Curated romantic hotels in Essex

With a stay at Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel in Ipswich, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Ipswich Waterfront and Chantry Park. This spa hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Bourne Park and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Dance East.

Situated just 5 minutes’ drive from Lenham, Who'd A Thought It boasts a Champagne and oyster bar, along with free Wi-Fi in public areas. With free private parking, the hotel features highly individual rooms and suites.

The luxurious rooms include a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, tea and coffee making facilities, and an iPod docking station. The en suite bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Many rooms also boast a spa bath and a four-poster bed.

In the mornings, Who’d A Thought It serves a full English breakfast, along with continental options for guests leaving early. The Champagne and Oyster Bar serves several menus, including gastro bar meals, a lunchtime tasting menu, and a la carte dishes.

Who’d A Thought It’s Champagne and Oyster Bar is host to frequent themed events. Seasonal holidays are also celebrated with style at the hotel. The property is home to the Whody Boudoir Dress Boutique, which offers a range of shoes and accessories. Lenham Railway Station is just 2 miles away.

Located in Colchester, Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester is a 3-minute drive from Colchester Castle Park and 6 minutes from University of Essex. This hotel is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Colchester Zoo and 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from Beth Chatto Garden.

With a stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Dartford Bridge in Dartford, you'll be a 4-minute drive from Thames River and 7 minutes from Bluewater Shopping Centre. This hotel is 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from O2 Arena and 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from ExCeL Exhibition Centre.

The Suffolk Hotel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Haverhill. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is located 19 km from Hedingham Castle.

At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe. Each room comes with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while certain rooms include a kitchen equipped with a fridge. Guest rooms in The Suffolk Hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

An à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British, Italian and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Audley End House is 24 km from The Suffolk Hotel, while Ickworth House is 28 km away. London Stansted Airport is 31 km from the property.

Located in Sevenoaks, Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Brands Hatch Circuit and Eynsford Castle. This spa hotel is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Thames River.

With a stay at DoubleTree by Hilton London West End, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 5-minute walk of The British Museum and Russell Square. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University College London and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Tottenham Court Road.

With a stay at Hilton London Euston, you'll be centrally located in London, just a 3-minute walk from University College London and 14 minutes by foot from The British Museum. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Russell Square and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Tottenham Court Road.

With a stay at Grange Clarendon in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of The British Museum and Russell Square. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University College London and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Tottenham Court Road.

With a stay at The Wesley Euston, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 5-minute walk of University College London and Tottenham Court Road. This eco-friendly guest house is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Regent's Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Russell Square.

In the heart of London, Bloomsbury Palace Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of The British Museum and Regent's Park. This eco-friendly hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Trafalgar Square and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Oxford Street.

With a stay at Gem Langham Court Hotel in London (London City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Oxford Street and The British Museum. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Piccadilly Circus and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Hyde Park.

With a stay at Washington Mayfair Hotel, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 5-minute walk of Piccadilly and Green Park. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Hyde Park and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Buckingham Palace.

Within 5 minutes’ walk of Hyde Park, Oxford Street’s shops and Marble Arch Underground Station, this 5-star hotel features a modern bar and an on-site spa. Free internet access is available throughout The Montcalm. Buckingham Palace and its gardens are just over 1 mile away.

An iPod dock, HD TV with satellite channels, a hairdryer and a minibar feature in each air-conditioned room. A rain shower and luxury toiletries are included in each private marble bathroom. Guests can choose from 6 fragrances for their room.

Fresh and seasonal international cuisine is served in the Crescent Restaurant and Lounge, while The Grill at The Montcalm provides modern British grill dishes. The Montcalm Bar offers an extensive bar menu and a variety of cocktails and traditional English afternoon teas.

The Montcalm Spa includes a relaxing spa pool, sauna, and steam room. Guests can also unwind on heated loungers, or use the modern, air-conditioned fitness room.

A stay at Park Grand Paddington Court places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Marble Arch and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

With a stay at Signature Townhouse Hyde Park, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from Kensington Gardens and 7 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Marble Arch and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

With a stay at The Crown London in London (Cricklewood), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Brent Cross Shopping Centre and 9 minutes from Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. This hotel is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from ZSL London Zoo and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Camden Lock Market.

With a stay at Grand Royale Hyde Park, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from Kensington Gardens and 11 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kensington High Street and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Kensington Palace.

With a stay at Park Avenue Bayswater Inn Hyde Park, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 10-minute walk of Kensington Gardens and Portobello Road Market. This hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Hyde Park and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Kensington Palace.

A stay at Holiday Inn London - Kensington High St. by IHG places you in the heart of London, within a 5-minute drive of Kensington Palace and Royal Albert Hall. This spa hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Buckingham Palace.