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The Rochford Hotel

SS4 1BU, Southend-on-Sea, Bradley Way

This hotel is situated in the picturesque Essex village town of Rochford, less than a mile from the airport and 200 yards from the mainline railway station. Rooms at The Rochford Hotel each have a... read more

648 reviews 7.8
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£ 52.80

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Roslin Beach Hotel

SS13BG, Southend-on-Sea, 10-12 Thorpe Esplanade

With lovely views of the Thames Estuary, this Southend-on-Sea hotel offers free Wi-Fi, treatment rooms, and free parking. The Restaurant offers seafood specialities and classic British dishes with a contemporary twist. Guests can dine in... read more

1408 reviews 9.1
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£ 72.65

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Muthu Westcliff Hotel (Near London Southend Airport)

SS0 7QW, Southend-on-Sea, 18-20 Westcliff Parade

Dating back to 1891, this magnificent Victorian hotel is close to the seafront with spectacular views over the Thames Estuary. It has a high, clifftop location and provides individually decorated rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a... read more

2239 reviews 7.2
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£ 52.00

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Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

SS1 1HG, Southend-on-Sea, 9-13 Wilson Rd

Just metres from the Southend seafront, Illfracombe House is set in central Southend, offering free car parking and free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with a flat screen TV with digital channels and there is an all-you-can-eat... read more

787 reviews 8.6
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£ 70.00

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Camelia Hotel

SS1 3AA, Southend-on-Sea, 178 Eastern Esplanade, Thorpe Bay

Located on the seafront at Southend-On-Sea, with views of The Thames Estuary, Camelia Hotel is just one mile from Southend on Sea. It has good food, free Wi-Fi and free parking. The train station is... read more

488 reviews 8.7
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£ 67.20

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Park Inn by Radisson Palace

SS1 2AL, Southend-on-Sea, Church Road

In the centre of Southend-on-Sea, The Park Inn by Radisson Palace is opposite the vibrant Southend Pier and amusement park. It has modern rooms, a lively bar and grill and an on-site gym. This Park... read more

4020 reviews 6.9
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£ 62.10

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Suenos Guesthouse

SS1 3AA, Southend-on-Sea, 184 Eastern Esplanade

Situated on Southend’s seafront, Suenos Guesthouse offers cooked breakfasts and ample free parking. Just a 20-minute walk Southend Pier, Suenos also has an outside terrace area with far reaching estuary views. Free Wi-Fi, an en... read more

223 reviews 9.7
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£ 65.00

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The Chichester Hotel

SS11 8UE, Wickford, Old London Road

Surrounded by farmland, this family-run hotel is situated between Basildon and Rayleigh. It has a lounge bar, a courtyard garden, and free private parking on site. Each room at The Chichester Hotel has farmland views,... read more

622 reviews 5.9
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£ 70.00

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Holiday Inn Southend, an IHG Hotel

SS2 6XG, Southend-on-Sea, 77 Eastwoodbury Crescent

Holiday Inn Southend features an on-site fitness suite and a sound-proofed rooftop bar and restaurant. An en suite bathroom with power shower, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in each room at Holiday... read more

1872 reviews 8.3
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£ 50.38

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The Oyster Smack

CM0 8HR, Burnham on Crouch, The Oyster smack inn

Just metres from the river in Burnham-on-Crouch, The Oyster Smack Inn has an on-site bar, free Wi-Fi and free parking. It dates back to the 1800s, and is known for its fantastic food. The restaurant’s... read more

351 reviews 8.5
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£ 40.00

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WynnStay Studio Apartments

SS1 3AA, Southend-on-Sea, 188 Eastern Esplanade

Directly on the Thorpe Bay seafront, WynnStay Studio Apartments offer free Wi-Fi and have use of free public parking. Quietly situated, these serviced apartments are just 1 mile from Southend Pier. Each of the self-catering... read more

168 reviews 8.4
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£ 50.00

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OYO Devine Beach Hotel

SS0 7SR, Southend-on-Sea, Manor Road 21-23

Situated in Southend-on-Sea, 2.6 km from Adventure Island, OYO Devine Beach Hotel features accommodation with free WiFi and limited free private parking. The property is around 2.5 km from Southend Pier, 3.1 km from Kursaal... read more

539 reviews 7.2
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£ 80.09

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West Street Studios

SS0 7AB, Southend-on-Sea, 277 North Road

Situated 1.3 km from Southend University Hospital, West Street Studios provides accommodation in Southend-on-Sea. Southend town centre and beach is 2 km away. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and limited private parking is... read more

411 reviews 6.4
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£ 54.28

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Seven Hotel

SS1 1DT, Southend-on-Sea, 7-9 Clifton Terrace

Located in Southend-on-Sea, Seven Hotel offers beachfront accommodation 600 metres from Three Shells and provides various facilities, such as a bar and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour... read more

