Top 10 Hotels Near Chelmsford Cathedral in Chelmsford for 2026

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A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a view to a kitchen and balcony.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a glass table, and a TV on the wall.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a large mirror, and a painting of flowers.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a gas stove, and a stainless steel range hood.

1. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

0.7 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Paul

RM621

RM745 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase of white flowers.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a round ottoman, a green sofa, a dining table, and a potted orchid.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and an oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a green sofa in the living area.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

2. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

0.8 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Paul

RM626

RM1,075 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A buffet table with various food items and condiments.

Two people at a reception desk, one handing over a card to the other.

A row of traditional white buildings with gabled roofs, a flag, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There is a bed in the background and a window with curtains.

3. County Hotel Chelmsford

0.7 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Olayinka

RM515

RM618 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel corridor with a carpeted floor, a door at the end, and blue lighting.

A bar area with a sofa, chairs, and a bar counter.

4. Best Western Atlantic Hotel

0.5 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Gerald

RM454

RM545 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A room with a tropical wallpaper, two velvet chairs, a neon sign, and a small table with a book.

5. Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre

0.3 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Lea

RM234

RM281 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar setting with a glass of a clear, possibly alcoholic beverage garnished with a lime slice, on a bar counter with a green cloth underneath.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a wooden headboard.

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, patterned chairs, and wall-mounted lamps.

A corner building with a sign reading "The Ship" and a pub named "Greene King".

6. The Ship

0.5 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Mariama

RM361

RM433 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a window.

A bathroom sink with a chrome faucet, a bottle of Molton Brown hand wash, and a towel on a tray.

A bathroom sink with a chrome faucet and a bottle of Molton Brown hand wash.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a coffee maker, kettle, and cups.

7. Luxurious ONE Bedroom Apartment IN Bond Street

0.4 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

RM491

RM859 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 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.

A rustic room with a brick fireplace, leather chairs, and vintage boots.

8. The Ferry Boat Inn

17.5 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

David

RM606

RM727 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A traditional two-story house with a steeply pitched roof, a wooden door, and a small window.

A green vintage stove with a checkered towel hanging on it, a brick wall, and a wooden cabinet with books.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

9. Motts Cottage

17.8 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Derek

RM473

RM567 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a brick wall.

A bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A traditional brick building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained garden area.

A wooden bridge over a pond with a brick house in the background.

10. Pontlands Park

3.8 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Beverley

RM628

RM754 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A bar with a bartender preparing drinks, shelves of liquor bottles, and a beer tap.

A cozy room with a wooden bench, a table, and a window with curtains.

A bedroom with exposed wooden beams, a large bed with white bedding and purple accents, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

A traditional brick building with a gravel driveway and a fenced area.

11. The Harvard Inn

8.2 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Ann

RM547

RM656 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 meal with a sandwich, salad, and a glass of beer on a table in a restaurant with wooden furniture and a large window.

A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and a variety of antique furniture.

12. The Blue Boar - Maldon

14.1 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

STEVEN

RM540

RM648 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bar counter with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a bowl of fruit.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a large mirror, and comfortable seating.

An aerial view of a large, historic building with multiple sections, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

13. Mulberry House

14.2 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Simon

RM428

RM513 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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 narrow waterway with dense greenery on both sides, a statue in the foreground, and a small boat with a roof.

A four-poster bed with a white frame, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair with a red cushion.

14. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

14.6 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

David

RM513

RM616 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A banquet hall with round tables, white draped chairs, and floral arrangements.

An outdoor patio area with white tables and chairs, covered by a floral arch.

A wedding aisle with white chairs and a floral arch.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

15. Rettendon lodge events

13.4 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Roger

RM256

RM308 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and a coffee station.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a sofa with red cushions, and a coffee table with a plant.

16. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

15.5 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

R m

RM207

RM248 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A large, historic building with a formal garden and a central fountain.

A courtyard with a pathway, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and flowering trees.

