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The Ship Hotel

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Chalkwell Beach

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine, ocean views
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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New Rd, Leigh on Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, England, SS9 2EA
  • Place, Bell Wharf Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Estuary Bicycle Trail
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Chalkwell Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

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Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Sea View

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

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Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

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Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 213 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Sea view

About the neighborhood

Leigh-on-Sea

Near the airport.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Leigh-on-Sea hotel, you'll find Chalkwell Beach and Cliffs Pavilion. Also, Adventure Island is within 3 miles (5 km) and Southend Pier is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Bell Wharf Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Estuary Bicycle Trail - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chalkwell Beach - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Two Tree Island - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Belfairs Wood, Park and Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Westcliff-on-Sea Leigh-On-Sea Station - 12 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Broadway Leigh-On-Sea - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bits On The Side - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sarah Moore - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde Smack - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Peterboat - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ship Hotel

4.5-star luxury hotel near Chalkwell Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury The Ship Hotel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. A complete renovation of The Ship Hotel was completed in July 2025.

This 4.5-star Leigh-on-Sea hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1798
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ship Hotel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 100 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ship Hotel to the airport?

The Ship Hotel is 3.7 mi (19-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ship Hotel?

As of Jan 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship Hotel on Feb 4, 2026 start from $120.79, excluding 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 Hotel have an airport shuttle?

The Ship Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of GBP 100 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is The Ship Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Bell Wharf Beach and 1.5 mi (7-min drive) from Chalkwell Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Ship Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Ship Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ship Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino (5-min drive) and Rendezvous Southend Casino (8-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Ship Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Ship Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Ship Hotel have a pool?

The Ship Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Ship Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Ship Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body treatments, massages, and aromatherapy.

How close is The Ship Hotel to downtown Leigh-on-Sea?

The Ship Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Leigh-on-Sea.

The Ship Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely convenient location. Very clean and freshly renovated. Staff very helpful and friendly. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return. We were given an upgrade to a deluxe seaview room which was very well equipped and comfortable. Car parking might be a problem as it is limited and the suites and high grade rooms get a space reserved. They kindly saved us a space as we needed disabled access. The breakfast was very good and freshk6cooked. We hope to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

8/10 Good

Ruth

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and staff. Very cosey room . Place was spotless. And what a sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely brilliant stay! We only did a one night stay but the hotel itself is superb. Very friendly staff (Grace in particular), with clean modern fittings and fixtures. Comfortable bed and pillows and breakfast was so fresh and tasty. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, friendly and really helpful staff, amazing food, beautiful rooms with good facilities and a really nice location with lots of great facilities within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay , staff were great, hotel is excellent. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great hotel & staff

Hotel was lovely & clean with great staff who went above & beyond to help me with early check in & additional parking. Too marks all round.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Albourne

This is new boutique hotel and they done it all really well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was perfect Very nice touches for our dog Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tamsin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Excellent room, very polite staff

Room was immaculate and bed very comfy. Staff very friendly and polite. Will definitely stay again when next in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRYSTALLA

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

8/10 Good

Agnes-Maria

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the bedrooms as the were large and comfortable. Nicely located to restaurants. Clearly a pet friendly environment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

10/10 Excellent

Gaye

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s been refurbished to the highest quality and the food is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

The food and cocktails were good. The rooms were practically soundproof. The staff is very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

Home away from home

I can’t think of anything negative aside from the lift that is very slow but it didn’t matter, I love taking the stairs. Service was great, place is immaculate, our server, Will, was very engaging and easy to get to pubs and restaurants as well. Also, if you’re not driving, you can just walk from the train station. The walk is ten minutes but it will feel that you’re just walking in a park. Absolutely lovely! I highly recommend this place and will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely overnight stay at The Ship. It was very comfortable and clean with friendly staff. Excellent location near to the beach, Leigh train station, pubs, restaurants and Leigh Broadway for shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025