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The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

4.0 star property
4-star boutique guest house perfect for exploring Southend-on-Sea

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A row of terraced houses with outdoor seating and flower boxes.
A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a seating area with a patterned carpet.
Reception
A building with an entrance labeled "Entrance" and "The Tissotacque Bazar."
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a television, and curtains.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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9-13 Wilson Road, Southend-on-Sea, England, SS1 1HG
  • Place, Adventure Island
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Southend Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Southend Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Compact Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a radiator, and a door with a sign.

Compact Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with a red throw blanket, a striped pillow, and two red lamps on a bedside table.

Luxury Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 96 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a bookshelf.

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 194 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for STANDARD DOUBLE

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a bed with a white and brown bedspread.

STANDARD DOUBLE

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for LUXURY DOUBLE

A neatly made bed with a red blanket, a grey upholstered headboard, and multiple pillows. There is a bedside table with a lamp and a small shelf.

LUXURY DOUBLE

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for COMPACT DOUBLE

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a small white cabinet.

COMPACT DOUBLE

  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Southend-on-Sea

City center stay.Within a 5-minute walk of this Southend-on-Sea guesthouse, you'll find Southend Cliff Gardens and Genting Casino. Cliffs Pavilion and Southend Pier Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cliffs Pavilion - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Adventure Island - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Three Shells Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Southend Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Southend Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Southend Central Station - 9 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oliver’s On The Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Olde Trout - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cricketers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Railway Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

4-star boutique guest house perfect for exploring Southend-on-Sea
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this guesthouse measures 140 square feet (13 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victorian Southend-on-Sea guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 140 sq ft of conference space
  • 13 sq m of conference space
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion offers 20 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. This Southend-on-Sea guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 6 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 21 and August 21.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 12.00 per room (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 6 per day (16 ft away)

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 cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Ilfracombe House
Ilfracombe House Hotel
Ilfracombe House Hotel Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe House Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe House Guesthouse Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe House Guesthouse
The Ilfracombe House
The Ilfracombe House Hotel near Cliffs Pavilion
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion Guesthouse

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion to the airport?

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion is 2.9 mi (6-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 Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion on Aug 9, 2026 start from $125, 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 Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion have an airport shuttle?

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of GBP 12.00 per room, one-way.

How close is The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 13-minute walk from Three Shells Beach and 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Chalkwell Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion offer free breakfast?

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion offers free English breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Genting Casino (5-min walk) and Rendezvous Southend Casino (20-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion have a pool?

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion does not have a pool.

Does The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion to downtown Southend-on-Sea?

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion is 0.4 mi away from Southend-on-Sea.

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 502 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice stay in a comfortable hotel, handy for the sea and walks through the gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and attentive, cozy room, comfortable bar, nice breakfast freshly cooked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

FRANCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall all good and staff polite and helpful...
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hessam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are cordial while so friendly. The room was great and the location can be beat by any other ones.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent, clean and tidy, extremely comfortable bed. Couldn't ask for anymore. Really good cooked breakfast to boot..🙂 Overall a great stay, would recommend highly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & comfortable.Staff very friendly and helpful.Lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very helpful and friendly service the Brett was very good 👍 the hotel had a nice little bar with a TV in bar there was a little carpark for about 5 cars Easy to walk around and not far to seafront would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fresh and tasty. Good portions
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly check-in, room was a good size plus breakfast and parking included meant the overall price was fair compared to chain hotel in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good amenities, staff friendly and helpful. Free parking Lovely food Would go again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

SUZANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Ilfracombe is a little olde worlde but very comfortable and quiet. The beds are comfortable, the rooms clean and the staff very friendly and helpful. The breakfast served in their quaint breakfast room is absolutely superb and set us up well for a long day's walking in the sea air!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room and gorgeous breakfast. Staff are so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay again and recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming little hotel. Excellent sized rooms, comfy beds, tasty cooked breakfast, and great staff. Loved the bar area!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable hotel with easy parking. Large rooms with modern ensuite facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely place to stay. Great price, clean and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay in this family run hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was freshly cooked and very substantial. The dining area was very pleasant and comfortable and served very nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get too. Gave me a parking permit to park outside. Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was very clean. Plenty of tea and coffee. Fantastic choice of breakfast included in the price. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A very well run hotel in a fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some parts are a little dated but a good, clean, comfortable room with everything I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location with parking, excellent breakfast and comfy room with full size bath. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deepak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 1 night, good location, free parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

Great stay.

Lovely family run hotel. Very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

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

Enjoyed our stay

Great stay, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022