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A building with a sign reading "The Smugglers Cove" and outdoor wooden picnic tables.

1. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

Clacton-on-Sea

karla

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.

2. The Victory at Mersea

Colchester

Roger

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A two-story building with a sign reading 'Aldea Guesthouse.'

3. Adelaide Guesthouse

Clacton-on-Sea

Steve

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

4. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Colchester

Steve

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A coastal beach scene with a clear walkway leading to the shore, a pier in the distance, and a few boats on the water.

5. Kingscliff Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

Mark

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

6. Birds Farm

Colchester

Nicola

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A boat with a cabin and a mast, set against a sunset sky.

7. Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO

Clacton-on-Sea

Hannah

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a dark upholstered chair, and a wall-mounted artwork.

8. The Rose & Crown Free House

Clacton-on-Sea

Chris

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A room with a large window overlooking the sea, two small round tables, and a single chair.

9. Marine Inn

Clacton-on-Sea

Bev

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A bedroom with a double bed, a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

10. Star Anglia Hotel

Colchester

Iain

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hanging light fixture with a clear glass enclosure and visible filament inside, set against a background of a window with a grid pattern and pink flowers.

11. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Colchester

Michelle

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and black leather armchairs.

12. Langtry Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

Tracy

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A courtyard with artificial grass, a table with chairs, and a wooden bench.

13. OYO Pier Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

Natalia

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express building entrance with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a bench.

14. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Colchester

Dawn

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

15. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

Colchester

Johnny

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.

16. GreyFriars

Colchester

Robert

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A traditional pub with a sign reading "The Chudleigh." It features a brick facade, white-framed windows, and a balcony with hanging flower baskets.

17. Chudleigh Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

Jacob

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An aerial view of a property with a central building surrounded by manicured gardens, a small pond, and a tent-like structure.

18. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

Katherine

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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Learn more about Brightlingsea

This charming Essex seaside town invites you to explore its colourful beach huts and watch sailing boats at Brightlingsea Creek. Join locals at the open-air lido in summer or take the foot ferry to Point Clear for coastal walks with stunning views.

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A wooden cabin with a curved roof, a porch, and a grill outside.

Top reviews in Brightlingsea

Chudleigh Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

Gary

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

Clacton-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

Staff very helpful and polite from the house keeping staff to the reception. Room was a good size, clean beds for us were too soft but once found a reasonable comfortable position had a reasonable sleep. Can I just say that when customers are asking for an early booking in time and booking breakfast before arriving, it would be helpful if you could inform the customers that they needed to pay for the extras on arrival or as soon as the reception opens at 1330hrs. As there was a bit of a mix up...

David

The Rose & Crown Free House

Clacton-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

I’ve just returned from this lovely place . Lovely staff and so friendly. Thanks Debbie Room was clean and spotless me and my nephew ate at the restaurant and must say what lovely food Plenty to choose from Danielle was serving and what a lovely person she is to. Also, there’s a beer garden which had the lovely weather for it to sit in. Definitely recommend this place if your local to Thorpe le soken And definitely would return if need be. Thankyou Malcolm b

malcolm

Kingscliff Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

Mitch

A room with exposed brick walls, a wooden door, a light-colored armchair, and a carpeted floor.

Woodview Bed & Breakfast

Colchester

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

The Victory at Mersea

Colchester

10/10 Excellent

Len

The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

Colchester

10/10 Excellent

James

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

The Crown Stoke By Nayland

Colchester

10/10 Excellent

John

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Clacton-on-Sea

10/10 Excellent

The hotel & grounds were amazing, it felt restful & relaxing the minute you arrived. Everywhere was fresh & clean, all the staff were nice, polite & helpful, from the reception upon arrival to the services & cleaning, saying hello as they pass you or offering help if you looked lost. The restaurants dinner menu was limited for me as I don't eat fish or spicy food, the sirloin steak was my only option which was pricy, I requested it medium to well done, it was cooked perfectly & the portions were...

Melissa

A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden building in the background.

The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

Sudbury

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Colchester

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Brightlingsea?

You may like the room rates at this top lodging option in the surrounding area, which has good reviews from our guests: Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester - 11.2 mi (18 km) from the heart of Brightlingsea. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Ipswich Station and Ipswich (IPW-Ipswich Train Station). You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Brightlingsea?

Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Brightlingsea is 727 mm.

What is there to see and do in Brightlingsea?

Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy some places near Brightlingsea. Get out into nature with places such as Beth Chatto Garden, Jaywick Sands and Clacton-on-Sea Beach. Cultural attractions include West Cliff Theatre, Princes Theatre and Colchester Castle Museum. Additional attractions include Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool, Jaywick Martello Tower and University of Essex.

What's the best way to get to and around Brightlingsea while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Brightlingsea on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is London (SEN-Southend), located 21.8 mi (35.1 km) away from the city centre. Another option is London (STN-Stansted), located 33 mi (53.1 km) away.

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Recommended hotels in Brightlingsea

1. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

2. The Victory at Mersea

3. Adelaide Guesthouse

4. Wivenhoe House Hotel

5. Kingscliff Hotel

6. Birds Farm

7. Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO

8. The Rose & Crown Free House

9. Marine Inn

10. Star Anglia Hotel

11. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

12. Langtry Hotel

13. OYO Pier Hotel

14. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

15. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

16. GreyFriars

17. Chudleigh Hotel

18. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Learn more about Brightlingsea

Top reviews in Brightlingsea

Chudleigh Hotel

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Brightlingsea?

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Brightlingsea?

What is there to see and do in Brightlingsea?

What's the best way to get to and around Brightlingsea while staying at a hostel?

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