning myself at an angle of 45 degrees! Another annoying thing was that I was charged 8 pounds to park my car overnight, but as the hotel seemed to have a function all the parking spaces were taken and it took me ages to find a parking spot. All these issues created a very uncomfortable night for me, and I will not be returning or recommending this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people very friendly helpful.. clean room good food
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Secure parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a really bad experience. I chose this purely on cost but I expected more. The room was new and decorated nice but it was in like terrace house, walls so thin I could hear everything. Certainly not good for a couple if you want to do couple things. The room was hot and they just had a desk fan it’s 2025. I’m 14stone so not big and I couldn’t sit comfortably on the toilet it was so tight and a sink in the way. You had to put the kettle on the floor to plug it in. Felt like a cheap b&b at the seaside which I’m not knocking but this is meant to be a 3 star hotel. I can not recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louie

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025