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The Palace Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel with restaurant

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Lobby sitting area
Meeting facility
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Front of property

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Church Road, Southend-on-Sea, England, SS1 2AL
  • Place, Adventure Island
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Southend Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, O2 Arena
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Southend-on-Sea

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Southend Pier and Adventure Island. Southend Cliff Gardens and Three Shells Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Adventure Island - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Southend Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Southend Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bluewater Shopping Centre - 44 min drive - 30.2 miles
  • ExCeL Exhibition Centre - 61 min drive - 39.3 miles

Getting around

  • Southend Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Craftwerk Beers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Utopia Coffee Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chinnery's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪BB coffee and muffins - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Palace Hotel

3-star beach hotel with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 3767 square feet (350 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a terrace, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly The Palace Hotel.

This 3-star Southend-on-Sea hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 137 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3767 sq ft of conference space
  • 350 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Palace Hotel offers 137 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. 24-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • 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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 25 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
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, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Park Inn Palace
Park Inn Palace Southend-on-Sea
Park Inn Radisson Palace
Park Inn Radisson Palace Hotel
Park Inn Radisson Palace Hotel Southend-on-Sea
Park Inn Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea
Park Inn Southend-on-Sea
Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea
Radisson Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea Radisson
Park Inn By Radisson Palace Southend-On-Sea Essex
Park Inn Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea Hotel
Park Inn By Radisson Palace Southend-On-Sea Essex
Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend on Sea
Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea Hotel
Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea Southend-on-Sea

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Palace Hotel to the airport?

The Palace Hotel is 3 mi (15-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Palace Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Palace Hotel.

How close is The Palace Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Three Shells Beach and 8-minute walk from Southend Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Palace Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Palace Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Palace Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Rendezvous Southend Casino (9-min walk) and Genting Casino (14-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Palace Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Palace Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Palace Hotel have a pool?

The Palace Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Palace Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Palace Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Palace Hotel to downtown Southend-on-Sea?

The Palace Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Southend-on-Sea.

The Palace Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 1000 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bozena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All round great place and staff,just parking isn't great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

james

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our first room had stains on the carpet which looked like vomit. We were given a different room which was marginally better better but the shower cubicle was dirty and had hairs in the tray so we didn’t use it. Overall, the property was tatty and we definitely wouldn’t recommend staying there
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was really nice, loads of choice and tasty. Staff were lovely, polite, professional and well mannered. Room was very nice and spacious, had a good night sleep and good selection of complimentary drinks. My only criticism was my shower wasn't powerfull with heat , the pole holding the shower head came loose and the carpet in my room had a few stains which was off putting, needs sorting out and cleaning properly to remove dark patches.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff friendly & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Evandro

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

It need renovation

The carpet was dirty, in the room and on the common areas, the bathroom didn’t have all lights working and shower is very runout. The airconditioning wasn’t working in the room. I had a wonderful view of the pier but the window was so dirt and full of bird poo that made not as enjoyable as it should The main reason why I book there was to use the gym and it wasn’t open due maintenance issues.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and location are good. The beds and pillows were quite uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Park Inn

Spacious room with sea view, excellent toiletries. Comfortbale bed. Friendly and helfpul staff. The double room had only one arm chair plus one upright chair. Minimal hanging space and no wardrobe or drawers. No small fridge. Poor heating controls. No hotel information or information on "What to do in Southend and area". Zero car parking facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Carpets and flooring filthy and sticky! Bar still dirty in the morning I expect to be contacted over this
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

caroline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic budget hotel, clean with large rooms and friendly staff. No parking and nearby parking over expensive. Used NCP car park next to station but bit of a walk if you have mobility issues or lots of luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayed

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

8/10 Good

Folasade

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a great short stay, the hotel is in a great location, the staff were friendly and accomodating. Breakfast was good and the hotel is nice, but the carpets are tired and could do with replacing in some areas. Apart from that, i liked my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

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

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Southend Penguin Waddle and Street Art

Brilliant. Comfy bed. Clean, spacious room. Water and coffee facilities available. Southend was brimming with street artists painting on buildings, Penguin statues scattered about the town and a treasure hunt! Best weekend ever. The Park Inn right on the sea front easiky accessible to all of it. Great fun.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Suresh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
You need to drop the palace name. Defo not palace but ok for a 3 star
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teneica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely time here
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Short seaside family break

Me and my family had a lovely time on our short break. Our room was a great size for a family room with a lovely sea view and It had enough beds for all of us which were very comfortably. The bathroom was tiny for a family rooom. The bathroom floor was bumpy and uneven to walk on. The toilet seat cover fell off. The flush buttons was too hard to push so the toilet never really cleared after each use. Also when we turned on one of the fans in the bedroom, so much thick dust came flying out of it that we had to turn it off immediately. But the breakfast the next day was great and all of the staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Give this one a steer…

First of all, the bed was so lumpy that you could barely sleep on it. You could actually see the lumps in the mattress as the devalue was sitting on it. Second of all, because I was in the room where they allow dogs, there were dog pee stains all over the carpet. There is no excuse for that from either the owners of the dogs or the hotel. There are products out there that will successfully remove pee stains as well as the smell from the dog pee. Additionally, because I had booked two nights in a row, but booked them separately, I asked when I checked in if I would have the same room. The clerk told me that yes I would have the same room. I received a call the next day where they had gone into my room and my stuff was still there. So I had to remind them that I had actually booked tonight. It was then that I was informed that I should have checked out and then checked back in. I don’t have a problem doing that, but I need to be told in advance that that’s what the expectation is. So I thought that was very unprofessional of them. Overall, it was not a good experience staying in this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

2 and half star

Hotel was ok generally. Not much atmosphere in restaurant area. Room and bed were ok. Carpet was very dirty. Balcony had many bird droppings.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kinga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice hotel in an excellent location. The staff was kind, breakfast was tasty and there was a great variety of food. The room was spacious with all the necessary facilities and nice big mirrors. As I read some of the previous comments about the cleanliness it was true that the carpet was stained. The windows are old, not double glazed, I couldn't fall asleep because of the sound of the wind. However, overall, we had a good stay here and we would return because there are more pros than cons.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025