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Channels Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Chelmsford with golf course and free breakfast

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Channels Hotel offers an upscale experience in a serene setting with full breakfast, an 18-hole golf course, and a peaceful garden. The helpful staff is praised, and Channels Bar & Brasserie serves lunch and dinner. Amenities include free WiFi and self-parking.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is £126
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Room options

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Honeymoon Room | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Honeymoon Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Bathrobes
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

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Belsteads Farm Lane, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, England, CM3 3PT

What's nearby

  • Chelmsford Cathedral - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Bond Street - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Leez Priory - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Hylands House and Park - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station - 8 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Angel - ‬5 min drive
  • Costa Coffee

About this property

Channels Hotel

Upscale hotel
Free full breakfast, a golf course and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Channels Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Channels Bar & Brasserie, offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A vending machine, wedding services and smoke-free property
  • A banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch plasma TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Channels Bar & Brasserie
  • Little Channels Bistro

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch plasma TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 2 January to 10 January:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Channels Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Channels Hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Channels Hotel?

As of 30 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Channels Hotel on 31 Aug 2025 start from £126.31, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Channels Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Channels Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Channels Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Channels Hotel located?

Situated in Chelmsford, this golf hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Palace of Beaulieu and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tuffnel Mere and Bond Street. Admirals Park LNR and Admirals Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Channels Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 222 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay here for a local wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and facilities. Breakfasts were a bit iffy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the nicest hotels that I have ever visited. The facilities are modern and very clean and the staff are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melpomeni

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay , I am going back for sure, this will always be my choice 1 when staying over for bussiness at Chelmsford. Amazing surroundings , clean and comfy room , fantastic breakfast. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great room, service and lovely breakfast, with good friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice well equipped bedroom, and excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel and location. I hope to return soon
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Beautiful hotel. The room smelt amazing and was lovely and clean and comfortable. Excellent Air Con and faciilities. The waterfall shower was incredible. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place, we loved it here and will deinately stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went for a friends wedding and had a great day from start to finish
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Great place to stay if in the Chelmsford area ,friendly staff and well appointed rooms ,would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, great staff. Room and breakfast both gorgeous. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our whole stay was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cinde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous resort style hotel.

Booked on a recommendation from a local venue and it didn’t disappoint all rooms are in lodges with a cafe/bistro on site. We had breakfast and dinner which were both freshly cooked and excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, hope to stay again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really impressed with this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top job as ever Fave place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property Lovely clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great gem

Have not stayed here for a few years, not a lot has changed, stilll amazing room, with walk in shower and huge, comfortable bed. Plus some nice extra touches in the room with upmarket décor and mini fridge The brasserie is not open Mon/Tues but the café offers evening meals that were fabulous. Delicious, fresh and a great selection. The staff were amazing as well, great service, friendly and superbly attentive. Will be looking to stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great find - spotless comfortable room . Lovely English breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always my favourite place to stay when I’m away - cleanliness is spotless service is really good I’m yet to try the bar at the lodges so maybe next time overall great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home from home, very comfortable and cozy, everything you’d need to have a quiet night in watching the T.V
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice food nice stay

We have a pub to run so always running about as soon as we get quiet time we come to channels to have a chill out night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024