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Cheap hotels in Chelmsford

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The best cheap hotels in Chelmsford

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Located in Chelmsford, the recently renovated Stylish City-Centre Stay provides accommodation 600 metres from Chelmsford Train Station and 8.7 km from Hylands Park.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

    Chelmsford City Centre 1 Bed Apartment is situated in Chelmsford, 8.1 km from Hylands Park, 24 km from Freeport Braintree, and 30 km from Upminster.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 782 reviews

    The Riverside Inn is a converted 17th-century mill situated on the River Chelmer, just 5 minutes’ walk from Chelmsford town center and Rail Station.

  • The Ship

    Chelmsford
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 288 reviews

    Located in Chelmsford and with Chelmsford Train Station reachable within 500 metres, The Ship provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$119.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

    Set in Chelmsford in the Essex region with Chelmsford Train Station nearby, Unique Narrowboat in Town Centre Chelmsford Essex offers accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$91.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Located 1.3 km from Chelmsford Train Station, 8.8 km from Hylands Park and 25 km from Freeport Braintree, Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment with Free Parking in Chelmsford City Centre features...

    From US$252.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 829 reviews

    Pontlands Park is located in countryside just 15 minutes’ drive from the M25 and 30 minutes from Stansted Airport. Built in 1879 the hotel features Victorian architecture and relaxed splendour.

    From US$187.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Located in Chelmsford, 6.9 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 15 km from Hylands Park, Channels Retreat provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

Stay connected in Chelmsford and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Beaulieu Park - Sleeps 10 - Chelmsford features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 5.3 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Set 8.7 km from Hylands Park, 24 km from Freeport Braintree and 31 km from Upminster, Gorgeous & Stylish 3BR Home HIGH STREET LOCATION by Luxiety Stays Serviced Accommodation offers accommodation...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews

    Located in Chelmsford, the recently renovated New London Life Executive Apartments provides accommodation less than 1 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 8.6 km from Hylands Park.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Situated 8.6 km from Hylands Park, 24 km from Freeport Braintree and 31 km from Upminster, Beautiful Apartment In The Heart of Chelmsford features accommodation set in Chelmsford.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Chelmsford City Centre Modern Duplex With Parking, Wi-Fi & Netflix is an accommodation situated in Chelmsford, 8.9 km from Hylands Park and 22 km from Freeport...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Situated in Chelmsford, 8.9 km from Hylands Park and 22 km from Freeport Braintree, Chelmsford City Central Ground Floor Apartment Next To Town Centre offers air conditioning.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

    Spacious Apartment in the Heart of Chelmsford is set in Chelmsford, 10 km from Hylands Park, 23 km from Freeport Braintree, and 32 km from Upminster.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Boasting garden views, 3-bed Chelmsford apt w garden offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Sapphire Serviced Apartment is set in Chelmsford, 8.7 km from Hylands Park, 23 km from Freeport Braintree, as well as 31 km from Upminster.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    The Essex Apartments - Ashby House is located in Chelmsford, 800 metres from Chelmsford Train Station, 10 km from Hylands Park, and 22 km from Freeport Braintree.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Studio Apartment - Central Chelmsford Location is set in Chelmsford, 7.8 km from Hylands Park, 24 km from Freeport Braintree, and 30 km from Upminster.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located in Chelmsford in the Essex region, with Chelmsford Train Station nearby, Cosy Chelmsford Apartment - Free Allocated Parking provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Central Chelmsford 2 Bedroom House is set in Chelmsford, 8 km from Hylands Park, 24 km from Freeport Braintree, as well as 30 km from Upminster.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    Offering river views, New Horizon - A beautiful boat very conveniently located in Chelmsford City is an accommodation located in Chelmsford, 9.1 km from Hylands Park and 23 km from Freeport Braintree.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Central Chelmsford 2-Bed Apt 5 mins to Station, a property with a garden, is set in Chelmsford, 8.2 km from Hylands Park, 23 km from Freeport Braintree, as well as 30 km from Upminster.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Situated 9.3 km from Hylands Park, 22 km from Freeport Braintree and 31 km from Upminster, Bright & Cozy in Chelmsford features accommodation set in Chelmsford.

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  • Bond Street Luxury Apartment Central Chelmsford

    Cheap hotel in Chelmsford
    Avg. price/night: US$217.41
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
    Everything! Beautiful apartment, spotless, owner very attentive fantastic location for fun in Chelmsford!! Second trip - more to come xx
    Guest review by
    Vanessa
    Family with young children

  • Modern 2 bed town house quiet street near station

    Cheap hotel in Chelmsford
    Avg. price/night: US$280.49
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
    A lovely property that was very clean and comfy and in a great location for walking to shops and the city centre. Two very good sized bathrooms and comfy lounge area
    Guest review by
    Shirley
    Family with young children

  • Chelmsford City Centre Modern Duplex With Parking, Wi-Fi & Netflix

    Cheap hotel in Chelmsford
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
    Accommodation & location was great. Train station was a 10 minute walk, the town centre less than 5 mins. Very clean, well equipped and comfortable. Will defiantly stay here again when we visit our friends in Chelmsford.
    Guest review by
    David
    Solo traveller

  • The Riverside Inn

    Cheap hotel in Chelmsford
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 782 reviews
    No breakfast offered in this location but complimentary breakfast cereal bars and tea bags etc provided. Lovely beamed decent sized room, self controlled heating/Aircon unit, comfortable bed, good bathroom (extractor fan broken). Food in restaurant/pub very good, large variety - reasonable price for the quality and quantity but not cheap. Plenty of garden seating. Location very close to town and river walk. I would recommend this Inn.
    Guest review by
    Lynn
    Young couple

  • Pontlands Park Hotel

    Cheap hotel in Chelmsford
    Avg. price/night: US$187.22
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 829 reviews
    Good location, nice in and outside swimming pool, very clean. Cleaning lady is super lovely.
    Guest review by
    Susana
    Young couple

  • The Ship

    Cheap hotel in Chelmsford
    Avg. price/night: US$119.44
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 288 reviews
    Very clean, good location, staff were nice and helpful. Clean rooms, bathrooms were very nice, small but enough for 2 people. Coffee machine, kettle were in the room which was good.
    Guest review by
    Amal
    Young couple

  • The Cottage

    Cheap hotel in Broomfield
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
    Great location, near to where we needed to be. Very comfortable and well equipped. Plenty of parking. All you could possible need was in the kitchen, had a very homely feel. Very clean throughout. Rang before hand to ask about recommendations for Taxi and they were very helpful in providing a couple of firms. Happi Cabs were brilliant and easy to deal with.
    Guest review by
    Erica
    Solo traveller