Curated romantic hotels in Essex

With a stay at DoubleTree by Hilton London Victoria, you'll be centrally located in London, just a 3-minute walk from Victoria Station Travel Information Centre and 13 minutes by foot from Buckingham Palace. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from St. James Park and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Hyde Park.

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.

A stay at Hotel Indigo London Hyde Park Paddington by IHG places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Marble Arch and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Oxford Street.

Located in London (London City Centre), Mercure London Hyde Park Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Marble Arch and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Royal Albert Hall.

With a stay at Blakemore Hyde Park, you'll be centrally located in London, just a 4-minute walk from Kensington Gardens and 11 minutes by foot from Hyde Park. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kensington Palace and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Marble Arch.

Well-placed in exclusive South Kensington, this luxury hotel is a short walk from London’s Natural History, Science and Victoria and Albert Museums and the Royal Albert Hall. 100 Queen’s Gate Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton has a restaurant and cocktail bar.

With a Regency-style exterior, the hotel’s rooms all boast a modern décor with classic touches. Each features free tea and coffee, with some rooms having a Nespresso machine. They also all include a private bathroom, a 49-inch flat-screen Smart TV with Chromecast and free WiFi access.

Guests can enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea with a selection of teas from Newby in an elegant atrium flooded with natural light. Our signature restaurant Cento proudly showcases the very best of traditional Italian cuisine. Sit back and relax in beautifully appointed dining room, taking inspiration from the olive groves of Italy, whilst dining on classics including Chicken Milanese, Lobster Ravioli and our Pinsa Romana. There is also a 24-hour gymnasium.

A large number of restaurants and bars are in the immediate area, and Hyde Park is just 0.7 miles away. There are 2 Tube stations within 5 minutes’ walk, providing access to London’s major attractions.

Radisson Blu Hotel, London South Kensington (formerly Vanderbilt) is centrally located in London – a 5-minute walk from Natural History Museum and 6 minutes by foot from Imperial College London. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Victoria and Albert Museum and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Science Museum.

A stay at Park Grand London Kensington places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Kensington Gardens and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Imperial College London.

With a stay at The Manor Elstree in Borehamwood (Elstree), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Elstree Film Studios and 10 minutes from Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. This hotel is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Wembley Stadium and 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from OVO Arena Wembley.

Centrally located in London, DoubleTree by Hilton London - Chelsea is within a 15-minute walk of King's Road and Stamford Bridge Stadium. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Battersea Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre.

Located in Cambridge, The Hole In The Wall is within a 15-minute drive of University of Cambridge and Addenbrooke's Hospital. This inn is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Imperial War Museum Duxford and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Anglesey Abbey.

With a stay at Village Hotel London Watford in Borehamwood (Elstree), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Aldenham Country Park and 6 minutes from Elstree Film Studios. This eco-friendly hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from BBC Elstree Centre and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Bushey Museum and Art Gallery.

Located in London (Acton), Holiday Inn London - West by IHG is within a 10-minute drive of Westfield London Shopping Centre and Portobello Road Market. This eco-friendly hotel is 3.7 mi (6 km) from London Designer Outlet and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from OVO Arena Wembley.

Located in London (Ealing), Crowne Plaza London Ealing by IHG is within a 10-minute drive of Wembley Stadium and Westfield London Shopping Centre. This eco-friendly hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Kensington High Street and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Hyde Park.

With a stay at Harbour Hotel Richmond in Richmond (Ham, Petersham and Richmond Riverside), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Richmond Park and 5 minutes by foot from Thames River. This spa hotel is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Kensington High Street and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Westfield London Shopping Centre.

Holiday Inn Hemel Hempstead M1, Jct. 8 offers an excellent location just off the M1 (Junction 8) and is easily accessed from the M25. This hotel offers high-speed internet throughout.

A flat-screen HD TV and pillow menu is provided in each air-conditioned room at the hotel.

Guests can enjoy a fully equipped leisure club including a swimming pool and fitness centre. The hotel's restaurant serves traditional British dishes and hosts regular themed menus. Enjoy Pizzas and steaks in the hotel bar and Starbucks Coffee is served in the lounge. Kids under 13 eat for free.

The Holiday Inn Hemel Hempstead M1, Jct. 8 is just 8 miles from Luton Airport, 21 miles from Heathrow Airport and 15 miles from Wembley Stadium. There are also good local rail links to London Euston. The Warner Brothers Studio attraction can be reached in a 10-minute drive.

Silverstone Race Track is 53 miles away.

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 eco-friendly hotel is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Kensington High Street and 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from Buckingham Palace.

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 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.

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.

This property is on the Tendring Peninsula, situated on the coastal road, providing cliff top views.The property features a garden and a terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout.

Each room features a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a TV and storage space.

The property is located 1.6 miles from Clacton Pier and Claton-on-sea train station. The nearest airport is Stansted, located 52 miles from the property.