Pontlands Park Hotel - Chelmsford

$$$$||View on mapChelmsford, United KingdomWest Hanningfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM2 8HR|
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Pontlands Park Hotel - Chelmsford
West Hanningfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM2 8HR·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Location9.2
Facilities9.0
Who stays here
Couples52%
Families21%
Solo13%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Location9.2
Facilities9.0
Who stays here
Couples52%
Families21%
Solo13%
Groups9%

3-star Victorian country hotel in Chelmsford with access to an extensive leisure centre and spa

Accommodation & Grounds

Pontlands Park Hotel Chelmsford offers 35 bedrooms with modern amenities, set within landscaped gardens and grounds built in 1879. The hotel's Victorian architecture and reflective glass windows provide privacy and natural light. A pond and gazebo in the grounds offer outdoor relaxation.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves homemade seasonal dishes using local ingredients. Afternoon tea with homemade cakes is available seven days a week in the drawing room. Drakes offers a more casual dining experience with wood-fired pizzas and burgers.

Leisure & Spa

Guests can use the neighbouring Reflections Leisure Centre, which includes two swimming pools (heated indoor and outdoor), a sauna, steam room, hot tub/jacuzzi, and fitness centre. Admission times for children are restricted. The hotel also has a spa lounge and relaxation area.

Business & Events

The hotel has fully air-conditioned conference rooms that can accommodate up to 120 guests. Pontlands Park is a licensed venue for civil ceremonies and weddings, with private dining rooms available. The hotel has hosted wedding receptions and private celebrations.

Location & Transport

Pontlands Park Hotel is located in the Essex countryside, 15 minutes drive from the M25 and 30 minutes from Stansted Airport. Chelmsford train station is nearby, with trains reaching London Liverpool Street in 35 minutes. The hotel offers free parking and electric vehicle charging stations.

  • Accommodation: 35 bedrooms in a Victorian country house
  • Dining: On-site restaurant with seasonal dishes & afternoon tea
  • Leisure: Access to Reflections Leisure Centre with two pools and spa
  • Business: Conference rooms for up to 120 guests
  • Weddings: Licensed venue with private dining and grounds
  • Location: 35 minutes by train to London Liverpool Street
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:00
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 16.5 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 2. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Romanian
Building
Number of rooms:35
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Double bed2 Single beds
Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Double bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Steam room

Spa lounge

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa lounge
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Pontlands Park Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 150 £
📏 Distance to centre 4.0 km
✈️ Distance to airport 27.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport London Southend, SEN

Location

West Hanningfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM2 8HR
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West Hanningfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM2 8HR
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West Hanningfield Road, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, CM2 8HR
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
St Mary the Virgin
1.1 km
Baddow Village sign
1.0 km
Restaurant
The Coffee Shop at the Bringy
1.1 km

Reviews of Pontlands Park Hotel

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FAQ about Pontlands Park Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the perfect 3-star Pontlands Park Hotel?
During their stay at the perfect 3-star Pontlands Park Hotel guests can visit Chelmsford City Council and Chelmer Park located at a distance of 4.2 km from the property and 3 km away respectively.
What is the nearest airport to Pontlands Park Hotel hotel?
London Southend airport lies within 30 km of Pontlands Park Hotel hotel and is reachable with a 26-minute drive.
Can we park our car at the perfect 3-star Pontlands Park Hotel hotel?
Yes, the perfect 3-star Pontlands Park Hotel hotel provides parking spaces on site.
Does the hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in this perfect hotel?
Guests of this perfect hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:00 and check out from 07:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the Pontlands Park Hotel hotel?
Payment methods in the Pontlands Park Hotel hotel include:
  • сash
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What room types does the perfect 3-star Pontlands Park Hotel hotel comprise?
The perfect 3-star Pontlands Park Hotel hotel provides such room types as Classic Queen Room, Executive Queen Room, and Executive Twin Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
All rooms of the hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.2 according to guests' reviews-which is ensured by ironing facilities.
Does the Pontlands Park Hotel hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the Pontlands Park Hotel hotel there are rooms with accessible facilities and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.
Does the perfect 3-star Pontlands Park Hotel feature any spa facilities?
Pampering amenities in the perfect 3-star Pontlands Park Hotel include a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.
Is swimming pool available at the Pontlands Park Hotel hotel?
Yes, the Pontlands Park Hotel hotel features an outdoor pool area.
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