Last-minute romantic hotel deals in Essex

With a stay at Harbour Hotel Richmond in Richmond (Ham, Petersham and Richmond Riverside), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Thames River and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This spa hotel is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Hyde Park and 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Wembley Stadium.

With a stay at Holiday Inn London - Sutton by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Sutton, within a 15-minute drive of Wimbledon Tennis Club and Surrey Hills. This spa hotel is 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from Buckingham Palace and 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from London Eye.

Located in Luton, London Luton Vale Hotel is in the business district – a 3-minute drive from Lilley Dog Walking Field and 9 minutes from Cineworld Luton. This hotel is 17.4 mi (28 km) from Woburn Safari Park and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Luton Mall.

West Lodge Park is a stunning country hotel retreat set in 35 acres of tranquil parkland just 19 km from Central London and 1.6 km from junction 24 of the M25.

The family-run West Lodge Park with its AA Rosette restaurant is ideal for those seeking peaceful accommodation without sacrificing easy access to North London and Hertfordshire.

All rooms are individually decorated with modern conveniences, including wireless internet. Our luxurious, newly renovated rooms offer a variety of features—some include a terrace or overlook the extensive gardens. There is 1 dog-friendly room available upon request.

The hotel's beautiful parkland is home to the National Collection of Hornbeams and over 800 different shrubs and trees from around the world.

Situated in London and with King's Cross Station reachable within 300 metres, St Pancras London, Autograph Collection features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has free bikes, as well as an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The hotel has a sauna and room service.

At the hotel rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 5-star hotel.

Staff at St Pancras London, Autograph Collection are always available to provide advice at the reception.

Popular points of interest near the accommodation include King's Cross St Pancras, King's Cross Theatre and Euston Station. London City Airport is 15 km from the property.

Located in the fashionable Bloomsbury district, this 4-star hotel independent hotel offers bright rooms, and an elegant restaurant and bar, with art deco influences in the décor and artworks throughout the hotel. King’s Cross St Pancras Station is less than 10 minutes’ walk away. Complimentary Wi-Fi and access to hotel gym is offered.

Each air-conditioned room at The Memoir Club includes a flat-screen TV, Apple TV, Hypnos mattresses, a safe, a hairdryer and a Nespresso coffee machine. Complimentary filtered water and toiletries are also provided.

Adeline Restaurant serves Eastern Mediterranean inspired dishes made from fresh, seasonal produce. The chic bar offers a wide selection of cocktails, beers, and wines, along with a small plates menu for a more casual dining experience. Al fresco dining is available.

This modern Orida hotel has spacious rooms, an indoor pool and a well-equipped gym. Maidstone town centre is within a 10-minute drive and the M20 motorway is less than 0.5 miles away.

Orida Health club has a steam room, a state-of-the-art sauna and a spa bath. There is also a treatment room offering beauty therapies and massages.

The rooms at at Orida Maidstone feature 49-inch TVs, work desks and tea/coffee facilities. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service.

Seasons Restaurant serves both modern and traditional dishes. Guests can also enjoy coffee and evening drinks in the café and bar.

A wide range of hot and cold options are provided with the buffet breakfast.

Orida Maidstone is 4 miles from Leeds Castle. Gatwick Airport is within a 45-minute drive.

Set in a listed colonial-style building which was formerly an 18th-century army barracks, Miller & Carter Maidstone by Innkeeper's Collection is just a 15-minute walk to Maidstone city centre, and features free private parking.

This lodge offers a Miller & Carter Steakhouse serving tasty grills. So if you are a Steak fan this is the perfect location to indulge in one of our 30 day aged English and Irish Steaks.

A flat-screen TV, en suite bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in each room at Miller & Carter Maidstone by Innkeeper's Collection.

Maidstone city centre is home to Leeds Castle, which boasts 500 acres of scenic parkland and a popular golf course. Theatres, bars and a large shopping centre are also on offer. Canoes can be taken along the River Medway, and paddle boat trips are also available.

An elegant Georgian country house, Harbour Hotel & Spa Richmond features an award-winning restaurant and free WiFi access. Next to scenic Richmond Park, it is a mile from Richmond Tube Station.

The hotel offers luxuriously furnished rooms with air conditioning in most rooms, tea/coffee making facilities and a TV.
The Gate Kitchen, Bar and Terrace provides fine dining in an elegant, intimate setting.

Harbour Hotel & Spa Richmond is a 15-minute drive from Kew Gardens and the the home of English rugby, Twickenham Stadium, is 10 minutes away by car.

