Can I travel to Essex right now?

Our Covid-19 Travel Advisor is the place to go for current information about travel restrictions and quarantine policies for Essex. Get clued up before you take off!

Where should I stay in Essex (county)?

Colchester Zoo is one of the things that brings visitors to Essex (county), so it should come as no surprise that many opt to get a hotel in Colchester .

What are the top hotels in Essex (county)?

For hotels in Colchester with friendly service and comfy beds, you can't top Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel and Wivenhoe House Hotel . If you're visiting Southend-on-Sea as well, you'll get a solid night's sleep at Holiday Inn Southend or Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea .

How far in advance should I book my Essex (county) holiday?

You'll be rewarded with the biggest variety at the lowest prices by booking your adventure to Essex (county) nice and early. Air carriers tend to publish flights around a year before departure, so reserve your spot as soon as you can. Having said that, Expedia is committed to giving you the best bargains around, so it's never a bad time to book your dream holiday!

What should I know before booking an Essex (county) travel package?

Booking all the parts of your escape together is one of the easiest ways to save. Combine your airfares, rental cars and hotels into a tidy package. But your options don't end at hotels. Expedia offers all kinds of properties, including holiday rentals such as beachfront villas and city residences. Your choices are almost endless!

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Essex (county) holiday packages?

Thanks to our partnership with online lender Affirm, you have the option to Book Now, Pay Later . You can tailor your trip with Expedia packages, so why not customize a payment plan as well?

Essex Holiday Packages

Name: Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
Price range: £89

Accommodation, flights, car rentals, things to do and more - for your holiday in Essex choose Expedia! Find everything you need to organise your trip to Essex in one place. Enter your dates in the search bar above or scroll to our top deals below!

Top Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Hatfield Forest Country Park and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Flitch Way Country Park. Bishop's Stortford ...

3.9/5Good! (996 reviews)

"good location. Was ok for the prize"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2021

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Bassingbourn Road, Essex, Stansted, England

Situated in Stansted, this hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Mountfitchet Castle. Stansted Airport Station is 26 minutes by foot.

4.4/5Wonderful! (2,684 reviews)

"Great access to airport. Great price. Very clean and comfortable and chicken Cesar salad in the restaurant really good"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2021

Chigwell Poolhouse

Located in Redbridge, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Westfield Stratford City, London Stadium and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. White Hart Lane ...

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Top things to do in Essex

Escape Lounge at London Stansted Airport (STN)

£26

Per adult

Best of London Tour with London Eye Ticket & Thames Cruise

£125

Per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Lacock & Bath Full-Day Tour with Lunch

£114

Per adult

90% of travellers recommend

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The Advantages of Essex Weekend Breaks

Discover a different side of the British Isles with a weekend break in Essex. Take short breaks away from home and enjoy some quality time in a beautiful place. You’ll come back feeling refreshed and inspired. You can have an action-packed Essex weekend break or get some peace with a relaxing holiday. Whatever experience you’re looking for, find it with our deals on hotels in Essex.

Cheap Weekend Breaks to Essex

There are lots of ways to take cheap weekend breaks to Essex. Expedia offers deals on car hires and hotel rooms and covers trips for all kinds of travellers. The best way to save is with our holiday packages in Essex. First, choose your car hire and hotel reservation. Then we’ll bundle them together into one discounted price. Solo explorers, couples, families, and groups of friends can discover budget solutions for their weekend breaks. Once you arrive, enjoy some of the fun things to do, many of which are free or cheap to experience 

Essex Romantic Weekend Breaks

Couples love taking romantic weekend breaks in Essex. Whisking your lover away for a romantic Essex weekend break is the perfect opportunity to make new memories together. Expedia offers all kinds of hotel options, so you can find romantic hotels in Essex and choose the best place for you. Check out our deals on beautiful properties, and you’ll save even more when you choose to package your hotel reservation with a car hire.

Family Weekend Breaks in Essex

Set some time aside to experience family weekend breaks in Essex. There are plenty of excellent family-friendly hotels in Essex within our selection of hotels. You can also find a place to call home in one of the holiday rentals in Essex. With accommodation, activities, and adventure all waiting, there’s never been a better time to plan Essex family weekend breaks.

Plan your Essex holiday with Expedia

Book your 2021 holiday package deals now! Buy your accommodation, flight or car together and get extra savings on your next trip!
We have selected for you amazing deals on incredible hotels in Essex. Have a look simply by using the search bar above.
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*Some hotels require you to cancel at least 24-48 hours before check-in.

Frequently asked questions

We totally get it — life doesn’t always go according to plan. If you’ve locked in an Essex (county) holiday package and need to amend or cancel it, we can help. It’s always worth visiting our Customer Service Portal first for information. But in general, if you’ve taken out your package in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel and rebook for free. If it’s been longer than 24 hours, your airline, hotel or car rental company may charge a fee.

Anytime is a great time of year to holiday in Essex (county), but you’ll generally pick up the best deals in January . Prices tend to rise in June, so expect to hand over more dollars for your hotel and airfares. Enjoy sightseeing but don’t like waiting in line for popular attractions? Book your Essex (county) escape for December , October, November. Typically, it’s a lot quieter than in August, July, June.