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The Ship Hotel

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Luxury
4.5 star property
10

Exceptional

Luxury hotel remodelled in 2025 and located near Cliffs Pavilion

Located close to Chalkwell Beach and Adventure Island, The Ship Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a restaurant. Treat yourself to spa services, such as aromatherapy, a massage or a manicure/pedicure. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is £118
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a balcony with curtains.

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 213 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a hanging light fixture.

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall, a window with curtains, and a wooden shelf with a box and a tissue.

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a small table with flowers, and wall-mounted pictures.

Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a view of the sea, and a balcony.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a minibar.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a window, and wall-mounted artwork.

Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a view of the sea through a window.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 213 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Leigh-on-Sea, The Ship Hotel is near the airport and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chalkwell Beach and Southend Beach, while Adventure Island and Festival Leisure Park are popular local attractions. Cliffs Pavilion and Southend Pier are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and rock climbing. Visit our Leigh-on-Sea travel guide
Map
New Rd, Leigh on Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, England, SS9 2EA

What's nearby

  • Bell Wharf Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Estuary Bicycle Trail
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chalkwell Beach
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Two Tree Island
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Belfairs Public Golf Course
    4 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Westcliff-on-Sea Leigh-On-Sea Station
    12 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Legra Tap & Kitchen
  • Sarah Moore
    6 min walk
  • The Broadway Leigh-On-Sea
    6 min walk
  • Dash
  • The Broker
    12 min walk

About this property

The Ship Hotel

  • Luxury hotel remodelled in 2025 and located near Cliffs Pavilion
  • Located close to Chalkwell Beach and Adventure Island, The Ship Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a restaurant. Treat yourself to spa services, such as aromatherapy, a massage or a manicure/pedicure. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
    • Access to a nearby health club, smoke-free property and free newspapers
    • A lift, concierge services and tour/ticket information
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Ship Hotel feature comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
    • 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
    • LED light bulbs, mini fridges and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1798
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - July 2025
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 17 and younger eat free breakfast
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 100 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ship Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ship Hotel?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship Hotel on 13 Sept 2026 start from £118, 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 The Ship Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Ship Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Ship Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Ship Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of GBP 100 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Ship Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Chalkwell Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cliffs Pavilion and Adventure Island. Southend Pier and Southend Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km). Westcliff-on-Sea Leigh-On-Sea Station is 12 minutes by foot and Chalkwell Station is 17 minutes.

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