1593 reviews 8.1
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£ 1.00

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AC Hideout

SS4 1HX, Rochford, 119b Southend Road

AC Hideout is situated in Rochford and offers accommodation with free WiFi and air-conditioning. The accommodation is 5 km from Southend-on-Sea. The fully equipped apartment features a work space with a laptop and a TV... read more

112 reviews 7.4
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£ 51.75

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AC Lounge 2

SS4 1HX, Rochford, 115 Southend Road (Ground Floor)

Located in Rochford, just 6 km from Adventure Island, AC Lounge 2 provides accommodation with a restaurant, a garden and free WiFi. This apartment is 36 km from Hylands Park and 40 km from intu... read more

25 reviews 7.8
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£ 1.00

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Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

SS1 1DY, Southend-on-Sea, 6 Royal Terrace

Located in Southend-on-Sea, Hamiltons Boutique Hotel offers accommodations, some with a balcony, sea views or garden views. The property features free WiFi and TV. Free street parking is available outside the property during certain timings.... read more

640 reviews 9.1
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£ 70.00

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Edelweiss Guest House

SS1 2YA, Southend-on-Sea, 18 Lifstan Way, Southend-on-Sea

Situated in Southend-on-Sea, within 100 metres of Southchurch Beach and 300 metres of Thorpe Bay Beach, Edelweiss Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 600 metres from Southend... read more

160 reviews 9.1
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£ 52.84

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The Regency Apartments

SS1 1DU, Southend-on-Sea, 18 Royal Terrace

Set in Southend-on-Sea, The Regency Apartments offers sea views and free WiFi, 500 metres from Three Shells and 600 metres from Southend Jubilee Beach. Each unit is fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a... read more

235 reviews 7.3
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£ 81.88

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Oyster Fleet Hotel

SS8 9PA, Canvey Island, 21 Knightswick Road

Boasting a restaurant, a bar as well as a garden, Oyster Fleet Hotel is situated in Canvey Island, 17 km from Adventure Island. The property is around 29 km from Chelmsford Train Station, 31 km... read more

862 reviews 7.4
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£ 1.00

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SixtySix

SS1 2HJ, Southend-on-Sea, 66 Pleasant Road

Situated in Southend-on-Sea, SixtySix offers accommodation with free WiFi and TV, as well as a garden. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. Popular points of interest near the apartment... read more

282 reviews 7.3
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£ 59.25

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City Beach AirBnB Southend on Sea,

SS1 2HQ, Southend-on-Sea, 17 Pleasant Road

City Beach AirBnB Southend on Sea, a property with a garden, is set in Southend-on-Sea, 500 metres from Southend Jubilee Beach, 700 metres from Three Shells, as well as less than 1 km from Southchurch... read more

75 reviews 9.2
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£ 1.00

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The Chase

SS1 2RE, Southend-on-Sea, Chase Road

The Chase is set in Southend-on-Sea, 1.2 km from Southend Jubilee Beach, 1.3 km from Southchurch Beach, and 1.9 km from Three Shells. The property is 38 km from Upminster and 38 km from Hylands... read more

25 reviews 6.8
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£ 1.00

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City beach air B&B 2

SS1 2HQ, Southend-on-Sea, 17A Pleasant Road

Set in Southend-on-Sea, just 500 metres from Southend Jubilee Beach, City beach air B&B 2 offers beachfront accommodation with free WiFi. The property features garden and sea views, and is 700 metres from Three Shells.... read more

12 reviews 8.8
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£ 1.00

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Modern Beach Apartment

SS2 6EB, Southend-on-Sea, 61-71 Victoria Avenue Flat 21

Located in Southend-on-Sea, 1.7 km from Three Shells, 1.8 km from Southend Jubilee Beach and 2.8 km from Southchurch Beach, Modern Beach Apartment provides accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property is 36... read more

2 reviews 8.5
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£ 1.00

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Leigh Broadway! Whole Apartment, Fantastic Location!

SS9 2BU, Leigh-on-Sea, 117c Broadway West

Leigh Broadway! Whole Apartment, Fantastic Location!, a property with a terrace, is located in Leigh-on-Sea, 700 metres from Bell Wharf Beach, 5.6 km from Adventure Island, as well as 30 km from Chelmsford Train Station.... read more

1 reviews 8
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£ 1.00

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Luxury 1bed Apartment Close to Town Centre

SS2 5BE, Southend-on-Sea, 19 Coleman Street Flat 21, Centre Reach

Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Luxury 1bed Apartment Close to Town Centre is situated in Southend-on-Sea, just 1.5 km from Three Shells. This apartment is 1.3 km from Adventure Island and 34 km... read more

2 reviews 10
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£ 1.00

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Spacious 6 double-bed rooms opposite C2C Southend

SS1 1AB, Southend-on-Sea, 16A Clifftown Road

Set within 600 metres of Adventure Island and 34 km of Chelmsford Train Station, Spacious 6 double-bed rooms opposite C2C Southend offers rooms in Southend-on-Sea. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with... read more

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£ 1.00

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Why look for cheap hotels and b&bs ?


southend airport departureIf you’re travelling extensively, you know how important it is to be able to lay your head down in a nice, clean, spacious guest room that guarantees a good night’s rest. When you choose to book a cheap hotel or inexpensive B&B located near the Southend Airport, you make your life a whole lot easier, and you save time and money.

