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A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

1. Channels Hotel

Chelmsford

₹13,302 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A person in a bathtub with bubbles, holding a glass and pouring champagne.

2. County Hotel Chelmsford

Chelmsford

₹13,425 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a brick wall.

3. Pontlands Park

Chelmsford

₹18,714 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

4. Best Western Atlantic Hotel

Chelmsford

₹12,169 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a vanity with a sink, and a mirror.

5. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

Chelmsford

₹25,384 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A waterfront hotel with a white facade, a black roof, and a white picket fence.

6. The Ferry Boat Inn

Chelmsford

₹17,128 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

7. Countryside Private Studio & Gated Parking

Chelmsford

₹19,562 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A group of people seated at wooden picnic tables outdoors, surrounded by trees.

8. The Compasses Inn

Chelmsford

₹12,730 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A garden with a conservatory, a gazebo, and several dome-shaped structures.

9. Ivy Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Ingatestone

₹14,321 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a prominent green and white sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.

10. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Braintree

₹5,856 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

Chelmsford

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

A traditional pub named 'The CHUDLEIGH' with a white facade, arched windows, and hanging flower baskets.

Chudleigh Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

Gary

The Ship Hotel

Leigh-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and wall art.

The White Horse Inn

Halstead

10/10 Excellent

J P

Pontlands Park

Chelmsford

10/10 Excellent

Kate

A traditional wooden boat docked at a marina with a backdrop of residential buildings and calm water.

The Queen Phillippa

Queenborough

10/10 Excellent

Rain

A balcony with a white table and a black chair, overlooking a marina with boats and buildings in the background.

Inner Dowsing Lightship

Rochester

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful find. Very impressed, everything was perfect. The room was amazing, especially waking up to the views in the sunshine. Everything we needed and the room was spotless. All the little details have been thought of. The breakfast was yummy and the owners very friendly. We even had a text the evening we arrived asking us what time we would like breakfast and the options available. Such a lovely personal touch. Will definitely go back and recommend to others.

Lisa

A coastal view with a bridge, greenery, and a distant cityscape.

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

Southend-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

jan

Black Horse

Buntingford

10/10 Excellent

Mark

A rustic outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a view of a vineyard.

The Horseshoe and Castle

Rochester

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Frequently Asked Questions

What's Chelmsford like for family-friendly holidays?

If you've been thinking about a trip with your children, the welcoming destination of Chelmsford is a good choice. The parks, festivals and gardens are just a few things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Fly into London (STN-Stansted), which is located 14 mi (22.5 km) from the city centre.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Chelmsford?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Chelmsford is 670 mm.

What's there to see and do with your family in Chelmsford?

While you and your family are visiting Chelmsford, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Bond Street, Marsh Farm Country Park and Forest Drive Shops. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Danbury Country Park and Essex Police Museum.

What's the best way for us to get around Chelmsford?

If you want to see more of the area, take a train from Chelmsford Station, Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station or Chelmsford South Woodham Ferrers Station. Chelmsford may not have many public transport options to choose from, so consider renting a car to explore more.

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Our top choices for Chelmsford family-friendly hotels

1. Channels Hotel

2. County Hotel Chelmsford

3. Pontlands Park

4. Best Western Atlantic Hotel

5. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

6. The Ferry Boat Inn

7. Countryside Private Studio & Gated Parking

8. The Compasses Inn

9. Ivy Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection

10. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

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