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Located in Southend-on-Sea, 1.9 km from Three Shells and 2.2 km from Southend Jubilee Beach, The Alvaros Apartment provides a restaurant and free WiFi. Guests can benefit from a balcony and a sun terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.9 km from Adventure Island.

Great modern apartment with everything you need. Host was friendly and helpful. Location is close to the sea and the train station. Worth staying again.

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9.7
Exceptional
141 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, City Beach AirBnB Southend on Sea, is set in Southend-on-Sea, 500 metres from Southend Jubilee Beach and 700 metres from Three Shells. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the bed and breakfast.

Everything...I had absolutely no issues whatsoever.

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9.2
Superb
129 reviews
Price from
£117
per night

Richmond Luxury flat Fabulous location is set in Southend-on-Sea, 2.1 km from Thorpe Bay Beach, and offers a terrace, garden, and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.1 km from Southend Jubilee Beach.

great location - clean - warm and had everything we needed there

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9.3
Superb
103 reviews

Boasting a tennis court and views of quiet street, Edelweiss Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in Southend-on-Sea, 100 metres from Southchurch Beach. Featuring sea and garden views, this guest house also comes with free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms.

Great location a few steps away from the beach. Bus stop into town just around the corner. Close to several places to eat and drink. Lovely clean room - spotless - and tea coffee and milk left in the room too along with the necessary bathroom bits. The host Zara was very helpful and had left nothing to chance. Would happily stay here again - recommended.

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9.2
Superb
199 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

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.

Excellent breakfast every morning. Debbie and her staff made us feel very welcome. Everything was spotless. We would definitely stay there again.

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9.1
Superb
830 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

Located in Southend-on-Sea, The Moorings B&B provides sea views and free WiFi, 100 metres from Southchurch Beach and 200 metres from Thorpe Bay Beach. The property is around 500 metres from Southend Jubilee Beach, 1.8 km from Adventure Island and 36 km from Chelmsford Train Station. A public car park is located nearby.

From the super friendly owner to the comfortable accommodation everything was great. Every morning we were greeted with a smile and a perfectly cooked breakfast, the best we have had on our travels round the UK. Free car park (first come basis) at the rear of property was an added bonus.

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9.3
Superb
380 reviews

CARIS Guest House is situated in Southend-on-Sea, just a 2-minute walk from the seafront and 400 metres from Adventure Island, Marine Parade and Southend Pier which is the longest pleasure pier in the world. Free WiFi is available throughout.

Brilliant stay, Carol was so wonderful and accommodated all my needs quickly

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9.1
Superb
242 reviews

With scenic sea views, Guest House The Beaches is located in Southend-on-Sea. Free WiFi access is available, as well as free on-street parking.

Each room here will provide you with a TV and satellite channels. Tea/coffee making facilities are also provided.

The beautiful location was right on the waterfront. Jo and Buzz put personal touches on everything. The beds were extremely comfortable. The breakfast was delicious. We loved our stay.

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9.5
Exceptional
774 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

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.

What a guest house! Wonderful room, facilities and top notch breakfast. Can wait to return.

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9.7
Exceptional
257 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

In central Southend, with spectacular views of the pier and estuary, these boutique self-catering luxury apartments offer free high-speed WiFi, 32-inch LCD televisions, a Blu-ray player, a music system and a kitchen and a dining area.

The apartments are in a beautiful old building on the Royal Terrace, walking distance to trains, buses, bars and restaurants. Loved the amount of space we had and the extra little touches, the kitchen had everything we needed and more. Also loved the lounge area where we could sit and chat when not in our apartment. Great views from the balcony.

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9.6
Exceptional
130 reviews
Price from
£140
per night

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  • Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 830 reviews

    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.

    Loved the quickness of the property. Very boutique style which I loved.

