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Our top choices for Southminster family-friendly hotels

A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, a small side table with a vase of flowers, and a fluffy rug.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden chair, a small table with a vase, and a lamp.
A staircase leading to a living room with a sofa and a dog.

1. Curry Farm

Curry Farm
Southminster
£400
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Curry Farm
A restaurant with a high ceiling, pendant lighting, and a central orchid display.
A two-story house with a bay window and a front porch.
A living room with a beige sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a patterned wallpaper, a wooden side table with a fan, and a trash can.
A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a door.

2. The Oyster Smack Inn

The Oyster Smack Inn
Burnham-on-Crouch
£98
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Oyster Smack Inn
A playground with various play structures, including slides and climbing areas, surrounded by houses with green roofs.
A hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and framed pictures on the walls.
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a toilet, and a sink.

3. The Victory at Mersea

The Victory at Mersea
Colchester
£108
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Victory at Mersea
A waterfront hotel with a white facade, a black roof, and a white picket fence.
A rustic room with a brick fireplace, leather chairs, and vintage boots.
A wooden building with a tiled patio and outdoor seating area.
A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture of a bird on the wall, and a window with a plant.

4. The Ferry Boat Inn

The Ferry Boat Inn
Chelmsford
£150
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Ferry Boat Inn
A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a parking lot with cars.
A breakfast table with pastries, fruits, and a drink, overlooking an airport runway.
A modern reception area with a desk, two yellow chairs, a grey sofa, and a unique geometric shelving unit with books and decorative items.
A wedding ceremony aisle with white floral arrangements, a white altar, and gold chairs.

5. Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
Southend-on-Sea
  • Family-friendly escape with airport convenience and rooftop dining perfect for all ages at this spotlessly clean hotel in Southend-on-Sea.
£68
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
A narrow cobblestone street with buildings on either side, string lights overhead, and a sign indicating a hotel reception.
A narrow cobblestone street lined with traditional half-timbered buildings, some with outdoor seating and potted plants.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a coffee maker, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and a variety of antique furniture.

6. The Blue Boar - Maldon

The Blue Boar - Maldon
Maldon
£109
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Blue Boar - Maldon
A building with a sign reading "Kings Arms Bar, Food, Rooms."
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, an air conditioning unit, a wooden door, and a mirror.
A building with outdoor seating and a sign for 'Kings Arms Bar Food & Rooms.'
A shelf stocked with various liquor bottles and glasses.

7. The Kings Arms Broad Green

The Kings Arms Broad Green
Broad Green
£50
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Kings Arms Broad Green
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a 'Grab & Go' kiosk, and a modern reception desk.
A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines arranged in rows.
An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and wooden beams, surrounded by glass walls and a tiled floor.
A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and expansive fields.

8. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Colchester
  • Family fun and relaxation await at this hotel with an indoor pool, just minutes from Colchester Zoo.
£71
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
A cozy room with a sofa, a table, a fireplace, and a TV.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a small round table with a decorative object, and a modern fireplace.
A row of seaside wooden buildings with balconies, likely beach huts, along a coastal promenade.
A sailboat anchored on a pebbled beach with a sunset in the background.

9. Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach

Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach
Colchester
£145
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach
A playground with a climbing structure and a brick building in the background.
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.
A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles and alcohol displayed on shelves.
A building with a sign reading "The Smugglers Cove" and outdoor wooden picnic tables.

10. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Clacton-on-Sea
£56
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
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Top Southminster Hotel Reviews

Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel, great room, very quiet location. Restaurant & food were superb, recommend highly"
Steve 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Wivenhoe House Hotel
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

8/10 Good
"Room could have been cleaner, staff were excellent, breakfast was good."
Gill 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Helpful friendly staff. Very clean and well maintained Tremendous breakfast Only criticism an electric socket close to the bed would be useful"
Peter 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I booked a single room and was so pleasantly surprised. The decor was nice, room was very clean and the bed was so comfy. I had the best night sleep. I would highly recommend"
Tracey 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
The Essex Golf and Country Club

The Essex Golf and Country Club

10/10 Excellent
"This was our 6th stay at The Essex and we never have any complaints. The rooms are good size and have been recently refurbished. The location is nice and quiet, with a nice walk round the local airfield"
Matt 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Essex Golf and Country Club
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

10/10 Excellent
"Second time staying here. Great place, friendly staff, room was really nice. Still the only downside is having to pay for parking, should be free for those staying at the hotel in my opinion."
David 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
The George of Colchester

The George of Colchester

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely beautiful hotel and lovely staff. You are made to feel valued and welcome from everyone. The housekeeping staff are non intrusive, efficient and respectful of your privacy. The pub stuff are phenomenal, excellent and quick service with perfectly made cocktails. The breakfast/dining room is beautiful. The food is fresh, served quickly and the host and serving staff are kind and friendly. I cannot say enough good things about the ladies at reception. They were so helpful with my package deliveries trying to get my son set up at uni. They laughed along with me at the ridiculous packaging I would receive and were so gracious, thoughtful and helpful. The owners of this hotel and their guests are incredibly lucky to have such amazing staff to look after them. With more trips to Colchester coming, this will be my choice every time. I look forward to their welcoming smiles and a perfectly made espresso martini! Thank you so much for turning a difficult and stressful trip into a fantastic experience. Truly one of a kind!"
Traci 8-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The George of Colchester
Oyster Fleet Hotel

Oyster Fleet Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Booked online at short notice. I was happy with my stay-I’d certainly do it again. Whilst no oil painting from the outside, inside is a different kettle of fish. Reception was speedily done, and welcoming. Room sparsely but practically furnished with everything fully functional. Very generous supply of tea/coffee. Bathroom and towels very acceptable, as was the nice touch of Scottish Soap consumables. The bed linen and duvet were immaculate and the bed itself very well suited to sleep, not springy or saggy. Bar was cosy and lively. The restaurant was serene/calm…very nicely laid out with pristine table cloths and table lamps of a decently small but well lit size. You could date a date here, or your wife, or either. The waiting staff.. absolutely lovely.. (thanks T). I ordered a steak which came exactly as ordered with very nice home made chips. Felt the meal and wine was very acceptable indeed. For a cost effective business stay, without frills and tassels, but with good food and bed, it sure as hell gets my recommendation."
David 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Oyster Fleet Hotel
Holiday Inn Basildon by IHG

Holiday Inn Basildon by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"All was good"
Israan 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Holiday Inn Basildon by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What's Southminster like for family-friendly holidays?
The destination of Southminster is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with your children. The famous monuments here makes this an attractive holiday spot for families. Arrange a flight into London (SEN-Southend), which is located 11.2 mi (18 km) from the city centre.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Southminster?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Southminster is 798 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Southminster?
While you and your family are staying in Southminster, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Colchester Zoo, Palace Theatre and Adventure Island. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Cliffs Pavilion and West Cliff Theatre.
What's the best way for us to get around Southminster?
If you want to venture outside the area, hop on a train at Southminster Station. Southminster may not have many public transport choices, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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