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4 star

County Hotel, Chelmsford

Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, CM1 2PZ
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Rooms from  £55.00 [54 rooms total]
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Guest Rating: 4.1 / 5 4.1 / 5

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About the hotel

This newly refurbished, large town centre hotel is located just a few minutes’ walk from the train station, and close to Chelmsford town centre.

Reach central London via a direct, 35 minute train route. Chelmsford Museum, Essex County Cricket Club, Riverside Ice and Leisure and Chelmsford Cathedral, amongst other attractions, are all within walking distance of the hotel.

The County Hotel prides itself on its superb service, making it an excellent place to stay if you are visiting Chelmsford or its surrounding areas. The 51 spacious and contemporary rooms are bright and stylish, and feature flat screen TVs, free wireless internet access and satellite TV.

The acclaimed County Kitchen Restaurant offers a comfortable, informal yet stylish dining experience and is the perfect place to enjoy classic British food in a modern style.

All our rooms and public areas are non-smoking.

Hotel Facilities

General

  • Luggage Storage,
  • Restaurant,
  • Bar,
  • Parking ,
  • Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests,
  • All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
  • Non-Smoking Rooms,
  • Newspapers,
  • Free Parking,
  • 24-Hour Front Desk,
  • Gay Friendly.

Services

  • Fax/Photocopying,
  • Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN,
  • Internet Services,
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
  • Breakfast in the Room,
  • Room Service,
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included,
  • Dry Cleaning.

Hotel Policies

Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Check In / Check Out

  • You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
  • You must check out by 11:00 hours.

Cancellations

If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.

Extra Charges

VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Deposit

No deposit will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 20.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Payment - We accept

  • Visa,
  • Maestro,
  • Master Card,
  • American Express,
  • Diners Card.
Visa Maestro Master Card American Express Diners Card

Important Information

Early arrivals: if your arrival is early in the day and you prefer immediate access to your room, we recommend reserving for the prior night to guarantee immediate access. If you choose not to reserve, we will be happy to store your bags for you.

Room information

The 51 spacious and contemporary rooms are bright and stylish and feature flat screen TVs, free wireless internet access and satellite TV. The new premier rooms are luxurious in style and more spacious with extra features including bathrobes and a minibar.

Single Room more info

Features single bed, en suite, Flat Screen TV, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, trouser press, direct dial telephones and complimentary tea and coffee.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Telephone,
  • Heating,
  • Shower,
  • Toilet,
  • Work Desk,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker.

Double Room more info

Features double bed, en suite, Flat Screen TV, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, trouser press, direct dial telephones and complimentary tea and coffee.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Telephone,
  • Heating,
  • Shower,
  • Toilet,
  • Work Desk,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker.

Premium Room more info

Room Interior

The guests will find a premium selection of Teas/Coffees & biscuits, mineral water & Fruits. A fluffy bathrobe and power shower will add to your comfort.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Telephone,
  • Heating,
  • Shower,
  • Toilet,
  • Work Desk,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker.

Restaurants and Bars

In "The County Kitchen" restaurant, our chefs produce an extensive à la carte menu which is available for lunch and dinner. Our style is classic British food in a modern style, using only the best of British seasonal ingredients. Breads, scones, pasta and ice cream are all homemade.

Our team go to great lengths to source the best that our local and national producers have to offer, taking great care each month to ensure each and every ingredient is at the height of its growing season, but always maintaining genuine value for money.

Directions

Hotel Map

By Car
From the M25:
- Leave the M25 at junction 28 to join the A12 towards Brentwood / A1023 / Chelmsford.
- Follow the A12 and leave at junction 15 to Chelmsford.
- Take the first exit at the roundabout onto the A414.
- Enter the next roundabout and take the second exit onto London Road (tenpin bowling alley will be on your left).
- Enter the next roundabout (Widford roundabout) and take the first exit onto Westway, signposted Widford Industrial Estate.
- Go straight through 3 sets of traffic lights (follow signs for Broomfield Hospital A&E, Civic Centre and West End).
- Westway becomes Waterhouse Lane; Waterhouse Lane becomes Rainsford Lane. As you go through the 3rd set of traffic lights, take the left-hand fork, (there are 2 lanes that go off to the left, stay in the right-hand lane).
- Head straight over to another set of traffic lights to the right (signposted railway station / West End).
- Turn right and the hotel is on your right.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation