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The Ship

Property class: 3
3-star adults-only inn with restaurant

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Photo gallery for The Ship

A bar setting with a glass of a clear, possibly alcoholic beverage garnished with a lime slice, on a bar counter with a green cloth underneath.
A corner building with a sign reading "The Ship" and a pub named "Greene King".
A room with a wooden rocking chair, a mirror, and a bed with white bedding.
A neatly made bed with white linens and a wooden headboard.
A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, patterned chairs, and wall-mounted lamps.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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18 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, England, CM1 1SW
  • Place, Admirals Park LNR
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Chelmsford Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bond Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a red rug.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 8)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 8)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a red rug.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

A room with two wooden beds, a chair, a bedside table, and a lamp.

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, Shared Bathroom (Bath and Shower)

A bedroom with a bed, a red wall, a framed picture, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Suite, Shared Bathroom (Bath and Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 3)

A bedroom with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 5)

A bedroom with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a black leather chair, and a chandelier.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 5)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (Room 7)

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, dresser, and a window with blinds.

Single Room, Ensuite (Room 7)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 8)

A bedroom with a bed, a round mirror, a patterned wallpaper, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 8)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite, City View (Room 9)

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, dresser, and a window with blinds.

Single Room, Ensuite, City View (Room 9)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

A neatly made bed with white linens, a headboard with a light wood finish, and a patterned wallpaper with a leaf-like design.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Chelmsford

In Chelmsford .Your stay at this Chelmsford inn places you within a 10-minute walk of Chelmsford Cathedral and Admirals Park LNR. Central Park and Admirals Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Central Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Admirals Park LNR - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chelmsford Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bond Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Forest Drive Shops - 3 min drive - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Chelmsford Station - 4 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Back Inn Time - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Ale House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Radio City Social - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Plough - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ship

3-star adults-only inn with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Chelmsford inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ship offers 10 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Ice maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Visa

Important information

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ship to the airport?

The Ship 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 The Ship?

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship on Oct 4, 2026 start from $106, 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 The Ship have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ship.

How close is The Ship to the beach?

This inn is 14.1 mi (35-min drive) from Mill Beach.

Does The Ship offer free breakfast?

The Ship does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Ship?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Ship?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ship?

Free parking is not available at this inn. Self parking is available for a fee.

Does The Ship have a pool?

The Ship does not have a pool.

Does The Ship have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Ship have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Ship to downtown Chelmsford?

The Ship is 0.4 mi away from Chelmsford.

The Ship Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 304 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful. We were swapped to a better room without asking. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Good pub with rooms, friendly team
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay good food in the evening
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great hotel room - modern, clean and comfy. TV is quite big! Only issue was the windows didn't open but a fan was included. But great for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms at The Ship. 2mins walk to the train station, 5mins into town. Can hear the pub music but they turn it off promptly at closing. Shower was strong and beds are comfy. Staff are friendly and welcoming, easy to check in and check out. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bedroom was really nice and clean although the bed had been really creaky and the room was hot. The tv didn’t bar many channels. But the overall experience and room was good. People at the bar were very friendly and the staff were lovely. There was a good vibe and atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I booked a room that was not facing the street. The room was okay, but very small. There was a window, but the glass was dirty and the immediate outside was very dirty. The staff was polite and helpful. There is no lobby, just a bar with rooms upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic and showed me to my room and were happy to book a table for me and my friends that evening which was so helpful. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable however the room was very hot all throughout the night so I slept with the fan on. I assumed this was known as there was already a fan in my room so I was happy to sleep with it on but it was noisy, so pack earplugs! The coffee machine was a lovely touch and the room was perfect for what I needed. I would recommend and stay again happily.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old pub right next to Chelmsford rail and bus stations. Very welcoming bar staff. Rooms are really nicely decorated with tea and coffee making and separate secure access. Really great value and centrally located for all Chelmsford has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible, staff were really awful, I asked for an iron they said they would bring this up, I chased them they said yes, then again and they said it is someone else's room but the manager will sort, then the manager said no iron was available and the staff member turned extremely aggressive, NEVER AGAIN
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it … will be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff very helpful and food excellent But room 7 seems to be over a cellar so noisey throw the night. And brick wall covering window.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel good food and service, carpark next to hotel but overnight parking ends at 8am
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Hmm. The room was fine, and in a good location. The blinds aren’t great, though, and let in a lot of light. However, what has caused me to give it a poor score is, I’d been to a funeral the day before and was looking forward to a lie in before my long drive home. Imagine my annoyance, then, when the cleaner tried to get into my room at 7am and of course woke me up. The only thing I wanted was a good night’s sleep and The Ship failed me. I reckon Greene King should refund me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food loads of options stayed 3 times now will be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Staff was courteous. Room was smaller than expected; a bit claustrophobic, but fine for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As a solo traveler, I can honestly say I felt safe and comfortable at The Ship. It’s so well placed for getting to the station, restaurants and shopping in Chelmsford. The room was bijou but completely adequate for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Never stayed as they wouldn’t let me clove my dates. No debate; no alternatives. Nothing. No customer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, nice room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the en suite room, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful staff and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly, room clean, food/drinks great! Not handicapped fitted, lots of stairs. Separate toilet and shower area outside room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

I will stay again.

Good stay, comfortable, reasonably quiet for city centre pub. Plan to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than chain hotels

Really clean and comfortable room, toasty warm, good shower
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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