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A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.
A hallway with a table and lamp, a door, and a fire extinguisher.
A marina with multiple sailboats docked, a sunset in the background, and a clear sky.
A wooden door with a sign indicating room number 5 at The Victory Inn.

1. The Victory at Mersea

The Victory at Mersea
Colchester
United Kingdom
Roger
CA $153
CA $183 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
The Victory at Mersea
A modern house with a white exterior, a large sliding glass door, and a small garden with yellow flowers.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside lamp, and a door.
A child's playroom with a bookshelf, toys, a map, and a piano.
A house with a brick wall, a window with a grid pattern, and a tree with bare branches.

2. Island Retreat

Island Retreat
Colchester
CA $1,910
CA $2,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Island Retreat
A traditional pub named 'The CHUDLEIGH' with a white facade, arched windows, and hanging flower baskets.
A traditional pub with a sign reading "The Chudleigh." It features a brick facade, white-framed windows, and a balcony with hanging flower baskets.
A dining area with round tables set for four, each with white tablecloths, chairs, and centerpieces.
A neatly made bed with a white duvet and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small desk with a computer.

3. Chudleigh Hotel

Chudleigh Hotel
Clacton-on-Sea
United States
Jacob
CA $149
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Chudleigh Hotel
A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view to a kitchen and balcony.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a large mirror, and a painting of flowers.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a glass table, and a TV on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a gas stove, and a stainless steel range hood.

4. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

Chelmsford Serviced Apartments
Chelmsford
United Kingdom
Paul
CA $217
CA $260 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Chelmsford Serviced Apartments
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.
A room with a bed, two chairs, a glass table, and a view of a grassy field through open windows.
A sign for 'The Folly' with a message for guests to check in at the bar.
A dining room with a wooden table and four chairs, large windows with floral wallpaper, and a radiator below the windows.

5. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland
Colchester
United Kingdom
Sharon
CA $146
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
A waterfront hotel with a white facade, a black roof, and a white picket fence.
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a chandelier, and a collection of framed artwork on the walls.
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.

6. The Ferry Boat Inn

The Ferry Boat Inn
Chelmsford
United Kingdom
David
CA $211
CA $254 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
The Ferry Boat Inn
A nighttime view of a pool area with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with large windows.
A large, two-story building with a prominent chimney, large windows, and a covered patio area with chairs and umbrellas.
A modern dining area with a glass partition, a fireplace, and a television in the background.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative mirror.

7. Talbooth House & Spa

Talbooth House & Spa
Colchester
United Kingdom
Alan
CA $310
CA $372 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Talbooth House & Spa
A sign for Channels Lodge with a contact number.
A traditional pub with outdoor seating, stone flooring, and classic architecture.
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A rustic dining area with wooden beams, grey upholstered chairs, and a wooden table.

8. Channels Hotel

Channels Hotel
Chelmsford
United Kingdom
Daniel
CA $161
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Channels Hotel
A large house with a prominent chimney, a conservatory, and a well-maintained lawn.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of the countryside, and a sunset in the background.
A patio area with outdoor seating, a brick wall, and a white building with a visible 'M' logo.
A bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a green landscape through a large window.

9. The Marquis

The Marquis
Ipswich
United Kingdom
Graham
CA $376
CA $451 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
The Marquis
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view through a glass door.
A sign for 'The Pheasant' public house and hotel, with a chicken illustration, and hanging flower baskets.
A cozy living room with a grey sofa, colorful pillows, a giraffe sculpture, and a painting on the wall.
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10. The Pheasant Public House & Hotel Limited

The Pheasant Public House & Hotel Limited
Halstead
United Kingdom
Sheila
CA $190
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Pheasant Public House & Hotel Limited
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.
A restaurant with tables and chairs, hanging plants, and large windows.
A room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.
A large, red brick building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with steps, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

11. Wivenhoe House Hotel

Wivenhoe House Hotel
Colchester
United Kingdom
Natasha
CA $189
CA $226 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Wivenhoe House Hotel
A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.
A dining table with a white tablecloth, a green leather chair, and a tea set.
A bartender preparing drinks at a bar with a variety of bottles in the background.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.

