Title: The Oakland Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Oakland Hotel in Chelmsford with free breakfast and restaurant ![Triple Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/a5c7d349.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/f36660e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/eb7cfa23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/e92cce02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/02697392.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Oakland creates a warm atmosphere with a breakfast that guests rave about. The cozy bar and on-site restaurant complement public area WiFi. Entertainment includes a billiards table and karaoke. Staff members are consistently praised for their helpfulness. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Housekeeping - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services £72 includes taxes & fees 30 Sept - 1 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 15 - Sept 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=1783626&PinnedHotelID=1783626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=1783626&PinnedHotelID=1783626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=1783626&PinnedHotelID=1783626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=1783626&PinnedHotelID=1783626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=1783626&PinnedHotelID=1783626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=1783626&PinnedHotelID=1783626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=1783626&PinnedHotelID=1783626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=1783626&PinnedHotelID=1783626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Triple Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/a30be028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/315ebf56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Premier Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/f15e7b4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Cable channels Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/f36660e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### Basic Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath) 7.8 Good 17 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Suite, Ensuite (Shower over bath) | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/93dc0267.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, Ensuite (Shower over bath) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Suite, Ensuite (with shower over bath) | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1790000/1783700/1783626/bd8adbeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, Ensuite (with shower over bath) 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Desk Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChelmsford-Hotels-The-Oakland.h1783626.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChelmsford-Hotels-The-Oakland.h1783626.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.64474%2C0.61851&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7SOLREg5yyJj-79ruROaY1L8X6w=) 2-6 Reeves Way, Chelmsford, England, CM3 5XF #### What's nearby - Marsh Farm Country Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Hylands House and Park - 19 min drive - 15.2 miles - Cliffs Pavilion - 24 min drive - 11.2 miles - Adventure Island - 24 min drive - 11.4 miles - Southend Pier - 24 min drive - 11.4 miles #### Getting around - Chelmsford South Woodham Ferrers Station - 15 min walk - London (STN-Stansted) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Anchor Pub - ‬11 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Brasserie At The Eatery - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### The Oakland Property highlights Free breakfast, a bar and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at The Oakland. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Other perks include: - Smoke-free property, a computer station and karaoke ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - Free breakfast available - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Karaoke ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Computer station ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property'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 This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties ### Property is also known as Oakland Chelmsford Oakland Hotel Chelmsford Oakland Hotel South Woodham Ferrers Oakland South Woodham Ferrers The Oakland Hotel The Oakland Chelmsford The Oakland Hotel Chelmsford ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Oakland pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Oakland? > As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Oakland on 30 Sept 2025 start from £72.0, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chelmsford-Hotels-The-Oakland.h1783626.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Oakland? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Oakland? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Oakland located? > Situated in Chelmsford, this hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Marsh Farm Country Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Battlesbridge Antiques and Craft Centre and Danbury Country Park. Hanningfield Reservoir and Warren Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km). Chelmsford South Woodham Ferrers Station is 15 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Oakland Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 7.4 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 7.8 Eco-friendliness ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 193 8 - Good 176 6 - Okay 73 4 - Poor 23 2 - Terrible 19 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff here are lovely and very helpful . Rooms clean with comfy beds. Breakfast great . Great experience. ##### Raymond Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Daniel Franklin 29 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lot of dining options around but was noisy at night due to the pub in the ground floor. ##### Daniel Franklin Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sebastian 31 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent customer service from Kay Fox ##### Sebastian Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to parking, shopping, pubs and restaurants. ##### Tracy Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russ 3 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort As usual... good honest hotel. I Have stayed i would estimate between 20-30 times in last 3 years and always good value for money ##### Russ Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PHILIPPA 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Stayed on Saturday night ! Yes it was noisy but enjoyable ! Breakfast was super ! ##### PHILIPPA Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great staff, comfortable and clean. ##### Dave Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Fraser 10 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great overnight ##### Fraser Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Dean 14 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great value and friendly. A great place to stay if you are in the area. I'm there for business and it suits me fine. Comfy bed. Good shower. Clean. Really friendly staff. Great value band a cracking breakfast. ##### Dean Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### steve 4 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Plenty of places to eat around hotel and Asda next door fuel and food ##### steve Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelina 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Love this place We love this hotel so much staff are great really friendly and helpful plus great breakfast !! ##### Angelina Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pleasant stay It’s a nice basic hotel with friendly staff in a nice area. There was tea and coffee in the room and breakfast was really nice. The best place to park was the car park at Tyler’s Ride which is a short walk away. There are lots of options nearby for food and there was a band at the hotel ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelina 4 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great staff Lovely hotel great location ##### Angelina Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelina 31 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel great stay, friendly staff we will be back ##### Angelina Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Rudd 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Dated but very clean room and pretty comfortable and airy. Convenient location. We were at a seminar which started at 8.30am, so sadly missed out on the included breakfast and no option for anything else like a packed lunch. All in all, decent value for money ##### Rudd Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Rotimi 19 Apr 2025 #### Fair The hotel isn’t too bad but the loud noise from the bar or pub downtown is huge sleep deprivation with soundproof. ##### Rotimi Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gary 8 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was nice to have everything close by, pubs, eating out and shopping ##### Gary Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 31 May 2024 Great value in good location super room great breakfast and very good price! ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joseph 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service My room didn't have a fan in it. However, my friends did and they said they'd run out of fans. Housekeeping was annoying and kept banging on the doors, I left my fire stick there yet housekeeping claimed it wasn't there ##### Joseph Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lesley 15 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great friendly atmosphere, service was excellent, staff were exceedingly helpful. I definitely recommend the Oakland. ##### Lesley Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Francis 5 May 2025 Disliked: Amenities Very central and close to many eating places . Hardly any hotel parking , but luckily found somewhere nearby . It’s barely a 2 star hotel. , and really does need money spent on it . However the restaurant staff had a lovely welcoming manner , and the breakfast was great. ##### Francis Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lucke 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was okay ##### Lucke Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Neil 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Was ok ##### Neil Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 23 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quality no frills accommodation with cooked breakfast and really friendly staff. ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kier 2 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good experience. Good experience, warm and comfortable room. Very good freshly cooked breakfast. ##### Kier Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-5-Detached-Stone-Cottage-With-A-Private-Indoor-Pool.h31752210.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windermere Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Windermere-Hotel.h13431161.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels-Oulton-Hall-Hotel.h15948.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warrington-Hotels-The-Park-Royal.h24462.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Windsor Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Egham-Hotels-Fairmont-Windsor-Park.h60335617.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodbridge-Hotels-Ufford-Park-Woodbridge-Hotel.h12685.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Macdonald-Old-England-Hotel-Spa.h10610.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [ORIDA Maidstone Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-ORIDA-Maidstone-Hotel.h74419166.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Aphrodites Group](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Aphrodites-Group.h901033.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Towcester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Silverstone.h48251404.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information)