  • Pebbles Guest House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,188 reviews

    Situated on Eastern Esplanade, overlooking Southend Beach, Pebbles Guest House offers wonderful sea views and cooked breakfasts. There is free parking, free Wi-Fi and a sun terrace.

    Location was great Friendly and welcoming Lovely room

  • The Alvaros Apartment
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 141 reviews

    Located in Southend-on-Sea, 1.9 km from Three Shells and 2.2 km from Southend Jubilee Beach, The Alvaros Apartment provides a restaurant and free WiFi.

    Every thing was perfect will be staying there again

  • City Beach AirBnB Southend on Sea,
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 129 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, City Beach AirBnB Southend on Sea, is set in Southend-on-Sea, 500 metres from Southend Jubilee Beach and 700 metres from Three Shells.

    Everything , the location, the property, the parking.

  • Richmond Luxury flat Fabulous location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 105 reviews

    Richmond Luxury flat Fabulous location is set in Southend-on-Sea, 2.1 km from Thorpe Bay Beach, and offers a terrace, garden, and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio.

    Very nice and clean .all facilities are excellent.

  • The Moorings B&B
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 380 reviews

    Located in Southend-on-Sea, The Moorings B&B provides sea views and free WiFi, 100 metres from Southchurch Beach and 200 metres from Thorpe Bay Beach.

    Very good standard Lovely breakfast Very comfortable

  • CARIS Guest House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 242 reviews

    CARIS Guest House is situated in Southend-on-Sea, just a 2-minute walk from the seafront and 400 metres from Adventure Island, Marine Parade and Southend Pier which is the longest pleasure pier in the...

    I like the staff so friendly, And tidy always clean

  • Beaches Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 774 reviews

    With scenic sea views, Guest House The Beaches is located in Southend-on-Sea. Free WiFi access is available, as well as free on-street parking.

    Clean comfy peaceful and also yummy food I will stay again

These holiday rentals in Southend-on-Sea have options with FREE cancellation

  • Edelweiss Guest House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 199 reviews

    Boasting a tennis court and views of quiet street, Edelweiss Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in Southend-on-Sea, 100 metres from Southchurch Beach.

    EXTRA COMFORTABLE BED , How clean it was Location

  • Plush Nest - Charming One-Bedroom Flat - Southend Stays
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 10 reviews

    Situated 1.2 km from Three Shells, 1.4 km from Southend Jubilee Beach and 2.1 km from Southchurch Beach, Plush Nest - Charming One-Bedroom Flat - Southend Stays features accommodation located in...

  • Urban Lux - Modern One-Bedroom Flat in Southend-On-Sea - Southend Stays
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 17 reviews

    A recently renovated property, Urban Lux - Modern One-Bedroom Flat in Southend-On-Sea - Southend Stays is located in Southend-on-Sea near Three Shells, Southend Jubilee Beach and Adventure Island.

    The location was close enough to the beach and close to the shopping area

  • The Wedge
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 28 reviews

    The Wedge, a property with a terrace, is situated in Southend-on-Sea, 1.1 km from Southchurch Beach, 500 metres from Adventure Island, as well as 35 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

    Great little apartment very close to the sea front

  • Flat Beside the sea
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 43 reviews

    Offering a terrace and sea view, Flat Beside the sea is set in Southend-on-Sea, a few steps from Southend Jubilee Beach and a few steps from Southchurch Beach.

    It was absolutely beautiful. We had a fabulous time.

  • Modern City Centre Executive Flat
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Modern City Centre Executive Flat is situated in Southend-on-Sea, 2 km from Southchurch Beach, 700 metres from Adventure Island, and 33 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

    Clean and tidy,good facilities had everything we needed

  • Apartments near the sea with free parking Southend-on-Sea
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 140 reviews

    Situated in Southend-on-Sea with Southend Jubilee Beach and Three Shells nearby, Apartments near the sea with free parking Southend-on-Sea features accommodation with free WiFi and free private...