12. GreyFriars

GreyFriars
Colchester
United States
Mark
CA $195
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
GreyFriars
A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a metal gate and a wooden building in the background.
A brick house with a green door and shutters, a small window, and a garden with flowers and shrubs.
A living room with a grey sofa, a green and white rug, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.
A patio with a stone bench, wicker chairs, and a small table.

13. The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms

The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
Sudbury
United Kingdom
Jennifer
CA $166
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The Foxes Den Coffee House and Rooms
A dining area with wooden flooring, white walls, and a brick accent wall. There are two dining tables with chairs, each table has a white tablecloth and a small decorative item on the table.
A beach with a pier extending into the sea, a few people walking, and a clear sky.
A two-story building with a sign reading 'Aldea Guesthouse.'
A living room with a sofa, a small table, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall.

14. Adelaide Guesthouse

Adelaide Guesthouse
Clacton-on-Sea
United Kingdom
Steve
CA $130
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Adelaide Guesthouse
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a brick wall.
A traditional brick building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained garden area.
A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A grand staircase with wooden balusters and a carpeted landing.

15. Pontlands Park

Pontlands Park
Chelmsford
United Kingdom
Pamela
CA $194
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Pontlands Park
A restaurant with a round table, leather booth seating, and hanging pendant lights.
Room amenity
Room amenity
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16. Premier Inn Southend Airport

Premier Inn Southend Airport
Southend-on-Sea
United States
STEVEN
CA $80
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Premier Inn Southend Airport
A large brick building with multiple windows and a lawn in front.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, a television, and a mirror.
A spacious hallway with a piano, chairs, and potted plants.
A formal dining room with a chandelier, wooden paneling, and a red carpet.

17. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

Hintlesham Hall Hotel
Ipswich
Canada
sandra
CA $145
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hintlesham Hall Hotel
A covered outdoor seating area with a table, cushions, and a statue.
A hotel entrance with a red carpet, a canopy labeled "ENTRANCE", and potted plants on either side.
A four-poster bed with a white frame, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair with a red cushion.
A narrow waterway with dense greenery on both sides, a statue in the foreground, and a small boat with a roof.

18. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel
Maldon
United Kingdom
David
CA $179
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel
A narrow cobblestone street with buildings on either side, string lights overhead, and a sign indicating a hotel reception.
A meal with a sandwich, salad, and a glass of beer on a table in a restaurant with wooden furniture and a large window.
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.

19. The Blue Boar - Maldon

The Blue Boar - Maldon
Maldon
United Kingdom
STEVEN
CA $174
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Blue Boar - Maldon
A bar area with shelves of bottles and glasses, a chalkboard menu, and a wooden counter.
A row of beach huts with a clear sky above.
A row of white buildings with balconies, a brick wall, and some greenery in front.
A bar area with a long counter, shelves with bottles, and a television screen.

20. Camelia Hotel

Camelia Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
United Kingdom
Julia
CA $190
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Camelia Hotel
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Stay near popular West Mersea attractions

Mersea Island Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mersea Island Museum in West Mersea. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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Colourful beach huts line the shore where you can feast on Mersea's famous oysters at waterfront seafood shacks. Rent kayaks to explore the quiet estuary or time your visit for low tide to walk the Strood causeway.

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A pebbly beach with colorful beach huts and a clear blue sky.

