Top 5 Guest house in Essex

18 Broomfield Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1SW, United Kingdom

“A pub not a hotel. Fantastic atmosphere. Good food, plenty of choice, served incredibly quickly. We were there on Beaujolais Nouveau day by chance (very lucky to get a table) and the staff were all beautifully dressed in French themed costume.”

High St, Dedham, Colchester CO7 6DF, United Kingdom

“I have been here a few times to eat and a couple of times to drink. I have never stayed overnight in the hotel. The food is a fair price for the position size and quality, service is relaxed yet professional and the dinning area feels separate from the pub. It has open fires in the colder months and comfy seating for enjoying a drink. Dogs welcome.”

Layer Rd, Layer de la Haye, Colchester CO2 0HU, United Kingdom

“Visited last night for a meal with my son, daughter and son in law. Lovely pub with really relaxed atmosphere. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. My daughter and I had the lamb shank which was delicious. We all enjoyed our meals, starters and mains . My son particularly liked the bubble and squeak with Fish and son in law the Sea Bass. We have been here before and will certainly be coming back.”

Burnham Rd, Battlesbridge, Wickford SS11 7QT, United Kingdom

“Four of us met up for a meal & a chat. We all had the stuffed mushroom starter from the fixed meal. Absolutely lovely! We all had different mains. No complaints there either! Top job to the chefs, Rich & Sarah!|Full marks to our server …”

Chelmsford Rd, Hatfield Heath, Bishop's Stortford CM22 7BQ, United Kingdom

“I was there for a family Sunday lunch. The staff were polite and welcoming, but I'm afraid that's the end of my positive comments. There were a dozen of us, crammed into a table for maybe eight or ten at most. For some reason there were piles of coffee cups in the middle of the table, like the breakfast table of a cheap hostel. Then the food arrived. I immediately noticed that the plate of the person sitting next to me was visibly chipped, which I took as a bad omen... I had ordered the melon trio, which turned out to be a (very basic and not very fresh) dessert, strangely served as a starter; the salmon, which came in a tiny, miserable-looking portion and was grossly overcooked; the 'homemade strawberry pavlova', which was anything but homemade, with mediocre jam instead of real strawberries and no trace of cream. Everyone in my corner of the table shared the same disappointment with the food, especially the dessert: we all ordered something different and were all equally disappointed; bizarrely, every dessert, no matter what it was, came with large scoops of the same store-bought ice cream on top - I think whoever created the menu made some rather puzzling choices. We were never asked by the staff how our meal was, and didn't want to spoil the nice atmosphere of our family reunion, so we kept our complaints to ourselves, but I can't say we enjoyed the food, except maybe the roast potatoes, which were nice and tasty. I guess the relatively cheap prices partly make up for the terrible quality of the food. I've seen other reviews praising the food, so who knows, maybe it was just a bad day for the kitchen.”

The St, Sheering, Bishop's Stortford CM22 7LT, United Kingdom

“Stayed here as a stop over for a wedding at 'That Amazing Place'. Nice & quiet, rooms are clean. Super breakfast, a lovely traditional pub with beams and fires. Good pint of draught beer available. Staff were really nice. Absolutely recommended.”

Roydon Marina Village, Roydon CM19 5EJ, United Kingdom

“We had a very good quiet nights stay in well-appointed room with en suite shower. Staff very welcoming and friendly. Good location as we were visiting family nearby.”

Victoria Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1NY, United Kingdom

“Stayed here for a couple of nights due to a family wedding and it was amazing! The staff were friendly, helpful, well organised and above all hardworking, while multitasking as well. The little, pocket-rocket (Oriental? looking) shift manager, whose name I've forgotten, sorry 😞) was so polite while dealing with a very tall, loud, argumentative male client, she kept her cool but stood her ground! The bed was the most comfortable hotel bed I've ever slept in, which is fantastic as I have a bad back!! It was also clean and fresh. The cleaning ladies were lovely too, polite and hardworking. The dinner and breakfast deal (£24.95, I think) was really good value and tasty too. Another staff member (Ellie?) was serving dinner until late and back early again in the morning to serve the breakfast. She must have been really tired but it didn't stop her being nice to customers and colleagues. Finally, the location... it was really close to the train station but in a place where there was no bustle, away from the high street.”

Rickling Green, Saffron Walden CB11 3YG, United Kingdom

“We had a one-night stay as a family of 4 (2 children and 2 adults) in the Wander’s Suite. We were also able to bring our small dog with us and he was treated like royalty throughout! ||||We were warmly greeted upon arrival and shown to …”

73 High St, Maldon CM9 5EP, United Kingdom

“Best ribs we have ever had the delight to eat, great value too. Was soo full it was amazing. We will return for Bourban ribs and bring family. Everyone should try these ribs. Staff were great to us walk ins.”

High St, Stock, Ingatestone CM4 9BJ, United Kingdom

“We booked the Harvard Inn for two nights and it was a wonderful stay. The Grade 2 building was well decorated with modern touches whilst maintaining the historic features. The rooms were very clean and well stocked with beverages and clean towels. The breakfasts were delicious and the evening menu looked amazing too. The staff were extremely polite and helpful to the point that we left something behind and following a quick phone call, it was posted out in a very well wrapped box and received within a few days. Would definitely recommend.”

Writtle Rd, Margaretting, Ingatestone CM4 0EH, United Kingdom

“First time staying here. Was attending a charity gala night. Staff are all helpful and polite. Food on night was amazing [ Vegetarian mushroom Wellington was one of the best I've ever had). Breakfast was plentiful and hot! Overall, really pleased with this stay. Only marked down room as was near heating / air con ducts ( that was my view ) & they were fairly noisy sadly. (Avoid room 31). But will definitely be back!”

House, 169 Kings Rd, Brentwood CM14 4EG, United Kingdom

“Me and husband stayed here for 1 night with our 3 boys, when we arrived we were early we were greeted with a nice, friendly, helpful lady at front desk. As we got up to the room it was fresh and clean. One of the first things I noticed was …”

Seaview Ave, West Mersea, Colchester CO5 8DA, United Kingdom

“Liked: We loved the site, the staff were friendly and accommodating. Perfect location literally a stones throw from the beach, we even had breakfast on the beach one day! …”

Colchester Rd, Wivenhoe, Colchester CO7 9HS, United Kingdom

“Booked this hotel last minute. On arrival I was met by Hannah who was absolutely amazing. Showed me to my room and made sure i had everything I needed. When I asked about where to eat, Hannah did not say straight away in our restaurant but …”