County Hotel Chelmsford | Award-Winning Dining * Free Parking

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Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM1 2PZ

Very good

7.7

8.0

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3.7

4.0

“The hotel's location is perfect for enjoying the vibrant city center and easily accessible bus and train stations.”view full review

County Hotel, a 4-star Chelmsford hotel with a 7.6/10 Booking.com rating, features 58 spacious bedrooms and a well-regarded 1 AA Rosette Samphire Restaurant. Guests can enjoy dedicated services, including breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, along with a welcoming bar and lounge area.

Rooms & Facilities

Rooms at County Hotel include air conditioning, HD TVs, and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel offers a variety of accommodations, including contemporary double rooms and 2 newly developed apartments suitable for up to 6 guests, featuring a fully equipped kitchen and open-plan living area.

Dining & Offerings

Dining options include the award-winning Samphire Restaurant, which serves a five-course meal using locally sourced ingredients, and a relaxed bar area for light bites and drinks. Guests can also enjoy afternoon tea with various options available, all set in comfortable surroundings.

Location & Transportation

The County Hotel's central location provides easy access to popular nearby attractions such as Chelmsford Cathedral and Bond Street shopping area. The hotel is within walking distance of regular bus services and Chelmsford Train Station, offering direct connectivity to London.

Business Services

County Hotel has dedicated conference facilities with five well-equipped meeting rooms accommodating up to 150 delegates. Each room features the latest technology and super-fast Wi-Fi, making it suitable for a range of business events.

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County Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

2 persons

165 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Large Double Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Suite

2 persons

550 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Facilities

County Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious & Cozy

“The room I stayed in was impressively spacious with floor-to-ceiling windows, making it bright and inviting.” view full review

Delicious Meals

“I had the pleasure of dining at the restaurant, and the menu was diverse with many appealing vegetarian options.” view full review

Charming Lounge

“The bar and lounge area provided a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a long day.” view full review

Spotless & Modern

“The bathroom was impeccably clean with contemporary fixtures, making for a refreshing experience.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

County Hotel Location

Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM1 2PZ

Map view

Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM1 2PZ

City landmarks

Church

Chelmsford Cathedral

2600 ft

Park

Central Park

2700 ft

Park

Hylands House

2.1 mi

Museum

Chelmsford Museum

1.3 mi

Landmark

Bond Street

3800 ft

Amusement Park

Oaklands Park

1.4 mi

Landmark

Essex County Council

2600 ft

Shopping Area

High Chelmer Shopping Centre

2800 ft

Museum

Essex Police Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

Chelmsford Escape Rooms

1.2 mi

Public Building

Shire Hall

2400 ft

Landmark

The Escape Network

1.4 mi

Landmark

Chelmer Valley Park and Ride

4200 ft

Church

Chelmsford Central Baptist Church

2400 ft

Nearby

Public Building

Chelmsford City Council

1000 ft

Chelmsford War Memorial

900 ft

Coval Hall

1500 ft

Ascension, Chelmsford

1500 ft

Church

Trinity Methodist Church

200 ft

Kingdom Hall

700 ft

The Royal Steamer

1100 ft

Asylum

1200 ft

Theatre

Cramphorn Theatre

1300 ft

Theatre

Civic Theatre

1300 ft

White Horse Bar and Lounge

1400 ft

Marconi

1400 ft

Escape Live Chelmsford

1400 ft

Friends Meeting House

1500 ft

The Ale House

1500 ft

Virgin Festival

1800 ft

Restaurants

Rose of India

400 ft

30 Rainsford Road

Samphire Restaurant at The County Hotel

0 ft

29 Rainsford Road County Hotel Chelmsford

The Gurkha Restaurant

900 ft

8-10 Broomfield Road

Rangeela Indian Takeaway

800 ft

5A Broomfield Road

The Lantern House

1000 ft

17-21 Broomfield Road

Sugar Palm

800 ft

Broomfield Road@ First Floor Via 10 Railway Street VIA Railway Street

Il Palazzo Chelmsford

900 ft

46 Duke Street

Livedosa

1000 ft

43 Duke Street

Shanghai House

900 ft

50 Duke Street

Taste of Italy

1300 ft

4 Dukes Walk

Globe

900 ft

65 Rainsford Road

Getting around

City Centre

Chelmsford5 min · 1400 ft

Airports

London Stansted (STN)46 min · 19.0 mi

London Southend (SEN)48 min · 19.6 mi

Train

Chelmsford Railway Station5 min · 1400 ft

Chelmsford Train Station5 min · 1400 ft

Bus

Bus stop2 min · 400 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at GBP 9 per day.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP15 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Russian

Year renovated:

2011

Number of rooms:

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about County Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 911 verified reviews

7.7/10

Very good

75%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.3/10

Comfort

8.3/10

Facilities

7.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.5/10

Location

8.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

5.9/10

Staff

8.9/10

Value for money

7.4/10

based on 1006 reviews

4/5

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County Hotel, Chelmsford

About the Hotel

Rooms & Facilities

Dining & Offerings

Location & Transportation

Business Services

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

County Hotel Location

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