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You no longer have to wake up at ridiculous hours to avoid getting stuck in traffic while trying to catch your flight. On top of that, in August 2013 the Southend Airport was listed as the best UK-based airport by Which?, a prominent consumer group. The construction of the new terminal was completed in February 2012. At this point, this structure comprises duty-free stores, two elegant cafes, ATMs and a bar.

Also owned by Stobart Group, the grand Holiday Inn Hotel is a fantastic 4-star accommodation option featuring the one and only rooftop restaurant opened in Essex. Transportation is definitely not a problem. The airport is currently being serviced by busses managed by Arriva Southend.

Several cheap hotels and B&Bs are catalogued as excellent accommodation alternatives due to their high level of convenience and extra features such as free shuttle service or free car parking.

Places to Stay – Where Should You Stay ?


accommodationThere are many reasonably priced hotels that ensure shuttle transport services. Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea, Chelmsford Serviced Apartments, Crowne Plaza Resort Colchester Five Lakes, Holiday Inn Rochester Chatham, Bridgewood Manor, Orsett Hall Hotel Grays, and Best Western Atlantic Hotel are only a few of the main sought-after hotels listed in this category, which may capture your attention at a first glance.

For pricing and additional details, check the transfer alternatives brought to you by your favourite accommodation. Ilfracombe House (2.2 mi from the airport), Holiday Inn Southend (0.1 mi from the airport), and Camelia Hotel (3 miles from the airport) all ensure free car parking and let you feel the holiday vibe and enjoy panoramic views that you wouldn’t be able to contemplate elsewhere.

In case you are trying to save some money while eating and sleeping well near the airport, don’t hesitate to analyse the most recent offers made by nearby B&Bs like Atlantis Guest House (10 rooms), the Waverly (9 rooms) or Roslin Beach Hotel (62 rooms). One thing’s certain: those who plan to stay at a classy cheap hotel near the airport can choose from several appealing options for transportation and shuttle transfer. Find your favourite one with just a little bit of help from us.

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International Airfield in Essex England UK


Name : London Southend Airport

At this point, it serves approximately 970,000 travellers on an annual basis. It was bought by Stobart Group in 2008. Since that point in time it has undergone a set of extensive, on-going developments.

Location : the terminal building is located between the town centres of Rochford and Southend in the county of Essex, approximately 36 miles or 58 km east of Central London UK.

Address : Southend on Sea, Essex SS2 6YF, England, United Kingdom (UK)

IATA Code : SEN

Main Airlines : mainly served by Aer Lingus Regional (operated by Aer Arann), EasyJet, Thomson Airways (operated by Volotea)

These airlines offer domestic services and scheduled flights to locations across the United Kingdom and Continental Europe.

Other major airports in the region offering international and domestic flights are Luton, London Gatwick (see hostels), Stansted Airport (see Hotels), London City Airport and Heathrow International Airport (see best accommodation).

Train Transport

Nearby Southend Airport railway station links SEN, via Stratford, with London Liverpool Street train station. It also serves Sutton, Essex and northern parts of Southend on Sea.

Bus Transport

SEN international is served by buses operated by Arriva Southend. Bus routes will take you to Southend (7, 8 and 9), Rochford (7 and 8), Ashingdon (7), Hawkwell (8), Hockley (7 and 8), Eastwood (9) and Rayleigh (7, 8 and 9). Coach route X30, operated by First Group, connects the terminal building with Chelmsford and Stansted Airport.

By Car

London Southend Intl. Airport is situated just off the A127 which provides easy access to the M25, A13, and A12.

Terminals : one passenger terminal.

Region : East of England

District : Rochford District

County : Essex

Tel. : +44 1702 538500

Nearest Hotels : in the towns and villages of Southend-on-Sea, Rayleigh, Wickford, Burnham on Crouch, Woodham Ferrers, and Basildon.

More information : AirportEasyjet HolidaysBorough Council

Things to do and see nearby


Rollacity (Purdeys Way, Rochford, England UK): Indoor rollerskating rink. Great way to spend a couple of hours.

Central Museum (Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6EW, England): old library made into a small local museum. A nice museum for a quick visit which displays collections of local and natural history and contains a planetarium constructed by astronomer Harry Ford in 1984.

Adventure Island (Sunken Garden, Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1EE, England): free-admission theme park located at the seafront with over 40 rides and attractions. Great for kids and families.

Old Leigh (High Street, Leigh-on Sea, SS9 2EP Essex, United Kingdom): old fishing village full of unique character and charm, narrow cobbled streets and old buildings. There is a variety of things to do and see.