In the heart of the city, County Hotel Chelmsford offers a luxurious retreat with a living plant wall and secured bicycle storage. Enjoy British cuisine at Samphire Restaurant, unwind on the terrace or explore business opportunities in the business center. Guests praise helpful staff.
Located near a train station, County Hotel Chelmsford is a great choice for a stay in Chelmsford. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Samphire Restaurant, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
58 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Uncovered onsite self parking (GBP 9 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Working away
Business center
5 meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bike storage
Facilities
Built in 1928
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Locally sourced food is prioritized
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Uses some LED lighting
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual fire alarm
Stair-free path to entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Special features
Dining
Samphire Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.00 to 15.00 per person
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs GBP 9 per night
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
County Chelmsford
County Hotel
County Hotel Chelmsford
The County Hotel Chelmsford Essex
County Hotel Chelmsford Hotel
County Hotel Chelmsford Chelmsford
County Hotel Chelmsford Hotel Chelmsford
Frequently asked questions
Does County Hotel Chelmsford offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, County Hotel Chelmsford does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at County Hotel Chelmsford?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at County Hotel Chelmsford?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 9 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at County Hotel Chelmsford?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Are there restaurants at or near County Hotel Chelmsford?
Yes, Samphire Restaurant offers British cuisine.
What's the area around County Hotel Chelmsford like?
County Hotel Chelmsford is in the heart of Chelmsford, a short 5-minute walk from Chelmsford Station and 8 minutes' walk from Chelmsford Cathedral.
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Reviews
County Hotel Chelmsford Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.8
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently praised for its delicious options, wide range, and excellent quality. (18 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2026
Staff were so helpful and accomadating. I would highly recommend staying at this hotel. I would also highly recommend eating in the restaurant. Both dinner and breakfast were amazing with a touch of luxury too .
Chloe
Chloe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2026
Superb friendly service
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2026
Had another lovely stay. Staff are always friendly and helpful and hotel is very clean and tidy. Will definitely be back again
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
Really good from start to finish. Staff were all very welcoming and helpful. The room was spacious and spotless. The breakfast was lovely with a wide range of options.
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2025
Room was very clean and the staff were very welcoming and accommodating.
Mitchell
Mitchell, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 8, 2025
The room and bathroom were exceptionally clean and the bed/bedding very comfortable.
Ros
Ros, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2026
Had a lovely 1 night stay at this hotel. Immaculate room with the most comfy bed. Lovely bar and restaurant downstairs. Great location, 10 minute walk into town. Would highly recommend.
Charlotte
Charlotte, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
Very comfortable stay, and the lady serving Breakfast Chris couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. A great place to stay in the area
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2026
The heating wasn’t working for some reason but the staff were amazing and moved me rooms very quickly and made sure I was very cozy! Staff are amazing!
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
Lovely people very friendly helpful.. clean room good food
sharon
sharon, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2025
Staff are supper helpful
Rajdeep
Rajdeep, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
Excellent location. Friendly staff. The breakfast was really good. The room was clean and comfortable.
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2025
Always a pleasure to stay this time u was nervous as I was in the annexe but the ground floor room was modern, comfortable and had air con/heating
Michelle
Michelle, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
Very good service, clean room, staff were very good and breakfast very nice
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 3, 2025
Staff are friendly and helpful.
MARIECLAIRE
MARIECLAIRE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2025
Very nice room that was really clean and comfortable. The breakfast was excellent.
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
Lovely hotel, super location and really nice staff especially at breakfast
Lee
Lee, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 12, 2025
The room (although dated) was spotless. There was plenty of room, the bath was gorgeous, and we loved the addition of cold milk in the fridge.
The radiator and aircon suddenly made strange noises in the night, waking us a few times.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 27, 2025
Always a pleasant stay here, the staff are very friendly & helpful
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Great hotel!
Stayed for one night for a girls weekend away to go to Chelmsford's Music Festival. Hotel was in a great location with parking. We had a spacious room with great amenities & a lovely lunch in the bar! Would definitely stay here again!!
Paulette
Paulette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
The staff were very kind and professional. The place was very clean and comfortable.
Pamela
Pamela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Everywhere was clean, the staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast was really nice.
Karolyn
Karolyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Good location near the train station and good sized rooms. Bathrooms were newer and functional.
Brian
Brian, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
Very Good Location and very clean
Pallav
Pallav, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2023
Great hotel and lovely staff very helpful also within walking distance of town