Title: University of Essex - Southend Campus 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) # University of Essex - Southend Campus Guesthouse in Southend-on-Sea with a conference centre ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23160000/23152800/23152788/2e13b443.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23160000/23152800/23152788/2feef25d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23160000/23152800/23152788/35f9de19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23160000/23152800/23152788/4ed2a577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23160000/23152800/23152788/76fa80d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies University of Essex - Southend Campus provides a business centre and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 11 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=23152788&PinnedHotelID=23152788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=23152788&PinnedHotelID=23152788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 12 - Oct 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=23152788&PinnedHotelID=23152788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=23152788&PinnedHotelID=23152788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=23152788&PinnedHotelID=23152788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=23152788&PinnedHotelID=23152788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=23152788&PinnedHotelID=23152788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=23152788&PinnedHotelID=23152788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Basic Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23160000/23152800/23152788/2feef25d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Single Room 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews ### Highlights Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Desk - Sleeps 1 - 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%2FSouthend-On-Sea-Hotels-University-Of-Essex-Southend-Campus.h23152788.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSouthend-On-Sea-Hotels-University-Of-Essex-Southend-Campus.h23152788.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%7C51.53974%2C0.70919&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HMoPY9fCxfgWTUzU-OAhT5T7AKM=) University Square, 36 Queens Rd, Southend-on-Sea, England, SS1 1BF #### What's nearby - Adventure Island - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Southend Pier - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Southend Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Cliffs Pavilion - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Thorpe Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles #### Getting around - Southend Victoria Station - 4 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk - ‪Buddha Belly - ‬1 min walk - ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk - ‪PizzaExpress - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### University of Essex - Southend Campus Guest house by the ocean University of Essex - Southend Campus provides a business centre and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - 15 meeting rooms and a 24-hour front desk Room features All 50 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi. 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check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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 Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### 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 and debit 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 This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation Alcohol is not served at this property ### Property is also known as University Essex Southend Campus Guesthouse University Essex Campus Guesthouse University Essex Southend Campus University Essex end Campus h University of Essex - Southend Campus Guesthouse University of Essex - Southend Campus Southend-on-Sea University of Essex - Southend Campus Guesthouse Southend-on-Sea ## Frequently asked questions ### Is University of Essex - Southend Campus pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at University of Essex - Southend Campus ? > University of Essex - Southend Campus doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at University of Essex - Southend Campus ? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at University of Essex - Southend Campus ? > Checkout is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is University of Essex - Southend Campus located? > Located in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Beecroft Art Gallery, Southend-on-Sea City Hall and Prittlewell Priory. New Empire Theatre and Southend Cliff Gardens are also within 15 minutes. Southend Victoria Station is only a 4-minute walk and Southend Central Station is 8 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## University of Essex - Southend Campus Reviews 7.4 ### 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) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 4 ### 7.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8.4/10 Staff & service ### 7.0/10 Amenities ### 7.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### David 23 Sept 2025 Room was clean and staff helpfull ##### David Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Philip 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities clean towles'sheets pillow cases, mattress to thin, ideal for a central cheep stay, overall very happy with my choicr ##### Philip Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean and tidy Near city centre highly recommended ##### Chris Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian 9 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great value for money. ##### Adrian Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tara 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent value! ##### tara Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Max 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were so friendly and helpful. Place was clean safe and quiet. Great value for money and such a convenient location. Check in was efficient and quick. Would definitely use again thank yiu ##### Max Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Janet 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My partner stayed here as he needed somewhere quick and easy to stay. He said it was suitable for what he needed it for, and he really enjoyed the site seeing. If need to contact them, just don't do it via the app, as you won't get a reply (as I found out!)!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f4726e36-ad40-460d-84f8-c0dd67050ec3-1757055721829.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/710975ba-3ec4-4b6a-8c4c-940c4c9632cb-1757055721670.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2666a9ec-dcb2-48be-b649-7705f5cc44c4-1757055721876.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Janet Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kieron 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Student Dorms It’s typical student dorms, central Southend for £34 when Travelodge wanted £230 for the Saturday night in July. Basic facilities but WHAT A BARGAIN ##### Kieron Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Mike 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Amenities Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities On your website it stated parking was included, only to find that it's Not ##### Mike Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Russ 7 Aug 2025 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Booked with provision for free parking which wasn’t the case, no drinks provided, no cutlery ##### Russ Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorenc 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Era perfetta per chi vuole visitare la città, ##### Lorenc Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ARUN 10 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### ARUN Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 18 Jul 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Tried to check in after booking through Expedia yesterday, they had no information about any booking and are not currently letting their rooms out. I was left stranded, trying to get hold of someone to talk to at Expedia. They left me on hold for nearly 2 hours before I just gave up. Will never use this site again ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 18 Jul 2021 Disliked: Staff & service Doorkeeper turned the guest away - despite prepayment - giving fear of covid as a reason. Guest left at 8pm at night in Southend on SEA with nowhere to sleep ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Barrie 8 Aug 2019 ##### Barrie Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Trevor 1 Jul 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Room comfort ##### Trevor Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### trevlig personal och billigt ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 4 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The mattress was extremely uncomfortable. Could not sleep all night. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 31 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The price is very reasonable. The rooms are clean and have all basic facilities. The location is excellent. The staff are very helpful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Patrick 24 Apr 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Not really geared up for hotel guests. Staff were porters. Clouds of rubbish outside front door and some blew in and was never cleaned up. Breakfast for 5 days was 5 paper bags of food left on the first day - do croissants and muffins last five days? Bed was hard an had a waterproof sheet so was sweaty. Couldn't get the broadband to work. No tv, radio or tea coffee making facilities. Apart from that it was fine... ##### Patrick Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 21 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good price and close to high street and shops. No tv or kettle in room and welcome brochure quite specific about not using communal kitchen, which was a shame. Wifi instructions seemed to involve setting up an account so didn't use. Very close to a big Sainsbury's. Staff helpful and polite. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Martin 12 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Basic, but good. A clean room with a comfortable bed and ensuite, was all I needed and was what I got. Staff were very helpful even though I arrived at 5 minutes to midnight. Good soundproofing, so no noise from the street. ##### Martin Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### mauro 10 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### mauro Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019