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A traditional pub named 'The CHUDLEIGH' with a white facade, arched windows, and 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.

A traditional pub with a sign reading "The Chudleigh." It features a brick facade, white-framed windows, and a balcony with hanging flower baskets.

1. Chudleigh Hotel

9.6 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Craig

RM433

RM519 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A building with a sign reading "The Smugglers Cove" and outdoor wooden picnic tables.

A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles and alcohol displayed on shelves.

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

9 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

James

RM230

RM276 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

A spacious dining area with round tables and red chairs, featuring a mix of natural and artificial lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A restaurant with a brick wall, a large clock, and a glass ceiling. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A bar area with a wooden counter, two bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

3. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

12.5 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Rachel

RM305

RM377 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A large, red brick building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with steps, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

A room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

4. Wivenhoe House Hotel

9.1 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Natasha

RM592

RM710 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A restaurant with a bar area, multiple dining tables, and chairs.

A modern hotel with a white exterior, multiple windows, and a prominent Premier Inn sign.

A parking lot with marked spaces, a modern building with multiple windows, and a clear sky.

5. Premier Inn Clacton-On-Sea - Seafront

9.4 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Maria

RM247

RM296 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.

A marina with multiple sailboats docked, a sunset in the background, and a clear sky.

A hallway with a table and lamp, a door, and a fire extinguisher.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and framed pictures on the walls.

6. The Victory at Mersea

8.7 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Aubrey

RM451

RM541 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A coastal beach scene with a clear walkway leading to the shore, a pier in the distance, and a few boats on the water.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central seating area, a large window offering a view, and a green wall with a vertical garden.

A cozy living room with two patterned sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A gazebo with a white frame and a glass dome structure with a wooden door.

7. Kingscliff Hotel

11.6 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

June

RM383

RM460 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

A brick building with a central staircase, a covered outdoor seating area, and a tree-lined pathway.

A bartender preparing drinks at a bar with a variety of bottles in the background.

A dining table with a white tablecloth, a green leather chair, and a tea set.

8. GreyFriars

11.9 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Glenn

RM637

RM764 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A courtyard with artificial grass, a table with chairs, and a wooden bench.

A wooden structure with signs for Pier Hotel Clacton, including breakfast service and room availability.

A room with a white cabinet, a table with a vase, two chairs, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a counter with various bottles, and bar stools.

9. OYO Pier Hotel

9.8 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Tamally

RM262

RM341 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and dining area.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror.

A courtyard with a table and chairs, a green umbrella, and a building with a dark blue facade and a red-tiled roof.

10. Birds Farm

7.1 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Nicola

RM863

RM1,036 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A room with exposed brick walls, a wooden door, a light-colored armchair, and a carpeted floor.

A two-story house with a tiled roof, a front door, and a garage.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a brick wall.

A bedroom with a wooden wardrobe, a television on a small table, and a bed with a floral bedspread.

11. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

14.5 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Andy

RM387

RM465 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector, and a cabinet with office supplies.

A bartender pouring a drink from a tap labeled 'Stella Artois' into a glass.

12. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

15.6 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Tim

RM288

RM345 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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 bar area with shelves of various liquor bottles, a bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne, and a martini glass on the counter.

A modern dining area with a glass partition, a fireplace, and a television in the background.

13. Talbooth House & Spa

16.9 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Alan

RM1,229

RM1,475 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a white wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a standing heater, and a metal rack with black straps.

A two-story house with a dark front door, a small porch, and a mailbox.

A small, single-story building with a gravel driveway and a wooden fence.

14. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

14 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Matt

RM277

RM333 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hanging light fixture with a clear glass enclosure and visible filament inside, set against a background of a window with a grid pattern and pink flowers.

A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, wooden furniture, and large windows with bars.

A traditional Tudor-style building with black and white timber framing, a sign for 'Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel', and hanging flower baskets.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white tablecloths, gold sashes, and a chandelier.

15. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

11.5 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Michelle

RM273

RM328 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a plant, a white pillow, and a beige throw blanket.

A laundry room with multiple stacked washing machines and dryers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a white dining table with blue chairs.

A narrow alleyway with a gravel path, bordered by a metal fence and a brick building with windows.

16. Ryegate House Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 12.4 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Norman

RM410

RM492 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a 'Grab & Go' kiosk, and a modern reception desk.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are chairs around a table and a potted plant in the corner.

A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and expansive fields.

A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines arranged in rows.

17. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

17.6 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

long

RM287

RM344 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An open door leading to a covered outdoor patio with a white table and chairs, a garden view, and a decorative chandelier.

A large, ivy-covered building with a well-manicured lawn and neatly trimmed hedges.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a towel rack, and a shower curtain.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

18. Milsoms

17.3 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

ian

RM661

RM793 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

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

A reception area with a sign reading "RECEPTION," wooden beams, a wooden counter, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with a view of the street.

A cozy seating area with a window overlooking a garden, featuring a variety of plants and a view of a building in the background.

19. The George of Colchester

Dutch Quarter, 12.1 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Linda

RM425

RM510 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A boat with a cabin and a mast, set against a sunset sky.

A row of historic buildings with arched windows and a central building featuring a green awning.

A buffet table with various food items and bread.

20. Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO

9.9 km from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Ewa

RM224

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Chudleigh Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 347 reviews	View
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns	8.8 Excellent 878 reviews	View
The North Hill Hotel, Colchester	9.0 Wonderful 376 reviews	View
Wivenhoe House Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 635 reviews	View
Premier Inn Clacton-On-Sea - Seafront	9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews	View

Top Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool Hotel Reviews

Mersea Island Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely time for a little break away. Caravan park was quiet & very clean. My son left his wallet there as soon as we realised we rang them & they called us back to say they had found it & arranged to get it back to us, this is great customer service & we really are thankful."

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7.2/10 (23 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool?

Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool is located in a welcoming area of Brightlingsea 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 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool?

Holiday Home Sleeps 10 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this holiday home offers an indoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool. Another good choice is Host Stay Ocean Tao, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool.

What can I see and do near Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Beth Chatto Garden and Cudmore Grove Country Park. Create some family memories at Wyvernwood and The Wyvern Maze. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Jaywick Martello Tower and Mersea Island Vineyard.

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Our top choices for Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool hotels

1. Chudleigh Hotel

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

3. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

4. Wivenhoe House Hotel

5. Premier Inn Clacton-On-Sea - Seafront

6. The Victory at Mersea

7. Kingscliff Hotel

8. GreyFriars

9. OYO Pier Hotel

10. Birds Farm

11. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

12. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

13. Talbooth House & Spa

14. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

15. Best Western The Rose & Crown Hotel

16. Ryegate House Colchester

17. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

18. Milsoms

19. The George of Colchester

20. Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO

Compare popular hotels close to Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

Top Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool Hotel Reviews

Mersea Island Holiday Park

Other attractions near Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool

beach near Waterside Marina

beach near The Fleet

Cudmore Grove Country Park

Wyvernwood

The Wyvern Maze

beach near Fishing lake

Mersea Island Vineyard

Jaywick Martello Tower

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