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A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen area.

A hallway with a framed abstract painting, a fire alarm, and a wooden door with a fire action sign.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, two chairs, a sofa, and a desk with a lamp.

1. Parkway House

3.1 km from Writtle School of Design

Christopher

₹11,729

₹20,531 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A buffet table with various food items and condiments.

A tray with pastries, a teapot, and a cup on a wooden table.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There is a bed in the background and a window with curtains.

A row of traditional white buildings with gabled roofs, a flag, and outdoor seating areas.

2. County Hotel Chelmsford

2.5 km from Writtle School of Design

SUSAN

₹12,239

₹14,687 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bar setting with a glass of a clear, possibly alcoholic beverage garnished with a lime slice, on a bar counter with a green cloth underneath.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a wooden headboard.

A corner building with a sign reading "The Ship" and a pub named "Greene King".

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, patterned chairs, and wall-mounted lamps.

3. The Ship

2.6 km from Writtle School of Design

Mariama

₹8,619

₹10,343 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A stone fireplace with a black mantel, logs, and a decorative lantern.

A garden pathway with a pergola structure, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A conference room with a large table, chairs, and a potted plant.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a yellow armchair, and a radiator.

4. Downham Hall

13 km from Writtle School of Design

nick

₹12,254

₹14,704 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A traditional fireplace with logs, a chair, and various framed certificates and notices on the wall.

A snow-covered rural road with houses on either side.

A brick building with a sign reading "RIDLEYS ALE AND STOUT".

5. The Compasses Inn

10.2 km from Writtle School of Design

Daniel

₹10,760

₹12,913 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A sign for Channels Lodge with a contact number.

A traditional pub with outdoor seating, stone flooring, and classic architecture.

A rustic dining area with wooden beams, grey upholstered chairs, and a wooden table.

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

6. Channels Hotel

6.2 km from Writtle School of Design

Steven

₹14,286

₹17,143 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view to a kitchen and balcony.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a gas stove, and a stainless steel range hood.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a large mirror, and a painting of flowers.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a glass table, and a TV on the wall.

7. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

3.5 km from Writtle School of Design

Patricia

₹14,539

₹17,447 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A bar with a bartender preparing drinks, shelves of liquor bottles, and a beer tap.

A traditional brick building with a gravel driveway and a fenced area.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a brick wall.

A bedroom with exposed wooden beams, a large bed with white bedding and purple accents, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

8. The Harvard Inn

8.2 km from Writtle School of Design

Debra

₹13,074

₹15,689 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A traditional brick building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained garden area.

A wooden bridge over a pond with a brick house in the background.

A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

9. Pontlands Park

6.3 km from Writtle School of Design

Beverley

₹15,979

₹19,175 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A narrow cobblestone street with buildings on either side, string lights overhead, and a sign indicating a hotel reception.

A narrow cobblestone street lined with traditional half-timbered buildings, some with outdoor seating and potted plants.

A meal with a sandwich, salad, and a glass of beer on a table in a restaurant with wooden furniture and a large window.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a coffee maker, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

10. The Blue Boar - Maldon

17.1 km from Writtle School of Design

STEVEN

₹11,245

₹13,494 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with a table, cushions, and a statue.

A formal dining area with tables set for a meal, featuring white tablecloths, gold cutlery, and green foliage decorations.

A cozy indoor setting with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a decorated Christmas tree.

A hotel entrance with a red carpet, a canopy labeled "ENTRANCE", and potted plants on either side.

11. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

17.7 km from Writtle School of Design

David

₹12,165

₹14,598 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A banquet hall with round tables, white draped chairs, and floral arrangements.

An outdoor patio area with white tables and chairs, covered by a floral arch.

A wedding aisle with white chairs and a floral arch.

A bar with a sign reading "Gin & Fizz Bar" and shelves stocked with various bottles.

12. Rettendon lodge events

15.5 km from Writtle School of Design

Linda

₹5,375

₹6,450 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls and a tiled floor.

A traditional house with a conservatory, a gravel driveway, and a green fence.

A staircase with a white railing, a wall-mounted mirror art piece, and a framed photo.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a wooden panel wall.

13. Hunters Meet Ltd

17 km from Writtle School of Design

Mark

₹9,588

₹11,505 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A multi-level hotel lobby with wooden flooring, a red carpeted area, and a staircase connecting the floors.

A Premier Inn hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A building with a 'Welcome' sign, outdoor seating, and a sign reading 'The Quays.'

14. Premier Inn Basildon - Festival Park

16.7 km from Writtle School of Design

₹5,596

₹6,715 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase of white flowers.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with a view.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a round ottoman, a green sofa, a dining table, and a potted orchid.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and an oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a green sofa in the living area.

15. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

3.6 km from Writtle School of Design

Paul

₹14,957

₹25,696 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

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

A modern lounge area with a black leather sofa, red cushions, a wooden table, and a patterned carpet.

16. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

16.4 km from Writtle School of Design

R m

₹5,488

₹6,585 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A hotel lobby with a glass partition, a bar area with a purple-lit counter, and a patterned carpet.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a wine rack, and a bar area.

A large bed with a headboard, a floor lamp, and a table with books and a glass of wine.

17. Ivy Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection

4.9 km from Writtle School of Design

Kehinde

₹12,106

₹14,527 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A large, historic building with a formal garden and a central fountain.

A spacious room with a green sofa set, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

A hot tub with a skylight, surrounded by tiled walls and a wooden deck.

A courtyard with a pathway, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and flowering trees.

18. Down Hall Hotel

16.6 km from Writtle School of Design

Randeep

₹16,829

₹20,195 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A room with exposed wooden beams, two armchairs with floral cushions, a round mirror, and a green door with a 'G' sign.

A dining area with wooden beams, teal upholstered chairs, and a wooden table set for a meal.

A room with rows of white chairs with bows, a table with a floral arrangement, and a large arched window.

A hotel room with exposed wooden beams, a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a fireplace.

19. Saracens Head Hotel

15.8 km from Writtle School of Design

Diane

₹6,349

₹7,618 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern bar area with a curved counter, seating with colorful cushions, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, glasses, and a refrigerated display case.

A modern lounge area with large windows, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.

20. Holiday Inn Basildon by IHG

17.2 km from Writtle School of Design

James

₹5,596

₹6,715 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Writtle School of Design

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parkway House	9.2 Wonderful 19 reviews	View
County Hotel Chelmsford	8.2 Very good 588 reviews	View
The Ship	8.0 Very good 299 reviews	View
Downham Hall	9.8 Exceptional 166 reviews	View
The Compasses Inn	9.6 Exceptional 168 reviews	View

Top Writtle School of Design Hotel Reviews

The Ship

8/10 Good

"Great place to stay right in the heart of the city"

Central Chelmsford 2-bed Apt, 5 Mins to Station

8/10 Good

"Great location, walkable distance to Hylands Park Lovely clean property and great communication from owner Many thanks "

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Writtle School of Design?

Writtle School of Design is located in Writtle. You'll find 132 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Writtle School of Design?

County Hotel Chelmsford is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Writtle School of Design. Other good choices within 5 miles include Central 2-bedroom Apartment, Chelmsford, Parking and The Ship.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Writtle School of Design?

Expedia has 132 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Writtle School of Design.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Writtle School of Design, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Writtle School of Design.

What can I see and do near Writtle School of Design?

Hylands House and Park, Chelmsford Cathedral and Palace of Beaulieu are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Enjoy the outdoors at West Park, Tower Gardens or Admirals Park. Savernake Park, Copperfield Road Recreation Ground and Riverside Ice and Leisure are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

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Our top choices for Writtle School of Design hotels

1. Parkway House

2. County Hotel Chelmsford

3. The Ship

4. Downham Hall

5. The Compasses Inn

6. Channels Hotel

7. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

8. The Harvard Inn

9. Pontlands Park

10. The Blue Boar - Maldon

11. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

12. Rettendon lodge events

13. Hunters Meet Ltd

14. Premier Inn Basildon - Festival Park

15. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

16. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

17. Ivy Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection

18. Down Hall Hotel

19. Saracens Head Hotel

20. Holiday Inn Basildon by IHG

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Top Writtle School of Design Hotel Reviews

The Ship

Central Chelmsford 2-bed Apt, 5 Mins to Station

Other attractions near Writtle School of Design

Admirals Park LNR

Admirals Park

Writtle Library

West Park

Forest Drive Shops

Savernake Park

Tower Gardens

Melbourne Park

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