A sunlit outdoor lounge area with wooden benches and lounge chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence and a large tree.

A spacious room with a green sofa set, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

17. Down Hall Hotel

19.5 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Kevin

RM626

RM751 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A garden with a conservatory, a gazebo, and several dome-shaped structures.

A large bed with a headboard, a floor lamp, and a table with books and a glass of wine.

An outdoor seating area with wicker tables and chairs under large umbrellas, surrounded by greenery.

A hotel lobby with a glass partition, a bar area with a purple-lit counter, and a patterned carpet.

18. Ivy Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection

6.1 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Karen

RM506

RM608 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A traditional fireplace with logs, a chair, and various framed certificates and notices on the wall.

Two people seated at a wooden table with a green cushioned bench behind them. The table has various items including a pitcher, cups, and a plate with a picture.

A brick building with a sign reading "RIDLEYS ALE AND STOUT".

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chandelier, a mirror, and a window with a floral curtain.

19. The Compasses Inn

10.2 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Daniel

RM450

RM540 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A room with exposed wooden beams, two armchairs with floral cushions, a round mirror, and a green door with a 'G' sign.

A dining area with wooden beams, teal upholstered chairs, and a wooden table set for a meal.

A bar with a chalkboard menu listing gin and spirits.

A hotel room with exposed wooden beams, a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a fireplace.

20. Saracens Head Hotel

17.1 km from Chelmsford Cathedral

Diane

RM239

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Chelmsford Cathedral

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Chelmsford Serviced Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 61 reviews	View
Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking	9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
County Hotel Chelmsford	8.2 Very good 597 reviews	View
Best Western Atlantic Hotel	8.0 Very good 400 reviews	View
Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre	7.6 Good 25 reviews	View

Top Chelmsford Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Best Western Atlantic Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is undergoing a renovation at the moment, but the rooms and general areas are clean and quiet, the staff in the bar - restaurant are most accommodating, the food is cooked to order but the wait is well worth it the food produced is excellent. Defiantly recommend the food."

Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Very handy location close to where we needed to be in Chelmsford. Certainly more room that a budget hotel wih everything you need, including safe parking."

Parkway House

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent well kept property, the only issue is there is no parking with the property and local Chelmsford parking is restrictive only till 5am and the local carparks are exceptionally expensive."

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Admirals Park

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Bond Street

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Central Park

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Chelmsford Cathedral?

Chelmsford Cathedral is located in a welcoming area of Chelmsford known for its bar scene and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 89 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Chelmsford Cathedral?

Adjacent to Chelmsford Cathedral, Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. Other good options close by include County Hotel Chelmsford and Best Western Atlantic Hotel.

How many hotels are there near Chelmsford Cathedral?

Expedia has 89 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Chelmsford Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Chelmsford Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Chelmsford Cathedral.

What can I see and do near Chelmsford Cathedral?

Learn about local history at Hylands House and Park and Palace of Beaulieu. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Danbury Country Park, Admirals Park or Tower Gardens. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Riverside Ice and Leisure, Riverside Leisure Centre and Savernake Park.

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Our top choices for Chelmsford Cathedral hotels

1. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

2. Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking

3. County Hotel Chelmsford

4. Best Western Atlantic Hotel

5. Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre

6. The Ship

7. Luxurious ONE Bedroom Apartment IN Bond Street

8. The Ferry Boat Inn

9. Motts Cottage

10. Pontlands Park

11. The Harvard Inn

12. The Blue Boar - Maldon

13. Mulberry House

14. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

15. Rettendon lodge events

16. Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

17. Down Hall Hotel

18. Ivy Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection

19. The Compasses Inn

20. Saracens Head Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Chelmsford Cathedral

Top Chelmsford Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Best Western Atlantic Hotel

Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

Parkway House

Other attractions near Chelmsford Cathedral

Admirals Park

Bond Street

Riverside Ice and Leisure

Riverside Leisure Centre

Peter Edwards Museum And Library

Central Park

Essex Police Museum

Museum of Chelmsford

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