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This newly refurbished, large town centre hotel is located just a few minutes’ walk from the train station, and close to Chelmsford town centre.
Reach central London via a direct, 35 minute train route. Chelmsford Museum, Essex County Cricket Club, Riverside Ice and Leisure and Chelmsford Cathedral, amongst other attractions, are all within walking distance of the hotel.
The County Hotel prides itself on its superb service, making it an excellent place to stay if you are visiting Chelmsford or its surrounding areas. The 54 spacious and contemporary rooms are bright and stylish, and feature flat screen TVs, free wireless internet access and Freeview and satellite TV.
The acclaimed County Hotel Restaurant offers a comfortable, informal yet stylish dining experience and is the perfect place to enjoy classic British food in a modern style.
All our rooms and public areas are non-smoking.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 20.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Free Public parking is possible on site.
Pets are not allowed.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
No deposit will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 20.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Early arrivals: if your arrival is early in the day and you prefer immediate access to your room, we recommend reserving for the prior night to guarantee immediate access. If you choose not to reserve, we will be happy to store your bags for you.
The 54 spacious and contemporary rooms are bright and stylish and feature flat screen TVs, free wireless internet access and Freeview and satellite TV. The new premier rooms are luxurious in style and more spacious with extra features including bathrobes and a minibar.
Features single bed, en suite, Flat Screen TV, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, trouser press, direct dial telephones and complimentary tea and coffee.
Features double bed, en suite, Flat Screen TV, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, trouser press, direct dial telephones and complimentary tea and coffee.
The guests will find a premium selection of Teas/Coffees & biscuits, mineral water & Fruits.
Our chefs produce an extensive à la carte menu which is available for lunch and dinner. Our style is classic British food in a modern style, using only the best of British seasonal ingredients. Breads, scones, pasta and ice cream are all homemade.
Our team go to great lengths to source the best that our local and national producers have to offer, taking great care each month to ensure each and every ingredient is at the height of its growing season, but always maintaining genuine value for money.
By Car
From the M25:
- Leave the M25 at junction 28 to join the A12 towards Brentwood / A1023 / Chelmsford.
- Follow the A12 and leave at junction 15 to Chelmsford.
- Take the first exit at the roundabout onto the A414.
- Enter the next roundabout and take the second exit onto London Road (tenpin bowling alley will be on your left).
- Enter the next roundabout (Widford roundabout) and take the first exit onto Westway, signposted Widford Industrial Estate.
- Go straight through 3 sets of traffic lights (follow signs for Broomfield Hospital A&E, Civic Centre and West End).
- Westway becomes Waterhouse Lane; Waterhouse Lane becomes Rainsford Lane. As you go through the 3rd set of traffic lights, take the left-hand fork, (there are 2 lanes that go off to the left, stay in the right-hand lane).
- Head straight over to another set of traffic lights to the right (signposted railway station / West End).
- Turn right and the hotel is on your right.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation