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County Hotel Chelmsford

4.0 star property
Hotel in Chelmsford with a restaurant and a bar

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Daily full breakfast for a fee
Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area
Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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29 Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, England, CM1 2PZ
  • Place, Admirals Park LNR
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Chelmsford Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bond Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Room, 1 Double Bed (Spacious) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Room, 1 Double Bed (Spacious)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 548 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 732 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Double Room (Annex Building) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Double Room (Annex Building)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Single Room (Annex Building) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Single Room (Annex Building)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 110 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Chelmsford

County Hotel Chelmsford places you within a 10-minute stroll of Admirals Park and Admirals Park LNR. This 4-star hotel has 58 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Admirals Park LNR - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Chelmsford Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tower Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bond Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Melbourne Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Chelmsford Station - 5 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ale House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Radio City Social - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mr Cavendish - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Railway Tavern - ‬5 min walk

About this property

County Hotel Chelmsford

Hotel in Chelmsford with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of County Hotel Chelmsford enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a business center. Self parking is offered for GBP 9 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, a living plant wall, and a banquet hall.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, portable fans, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 9 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Samphire Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1928
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 to 15.00 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 9 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is 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

Is a free cancellation option available at County Hotel Chelmsford?

County Hotel Chelmsford provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at County Hotel Chelmsford?

As of Feb 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at County Hotel Chelmsford on Feb 26, 2026 start from $137.65, 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.

What's there to do around County Hotel Chelmsford?

This hotel in Chelmsford is within a 10-minute walk of Admirals Park LNR and Admirals Park. You'll also find Bond Street and Tower Gardens less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for GBP 9 per night. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does County Hotel Chelmsford feature a casino at the property?

No, County Hotel Chelmsford doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at County Hotel Chelmsford?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at County Hotel Chelmsford?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include kitchens and minibars.

Does County Hotel Chelmsford have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does County Hotel Chelmsford have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, County Hotel Chelmsford serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Samphire Restaurant.

Does County Hotel Chelmsford allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at County Hotel Chelmsford.

Are there connecting rooms at County Hotel Chelmsford?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to County Hotel Chelmsford?

The closest major airport to County Hotel Chelmsford is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 19 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is London (SEN-Southend), which is located 19.6 mi away (45-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at County Hotel Chelmsford?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at County Hotel Chelmsford.

Does County Hotel Chelmsford host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at County Hotel Chelmsford if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

County Hotel Chelmsford Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 548 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anwuli

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

apostolos

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maisy

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

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location. Friendly staff. The breakfast was really good. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Maureen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times but this will be the last. The lift was not working for the whole four days and one morning the hot water stopped completely when I was half way through my shower. This was fixed but no-one, apart from the girl at reception, thought to apologise.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rohit

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor - uncomfortable, tight bathroom and v. noisy

I stayed only for 1 night and at first the room was okay, average size with a really tiny ensuite but generally clean. However, soon I realised that the thermostat to regulate the heat did not work - I was too hot. I could open the windows a crack but they overlooked the car park and this would be unsafe and compromise my privacy as I was on the ground floor. At night, the place was really noisy. Kept me awake for quite a long time. I stayed in the annexe on the ground floor and the upstairs occupants were constantly moving around. Noise insulation was non existent. When it comes to the ensuite shower room - it was so tight that to sit on the WC was actually not possible without turning myself at an angle of 45 degrees! Another annoying thing was that I was charged 8 pounds to park my car overnight, but as the hotel seemed to have a function all the parking spaces were taken and it took me ages to find a parking spot. All these issues created a very uncomfortable night for me, and I will not be returning or recommending this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people very friendly helpful.. clean room good food
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

10/10 Excellent

Antony

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

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a really bad experience. I chose this purely on cost but I expected more. The room was new and decorated nice but it was in like terrace house, walls so thin I could hear everything. Certainly not good for a couple if you want to do couple things. The room was hot and they just had a desk fan it’s 2025. I’m 14stone so not big and I couldn’t sit comfortably on the toilet it was so tight and a sink in the way. You had to put the kettle on the floor to plug it in. Felt like a cheap b&b at the seaside which I’m not knocking but this is meant to be a 3 star hotel. I can not recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louie

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

MARIECLAIRE

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A good experience

Excellent reception experience. The young lady was so very helpful and caring. I am 75 and she was so patient. The only downside is £1.90 for soda water. Most pubs charge 0 or a nominal amount. This is a hotel and there was the service of the water but the profit margin must be enormous and I admit to feeling exploited. However room was very nice as was WiFi. I would recommend and stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location. Quietly situated within easy walking distance of both the train station and city centre this hotel also offers onsite parking. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gopalakrishna

The property was comfortable and in a good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025