For those coming by car, chargeable limited on-site parking is available. Managed by YourParkingSpace, parking is charged at £16.50 for up to 24 hours and can only be booked and paid for at the time of parking using either the app or cashless parking meter.

Unfortunately, parking spaces cannot be guaranteed or pre-booked. You can enter/exit the car park multiple times throughout the duration of your booking but please be aware we cannot guarantee a space will always remain available.

Chargeable off-site parking is available nearby. If there are no spaces on arrival, please speak to reception who can direct you to nearby car parking.

Guests can relax at the hotel's HarSpa, which includes a indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium, Hydrotherapy pool, Scandinavian hot tubs, steam room and sauna. Children's swimming times: * Daily from 8.30am to 10am and 4.30pm to 6pm * Minimum age three years old. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

A 15-minute walk from Richmond Tube Station and 25 minutes from Kew Gardens, Bingham Riverhouse features luxurious rooms, some overlooking the River Thames.

Each room at Bingham Riverhouse is individually decorated and features a luxurious bathroom, some with whirlpool baths. The elegant rooms have Art Deco inspired furnishings, DVD players and a built-in sound system.

The award-winning Bingham Restaurant serves British cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients. The wine list focuses on exclusive labels. The cocktail bar offers both classic and modern drinks. Light meals and afternoon tea are also available.

Just 25 minutes’ drive from Heathrow Airport and Buckingham Palace, Bingham Riverhouse provides easy access to central London and the Richmond area. Richmond Park is a 10-minute drive away and there are 6 golf courses within 15 minutes’ drive.

A 5-minute walk from Richmond Park, Warren House is a stunning Victorian mansion complete with private gardens.

Located 10 miles from Central London'and 6 miles from Twickenham stadium, Warren House boasts a range of amenities and services available for guests. During the warmer months, garden games including croquet are provided in the idyllic grounds.

Each room is elegantly furnished and has a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and a Bose CD music system. Most rooms are based in the main building while others are adjacent.

There are several private rooms that guests may dine in. The cuisine features local and organic produce, some taken from the orchards and meadows in the grounds.

A 19th-century Grade II Listed building, Warren House is also a perfect venue for conferences, meetings and events. Hampton Court is 7 km from the property.

Reservations for overnight accommodations do not include rights to use the rooms, property or grounds for professional photography of any kind. For commercial photography requests, please contact this property directly. Breaching these terms will result in legal action being taken.

Set in the heart of Colchester, the 500-year-old George Hotel boasts an à-la-carte restaurant and a bar, and offers rooms with free WiFi access throughout. The hotel also has a 24-hour front desk and spacious meeting facilities.

Rooms at George Hotel feature traditional décor in warm tones and come with a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities. They all include an en-suite bathroom fitted with either a bathtub or a shower and a hairdryer, and free toiletries are provided.

Breakfast is served every morning in the common dining room or in the guest rooms upon request. The hotel's restaurant serves regional specialities and guests can enjoy a range of spirits in the lounge bar throughout the day.

George Hotel lies 100 metres from Colchester's Town Hall, surrounded by an array of shops, bars and restaurants. The property is located 65 km from London's city centre and Cambridge is 63 km away.

Located in Gravesend, 8.6 km from Rochester Castle, The Darnley Arms provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star inn features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 11 km from Chatham Train Station.

Historic Chatham Dockyard is 11 km from the inn, while Bluewater is 13 km away. London City Airport is 39 km from the property.

With a stay at Holiday Inn Rochester Chatham by IHG in Chatham, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of Leeds Castle and Bridgewood Manor Day Spa. This hotel is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Buckmore Park Karting.

A stay at Novotel London Greenwich places you in the heart of London – a 6-minute drive from O2 Arena and 11 minutes from Tower of London. This hotel is 4.9 mi (8 km) from London Bridge and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from ExCeL Exhibition Centre.

With a stay at The Tower Hotel, by Thistle in London (London City Centre), you'll be steps from Tower of London and 3 minutes by foot from Tower Bridge. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from The Shard and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from HMS Belfast.

With a stay at Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross by IHG, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 5-minute drive of St. Paul's Cathedral and The British Museum. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Russell Square and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Leicester Square.

With a stay at Grange Beauchamp, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from Russell Square and 5 minutes by foot from The British Museum. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Covent Garden Market and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Leicester Square.

A stay at Melia White House Hotel places you in the heart of London, within a 5-minute drive of Regent Street and The British Museum. This hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hyde Park and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Buckingham Palace.

A stay at The Dilly places you in the heart of London, steps from Piccadilly Circus and Piccadilly. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Leicester Square and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Trafalgar Square.