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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
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
The Gleneagles Guesthouse
SS1 1DP, Southend-on-Sea, 5 Clifftown Parade
The Gleneagles Guesthouse offers 4-star rooms with free fibre-optic broadband and panoramic sea views. The guest house overlooks the Cliff Gardens, and is only a 5-minute walk from Southend Pier. The bright and spacious bedrooms... read more
Ilfracombe House
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
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
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
The Oakland Hotel
CM3 5XF, Woodham Ferrers, 2-6 Reeves Way
The Oakland Hotel is a family-run budget hotel situated in the centre of the riverside town of South Woodham Ferrers, 15 miles from Southend-on-Sea. Close to the River Crouch, all rooms have private bathrooms. Rooms... read more
The Waverley
SS1 3AA, Southend-on-Sea, 191 Eastern Esplanade
Situated on Eastern Esplanade, overlooking the Thames Estuary, The Waverley offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. With sea views . The hotel has bedrooms with flat-screen TVs. The cosy bedrooms at The Waverley are individually... read more
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
Holiday Inn Southend
SS2 6XG, Southend-on-Sea, 77 Eastwoodbury Crescent
Located at Southend Airport, Holiday Inn Southend features an on-site fitness suite and a sound-proofed rooftop bar and restaurant with panoramic views of the airport. An en suite bathroom with power shower, flat-screen TV and... read more
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
Welbeck Hotel
SS0 7TA, Southend-on-Sea, 27 Palmerston Road
Situated in the seaside resort of Westcliff-on-Sea, the Welbeck Hotel offers free WiFi and free private parking. It is less than 300 metres from Westcliff Railway Station. The rooms include a Freeview TV and tea... read more
Malvern Lodge Guest House
SS0 7SN, Southend-on-Sea, 29 Seaforth Road
Malvern Lodge Guest House is a charming Victorian house situated in Essex seaside resort of Westcliff-on-Sea. Less than 3 minutes’ walk from the beach, it is children friendly and has free on-site parking. The rooms... read more
Southend Inn Hotel
SS0 8EG, Southend-on-Sea, 25 Cobham Road, Westcliff on Sea
Located in Southend-on-Sea, 1.9 km from Three Shells, Southend Inn Hotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 2.6 km from Adventure Island, 2.5 km from Southend Pier and... read more
Airport Reach
SS2 5HA, Southend-on-Sea, 54 Ruskin Avenue
Airport Reach has a terrace and is located in Southend-on-Sea, within just 1.4 km of Priory Park and 2.3 km of Southend Pier. This holiday home also features free WiFi. Offering a patio and garden... read more
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
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
Californication - 2 Bed Apartment
SS0 7LL, Southend-on-Sea, Saint John's Road
Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Californication - 2 Bed Apartment is situated in Southend-on-Sea, just 1.2 km from Three Shells. The property is 3.1 km from Adventure Island and 2.9 km from Kursaal.... read more
Exhale - 2 Bed Apartment
SS0 7LL, Southend-on-Sea, Saint John's Road
Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Exhale - 2 Bed Apartment is located in Southend-on-Sea, within just 1.3 km of Three Shells. This apartment is 3.1 km from Adventure Island and 2.9 km from... read more
Kenway Serviced Apartment
SS2 5DX, Southend-on-Sea, 27 Galleries Court Kenway Road
Offering garden views, Kenway Serviced Apartment is an accommodation located in Southend-on-Sea, 1.7 km from Three Shells and 2.9 km from Adventure Island. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free... read more
Woodgrange
SS0 7PN, Southend-on-Sea, 15a Avenue Road
Woodgrange, a property with a garden, is located in Southend-on-Sea, less than 1 km from Three Shells, 2.3 km from Adventure Island, as well as 2.2 km from Southend Pier. This beachfront property offers access... read more
The Moorings B&B
SS1 3AA, Southend-on-Sea, 172 Eastern Esplanade
Located in Southend-on-Sea, 2 km from Three Shells and 1.8 km from Adventure Island, The Moorings B&B provides sea views and free WiFi. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast.... read more
Nirvana - 2 Bedroom Apartment
SS0 7JZ, Southend-on-Sea, Saint John's Road
Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Nirvana - 2 Bedroom Apartment is located in Southend-on-Sea, within just 1.4 km of Three Shells. The property is 3.3 km from Adventure Island and 2.1 km from... read more
The Regency
SS1 1DU, Southend-on-Sea, 18 Royal Terrace
Set in Southend-on-Sea, The Regency offers sea views and free WiFi, 100 metres from Three Shells and 1.4 km from Adventure Island. Each unit is fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a... read more
SixtySix
SS1 2HJ, Southend-on-Sea, 66 Pleasant Road
Featuring a garden and free WiFi, SixtySix features accommodation ideally set in Southend-on-Sea, within a short distance of Three Shells, Adventure Island and Kursaal. The accommodation comes with a TV and a private bathroom with... read more
Why look for cheap hotels and b&bs ?
If 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.
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 ?
There 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 : Airport – Easyjet Holidays – Borough 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.