    Great location lovely apartment Great communication

  • WynnStay Studio Apartments
    Free cancellation options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 207 reviews

    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.

    Everything was great. I would recommend this place.

Highly rated holiday rentals in Southend-on-Sea

  • Southend Serenity 2-Bedroom Flat - Southend Stays
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5 reviews

    Southend Serenity 2-Bedroom Flat - Southend Stays features a patio and is set in Southend-on-Sea, within just 1.4 km of Southend Jubilee Beach and 1.1 km of Adventure Island.

  • Cosy Coastal Haven 1-Bedroom Apartment in Southend-On-Sea - Southend Stays
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 17 reviews

    Cosy Coastal Haven 1-Bedroom Apartment in Southend-On-Sea - Southend Stays is located in Southend-on-Sea, 1.2 km from Three Shells, 1.4 km from Southend Jubilee Beach, as well as 2.1 km from...

    The property had everything you needed for a weekend

  • Opulent Abode - Stunning One-Bedroom Flat - Southend Stays
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Situated in Southend-on-Sea, near Three Shells, Southend Jubilee Beach and Adventure Island, Opulent Abode - Stunning One-Bedroom Flat - Southend Stays has a private beach area.

    The apartment was very clean on arrival. Decor is lovely. Well equipped.

  • Quiet, Private and Serene
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 53 reviews

    Located 1.9 km from Southend Jubilee Beach, 2.9 km from Southchurch Beach and 1.6 km from Adventure Island, Quiet, Private and Serene provides accommodation situated in Southend-on-Sea.

    Spacious clean warm everything we needed highly recomend .

  • Suenos Guesthouse
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 257 reviews

    Situated on Southend’s seafront, Suenos Guesthouse offers cooked breakfasts and ample free parking.

    The breakfast was excellent and the location was spot on

  • Pier View Self Catering Luxury Apartments
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 130 reviews

    In central Southend, with spectacular views of the pier and estuary, these boutique self-catering luxury apartments offer free high-speed WiFi, 32-inch LCD televisions, a Blu-ray player, a music...

    Beautiful property, clean and well maintained. Perfect location

  • NEW modernised flat in the heart of Leigh on Sea
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    NEW modernised flat in the heart of Leigh on Sea is located in Southend-on-Sea, 31 km from Chelmsford Train Station, 35 km from Upminster, as well as 35 km from Hylands Park.

    Very clean, very well equipped and convenient location

  • Modern 2 bed flat with balcony
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 25 reviews

    Modern 2 bed flat with balcony is set in Southend-on-Sea, 2.3 km from Southend Jubilee Beach, 2.6 km from Southchurch Beach, as well as 2 km from Adventure Island.

    Spacious, warm, and well equipped kitchen and bathroom.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Southend-on-Sea

  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews
    Lovely apartment would highly recommend staying here. Loads of nice homely touches, i.e., tea, coffee, shower gel, and a bonus was no noise from upstairs flat. Great communication from the owner/ holiday rental firm and stress free check-in.
    Julie
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews
    The house, especially the bathroom, is spacious and comfortable. The kitchen had everything you would need for self-catering. The bathroom was very nice. The shower pressure was good. The water was warm. The central heating worked well. My family enjoyed our stay at this pleasant family holiday home.
    Devon
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £130
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 830 reviews
    Perfect location, opposite the seafront and right next to shopping centre with plenty of places to eat and shop. Short walk along the seafront to Leigh on sea a delightful village. Staff extremely pleasant and accommodating. Breakfast of choice, full, cooked or a small portion included in price.
    Elle
    Solo traveller
  • 5.3
    Scored 5.3
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 29 reviews
    Me and my partner had missed the last train home, searched for accommodation very last minute and found marine villa suites which was extremely cheap compared to the rest of available accommodations nearby. Excellent location very close to seafront, very comfortable inside, bedroom and bathroom very lovely. Would definitely recommend
    L
    Luke
    Young couple

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