Top West Mersea Hotel Reviews

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 3 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 7 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed here last weekend and had a fantastic experience. The hotel is very easy to access by car, and the free on-site parking is a great bonus. The staff throughout the hotel were incredible. We were treated to a complimentary breakfast that was absolutely amazing, featuring an excellent variety of choices. They are highly accommodating to dietary needs, offering plenty of vegan options alongside on-request items like porridge and vegan sausages. A special mention goes to Wendy at breakfast, who was exceptionally helpful in guiding me through the options suitable for my allergies. The room itself was spacious, and the shower was excellent. I also highly appreciated the convenience of the 24/7 reception and the unrestricted, secure access to the hotel at any hour. I highly recommend this property and look forward to returning."
Katrina 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Holiday Inn Ipswich 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 21 hours ago
Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel
B&B HOTEL Ipswich

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

10/10 Excellent
"Always a great stay, my go to"
Elizabeth 6-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
The Victory at Mersea

The Victory at Mersea

10/10 Excellent
"We had a lovely room with balcony overlooking the harbour. Everything about the room was perfect and it was excellent value for money. The bed was comfortable and it was exciting to wake up with such amazing views. Our first visit to Mersea. The draw was the possibility of fresh seafood and we found that at the Seafood at Dawn restaurant just over the road. The hotel was fairly quiet during our stay but we imagine it must be difficult to get a room there during the summer season. We enjoyed the walks along the Coast Road, excellent cafes and seafood outlets. Out of season Mersea is very quiet and relaxing! Plenty of fresh air. Highly recommended."
John 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Victory at Mersea
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
Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel

8/10 Good
"Lovely location, beautiful views. The staff were really lind and helpful. Great bed in the room and good air con. Bathrooms let the room down slightly, small and some maintenance issues I.e. towel rail almost coming off the wall and unstable shampoo dispenser. Room service was a greay luxury and nice to have free parking, although could do with better signage, we struggled to find initially- the carpark entrance is literally next to the front entrance of the hotel, you can't see it until you are right in front of it."
Victoria 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Seven Hotel
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

More cheap stays in West Mersea

Sarah Hotel

Sarah Hotel

65 Garland Rd Harwich England
CA $65
CA $78 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (65 reviews)
Sarah Hotel
Bridge Guest House

Bridge Guest House

4-6 Ancaster Road Ipswich England
CA $75
CA $90 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
Bridge Guest House
Langtry Hotel

Langtry Hotel

2-4 Colne Road Clacton-on-Sea England
CA $75
CA $90 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
7.4/10 Good! (232 reviews)
Langtry Hotel
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

6 Royal Terrace Southend-on-Sea England
CA $149
CA $179 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (523 reviews)
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
Noble Goose Rooms

Noble Goose Rooms

2 Stoneham St Colchester England
CA $199
CA $239 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
Noble Goose Rooms
University of Essex - Colchester Campus

University of Essex - Colchester Campus

University of Essex Colchester England
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in West Mersea?
The best area to stay in West Mersea is the area around the High Street and the beachfront, particularly for those seeking a classic seaside experience.This central part of the island is where you'll find the main hub of activity. The High Street is lined with local shops, cafes, and bakeries, leading directly towards the waterfront. Here, you'll find the famous "The Strood" causeway entrance and the vibrant beach huts that dot the shoreline. It's a very walkable area, superb for exploring on foot.Couples looking for a relaxing escape will find this area particularly appealing. You can enjoy strolls along the beach, indulge in fresh seafood at the waterfront restaurants, and browse the independent shops. The proximity to the water means easy access to boat trips and beautiful sunsets over the Blackwater Estuary.Families will also appreciate staying near the beachfront. The shallow waters at low tide are ideal for children to play, and there are plenty of opportunities for crabbing and building sandcastles.
When is the best time to go to West Mersea?
The best time to visit West Mersea is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is warmest and the island is at its liveliest.During this period, you'll find the most opportunities for outdoor activities like sailing, paddleboarding, and crabbing. The local seafood stalls and restaurants are in full swing, offering fresh catches. The tide times are also more favourable for exploring the beaches and mudflats, and there are often local events and festivals taking place.While summer offers the quintessential West Mersea experience, the shoulder seasons of May and September can also be lovely. The weather is generally pleasant, and the island is a bit quieter, offering a more relaxed visit.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in West Mersea.
How much is the nightly rate at a West Mersea hotel?
Prices for hotels in West Mersea often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $78 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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